The nights are getting darker earlier, the weather is changing (for the most part) and the inevitable trudge to the Christmas season is nearly upon us.
But thankfully, for those of you who have some spare time before the Christmas rush, there’s a number of comedy tours set to take place in Scotland before the end of the year, from personalities many are familiar with through their TV appearances to others who have cut their teeth on the Edinburgh Fringe circuit.
We’ve picked 15 shows that still have tickets available through Ticketmaster, and are taking place later in the year to allow you to prepare for your evening of comedy.
That means despite Sarah Millican coming to the area from today, she’s not made the list - though if you want a last minute ticket to see her perform, you’d better hurry fast!
5. Michael Palin
Beloved Python and globetrotting author Michael Palin will be entertaining audiences in October in Scotland, with dates at the Queens Hall Edinburgh (October 6), Whitehall Theatre in Dundee (October 7) and the Pavilion Theatre Glasgow (October 8 2024.) | John Swannell
6. Mark Thomas
Mark Thomas is set for three dates in Scotland before the end of 2024; he'll be performing at The Lemon Tree in Aberdeen on October 9, The Byrne Theatre in St. Andrews on October 10, Dundee's Rep Theatre on October 11, The Stand Comedy Club in Edinburgh on October 12 and The Stand Comedy Club in Glasgow on October 13 2024. | Submitted
7. Larry Dean
It would be rude for Scottish comedian Larry Dean not to see out 2024 with dates in his neck of the woods; he’s set for dates at the Lanark Memorial Hall on October 11, Venue 38 in Ayr on November 1, Aberdeen Music Hall on November 2, Alhambra Theatre in Dunfermline on November 3 and Kings Theatre in Glasgow on November 10 2024. | Matt Crockett
8. Clinton Baptiste
Both Glasgow and Edinburgh should ready themselves for a night of clairvoyance, as Clinton Baptiste is set to stun audiences at The Glee Club on October 17 2024, followed by a “gathering” at the Queens Hall in Edinburgh on October 18 2024. | Provided