BEGIN:VCALENDAR
VERSION:2.0
PRODID:-//Columbus Comedy Festival - ECPv6.16.3//NONSGML v1.0//EN
CALSCALE:GREGORIAN
METHOD:PUBLISH
X-WR-CALNAME:Columbus Comedy Festival
X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://columbuscomedyfest.com
X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Columbus Comedy Festival
REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H
X-Robots-Tag:noindex
X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H
BEGIN:VTIMEZONE
TZID:America/New_York
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20230312T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20231105T060000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20240310T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20241103T060000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20250309T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20251102T060000
END:STANDARD
END:VTIMEZONE
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240815T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240815T220000
DTSTAMP:20260626T130232
CREATED:20240710T194444Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240808T012910Z
UID:24850-1723752000-1723759200@columbuscomedyfest.com
SUMMARY:Jim Florentine
DESCRIPTION:CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS\nHeadliner: Jim Florentine\nFeaturing: Nef Johnson\, Bo Stenger & Suprirse Guests\nFor nearly 25 years Jim Florentine has been making audiences around the world laugh across nearly every type of media. Jim has recorded six stand-up comedy albums and shot four full-length specials. On television Jim hosted 7 seasons of VH1 Classic’s “That Metal Show” as well as lending his voice to the ground breaking “Crank Yankers”. On radio Jim has been a regular on The Howard Stern show\, the Opie & Anthony show and currently hosts his own program on Sirius XM. In addition Jim is a best selling author\, world-renowned voice over talent and has been featured in the film’s “Beer League” with Artie Lange and “Trainwreck” with Amy Schumer.
URL:https://columbuscomedyfest.com/event/jim-florentine-thursday/
LOCATION:The Attic Comedy Club\, 892 Oak Street\, Columbus\, OH\, 43205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Standup
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://columbuscomedyfest.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/jf.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240815T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240815T203000
DTSTAMP:20260626T130232
CREATED:20240701T014323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240803T070133Z
UID:24770-1723748400-1723753800@columbuscomedyfest.com
SUMMARY:Laugh @ Leisure Club
DESCRIPTION:CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS\nHeadliner: Luke Capasso\nCome join us for a night of laughter at Leisure Club! Event is BYOB so\, grab your friends\, grab a drink\, and get ready to experience stand up comedy like never before. Don’t miss out on the chance to unwind and enjoy some good old-fashioned humor in person. See you there! \n\n\nWith a growing online presence of 700k followers\, Luke Capasso headlines clips throughout the US and UK. His videos combine an eclectic mix of comedy\, trades work\, crafting\, history\, and gardening. He has been seen on MTV\, BBC\, and TruTV as well as regular appearances on NPR. Luke has also been signed to produce a series of Comedy DIY remodel books to be available late this year.
URL:https://columbuscomedyfest.com/event/laugh-leisure-club/
LOCATION:Leisure Club\, 1610 Oak Street\, Columbus\, OH\, 43205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Standup
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://columbuscomedyfest.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/leisure.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240815T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240815T203000
DTSTAMP:20260626T130232
CREATED:20240506T233145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240806T045218Z
UID:23303-1723748400-1723753800@columbuscomedyfest.com
SUMMARY:Tom Thakkar
DESCRIPTION:CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS\nHeadliner: Tom Thakkar\nFeature: Chris Alan\nOpener:  Tommy Dangerfield\nHost: Chris Toyloy\nTom Thakkar is a comedian you’ve seen on “The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon\,” “Comedy Central’s Stand Up Presents\,” “This Week at the Comedy Cellar\,” “CONAN\,” and as the host of Comedy Central’s “Stand Up with Tom Thakkar.” \nHe spent the first half of 2020 writing sketches and jokes for SyFy’s “The Movie Show\,” and before that he was the co-host of “You Up with Nikki Glaser” on SiriusXM. Currently\, he hosts the podcast “Stand By Your Band\,” and when the world isn’t shut down by a pandemic\, he does stand up all around country and all around New York as a regular at The Comedy Cellar\, Caroline’s on Broadway\, New York Comedy Club\, Stand Up New York\, and more. \nOther credits include: Just For Laughs\, Doug Loves Movies\, This Might Help with Matt Braunger\, Bridgetown Comedy Festival\, The Stand Up Show with Jon Dore\, and First Nations Comedy Experience.
