COMEDY: Brisbane Comedy Festival - Brisbane Powerhouse

Title: Brisbane Comedy Festival 2026

Presented By: Brisbane Comedy Festival in association with Brisbane Powerhouse

Genre: Comedy Festival (Stand-up / Improv / Sketch / Variety)

Synopsis: Returning for its 17th year, the Brisbane Comedy Festival is a city-wide celebration of comedy, bringing together international stars, Australian favourites, and rising talent for a month of non-stop laughs.

With a program featuring stand-up, improv, musical comedy, sketch, and experimental performances, the festival offers everything from sharp satire to outrageous silliness and heartfelt storytelling. Across more than 100 shows and 140+ performers, audiences can explore a diverse lineup of bold, high-energy, and genre-bending comedy.

Performance Dates: April 24th – May 24th, 2026

Performance Times: Various times daily (dependent on individual shows and venues)

Performance Location and Address: Multiple venues across Brisbane, including:

• Brisbane Powerhouse - 119 Lamington Street, New Farm QLD 4005

• Fortitude Music Hall

• The Tivoli

• Princess Theatre 

Ticket Costs: Varies by show (generally from around $20 to $100+)

Ticket Link: Buy Tickets - Brisbane Comedy Festival

Warnings: Varies by performance; many shows contain adult themes, coarse language, and sexual references

Recommended Age: Varies by show (many shows 15+ or 18+)

Cast: Features a rotating lineup of 140+ comedians including:

• Rove McManus

• Celia Pacquola

• Sammy J

• Stephen K Amos

• Lizzy Hoo

• And many more

Creative Team: Curated and produced by Brisbane Comedy Festival and partner venues

Production Website: Brisbane Comedy Festival

Other Information:

• One of Australia’s largest comedy festivals, established in 2009

• Features major events including Opening Gala, Showcase, and themed comedy nights

• Takes place across multiple venues in a city-wide festival format

• Venue facilities across festival locations may include wheelchair access, accessible seating, hearing support options, bars, and amenities (availability varies by venue)