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 2025 NYCF will take place from Friday, November 7 – Sunday, November 16.

Where does the New York Comedy Festival take place?

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

When is the schedule of events announced?

The initial festival lineup will be announced in July 2025. Additional shows will be announced in the fall, so check the festival website and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and X (formerly Twitter) for schedule updates.

When do tickets go on sale?

There will be a pre-sale before tickets go on sale to the general public in July 2025. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and X (formerly Twitter), and sign up for our newsletter for updates on the pre-sale and public on sale dates.

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 [email protected].