Legendary Laughs

The Vail Village will overflow with laughter and street magic this Memorial Day Weekend. More than 20 events means something for everyone. Free family entertainment will return thanks to RocketFizz. All pass holder events happen within a quick walk of the covered bridge in Vail Village.

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2025 Schedule

This is last year's 2025 schedule, for reference. We will publish the 2026 schedule in May. Events will be walking distance in Vail Village and include tons of fun!
10:00 am - 11:30 am Loaded Joe's Vail Village

10-11:00AM at Loaded Joe’s Please bring a photo id 242 E Meadow Dr, Vail, CO 81657 Park at Vail Transportation Center (located steps away) Festival merch available for sale You can also get your pass at any event (please arrive early and bring photo id) but you might wait a while

11:00 am - 12:00 pm Bridge Street Fountain

11:00AM-1:30PM at Bridge Street Fountain Bring Photo ID for individualized credential pickup Park at Vail Transportation Center (located steps away) Festival merch available for sale You can also get your pass at any event (please arrive early and bring photo id) In case of rain find us inside Gorsuch Ski Cafe

2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Surefoot

Inspired by all the awesome comedy you are enjoying?  Get on stage and try some jokes!  Bring a short set and sign up on-site.  Arrive and sign up by start time to guarantee stage time. At Surefoot Just want to laugh?  This event is free and open to the public

A kick-off party with comedians and VIP pass holders with beverages from 10th Mountain Whiskey plus bites from Moe’s Original BBQ.  Plus close-up magic! Location shared with VIP Passholders.

How funny can one comic be in seven minutes?  You’ll find out in this rapid style showcase At Vail Comedy Festival there are special guests at every event, you have to show up to see who drops in. Cucina at Lodge At Vail  174 Gore Creek Dr, Vail, CO 81657

6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Vail Village

Find magician Travis Nye in Vail Village performing street magic

Find us at Ridge + River at Manor Vail This comedy show will feature comedians from around North America ending with a headlining set from a festival headliner.

10:00 pm - 11:30 pm Aviator Nation

Let’s shut down the first night right!  An incredible lineup at Aviator Nation for the late night Friday show. This show has been a festival highlight in year’s past so come on out! First 50 in the door get seats, otherwise it is standing room only Aviator Nation 230 Bridge St, Vail, CO 81657   […]

Individual tickets and more info here Featured comedians: Tiffany Jenkins, Joe List, Marc Maron, Aparna Nancherla, Mark Normand, Baron Vaughn, and Eva Victor ANXIETY CLUB offers a heartfelt and humorous exploration of anxiety through the lens of some of today’s most brilliant comedians: Tiffany Jenkins, Joe List, Marc Maron, Aparna Nancherla, Mark Normand, Baron Vaughn, […]

Magician Travis Nye will entertain kids of all ages at this free, open to the public magic show at the RocketFizz stage in Lionshead at Sunbird Park.  Part of the Vail Comedy Festival.  Bring your sunscreen!   GET FREE TICKETS   RocketFizz Stage at Sunbird Park 555 E Lionshead Cir, Vail, CO 81657  

Curated questions from audience for director Wendy Lobel following the Vail, CO premier of “Anxiety Club” (2025) DIRECTOR’S INSPIRATION I’ve struggled with anxiety for years and am familiar with the uncomfortable symptoms that can accompany an anxiety disorder, as well as the available treatments and tools. But the seed for ANXIETY CLUB was planted in […]

12:45 pm - 1:30 pm Cucina (The Lodge At Vail)

Find us in Cucina at The Lodge At Vail This event is free and open to the public! Katie Hannigan and Sarah Tollemache detail their private lives as touring stand up comedians and their latest lifestyle obsessions. Called “quirky” by multiple men on instagram, this candid lady chat will have you laughing, while also feeling […]

2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Vendetta's

Inspired by all the awesome comedy you are enjoying?  Get on stage and try some jokes!  Bring a short set and sign up on-site.  Arrive and sign up by start time to guarantee stage time. Plus watch festival comedians work on their craft.  In year’s past we’ve seen comics fine tune jokes for late night […]

We have so many surprises in store for this special VIP event at a secret location to be revealed to VIP pass holders.  Definitely make time in your schedule to laugh, be amazed and have an unforgettable experience.  VIP Passholders will receive location by email.

Join us in Sarah’s Lounge at Christiania Lodge at Vail This hour long comedy show will feature comedians from around North America and include surprise guests.  Tick Tock, time to laugh!

Find us at River + Ridge in Manor Vail This comedy showcase will feature a dozen comedians from around North America doing short sets and is a great opportunity to see a lot of fresh faces in a short period of time.  With surprise guests you won’t want to miss!