URL:https://columbuscomedyfest.com/event/tom-thakkar/
LOCATION:Columbus Performing Arts Center\, 549 Franklin Ave.\, Columbus\, OH\, 43215\, United States
CATEGORIES:Standup,Thu
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://columbuscomedyfest.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Tom-Thakkar-1.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Columbus Underground":MAILTO:laughs@columbuscomedyfest.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240815T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240815T203000
DTSTAMP:20260626T130232
CREATED:20240401T000718Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240813T195351Z
UID:23008-1723748400-1723753800@columbuscomedyfest.com
SUMMARY:The Buds are Back In Town
DESCRIPTION:CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS\nFeaturing:\nLaura Sanders\nBrooke Cartus\nKamari Stevens\n\nA reunion show featuring the performers at the 2015 Farewell Album Recording hosted by Michael Meyers and Laura Sanders!
URL:https://columbuscomedyfest.com/event/the-buds-are-back-in-town/
LOCATION:MadLab\, 227 N 3rd Street\, Columbus\, OH\, 43215\, United States
CATEGORIES:Standup
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://columbuscomedyfest.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/buds-new.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Columbus Underground":MAILTO:laughs@columbuscomedyfest.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240815T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240815T203000
DTSTAMP:20260626T130232
CREATED:20240226T132705Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240808T015424Z
UID:22823-1723748400-1723753800@columbuscomedyfest.com
SUMMARY:Mary Santora
DESCRIPTION:CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS\nHeadliner: Mary Santora\nFeature: Ty Moore\nOpener: Carter Dockerty\nHost: Allison McBane\nThe slightly dark\, incredibly quick\, observational style of Mary Santora’s comedy is one that is uniquely her own. \nDrawing from real life experiences\, Mary takes the audience on a storytelling driven ride\, while seamlessly weaving in and out of crowd interactions\, leaving a lasting impression on anyone who sees her. \nSantora’s debut album\, “Hillbilly Boujee” hit #1 on both iTunes and Amazon\, #5 on Billboard\, and can be heard regularly on SiriusXM.
URL:https://columbuscomedyfest.com/event/mary-santora/
LOCATION:The Kee\, 225 Neilston Street\, Columbus\, OH\, 43215\, United States
CATEGORIES:Standup,Thu
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://columbuscomedyfest.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/mary-santora-3.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Columbus Underground":MAILTO:laughs@columbuscomedyfest.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240815T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240815T203000
DTSTAMP:20260626T130232
CREATED:20240226T025725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240815T144029Z
UID:22818-1723748400-1723753800@columbuscomedyfest.com
SUMMARY:Shaena Rabbani
DESCRIPTION:THIS SHOW IS CANCELLED\nHeadliner: Shaena Rabbani\nFeature: Saul Trujillo\nOpener: Hormoz Rashidi\nHost: Jeff Allen\n\nThe thing to know about Shaena is that she loves laughing and making new friends. Her comedy journey started in Los Angeles\, later taking her to the heart of the Midwest — Columbus\, Ohio. Columbus is where she spent a few years developing her standup for the return to Los Angeles in 2022. One of the coolest achievements she experienced was winning the Los Angeles’s Got Talent competition in 2023. She is a paid regular at the Ice House in Los Angeles and performs frequently at Funny Bone and Improv comedy clubs across the country.
URL:https://columbuscomedyfest.com/event/shaena-rabbani/
LOCATION:Columbus Performing Arts Center\, 549 Franklin Ave.\, Columbus\, OH\, 43215\, United States
CATEGORIES:Standup
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://columbuscomedyfest.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/shaena-rabbani-3.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Columbus Underground":MAILTO:laughs@columbuscomedyfest.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240815T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240815T203000
DTSTAMP:20260626T130232
CREATED:20240225T212937Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240812T020656Z
UID:22756-1723748400-1723753800@columbuscomedyfest.com
SUMMARY:Irene Tu
DESCRIPTION:CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS\nHeadliner: Irene Tu\nFeature: Correy Bell\nHost / Opener: Travis Hoewischer\n\nIrene Tu is an LA-based stand-up comedian\, actor and writer who honed her chops in San Francisco. Her first comedy album WE’RE DONE NOW debuted in March of this year at #1 on the iTunes comedy charts. \n\n\n\nIrene has performed at Netflix Is A Joke comedy festival in the highly coveted “INTRODUCING” showcase. Her STAND-UP FEATURING set is the most watched reel on Comedy Central’s Stand-Up’s Instagram page\, with over 2.7 million views. Paste Magazine praised Irene’s “quick wit\, relaxed stage presence\, and hilariously off-the-wall observations” in this album that “ticks all the boxes of a winning introduction\, and then some.” \n\n\n\nShe was named one of Vulture’s “Comedians You Should and Will Know” and singled out in The SF Chronicle as an “artist on the brink of fame.” She’s a regular at festivals and clubs around the country and opens for comics like Taylor Tomlinson and Patton Oswalt.
