Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Theatre & Performing Arts
Windy City Comedy Fest 2026 August 6, 2026
Windy City Comedy Fest returns August 6–9 for four days celebrating Chicago’s vibrant stand-up comedy scene across iconic venues including The Den Theatre, Lincoln Hall, Laugh Factory Chicago, The Annoyance Theatre, iO Theater, Newport Theater, Reggie’s, de Maat Studio at The Second City, and The Lincoln Lodge. The festival features nationally touring headliner Isabel Hagen, veteran Chicago comedian Bob Keen recording his live comedy special SHOTS FIRED, more than 50 comedians selected from hundreds of submissions nationwide, and six industry showcases connecting Chicago comics with bookers, producers, and agents from across the country.Tickets and full schedule: www.WindyCityComedyFest.com/shows
