Listen to this article:The Dabbers Bingo Comedy Caller Contest is set to return this year with another round of entertaining performances, quick wit, and creative bingo calling. Now in its sixth year, the competition has become a real highlight of the bingo scene, thanks to its combination of traditional bingo with stand-up comedy and cabaret.
This year’s edition promises even more excitement. There is a larger £1,500 cash prize up for grabs, and audience members can attend the shows free of charge. Free tickets even include a complimentary cocktail, which can only add to the event’s festive atmosphere.
Ali Brice was crowned the 2025 Dabbers Comedy Caller winner after winning the majority of votes.
Dabbers Social Bingo has built a reputation for turning bingo into a live entertainment experience. Instead of simply calling numbers, the callers are expected to bring humour, character, and stage presence to the game.
A total of 24 rising stars from the worlds of comedy and cabaret will compete for the title of the funniest new bingo caller of 2026. Entrants are expected to blend classic bingo calling with creative performance. The result is a show packed with comedy, theatrical flair, and audience interaction. From stand-up comedians to drag artists and cabaret performers, the competition is hugely varied, and each competitor brings their own style to the stage.
Applications for performers are currently open, so if you are an aspiring comedy caller, now is your chance to step into the spotlight and test your bingo-calling skills in front of a live audience.
Over the years, the contest has helped launch the careers of several performers who have gone on to wider success. Previous entrants have included Viggo Venn, Kate Butch, Dan Tiernan, Lorna Rose Treen, and Amy Webber.
The winner of the 2026 contest will receive far more than just a cash prize. Alongside the £1,500 reward, the champion will also earn the chance to perform at one of the UK’s major summer festivals. In addition, they will receive guaranteed work at Dabbers Social Bingo over the following year.
The competition will be judged by a panel that includes talent agents and festival bookers, which means that the contest can provide invaluable exposure for performers looking to launch their careers in comedy and live entertainment.
This year’s competition will be hosted by the acclaimed musical comedian Katie Pritchard. Known for her energetic performances and sharp humour, she will introduce audiences to the various rounds of the contest.
Pritchard is clearly enthusiastic about the event, saying:
“Obsessed with balls? Same. Ping pong balls, disco balls, mozzarella balls — but nothing beats BINGO BALLS! Name a better ball… I’ll wait. Plus, it’s all about discovering new comedy talent and brand-new characters from familiar faces. Can’t wait to see what this lot brings to the bingo scene — let’s go!”
Dabbers Bingo Managing Director Jonny Unknown has said that the contest provides exactly the kind of light-hearted entertainment people need.
“Amid all the madness happening in the world, this year’s competition promises a much-needed dose of light relief and entertainment — now it’s time to see who will turn our bingo game upside down in their own brilliantly hilarious style.”
The competition begins in April at Dabbers Social Bingo’s venue in Houndsditch, London. Located just a short walk from Aldgate Tube station, the venue will host a series of heats before the competition narrows down to the finalists.
The full schedule is as follows:
Remember, tickets are completely free, but they are limited and in high demand. Make sure you don’t miss out on this once-a-year opportunity for the Dabbers Bingo Comedy Caller Contest. Book your tickets today and enjoy the best entertainment that bingo callers have to offer.
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