Burbank Comedy Festival
Get ready for eight days of non-stop laughs as the Burbank Comedy Festival returns to Downtown Burbank. Hosted by Flappers Comedy Club, the annual festival brings together more than 300 emerging comedians from around the world alongside celebrity headliners for a week packed with stand-up showcases, industry panels, workshops, networking events, and late-night after parties. Whether you’re a comedy fan looking to discover the next big star or an aspiring comedian interested in learning from industry professionals, the Burbank Comedy Festival offers something for everyone while celebrating the vibrant entertainment community that calls Burbank home.
Festival Highlights
Saturday, August 15
- Festival opening day
- Stand-up showcases begin
- Industry workshops including How to Be a Better Emcee and The Art of Crowdwork
- Speed Industry Networking event
- Evening comedy performances throughout Flappers Comedy Club
Sunday, August 16
- All-day comedy showcases
- Featured performances
- Festival after party
Monday, August 17
- Stand-up showcases
- Featured comedian performances
- Networking opportunities throughout the day
Tuesday, August 18
- Comedy showcases
- Special performances
- Festival events at Flappers Comedy Club
Wednesday, August 19
- Stand-up showcases
- Celebrity headliner performances
- Festival networking events
Thursday, August 20
- Comedy showcases
- Featured evening performances
- Festival programming throughout the day
Friday, August 21
- Showcase performances
- Headliner events
- Festival celebrations continue into the evening
Saturday, August 22
- Final showcases
- Closing performances
- Festival finale celebrating the week’s top talent
Visit BurbankComedyFestival.com for more information and to purchase tickets.