URL:https://columbuscomedyfest.com/event/irene-tu/
LOCATION:The Kee\, 225 Neilston Street\, Columbus\, OH\, 43215\, United States
CATEGORIES:Standup
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://columbuscomedyfest.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/irene-tu.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Columbus Underground":MAILTO:laughs@columbuscomedyfest.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240815T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240815T203000
DTSTAMP:20260626T130232
CREATED:20200428T175723Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240807T013818Z
UID:1210-1723748400-1723753800@columbuscomedyfest.com
SUMMARY:Simon Fraser
DESCRIPTION:CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS\nHeadliner: Simon Fraser\nSimon Fraser is the one British person you won’t hate. Charming\, clever\, and a huge fan of America\, you can expect the room to turn into a rally when Simon takes the stage. His riffs on everything pro-America from Fahrenheit to writing the date MM-DD-YYYY have received tens of millions of views online\, and he has established himself as a rising star.
URL:https://columbuscomedyfest.com/event/simon-fraser/
LOCATION:Funny Bone Columbus\, 145 Easton Town Ctr\, Columbus\, OH\, 43219\, United States
CATEGORIES:Standup
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://columbuscomedyfest.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/simon-1.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240815T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240815T201500
DTSTAMP:20260626T130232
CREATED:20240515T153109Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240803T070106Z
UID:23972-1723748400-1723752900@columbuscomedyfest.com
SUMMARY:Thursday Funnies: A Stand Up Comedy Show
DESCRIPTION:CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS\n\n\n\nLaugh along with some of Columbus’ best stand up comedians. Featuring rising stars and seasoned comics alike! This is one show you won’t want to miss. In participation with the Columbus Comedy Festival. \nFeaturing:\nPrecious \nCailtin Menosky \nHaikal Rozaidi \nJulian Rodgers \nNatalee Townsend \nAnnaelise Feldman \nHost: Tye Erskin \nDoors open at 6:30\, show starts promptly at 7 pm. Drinks available for purchase.
URL:https://columbuscomedyfest.com/event/thursday-funnies-a-stand-up-comedy-show/
LOCATION:Hashtag Comedy Club\, 1253 North High Street\, Columbus\, OH\, 43201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Standup
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://columbuscomedyfest.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/hashtag-02.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240815T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240815T200000
DTSTAMP:20260626T130232
CREATED:20240420T225856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240812T210412Z
UID:23076-1723748400-1723752000@columbuscomedyfest.com
SUMMARY:Stand Up Showcase @ Nest
DESCRIPTION:CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS\nFeaturing:\nKerry Stevens\nRochelle Collins\nLeslie Battle\nJesse Pimpinella\nNnenna Onyema\nAngie Healey\nHost: Bridjet Mendy\nWe’re delighted to partner with Columbus Comedy Festival to celebrate so many wonderful acts in our city – and this time\, just like our own Nestival – CCF brings lots of special guests over the entire week/weekend! The Thursday standup showcase features the following comics doing 8 minute sets\, all hosted in our beloved Birdhouse Stage.
URL:https://columbuscomedyfest.com/event/stand-up-showcase-nest-thursday/
LOCATION:The Nest\, 2643 N High Street\, Columbus\, OH\, 43202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Standup
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://columbuscomedyfest.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/the-nest-show-02.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240815T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240815T180000
DTSTAMP:20260626T130232
CREATED:20240331T192900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240812T215614Z
UID:22997-1723739400-1723744800@columbuscomedyfest.com
SUMMARY:Chris Alan
DESCRIPTION:CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS\nHeadliner: Chris Alan\nFeature: Dick Dickerson\nFeature: Freddie Simone\nOpener: Morgan Leigh\nHost: Chris Toyloy\nChris Alan is a nationally touring standup\, and podcaster\, based out of Washington\, DC. Chris’ style is a mix of well-crafted jokes and stories about his life ranging from his family to fatherhood\, the military and marriage\, coupled with quick-witted crowd interactions\, the show can go anywhere at any time. Chris’s style keeps audiences engaged and on their toes.
