The Winnipeg Comedy Festival (WCF) celebrates its 25th anniversary from April 20 to April 26, 2026. This year's milestone event features high-profile Canadian hosts including Jann Arden, Shaun Majumder, and Brooke Lynn Hytes for its signature "Mega Shows".
The festival includes a variety of televised galas, live radio tapings, and club shows across multiple venues in Winnipeg.
Performances take place throughout the city, ranging from historic theatres to intimate local spots.
Tickets are available through the official Winnipeg Comedy Festival website and Ticketmaster.
Note: If you are looking for outdoor comedy, the Great Outdoors Comedy Festival is also coming to Winnipeg at Assiniboine Park from July 17–19, 2026.
Would you like to know more about the specific comedians performing at the 25th Anniversary Gala?
Festival Schedule & Highlights
Tickets & Pricing
•Mega Shows at the Burton Cummings Theatre:
•April 23 (7:30 PM): Opening Mega Show.
•April 24 (6:30 PM & 9:15 PM): Includes the 25th Anniversary Gala hosted by Shaun Majumder.
•April 25 (6:30 PM & 9:15 PM): Hosted by Jann Arden (You Had To Be There) and Chris Wilson (Chip Off The Old Block).
•CBC Radio Taping: The Debaters:
•April 25 & 26: Hosted by Steve Patterson at Jubilee Place.
•Club Series & Special Events:
•April 20 (8:00 PM): Comedy in the Brewery: A Queer Comedy Night at Good Neighbour Brewing.
•April 21 (7:30 PM): Now or Never live taping at the Gas Station Arts Centre.
•Gas Station Arts Centre
•April 21 (7:45 PM): WCF Rumor's Comedy Club Series.
•Burton Cummings Theatre: 364 Smith St (Main venue for Mega Shows).
•Burton Cummings Theatre
•Gas Station Arts Centre: 445 River Ave (Host to local and emerging talent).
•Jubilee Place: 173 Talbot Ave (Venue for The Debaters).
•Good Neighbour Brewing: 110 Sherbrook St.
•Winnipeg Comedy Festival website
•Mega Show Tickets: Generally start around $40.00 plus fees.
•Club & Brewery Shows: Range from $20.00 to $25.00.
Updated at 19 Mar 2026