THURSDAY, April 16
6 to 7:30pm
@ Traverse City Comedy Club

Join some of Traverse City’s funniest comics for an unforgettable night of laughter. With performers spanning a range of ages, backgrounds, and perspectives, this showcase delivers sharp, original “Northern Michigan” humor and guarantees a high-energy, laugh-filled evening from start to finish.

Content Rating: PG-13/R.  

THURSDAY, April 16
6 to 7:30pm
@ TBA

Six comedians. One unforgettable night. Featuring performers from across the country, this comedy showcase delivers fresh perspectives, sharp punchlines, and plenty of laughs from start to finish. Content Rating: PG-13/R.

FRIDAY, April 17
4:30 to 5:30pm
@ The Alluvion

Full Tilt Comedy is bringing a special edition of their hit Comedy Mixtape show to the Comedy Fest. Known for their high-energy, anything-goes variety format, Full Tilt Comedy mashes up the best of their improv games, SNL-style sketch comedy, and musical improv and parody. Every show is a one-of-a-kind experience, and YOU — the audience — provide the inspiration based on your suggestions.

FRIDAY, April 17
6 to 6:30pm
@ The Alluvion

That Thing You Pull When You Want To Stop (TTYPWYWTS) is a Real Chicago Improv group that specializes in Real Chicago Improv. A Epicurean ensemble forged in the iron crucible beneath the iO Theater, they specialize in strong group work and following the threads created in their scenes to create a show that could only be created by these self proclaimed "insanos".

Follow them on Instagram @ttypwywts.improv!

FRIDAY, April 17
7 to 7:45pm
@ The Alluvion

Founded in 2000, The Planet Ant Home Team is the the resident improv troupe at Planet Ant Theatre in Hamtramck, Michigan. With 40+ members past and present, they are a staple of the Detroit improv scene and the host of Monday Night Improv, the longest running improv show in Detroit. The list of members, past and present, includes some of the best improvisers in the Detroit area. Alumni include: Tim Robinson and Sam Richardson of I Think You Should Leave and Detroiters and Jaime Moyer of Bob's Burgers and A.P. Bio.

FRIDAY, April 17
8:30 to 9:30pm
@ The Alluvion

Good on Paper Improv was established in 2010. They are a six-member troupe that transforms audience suggestions into spontaneous comedy scenes. Their high-energy performances, reminiscent of "Whose Line Is It, Anyway?", have entertained audiences for over a decade. Each show is a unique blend of quick wit and unpredictable humor, ensuring no two performances are alike. They are Traverse City's longest-running improv group who "retired" their regular shows back in July 2025. They can still bring it back as a former cornerstone of the local comedy scene, delivering laughter and creativity with every act.

FRIDAY, April 17
5:30 to 7pm
@ TBA

Six comedians. One unforgettable night. Featuring performers from across the country, this comedy showcase delivers fresh perspectives, sharp punchlines, and plenty of laughs from start to finish. Content Rating: PG-13/R.

FRIDAY, April 17
6 to 7:30pm
@ Traverse City Comedy Club

Brace yourself for a one-night-only, no-holds-barred, single-elimination Roast Battle Tournament! Eight fearless comics face off in rapid-fire verbal showdowns, where the sharpest insults earn a full year of bragging rights. With discerning judges and an energized crowd, you play a key role in deciding the champion in a night that starts with razor-sharp wit and ends in nonstop, uproarious laughter. Content Rating: PG-13/R.

FRIDAY, April 17
10 to 11:30pm
@ TBA

If you like your comedy bold and a little bit naughty, this show is for you. Expect sharp punchlines, playful innuendo, and boundary-pushing jokes that stay smart, fast, and laugh-out-loud funny. This is grown-up comedy with attitude—irreverent, unapologetic, and guaranteed to keep you laughing. Content Rating: R/X.

SATURDAY, April 18
1 to 2:30pm
@ City Opera House

Enjoy an afternoon of big laughs with some of the country’s top clean comedians. This showcase delivers smart, hilarious comedy you can safely repeat at work the next day—no cringing required. While the material stays clean, the show is still intended for adults and not suitable for children under 16.

Content Rating: G/PG13

SATURDAY, April 18
2:30 to 4pm
@ Traverse City Comedy Club

Industry All-Stars brings together our industry guests—comedy bookers who are also standout headliners in their own right. Expect a powerhouse showcase of seasoned pros delivering top-tier sets, insider insight, and wall-to-wall laughs. This is a rare chance to see the people who shape the scene take the stage and turn it into a master class in funny. Content Rating: PG-13/R.

SATURDAY, April 18
4 to 5:30pm
@ TBA

A fast-paced comedy showcase featuring six comics, each bringing their strongest material to the stage. Representing scenes from around the country, this lineup offers a mix of styles, perspectives, and punchlines that keep the laughs coming all night long. Content Rating: PG-13/R

SATURDAY, April 18
5 to 6:30pm
@ City Opera House

This high-energy Comedy Rumble features 30 hilarious comedians, each with just 90 seconds to prove they’ve got what it takes. When the bell rings, it’s on to the next. A panel of comedian judges scores every set from 1 to 5 points, and the top four comics advance to a second round for another rapid-fire 90 seconds. After one final round of judging, the highest score takes the crown. Fast, fierce, and wildly fun, the night is created and hosted by Michigan favorite Bret Hayden.

Content Rating: PG-13/R.

SATURDAY, April 18
9:30 to 11:00pm
@ Little Fleet

The Dirtier Show is raw, uncensored, and not for the faint of heart. Comics unleash their filthiest material, diving headfirst into taboo topics, dark humor, and no-holds-barred punchlines. If you love comedy that’s fearless, outrageous, and wildly inappropriate, buckle up—nothing is off-limits. Content Rating: R/XX