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Submit an EventRochester Comedy Festival 2026 — First-Ever Four-Day Event
What's Happening
Rochester gets its first-ever dedicated comedy festival this July — four days at Comedy at the Carlson featuring top touring acts, rising local talent, and a stand-up contest with a $1,000 prize. Rochester native Tommy Bechtold hosts the contest finale. The festival closes July 19 with Pete Correale headlining. If it works the way it should, this is the beginning of something the city has been missing.
Details
Date: Thursday–Sunday, July 16–19, 2026 Time: TBD Location: Comedy at the Carlson, Rochester, NY Cost: TBD
How to Join
Tickets and schedule at CarlsonComedy.com.
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