Apply to Perform at FUNNYFEST
Please apply below. FUNNYFEST welcomes ALL unique, original AND very funny applicants to apply; that also possess integrity and a moral compass.
Out of respect for you, there is NO FEE to apply. The 26th Annual FunnyFest Calgary Comedy Festival, May 28 to June 7, 2026 (Including the 26th Annual FunnyFest Comedy Competition, April 9 to 18, 2026), does NOT charge a FEE for comedy artists to apply!
FunnyFest does NOT believe you should be penalized for desiring to share your “Art AND Craft.“
The DEADLINE for applications is February 28, 2026, for the COMPETITION and for the main festival.
How do I get booked to perform at the FunnyFest Comedy Festival? The “Selection Committee“ must review your application. If you are selected to perform, you will be notified, with an offer of anywhere from 1 night to 4 nights. Normally, you are not notified if you are not selected.
If you are not a professional comedian (as we prefer headline comedians apply), you can also apply for the 26th Annual FUNNYFEST Comedy Competition, April 9 to 18, 2026. OVERVIEW: A. Each round 1 to 2 winners advance (usually 2 round winners) to the quarter final; B. Winners from the 2 quarter finals compete in the semi – final; C. Winners from the semi – final compete in a taped for broadcast show in the “CHAMPIONSHIP FINAL” held on Sat. April 18, 2026.
The judges are independent to make the event the fairest competition in the history of the universe (and beyond). This competition will feature $5000 or more in prize money and prizes and the top 2 winners are invited to perform in the 26th Annual FUNNYFEST Comedy Festival (Apply for the competition under “Get Involved” or click here).
The 11 day and night festival dates for 26th Annual FUNNYFEST Calgary Comedy Festival, are May 28 to June 7, 2026. Festival Features: 20 Shows, 11 nights, 70 performers and 11 venues.
Thank you and good luck!
FunnyFest Comedy Festival Performer Application 2026 / 26th Annual
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