Laughs for Relief: A Night of Comedy with Heart

On a warm evening in Barcelona, laughter echoed through the room — not just for fun, but for something much bigger. The latest edition of Laughs for Relief brought together eight talented comedians, an incredible crowd, and a shared mission: to use humor as a force for good.

Held in English and hosted by the brilliant Iain Anderson, the event welcomed guests at 19:30 for a night of punchlines and purpose. The energy was electric from the start, with every seat filled and the audience ready to support a cause that hits close to home for many in the city.

More Than Just a Show

This wasn’t your average stand-up night. Each comedian donated their time and talent, performing for free in support of Esperança, a grassroots nonprofit that feeds, clothes, and cares for the homeless in Barcelona every single weekend. It was a powerful reminder that comedy, while light in tone, can carry a message with real weight.

From sharp one-liners to absurd life stories, the lineup kept the crowd laughing throughout the night — while never losing sight of why they were all gathered in the first place.

70% of Ticket Sales Donated

Thanks to the generosity of everyone involved, 70% of ticket sales went directly to Esperança, helping to fund their weekly food walks and ongoing clothing drives. What started in 2013 as a few friends making soup in Ciutadella Park has since evolved into a full-blown movement of compassion — and this show helped fuel it further.

Soup, Sandwiches & Solidarity

Esperança’s work goes far beyond the stage. Every Saturday and Sunday, volunteers walk through the streets of Barcelona, distributing warm meals, clean clothes, and dignity to those who need it most. Some cook at home, others join the walking routes — all are welcome, and all are needed.

Whether it’s preparing sandwiches, donating clean socks and sleeping bags, or simply walking with the team to offer presence and kindness, there are endless ways to get involved.

Get Involved

Want to join the next walk, host an evening, or help from home? You can sign up to volunteer, donate food or clothes, or contribute financially. Here’s how:

  • Volunteer your time: Join a weekend food walk

  • Donate food or supplies: Sandwiches, fruit, soup, socks, sleeping bags

  • Make a financial donation: Via Donorbox, PayPal, Bizum, or bank transfer

  • Learn more about Esperança: esperancabcn.com

Together, we are building more than an audience. We’re building a community — one laugh, one sandwich, one shared moment at a time.

Thank you to everyone who made this event possible — especially the performers who gave their talent freely and the audience who showed up with heart.

Let’s keep using creativity for compassion.

Stay tuned for the next Laughs for Relief event on beatsforrelief.com and follow @beatsforrelief for updates.

Tia Einarsen