URL:https://columbuscomedyfest.com/event/chris-alan/
LOCATION:MadLab\, 227 N 3rd Street\, Columbus\, OH\, 43215\, United States
CATEGORIES:Happy Hour,Standup
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://columbuscomedyfest.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/chris-alan-01.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Columbus Underground":MAILTO:laughs@columbuscomedyfest.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240814T220000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240814T233000
DTSTAMP:20260626T130232
CREATED:20240506T004304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240814T210123Z
UID:23214-1723672800-1723678200@columbuscomedyfest.com
SUMMARY:Michael Ian Black
DESCRIPTION:CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS\nHeadliner: Michael Ian Black\nFeature: Matty Ryan\nFeature:  Ty Moore\nHost: Jimmy Mak\nMichael Ian Black is an actor\, writer\, and comedian who began his career with the legendary sketch comedy troupe\, The State. He then went on to co-create several television shows\, including Viva Variety\, Stella\, and Michael & Michael Have Issues. \nFor four years\, he played Phil Stubbs on NBC’s Ed\, and has starred on many shows including Another Period\, The Jim Gaffigan Show\, and the Wet Hot American Summer franchise. He has appeared in many films including This is 40\, Sextuplets\, The Baxter\, and Linoleum. \nMichael has written several screenplays\, including Wedding Daze\, starring Jason Biggs and Isla Fisher\, which he directed\, and Run\, Fat Boy\, Run starring Simon Pegg. \nMichael has authored many books including My Custom Van (and 50 Mind-Blowing Essays That Will Blow Your Mind All Over Your Face)\, You’re Not Doing It Right\, and his most recent A Better Man: A (Mostly Serious) Letter to My Son. He is also the author of several award-winning books for children\, including A Pig Parade Is A Terrible Idea\, Chicken Cheeks\, the I’m… series\, and his satirical book\, A Child’s First Book of Trump. \nAdditionally\, Michael has hosted several game shows including Trust Me I’m A Game Show Host (with DL Hughley)\, and Duck Quacks Don’t Echo on NatGeo. \nOn the podcast front\, Michael co-created and hosted How To Be Amazing\, Topics (with Michael Showalter)\, and Mike and Tom Eat Snacks (with Tom Cavanagh). His current podcast project is called Obscure\, in which he picks a work of classic literature\, reads it aloud\, and comments on it as he goes. \nFinally Michael is an accomplished stand-up comedian who has released several albums and specials. He regularly tours the United States.
URL:https://columbuscomedyfest.com/event/michael-ian-black/
LOCATION:The Kee\, 225 Neilston Street\, Columbus\, OH\, 43215\, United States
CATEGORIES:Standup
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://columbuscomedyfest.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/mib.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Columbus Underground":MAILTO:laughs@columbuscomedyfest.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240814T220000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240814T233000
DTSTAMP:20260626T130232
CREATED:20240401T003528Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240814T210011Z
UID:23020-1723672800-1723678200@columbuscomedyfest.com
SUMMARY:Female AF
DESCRIPTION:CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS\nFeaturing:\nMandee McKelvey\nShaena Rabbani\nHannah Belmont\nBianca Moore\nHost: Nickey Winkelman\nAbout the show: The ongoing series “Female AF” — produced by Nickey Winkelman — will take place during the Columbus Comedy Festival\, featuring some amazing women in comedy. Both local and national talent is in this lineup\, so you won’t want to miss it! \nAbout Mandee: Mandee McKelvey was recently named one of the 50 best undiscovered comics in the country by Thrillist\, and it’s not hard to see why. As one of the midwest’s most acclaimed stand-up comedians\, Mandee is revered for her ability to spin tragedy into comedy. \nAbout Shaena: The thing to know about Shaena is that she loves laughing and making new friends. Her comedy journey started in Los Angeles\, later taking her to the heart of the Midwest — Columbus\, Ohio. Columbus is where she spent a few years developing her standup for the return to Los Angeles in 2022. \nAbout Hannah: Hannah Belmont is an up and coming comedian and she has made her mark at many notable venues\, including Zanies\, the Laugh Factory\, the Comedy Bar\, the Comedy Vault\, Hilarities\, the Lincoln Lodge\, Second City\, several Don’t Tell shows and many more clubs around the Midwest. \nAbout Bianca: Bianca Moore is an Ohio native who has been doing comedy for nearly a decade. She opened for Sandra Valls\, Irene Tu\, Michelle Wolf and more. She’s given belly laughs and awkward stares across the globe\, taking her Midwestern madness to international heights. \nAbout Nickey: Nickey Winkelman is a standup comedian based out of Columbus\, Ohio who has been performing nationally for over 15 years. She was a co-producer of the Whiskey Bear Comedy Festival until 2019\, house emcee at Up Front Stage until 2020\, and co-host of The Quiz Box trivia podcast until 2021.
