Paddy McDonnell returns to the SSE Arena in Belfast on 17 October 2025 with his bold new comedy show ‘Gout’s Out’. Famed for his raw humour, viral rants, and everyday storytelling, Paddy celebrates working-class life with punchy wit. This exclusive hometown show promises to deliver plenty of laughs and uniquely Belfast banter for local fans.
Summary: Key Points
- Paddy McDonnell brings his new stand-up show ‘Gout’s Out’ to the SSE Arena, Belfast on 17 October 2025, offering sharp local comedy rooted in relatable everyday life.
- This exclusive Belfast date is expected to be in high demand, with a loyal fanbase and previous tours selling out nationwide, so early ticket purchase is strongly advised when sales open on 14 June 2024.
- Expect authentic storytelling, working-class humour, and unfiltered commentary, placing Paddy alongside top British comedians for a night of roaring laughter.
Paddy McDonnell brings his roaring new show to Belfast
Paddy McDonnell makes a triumphant return to the SSE Arena on 17 October 2025 with his new comedy show, 'Gout's Out'. Known for his brutally honest wit and deep Belfast roots, Paddy has long been a champion of relatable humour that hits close to home – and packs a punch like a Belfast handshake.
Over the past decade, Paddy has carved out a unique space in the British and Irish comedy circuit. He first gained wider attention thanks to his viral social media rants, where his storytelling and sharp timing caught fire. A former taxi driver, father, and expert in navigating the madness of daily life, Paddy’s ability to turn average experiences into laugh-out-loud moments has won him audiences big and small. His last tour sold out nationwide, and I still remember the night I saw him at the Ulster Hall—people were wheezing, one man dropped his chips. That is the level we're talking about.
‘Gout's Out’ promises more of the same: everyday observations, twisted hilarity, and plenty of jabs at modern life. As the title hints, illness may play a role in the story, but in typical McDonnell fashion, not a sliver of pity will make it into the material—only punchlines. With Belfast as his home turf, expect the Arena to be roaring with local laughs and in-jokes only true Northerners will fully appreciate.
Paddy’s style sits somewhere between local legend and everyman philosopher. He is often compared for his delivery and working-class candour to comic greats like Kevin Bridges, though always with a Belfast edge. For those unfamiliar with his work, a quick dive into interviews on BBC Northern Ireland or sketches on his channel will open the door to a comedy experience that is raw, unfiltered and side-splittingly genuine.
This Belfast show is the only one announced for the city, making this stop on the tour a special occasion for local fans. Those in the crowd will join an ever-growing community of Paddy faithful ready for another round of bruising honesty and roaring laughter.
Next, we take a closer look at the SSE Arena and what the ticket rush might look like for one of Belfast’s most anticipated shows of 2025…
Event Information
- Artist: Paddy McDonnell
- City: Belfast
- Venue: SSE Arena
- Event date: 17 October 2025
- Ticket sales opening: 14/06/2024
Categories and ticket prices
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