Hastings Comedy Festival Newcomer of the year 2026

Sun 7th Jun 2026 at 1:30pm ends 3:30pm

The Piper, Norman Road, St Leonards-on-Sea, UK - Map

Stand-Up Comedy

Hastings Comedy Festival 2026 presents:

Hastings Comedy Festival Newcomer of the year 2026

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The Norman Award returns!
Hastings Comedy Festival's Newcomer of the Year is back for 2026

10 exciting emerging comedians will battle it out on stage in a afternoon of killer stand-up comedy, hosted by the brilliant Barry Ferns.

Join us at The Piper in St Leonards on Sunday 7th June 2026 to see who claims the crown and dons the legendary 1066 battle helmet!

Special guest judges and festival directors Chris and Jake will be on hand to help decide the winner.

Don't miss this unmissable showcase of fresh live talent and maybe witness the next big thing in UK comedy

Age Restrictions:
16+ ( under 18s must be accompanied by an adult)

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Reviews for previous Hastings Comedy Festival 2026 events

John A reviewed Elliot Steel which happened on 8:45pm on Fri 17th Jun 2022.

Well delivered but kept reminding the audience that his humour was edgy and a little dark. We can be the judge of that. Not particularly subtle but some surprising punch lines that worked. The accent...just a bit strange. Bit Ali G. Good effort.

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Review left at 6:59pm on Sat 18th Jun 2022

Lisa W reviewed Elliot Steel which happened on 8:45pm on Fri 17th Jun 2022.

Really funny guy!! Can recommend!

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Review left at 6:51pm on Sat 18th Jun 2022

Samuel S reviewed Elliot Steel which happened on 8:45pm on Fri 17th Jun 2022.

A stand out comedian, with an excellent grip on dark humour. Would absolutely go to see him again

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Review left at 5:47pm on Sat 18th Jun 2022

Kyle L reviewed John Robertsons: The Dark Room which happened on 8:00pm on Fri 17th Jun 2022.

Great energy, very enjoyable time

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Review left at 3:43pm on Sat 18th Jun 2022

April D reviewed SIKISA: TWERK IN PROGRESS which happened on 8:45pm on Fri 17th Jun 2022.
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Review left at 3:09pm on Sat 18th Jun 2022

A J C reviewed Alasdair Beckett–King which happened on 7:30pm on Fri 17th Jun 2022.

Excellent service and Alistair was very funny

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Review left at 3:08pm on Sat 18th Jun 2022

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