URL:https://columbuscomedyfest.com/event/female-af/
LOCATION:The Kee\, 225 Neilston Street\, Columbus\, OH\, 43215\, United States
CATEGORIES:Showcase
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://columbuscomedyfest.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/female-af-new.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Columbus Underground":MAILTO:laughs@columbuscomedyfest.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240814T220000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240814T233000
DTSTAMP:20260626T130232
CREATED:20240227T165653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240814T210015Z
UID:22855-1723672800-1723678200@columbuscomedyfest.com
SUMMARY:Olivia Flood-Wylie
DESCRIPTION:CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS\nHeadliner: Olivia Flood-Wylie\nFeature: Precious\nFeature: Andrew Gaffigan\nOpener: Juan Arellano\nHost: Joel Good\n\nOlivia Flood-Wylie is a Los Angeles-born comedian who moved to Amsterdam to achieve her lifelong dream of not being in America anymore. After three years in Amsterdam\, she is now back in Los Angeles\, and trying her best to remain positive about traffic. \n\n\n\nAs a standup\, she was house comedian for The Comedy Embassy\, and was named a “2020 One to Watch” by Funny Women. She debuted her first hour-long comedy special\, Slowpoke at the Boom Chicago Comedy Festival in 2021\, and her second hour special\, Half and Half in February of 2023. She has taught improv for the world-renowned improv theater Boom Chicago\, was a founding member of Grover\, the theater’s first Harold team and CLOGS\, their house short form team. \n\n\n\nOlivia is currently an actor and writer with the sketch group\, That’s Hollywood\, Baby. Recent podcast appearances include Jimmy Pardo’s Never Not Funny and Janet Varney’s JV Club. \n\n\n\nOlivia will be making her San Francisco Sketchfest debut in January 2024\, opening for Maria Bamford at the historic Palace of Fine Arts. In April 2024\, she will performing at the JFL Moontower Comedy Festival in Austin\, TX and the brand new Bergamot Comedy Festival in Santa Monica\, CA.
URL:https://columbuscomedyfest.com/event/olivia-flood-wylie/
LOCATION:Columbus Performing Arts Center\, 549 Franklin Ave.\, Columbus\, OH\, 43215\, United States
CATEGORIES:Standup
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://columbuscomedyfest.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/olivia.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Columbus Underground":MAILTO:laughs@columbuscomedyfest.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240814T220000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240814T233000
DTSTAMP:20260626T130232
CREATED:20240225T214950Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240812T004245Z
UID:22766-1723672800-1723678200@columbuscomedyfest.com
SUMMARY:Justine Marino
DESCRIPTION:CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS\nHeadliner: Justine Marino\nFeature: Peter Brieck\nOpener: Kieron Harrell\nHost: Caitlin Menosky\nJustine Marino is a comedian\, host\, writer and producer who realized her love for comedy at The Groundlings School shortly after moving to Los Angeles. She started doing stand up while working as a tour guide at Universal Studios\, and soon began opening for Jon Lovitz\, Bo Burnham\, and Joel McHale. Justine quickly caught the eye of Jenny McCarthy\, and was cast in the stand up special Jenny McCarthy’s Dirty\, Sexy\, Funny\, which streamed on Netflix. \nIn 2014 Justine was selected as a New Face of Comedy at Montreal’s prestigious Just For Laughs Festival and has been seen on NBC\, Comedy Central\, and MTV. Justine hosted and executive-produced The Funny Dance Show for E!\, which is based on the successful live show she created at The World Famous Comedy Store. She then went on to be a producer on The Soup for E! \nMost recently\, Justine was on tour with Hasan Minhaj and just finished writing and producing for hosts Yvette Nicole Brown and Felicia Day on The Walking Dead: Last Mile for Facebook Watch. And of course\, she has a podcast! She produces and hosts the pop culture comedy podcast Glitter & Garbage for Bill Burr’s All Things Comedy Network.
