Fans of the silent screen should virtually head to Bristol this March for Slapstick Festival 2026, a celebration of silent and vintage screen comedy, and much more. The initial Slapstick was held in Bristol in 2006. It has grown into becoming one of the most significant celebrations of comedy films and TV in the UK.
Slapstick 2026 Highlights
Slapstick 2026 runs from 4 to 8 February 2026, featuring The Imposters, Stephen Mangan, Harry Hill, Lee Mack and Armando Iannucci.
There will be screenings of comedy greats including Laurel and Hardy, Buster Keaton and WC Fields, as well as more modern classics including The Likely Lads and South Park..
A full list of events can be found here.
Things to Do in Bristol
For ideas on fun things to do in Bristol check out the Visit Bristol website. Alternatively, read Mark Bibby Jackson’s Things To Do in Bristol by Day and Night, and discover all the great activities you can get up to in Bristol.
When is Slapstick 2026?
4 to 8 February 2026.
Where is Slapstick 2026?
At various venues across Bristol. The Gala will be held at the Bristol Beacon
Tickets for Slapstick Festival
All tickets can be bought from the box office hosting the event, e. You can also buy a Silent Comedy Pass (£150) or a Full-Festival Pass for £250 . Details can be found here.
Full Festival Line Up
You can download a pdf file of the complete festival line-up here.
For more information on Slapstick
Visit www.slapstick.org.uk
A non-profit venture, Slapstick is supported by local businesses and local volunteers. Its main funders are the British Film Institute (www.bfi.org.uk) and Aardman Animations (www.aardman.com). Cover photo: Buster Keaton in Our Hospitality (1923).
