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

Alexander F reviewed Festival Launch Party which happened on 8:00pm on Fri 2nd May 2025.
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Review left at 11:46am on Sun 4th May 2025

Damien S reviewed Festival Launch Party which happened on 8:00pm on Fri 2nd May 2025.

Fabulous evening - can't wait for this years festival!

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Review left at 7:30pm on Sat 3rd May 2025

Samantha G reviewed Festival Launch Party which happened on 8:00pm on Fri 2nd May 2025.
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Review left at 7:10pm on Sat 3rd May 2025

Grace L reviewed Hastings Comedy Festival Comedy Nights which happened on 8:00pm on Sat 11th Jan 2025.

INCREDIBLE lineup and brilliant evening with a buzzing crowd. thank you!

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Review left at 4:25pm on Mon 13th Jan 2025

Isabelle J reviewed Hastings Comedy Festival Comedy Nights which happened on 8:00pm on Sat 11th Jan 2025.

Two hours flew by! Had such a fun time, would recommend!

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Review left at 7:07am on Mon 13th Jan 2025

April Y reviewed Hastings Comedy Festival Comedy Nights which happened on 8:00pm on Sat 11th Jan 2025.

Excellent comedians who interacted well with the audience. Kept to timings so it didn't overrun

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Yes

Review left at 7:25pm on Sun 12th Jan 2025

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