Brighton-based LGBTQ mental health charity MindOut is thrilled to announce it’s comedy fundraiser, MindOut for the Laughs, on Wednesday 15th October 2025 at Komedia, Brighton. Join them for a night of laughs and fabulous entertainment and fundraising to support delivery of MindOut LGBTQ mental health services. Expect an eclectic mix of stand-up, drag, and fabulous performances that will leave you with that feel good factor from laughing out loud 😊
This fabulous night of entertainment features headline acts and promises plenty of laughter compered by Ophelia Payne , all while raising vital funds to support LGBTQ people experiencing mental health challenges. Demand for their services has never been higher: a recent 2023 study found that over 70% of LGBTQ individuals face depression and other mental health challenges. Events like this are crucial to keeping Mindouts life-saving services running and ensuring they’re there for those who need us most.
MindOut is a mental health charity run by and for LGBTQ (lesbian, gay, bi, trans, queer) people which transforms and saves lives. They are a lifeline for LGBTQ people experiencing mental distress. Working to transform and save lives and break down stigma around LGBTQ mental health to make mental health a community concern. Peter Nesbitt, Charity Director of MindOut said:
“Laughter is a powerful antidote to stigma. This fundraiser isn’t just about raising money – it’s about raising hope. Every ticket sold helps us support LGBTQ individuals facing mental health challenges, and every laugh shared brings us closer to a more inclusive, compassionate society.”
MindOut offers life-saving counselling, peer support, and suicide prevention services run by and for LGBTQ+ people. All ticket income and donations from the MindOut for Laughs will help fund these essential services and reliant on donations. So this seems just the moment to say how you buy your tickets! Tickets will be available Komedia website via this link.
