The Vodafone Comedy Festival is back for another summer of fun in the Iveagh Gardens this July, promising a laugh-a-minute!

The Vodafone Comedy Festival makes a welcome return to the capital, and as always, the line-up boasts an impressive array of national and international comedic talent.

Now in its 10th year, the festival has become a mainstay on the summer event calendar, going from strength to strength, year on year.

The 2016 festival action takes place on four different stages in the beautiful city-centre Iveagh Gardens – The Big Red, The Cherry Top, The Comedy Hub, and The Jokeshop.

Some comedians of note to look out for this year include Des Bishop, David O’Doherty, Foil, Arms & Hog, Jason Byrne, Deirdre O’Kane, Al Porter, Aisling Bea, the Après Match team, Maeve Higgins, Jarlath Regan, Neil Delamare, Karl Spain, Joanne McNally, The Nualas, and headliner on the Sunday, Bill Burr. The full programme for all stages is available on the festival website.

The 2016 Vodafone Comedy Festival takes place from Thursday 28th to Sunday, 31st July in the Iveagh Gardens. Tickets cost from €23 and may be reserved online.