URL:https://columbuscomedyfest.com/event/justine-marino/
LOCATION:Columbus Performing Arts Center\, 549 Franklin Ave.\, Columbus\, OH\, 43215\, United States
CATEGORIES:Standup
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://columbuscomedyfest.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/justine.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Columbus Underground":MAILTO:laughs@columbuscomedyfest.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240814T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240814T220000
DTSTAMP:20260626T130232
CREATED:20240328T224740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240814T131619Z
UID:22972-1723667400-1723672800@columbuscomedyfest.com
SUMMARY:Drunk PowerPoint
DESCRIPTION:CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS\nDrunk PowerPoint\nA highlight reel of top tier presenters from the monthly Drunk PowerPoint series. See the best\, most hilarious\, and strangest slideshow presentations we have to offer!\n\nCheck out Kafe Kerouac every third Friday for the regular DPP open mic show (check FB and Instagram for updates).
URL:https://columbuscomedyfest.com/event/drunk-powerpoint/
LOCATION:MadLab\, 227 N 3rd Street\, Columbus\, OH\, 43215\, United States
CATEGORIES:Variety
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://columbuscomedyfest.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/dpp-1.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Columbus Underground":MAILTO:laughs@columbuscomedyfest.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240814T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240814T203000
DTSTAMP:20260626T130232
CREATED:20240515T152646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240803T065047Z
UID:23967-1723662000-1723667400@columbuscomedyfest.com
SUMMARY:Hot People Near You: A Sketch Comedy Show
DESCRIPTION:CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS\n\n\n\nHot People Near You is a sketch comedy show featuring some of Columbus’ most seasoned comedians and comedy writers. If you enjoy Tim Robinson or SNL\, check out “How People Near You” \nThis show is brought to you by Hashtag Comedy Company in part with the Columbus Comedy Festival. Grab tickets now to reserve your seat. \nDoors open 6:30\, Show 7-8:30. \nAlcohol available for purchase.
URL:https://columbuscomedyfest.com/event/hot-people-near-you-a-sketch-comedy-show/
LOCATION:Hashtag Comedy Club\, 1253 North High Street\, Columbus\, OH\, 43201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sketch
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://columbuscomedyfest.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/hashtag-01.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240814T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240814T203000
DTSTAMP:20260626T130232
CREATED:20240504T235622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240807T013721Z
UID:23197-1723662000-1723667400@columbuscomedyfest.com
SUMMARY:Kelly Collette & Keith Bender
DESCRIPTION:CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS\nCo-Headliner: Kelly Collette\nCo-Headliner: Keith Bender\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKeith Bender: \nFrom classroom cutup to comedy club stages\, or his numerous USO Tours entertaining The Armed Forces of which he\, himself\, proudly served\, Chicago native and Army Veteran\, Keith Bender has transitioned from the frontlines to punchlines with his quick-witted and insightful comedic rants and has become one of the most sought-after comedians today. \nKelly Collette: \nShe has been a finalist on CMT’s Next Big Comic\, and tours clubs and colleges throughout the country. Her jokes have been featured on Pandora and Sirius XM\, and in a segment for NPR. \nShe has performed at the prestigious Limestone Comedy Festival\, San Francisco Sketchfest\, Laughing Skull Comedy Festival\, Gilda’s Laughfest and The Lucielle Ball Comedy Festival. She is featured on the CD from Lucyfest called “Live From Jamestown”. She headlined the 2019  Super Dope Comedy Festival. \nKelly toured with The Nobodies of Comedy\, a national theatre tour of comedians you should know. She will be performing at Gilda’s Laugh Fest in 2019 as part of the selected “Best of The Midwest” showcase.Kelly is also a featured emcee and storyteller. She has emceed for the Cincinnati Reds and has been a storyteller for “Cincy Storytellers” where you can hear her story on Soundcloud. She also produces a monthly standup storytelling show called “Truth Serum”.Kelly’s writing has been published for Bust Magazine. In 2016 she wrote\, produced and directed a parody play called “Reservoir Dames”. This all-female adaptation of “Reservoir Dogs” sold out and gained national attention. Her original play “Bloody Mary” (a horror comedy) debuted at the Know Theatre in 2020. She recently partnered with Gorilla Cinema and Pan American Airlines and wrote a script for an immersive 1960s pop up cocktail experience that is traveling the country.Kelly spoke at the 2020 Ohio Women’s March and was the keynote speaker for Empower Her\, a women empowerment event at Cleveland State University.She was just named Cincinnati’s Best Local Comedian by CityBeat/Cincinnati Magazine.
