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Wednesday, April 07, 2027 - 12:00 PM
to Saturday, April 10, 2027 - 11:00 PM
12:00 PM - 11:00 PM See all dates and Times
DC Comedy Festival 2027 brings four days of stand-up comedy, comedy workshops, family-accessible entertainment, artist development and community programming to Washington, DC, from April 7 through April 10, 2027.
DC Comedy Festival is an independent festival produced by Broken Diamond Entertainment. The festival works with Vet Tix and Comedy in the City to expand access to live comedy, support emerging and established performers, provide comedy education and connect audiences with Washington’s creative community.
WHAT TO EXPECT
Planned festival programming includes:
• Live stand-up comedy shows
• Regional and visiting comedians
• Comedy workshops for beginners and experienced performers
• Joke-writing and performance education
• Professional-development sessions for independent entertainers
• A free community comedy show
• Clean, family-accessible comedy
• A local artist and creative-vendor market
• Participation opportunities for local schools
• A free digital creativity and responsible social media class for ages 12–18
• Eligible military and veteran ticket opportunities through Vet Tix
FOUNDING ACCESS TICKETS
A limited number of deeply discounted Founding Access tickets are available before General Admission tickets go on sale. Buyers may secure an individual reserved seat, preferred seating, a complete table or a multi-show package at the festival’s earliest ticket prices.
Approximately one week before the festival, Founding Access ticket holders will receive an email with eligible performances, dates, showtimes, confirmed locations and available seating or table options. Show and seating choices are subject to availability. Buyers should use an email address they check regularly and complete their selection by the stated deadline.
LIVE COMEDY IN WASHINGTON DC
The festival welcomes comedy fans, aspiring comedians, professional performers, families, artists, students, military and veteran community members, local residents and visitors looking for live entertainment in Washington, DC.
Programs may cover stand-up fundamentals, joke writing, stage presence, audience engagement, event promotion, digital branding and the business of independent comedy.
MILITARY AND VETERAN ACCESS
DC Comedy Festival works with Vet Tix to make eligible tickets available to members of the military and veteran community. Availability may vary by performance. Eligible participants should visit VETTIX.org for current opportunities and requirements.
TICKETS AND REGISTRATION
Registration for festival updates does not include admission to every program. Individual shows, workshops, youth activities and limited-capacity events may require separate tickets.
Specific locations, showtimes, comedian lineups, instructors, accessibility information and age guidance will be announced as programming is confirmed.
ACCESSIBILITY AND AGE GUIDANCE
DC Comedy Festival is committed to an accessible and welcoming experience. Program-specific accessibility details will be published after locations and room assignments are finalized.
Family-accessible events will be identified clearly. Other performances may include mature language or adult themes. The youth digital creativity class is intended for ages 12–18 and may require permission from a parent, guardian or responsible adult.
Register for DC Comedy Festival 2027 updates to receive comedian announcements, schedules, confirmed locations, General Admission ticket releases, free-event registration, workshop information, military and veteran opportunities, and arrival details.
Event Links
Tickets: https://go.evvnt.com/3885369-0
Facebook: https://go.evvnt.com/3885369-2
