What is the New York Comedy Festival?

Created in 2004, the New York Comedy Festival is a seven-day festival featuring more than 200 comedians performing in more than 100 shows at venues throughout all five boroughs of New York City over ten days. The festival is produced by Carolines.

When is the Festival?

The 22nd annual Festival will run from Friday, November 6 – Sunday, November 15, 2026.

Where does the New York Comedy Festival take place?

The New York Comedy Festival takes place at venues including the Beacon Theatre, Carnegie Hall, Town Hall, and The Venue on Music Row at Hard Rock Hotel New York, just to name a few. Additional venues will be announced in the coming months.

When is the schedule of events announced?

The first round of festival shows will be announced on July 13 at 11:00 AM ET. Additional shows will be announced in the fall, so check the festival website and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Threads, and X for schedule updates.

When do tickets go on sale?

There will be a presale from Wednesday, July 15, at 11:00 AM ET to Sunday, July 19, at 10:00 PM ET. Tickets will go on sale to the general public on Monday, July 20, at 11:00 AM ET. Tickets can be purchased through The Festival website.

How can I volunteer?

If you would like to be considered for a volunteer position at this year’s NYCF, please send your resume to nycf@carolines.com.