URL:https://columbuscomedyfest.com/event/kelly-collette-keith-bender/
LOCATION:Funny Bone Columbus\, 145 Easton Town Ctr\, Columbus\, OH\, 43219\, United States
CATEGORIES:Variety
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://columbuscomedyfest.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/kelly-keith.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240814T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240814T203000
DTSTAMP:20260626T130232
CREATED:20240424T024149Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240806T043953Z
UID:23085-1723662000-1723667400@columbuscomedyfest.com
SUMMARY:Saul Trujillo
DESCRIPTION:CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS\nHeadliner: Saul Trujillo\nFeature: Alex Dragicevich\nFeature:  Leyla Ingalls\nHost: Ian Miller\nSaul Trujillo is stand-up comedian with blue collar roots in Stockton\, CA. His man-child sensibilities have been featured on Comedy Central and Just For Laughs. \nHis obscure observations on his own life will keep you scratching your head and laughing at the same time. Saul can be seen performing regularly at the World Famous Comedy Store and Hollywood Improv.
URL:https://columbuscomedyfest.com/event/saul-trujillo/
LOCATION:The Kee\, 225 Neilston Street\, Columbus\, OH\, 43215\, United States
CATEGORIES:Standup
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://columbuscomedyfest.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/saul-trujillo-2.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Columbus Underground":MAILTO:laughs@columbuscomedyfest.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240814T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240814T203000
DTSTAMP:20260626T130232
CREATED:20200504T220331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240814T210001Z
UID:1739-1723662000-1723667400@columbuscomedyfest.com
SUMMARY:Rob Ward
DESCRIPTION:CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS\nHeadliner: Rob Ward\nFeature: Marc Fazon\nOpener: Tonya Vora\nHost: Mike Larsen\nMeet Rob Ward\, the Cleveland comedian who turned a knack for making people laugh into a sensational career. Since his 2010 debut\, Rob’s been a comedy powerhouse\, hosting open mic nights\, headlining tours\, and sharing the stage with legends like Martin Lawrence. From CW Network to Comedy Central with Kevin Hart\, Rob’s humor knows no bounds. Currently\, he’s rocking “The First Responders Tour\,” celebrating our heroes. With a “Showtime at Apollo” win and a Cleveland Comedy Awards nomination\, Rob’s laughter legacy keeps growing. Thanks to his loved ones and loyal fans\, the fun never stops.
URL:https://columbuscomedyfest.com/event/rob-ward/
LOCATION:Columbus Performing Arts Center\, 549 Franklin Ave.\, Columbus\, OH\, 43215\, United States
CATEGORIES:Standup
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://columbuscomedyfest.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/rob-ward-1.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Columbus Underground":MAILTO:laughs@columbuscomedyfest.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240814T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240814T203000
DTSTAMP:20260626T130232
CREATED:20200504T220221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240814T205956Z
UID:1737-1723662000-1723667400@columbuscomedyfest.com
SUMMARY:Jordan Rock
DESCRIPTION:CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS\nHeadliner: Jordan Rock\nFeature: FunnyGuy Fish\nOpener: Christian Heredia Bauer\nHost: Nef Johnson\nJordan Rock is a rising star in comedy\, known for his sharp wit and captivating stage presence. Born and raised in a family of comedic talent\, Jordan’s unique perspective and relatable humor have earned him acclaim nationwide. After honing his craft at local clubs and open mic nights in Brooklyn\, New York\, Jordan caught the attention of industry heavyweights. His breakout role on the hit Netflix series “Love” catapulted him into the spotlight\, leading to collaborations with top-tier talent like Pete Davidson and William Jackson Harper \nJordan has also made notable appearances on television and in film\, including All Def Comedy on HBO\, Pete Davidson Presents: The Best Friends Special on Netflix\, The After Party on Netflix\, Love Life Season 2 on HBO Max\, and Big Time Adolescence on Hulu. \nWith each live performance\, Jordan leaves audiences in stitches\, effortlessly blending clever observations with infectious energy. From comedy clubs to theaters\, Jordan Rock’s live shows are not to be missed\, promising an unforgettable night of laughter and entertainment. Catch Jordan Rock live and experience the magic for yourself—you won’t be disappointed.
