Must see comedians at Barcelona Fringe 2024
The Barcelona Fringe Festival 2024 is coming, and it's bringing a powerhouse lineup of comedians you simply can’t miss!
Running from 1 November to 10 November 2024, the festival promises unforgettable performances that push boundaries, challenge the norm, and—most importantly—keep you laughing from start to finish. Whether you’re a fan of sharp wit, edgy humor, or hilarious personal stories, these standout comedians are ready to leave a lasting impression.
In this guide, we will highlight our top picks for must-see acts, give you the inside scoop on where to find them, and show you why the Barcelona Fringe is the place to be for comedy fans this year.
Dive in and discover your next favorite comedian!
What is the Barcelona Fringe Festival ?
The Fringe Festival is a celebration of independent, alternative, and boundary-pushing art, bringing together performers from around the globe to showcase their creativity.
From comedy and theater to music and dance, the festival offers a platform for innovative and daring acts that might not fit into traditional venues. It embraces the spirit of artistic freedom, giving a voice to those who dare to experiment and take risks on stage.
The festival now also takes place in Barcelona in 2024, drawing inspiration from the world-renowned Edinburgh Fringe Festival.
The festival hosts 200+ shows in a bunch of different languages, including English, Spanish, French, Italian and Russian!
The festival runs November 1st through November 10th, with upwards of 20 shows a day to pick from !
Where to find the best shows
With 20+ shows a day, it can be hard to find the best ones. We've got you covered.
We've checked out the lineup to bring you the best of the best comedians, so you're guaranteed a glorious night out !
Our top picks for must-see performances:
Tamer Kattan: Alien from New York.
To kick off the festival, Tamer Kattan is performing his solo show, Alien from New York.
Tamer is an internationally acclaimed comedian known for his sharp wit and compelling storytelling. Born into a culturally diverse family, with Egyptian, Muslim, Christian, and Jewish influences, he brings a unique perspective to his comedy. Tamer has performed across major cities like Los Angeles, New York, and London, and now calls Berlin home.
His comedy has won him multiple awards, including The World Series of Comedy, and earned him TV credits on BBC, Fox, and Netflix. Expect thought-provoking, hilarious insights into identity, culture, and human nature at his shows.
He is a regular at Cosmic Comedy Berlin, The Comedy Store in London & L.A., as well as The Improv and Laugh Factory.
More about Tamer: https://tamerkattan.com/about
On the 1st and 3rd of November, he performs at the Comedy Clubhouse. More Info & Tickets
On the 2nd of November he performs at the B.I.G improv theater. More Info & Tickets
Ignacio Lopez: Señor Self Destruct
Ignacio Lopez is performing his solo show, Señor Self Destruct.
Ignacio is a Welsh-Spanish comedian known for his razor-sharp wit and hilarious commentary on cultural clashes, particularly between Spain and the UK.
With appearances on shows like Live at the Apollo and Have I Got News For You, Ignacio’s style combines observational humor with a playful edge.
His diverse heritage adds richness to his storytelling, as he pokes fun at Britishness and his own multicultural background.
Expect a fast-paced, sarcastic, and animated show, guaranteed to keep audiences laughing throughout.
More about Ignacio: https://www.comedylopez.com/
Ignacio is performing on the 4th of November at the Comedy Cludbhouse. More Info & Tickets
Michelle Wolf:
Michelle Wolf is a powerhouse comedian known for her sharp, fearless humor and clever social critiques.
Rising to prominence with her work on The Daily Show and Late Night with Seth Meyers, she made headlines for her bold performance at the 2018 White House Correspondents’ Dinner.
Her stand-up combines biting political satire with relatable commentary on everyday life, delivered with energy and wit.
At Barcelona Fringe, expect a show that challenges norms while keeping you laughing the whole way through.
More about Michelle: https://www.michelleisawolf.com/about
On the 5th of November, she'll be performing at the Comedy Clubhouse. More Info & Tickets
On the 7th of November, she headlines "The Best of the Barcelona Fringe" at the Comedy Clubhouse. More Info & Tickets
Roast Battle:
We're throwing some diversity into the mix with a Roast battle show. Roast battle is a perfect mix of sharp wit and mutual roasting.
Watch comedians go head to head, hurling the biggest insults at each other.
Roast Battle is November 7th: More Info & Tickets
André de Freitas
André de Freitas is performing his solo show, "What If".
André is a rising Portuguese comedian known for his self-deprecating humor and raw storytelling.
He blends personal anecdotes with sharp observations about society, creating a style that's both edgy and relatable.
Having performed at comedy clubs and festivals worldwide, André's stand-up touches on universal themes with a uniquely introspective twist.
Audiences can expect thought-provoking humor with a side of irreverence at the Barcelona Fringe.
More about André: https://www.theandredefreitas.com/#/whoami/
Andre performs on November 9th, at the B.I.G improv theater. More Info & Tickets
The full lineup
For the full lineup of acts performing at the Barcelona Fringe festival, take a look at the festivals website: https://barcelonafringefestival.com/fringe-festival-events/
The Barcelona Fringe Festival 2024 promises to be a collective of incredible shows, great laughs, and memorable moments. Don't miss out on the chance to see great comedy, and find a new favourite comedian to follow.
We hope you enjoy the festival, and see some great acts while you're there !