🍻 Comedy Festival Quick Info
Event: Melbourne International Comedy Festival at Hofbräuhaus Melbourne
Dates: 25 March – 19 April
Location: Bierhall upstairs at Hofbräuhaus Melbourne, Chinatown (Melbourne CBD). Please note that our Bierhall is unfortunately not wheelchair accessible as its located on the first floor with no lift going up.
Shows: Wednesday – Sunday Stand-Up Comedy
Trivia Night:Â Tuesday Trivia & Comedy with Ben Sorensen
Comedians:Â Rory Lowe, Frenchy, Neel Kolhatkar and many more.
Dinner & Drinks:Â Join us before or after the show in our downstairs Restaurant or Bar.
Big Biers. Bigger Laughs.
The Melbourne International Comedy Festival returns to Hofbräuhaus Melbourne for the second time, bringing weeks of stand-up comedy, trivia nights and unforgettable laughs to the heart of the Melbourne CBD.
From 25 March until 19 April, our iconic upstairs Bierhall transforms into a comedy venue, hosting some of the most exciting comedians performing during the Melbourne International Comedy Festival.
Expect big laughs, German beer steins, Bavarian food and a buzzing atmosphere — the perfect combination for a Comedy Festival night out in Melbourne. Enjoy a drink during the show and join us before or after the show for a dinner in our restaurant or a quick snakc in the bar!
Comedy Shows in Melbourne CBD
From Wednesday to Sunday, Hofbräuhaus Melbourne hosts a lineup of stand-up comedy shows featuring some of Australia’s favourite comedians and rising festival stars.
Comedians appearing include:
- Rory Lowe
- Frenchy
- Neel Kolhatkar
- plus many more Comedy Festival performers during the “Best of the Fest Shows”
If you’re looking for comedy shows in Melbourne CBD during the Melbourne International Comedy Festival, Hofbräuhaus offers a lively venue where comedy meets hospitality.
Tuesday Trivia & Comedy with Ben Sorensen
Every Tuesday during the Comedy Festival, join us for Trivia and Comedy hosted by Ben Sorensen.
This interactive evening combines comedy, trivia and the famous Hofbräuhaus atmosphere, making it a popular mid-week event for locals, groups and visitors exploring the festival.
Trivia bookings can be made directly through our website. Walk-ins are welcome as well!
Dinner and Comedy at Hofbräuhaus Melbourne
Make a full night of it by enjoying dinner and drinks before or after the comedy show.
Hofbräuhaus Melbourne is famous for its authentic Bavarian food and German beer, including:
- Schnitzel
- Bratwurst and German sausages
- Pork knuckle (Schweinshaxe)
- Pretzels and shared platters
- German beers served in traditional steins
We are located in the heart of Chinatown, Melbourne CBD which makes us an easy stop during your Comedy Festival night out.
Whether you’re meeting friends, planning a date night or organising a group outing, comedy and Bavarian hospitality make a perfect combination.
Why See Comedy at Hofbräuhaus Melbourne?
Hofbräuhaus Melbourne is one of the most unique Melbourne International Comedy Festival venues, combining:
- Live stand-up comedy shows
- Authentic German beer hall atmosphere
- Dinner and drinks before or after the show
- A central Melbourne CBD location in Chinatown
It’s comedy the Bavarian way: big beers, big tables and big laughs.
Plan Your Comedy Festival Night
The Melbourne International Comedy Festival is one of the largest comedy festivals in the world, attracting thousands of visitors every year.
Make Hofbräuhaus Melbourne part of your festival plans and enjoy a night of stand-up comedy, German beer and great food.
📍 Hofbräuhaus Melbourne – Chinatown, Melbourne CBD