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Richard Ayoade: Afterthoughts
Richard Ayoade performs Afterthoughts at Harrogate Convention Centre on Fri 20 November 2026, 7.30pm. Ages 16+, part of Harrogate Comedy Festival.
About Richard Ayoade: Afterthoughts
Richard Ayoade brings his stage show Afterthoughts to the Main Auditorium at Harrogate Convention Centre. It is built around his book, Afterthoughts or Some Pistachios Won't Open: Wisdom for the Unreflective, and is a series of his own short observations and questions. Ayoade is known as an actor, comedian, director and writer, with credits including The IT Crowd, Submarine, The Double, Travel Man and The Crystal Maze.
The night is part of Harrogate Comedy Festival 2026 and is promoted by Harrogate Theatre. It is open to the public, and the recommended age is 16 and over.
Date, time and tickets
The show is on Friday 20 November 2026 and starts at 7.30pm. Harrogate Theatre lists the running time as 110 minutes. We could not find a published doors time, so check your ticket for entry information. Harrogate Theatre's listed prices run from £32.50 to £47.50.
When we last checked, Harrogate Theatre's event page showed this date as sold out. If you are still looking for tickets, the box office is the place to ask about any returns: 01423 502116 or boxoffice@harrogatetheatre.co.uk. The Convention Centre takes card and contactless payments only.
For visitors
The Main Auditorium has a seated capacity of just under 2,000, so expect a full house and a steady flow of people into the building from around 6.30pm. The Theatre's page lists captioned, relaxed, audio described and BSL interpreted performances for its programme. Check the event page, or call the box office on 01423 502116, to confirm what applies to this date. Wheelchair and companion bookings are made by phone.
Getting there
Harrogate station is about a 10-minute walk from the Convention Centre. LNER runs direct trains to London King's Cross roughly hourly, and Leeds is about 35 minutes by rail. Leeds Bradford Airport is about 30 minutes away by taxi. If you drive, the Convention Centre lists over 1,200 parking spaces in the town centre. Allow extra time on a Friday evening in November.
Book your stay early
Harrogate Comedy Festival brings several big names to the town across October and November. Ayoade's night falls two days before Harry Enfield at the same venue, so rooms close to the centre are likely to be in demand that weekend. We are a local, family-run company with serviced apartments and townhouses across central Harrogate, many a short walk from the Convention Centre and the Royal Hall. Our places suit couples, groups of friends travelling together, and anyone who wants a kitchen and some space after a night out. Booking early gives you the widest choice.
After the show
The show should finish at around 9.30pm, which leaves time for a late dinner. Harrogate has plenty of restaurants and bars within an easy walk of the Convention Centre, and it is worth booking a table before you go. If you are staying the weekend, the Turkish Baths are a good way to spend Saturday morning. We are always happy to suggest places to eat if you get in touch.
Staying for this event?
Your base in Harrogate, a short walk from the venue
Make a night of it: dinner in town before the show, then a short walk back to your apartment.
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Our homes are spread across central Harrogate, many within a short walk of the Convention Centre, the Royal Hall and the station.
Room for the whole team
Apartments and townhouses that sleep groups, often better value than booking several hotel rooms for exhibitors or delegates.
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Self check-in for late arrivals, fast Wi-Fi and a local team on hand. Rated 4.9 from 1,500+ five-star reviews.
Getting there
Harrogate station is in the town centre, with direct trains to London King's Cross roughly every hour and to Leeds in about 35 minutes. The Convention Centre is around a ten-minute walk from the station.
Book early
Big shows and conferences fill the town quickly, especially multi-day trade fairs. Book your stay as soon as your dates are confirmed.
Make a night of it
After the event, Harrogate's restaurants, bars and Turkish Baths are on the doorstep. See our local guide for where we eat and drink.
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Where should I stay for Richard Ayoade: Afterthoughts?
Anywhere in central Harrogate keeps you within walking distance of the Convention Centre. Short Stay Harrogate has serviced apartments and townhouses in the town centre, many a short walk from the venue. That makes it easy to get back after the show without a taxi or a drive.
Is Richard Ayoade: Afterthoughts open to the public?
Yes. It is a ticketed public performance, recommended for ages 16 and over. Tickets are sold through Harrogate Theatre, which is promoting the night as part of Harrogate Comedy Festival 2026.
What time does it start and how long is it?
The show starts at 7.30pm on Friday 20 November 2026 and runs for about 110 minutes, according to Harrogate Theatre. We could not find a published doors time.
How much are tickets, and are any left?
Harrogate Theatre lists prices from £32.50 to £47.50. When we last checked, the date was shown as sold out. Contact the box office on 01423 502116 or at boxoffice@harrogatetheatre.co.uk to ask about returns.
How do I get to Harrogate Convention Centre?
The station is about a 10-minute walk away. LNER runs direct trains to London King's Cross roughly hourly, and Leeds is about 35 minutes by train. Leeds Bradford Airport is around 30 minutes by taxi. Over 1,200 parking spaces are available in the town centre.
Can I pay by cash at the venue?
No. The Convention Centre and the Royal Hall take card and contactless payments only.