URL:https://columbuscomedyfest.com/event/jordan-rock/
LOCATION:The Kee\, 225 Neilston Street\, Columbus\, OH\, 43215\, United States
CATEGORIES:Standup
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://columbuscomedyfest.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/jordan-rock-1.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Columbus Underground":MAILTO:laughs@columbuscomedyfest.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240814T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240814T203000
DTSTAMP:20260626T130232
CREATED:20200504T220129Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240812T004221Z
UID:1735-1723662000-1723667400@columbuscomedyfest.com
SUMMARY:River Butcher
DESCRIPTION:CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS\nHeadliner: River Butcher\nFeature: Eunji Kim\nOpener: Angie Healey\nHost: Dan Sebree\nRiver Butcher is a Los Angeles-based standup comic\, actor\, and writer. His first half-hour special “A Different Kind of Dude” debuted on Comedy Central’s Youtube channel and was called “a masterclass in culture war commentary” by Esquire.com. The special also garnered the title of “Some of the Best Jokes of 2022 So Far.” \nRiver recently wrote on the FX pilot “Belated\,” previously wrote for “A League of Their Own\,” and created/starred in/wrote the critically acclaimed and GLAAD award-nominated tv show “Take My Wife.” You may have also seen him as non-binary standup comic Lindsay Brady on “Good Trouble” and Adam Conover’s sibling on “Adam Ruins Everything” or queer dinner guest Denim in the hit movie “Friendsgiving.” \nHe has done standup all over the country\, the globe\, and the screen\, including Ellen\, Conan\, Comedy Central\, and HBO. River was named one of Vanity Fair’s “Ten Comics to Watch” at comedy’s prestigious Just For Laughs Festival in Montreal in 2017\, just 6 years after doing his first stand up open mic. He just recorded his first hour special in Portland\, set to be released on YouTube this year.
URL:https://columbuscomedyfest.com/event/river-butcher/
LOCATION:Columbus Performing Arts Center\, 549 Franklin Ave.\, Columbus\, OH\, 43215\, United States
CATEGORIES:Standup
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://columbuscomedyfest.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/river-butcher.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Columbus Underground":MAILTO:laughs@columbuscomedyfest.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240814T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240814T200000
DTSTAMP:20260626T130232
CREATED:20240420T220935Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240814T145327Z
UID:23071-1723662000-1723665600@columbuscomedyfest.com
SUMMARY:Stand Up Showcase @ Nest — SOLD OUT!
DESCRIPTION:THIS SHOW IS SOLD OUT\nFeaturing: Hannah BelmontAllison McBaneAlex HarshawGoodie HendrixsonAlex DuttonZach Funk\nHost: Justin Jensen\nWe’re delighted to partner with Columbus Comedy Festival to celebrate so many wonderful acts in our city – and this time\, just like our own Nestival – CCF brings lots of special guests over the entire week/weekend! Wednesday standup showcase features the following comics doing 8 minute sets\, all hosted in our beloved Birdhouse Stage. \n  \n 
URL:https://columbuscomedyfest.com/event/stand-up-showcase-nest-wednesday/
LOCATION:The Nest\, 2643 N High Street\, Columbus\, OH\, 43202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sold Out,Standup
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://columbuscomedyfest.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/the-nest-show-01.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240809T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240809T210000
DTSTAMP:20260626T130232
CREATED:20240802T164831Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240802T164831Z
UID:25043-1723230000-1723237200@columbuscomedyfest.com
SUMMARY:The Aristocrats (2005) Documentary Screening
DESCRIPTION:CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS\n\nJoin us for a one-night-only screening of 2005 comedy documentary THE ARISTOCRATS at 7:00pm on August 9\, featuring an introduction from Anne Evans\, Co-Founder of Columbus Underground and the Columbus Comedy Festival!\n\nAdditionally\, before the show we’ll be screening some locally made short films from comedians Nef Johnson and Adam Little!\n\nAbout THE ARISTOCRATS:\n\nOne hundred superstar comedians tell the same very\, VERY filthy joke—one shared privately by comics since Vaudeville.\n\n“a raucous insider docu that invites the viewer to share a secret held exclusively by comics for untold generations” —Todd McCarthy\, Variety\n\nTo capture the infamous joke’s history and variations from top entertainment personalities\, comedians Penn Jillette and Paul Provenza conceived and produced this comedy documentary. The film was a hit at the 2005 Sundance Film Festival and winner of Best Documentary at the 2005 U.S. Comedy Arts Festival.\n\n“The Aristocrats” was Johnny Carson’s favorite joke\, and the film is dedicated to him.
URL:https://columbuscomedyfest.com/event/the-aristocrats/
LOCATION:Gateway Film Center\, 1550 N High Street\, Columbus\, OH\, 43201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Film
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://columbuscomedyfest.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/sarah.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Columbus Underground":MAILTO:laughs@columbuscomedyfest.com
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR