Beirut is a world-class metropolis for fine arts and culture, bringing on impressive events like annual film festival DocuDays and ‘Exposure’ art exhibition at the Beirut Art Center. It’s a city that takes itself seriously, but also knows how to relax, unwind, and have a good laugh.

This past July, The Comedy Club celebrated its grand opening in Beirut. Now, this instantaneously popular spot hosts great comedy shows and events all week long. It’s a great showcase of both local talent and international headliners, and you can even join the fun with a laughter workshop and their comedy open mic night. Here’s the weekly breakdown:

Sundays: Laugh your Blues Away!

End your weekend on a high note with with Sabine Jizi, a yogi and ‘laughter therapy’ specialist who hosts this special hour-long laughter workshop. Laugh till your eyes water. Laugh till your stomach hurts. Laugh for no reason at all — it’s good for you!

Lebhotels recommendation for a hotel near The Comedy Club and other Monot nightlife: Albergo Hotel, which enchants with five-star luxuries and bohemian decor

Wednesdays: Al Moukhadioun Band

Each Wendesday night, The Comedy Club brings you great live local music. Enjoy the talent of Al Moukhadioun, whose stage presence is sheer fun and entertainment. The band’s style is new Arabic, and they’re a four-person ensemble composed of Ahmad El Khatib on drums, Walid Nasser on beats, Oussama El Khatib on bass, and Ali El Khatib on vocals and oud. These four will have you smiling, laughing, and most likely dancing in no time.

Lebhotels recommendation for where to stay near The Comedy Club on Monot Main Street: Beirut Guest House, a large furnished studio apartment at a great price!

Thursdays: Open Mic Stand Up Comedy

Always been the comedian in the corner? Ready to bring your skills on stage? Here’s your chance in Beirut, Lebanon! Doesn’t matter if your an amateur, semi-pro, or regular comedy rock star. It’s a fun, laid back, forgiving crowd that loves to share some high-quality laughs over drinks and just have fun. No pressure, just take that shot, go up there, and do it!

Lebhotels recommendation on lodging near The Comedy Club and other exciting Monot Street nightlife: Nouveau hotel du Liban, a colorful homestyle atmosphere with awesome rates.

Saturdays: Sit, Stay and Stand Up! Comedy Show

A specialty of the house at The Comedy Club, this show is a regular affair with a great mix of usual suspects and fresh talent. Elie Mitri hosts the show, introducing the likes of comedians such as Anthony Hamawi, Tony Dagher, Joe Rahme, and Elias Ghoussoub and others. Get a healthy dose of laughter and see what it’s all about, only at The Comedy Club!

Lebhotels recommendation about hotels in Beirut: do something different and unique during your stay in Lebanon. Have you ever stayed in a guesthouse? Check out our Lebanon guesthouses for a really local and unique Lebanon experience.

If you’re looking for classic winter fun, Lebanon is the place to be. Head to the high country for skiing and snowboarding in The Cedars or Mzaar. Or, cruise around on a snow mobile or just relax and build a snowman outside your alpine chalet.

But the winter fun doesn’t have to end in Beirut. If you’re coming or going through Lebanon’s flashy capital city during your ski trip, find the cheery ‘Beirut on Ice’ outdoor skating rink. This is the perfect outing for winter romance or family fun.

The temporary arena is set up each year in the upscale Souks district of Beirut, and has a capacity of up to 100 skaters at a time. The set-up is sponsored by BREMCO. It’s a completely charming winter scene, complete with music, decoration, and surrounding kiosks that offer warm snacks, treats, and drinks.

Details:
Open early January – end of February
Hours of operation: noon to midnight
Location: Trablos Street, Beirut Souks, Ajami Square, Beirut
Price: 20,000 L.L each (discounts for students, universities, and groups)

Where to stay? Recommendations in the Souk District nearby:

Lancaster Suites:
This four-star hotel is a great place to warm up and end the night after some twists and turns in the ice. Just a couple minutes from all the action of Downtown Beirut and the Verdun Shopping District

Le Patio
For a touch of luxury after the chills and thrills of outdoor skating, Le Patio is an elegant choice in short walking distance from the Souk district where the rink is located. You’ll be in the center of Beirut’s most upscale restaurants and boutiques.

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More information: Visit the ‘Beirut on Ice’ Facebook page