6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Vail Village

In and around Vail Village catch magician Travis Nye performing

Find us in Piney Ballroom at Manor Vail This comedy show will feature comedians from around North America ending with a headlining set from Mike E. Winfield Surprise appearances by headliners or special guests are possible at every show

10:00 pm - 11:30 pm Aviator Nation

Another amazing late show at Aviator Nation and shutting down Saturday night of the Vail Comedy Festival.  Headliner to be announced. First 50 in the door get seats, then it is standing room, you won’t want to miss this one Aviator Nation 230 Bridge St, Vail, CO 81657

Magician Travis Nye will entertain kids of all ages at this free, open to the public magic show at the RocketFizz stage in Lionshead at Sunbird Park.  Part of the Vail Comedy Festival.  Bring your sunscreen!   GET FREE TICKETS   RocketFizz Stage at Sunbird Park 555 E Lionshead Cir, Vail, CO 81657  

11:30 am - 12:30 pm Aspen Room (Manor Vail)

Join us in the Aspen Room at Manor Vail with special guest Nicole Schnitzlein of Lady Jones Katie Hannigan and Sarah Tollemache detail their private lives as touring stand up comedians and their latest lifestyle obsessions. Called “quirky” by multiple men on instagram, this candid lady chat will have you laughing, while also feeling safe. […]

Inspired by all the awesome comedy you are enjoying?  Get on stage and try some jokes!  Bring a short set and sign up on-site.  Arrive and sign up by start time to guarantee stage time. Plus watch festival comics hone their craft! At Cucina.

Festival passes grant free entry for this magic show with Travis Nye.  Individual tickets available to public.  $25 GA online or at door / $50 Reserved Front Row (advance purchase online only).  Younger children should attend the free family style magic shows in Lionshead.   GET TICKETS   Cucina / Lodge At Vail 174 Gore […]

Find us at Sarah’s Lounge in the Christiania Lodge at Vail This hour long comedy show will feature comedians from around North America and include surprise guests.  Tick Tock, time to laugh!

Find us in Cucina at The Lodge at Vail This comedy showcase will feature a dozen comedians from around North America doing short sets and is a great opportunity to see a lot of fresh faces in a short period of time.  With surprise guests you won’t want to miss!

Find us at Ridge + River in Manor Vail This comedy show will feature comedians from around North America ending with a headlining set from Andy Haynes! Surprise appearances by headliners are possible at every event.

Press

Coverage of the Vail Comedy Festival has included a front page story by the Vail Daily as well as pieces in the Aspen Times, Summit Daily and a "Best Bet" selection in the The Denver Post. Additional Vail Daily coverage has included a "Weekend Pick" and "Town Talk". We also received video coverage by Vail Valley Live. Media: contact for press passes.

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2025 LOCATIONS

Vail Village (some free events in Lionshead)

Vail, CO

All festival pass events are within walking distance of the iconic covered bridge in Vail Village. Steps from the free parking at Vail Village Transportation Center. Some free family events will happen at the RocketFizz stage at Sunbird Park in Lionshead. Bus and public transportation use is encouraged. VIP event locations are only shared with VIP pass holders. Check out Shift Bikes (rental e-bikes) a sustainable and affordable transportation solution for Eagle County.

(2025) Mike E. Winfield, Sarah Tollemache, Andy Haynes, Katie Hannigan, Kevin Shea, Lady Journey Podcast, Dr. Kevin Fitzgerald, Brandon Vestal, Dena Blizzard, Travis Nye, Jeffrey Keller, Greg Capra, Ryan Dalton, Whitney Rayner, Jack Weiler, Kendall Davond, Zach Peterson, Travis Stevenson, Iain Langlands, Jordan Policicchio, Sophie Spiers, Nimesh, Aron Woldelassie, Lou Pharis, Denise Lee

(2024) Mary Mack, Mal Hall, Jenny Zigrino, Tim Harmston, Great Hang Podcast, Ali Kareem, Andrea Menchaca, Andy Van, Anna Bianco, Ash Diggs, Bryson Banks, Dennis Rooney, Eitan Levine, Emily Walsh, Faraz Niafattah, Katie Novotny, LizaBanks Campagna, Marty Cunnie, Matt Wayne, Mia Wilson, Misha Han, Noah Ciel, Nora Jeffries, Paul Ollinger, Reagan Allen, Sean Flanagan, Sophia Garrow, Zach Mama

(2023) Leah Bonnema, Rob Haze, Dustin Chafin, Carmen Lagala, Derrick Stroup, Nancy Norton, Hippie Not Hippie Podcast, Live From Vail Comedy Festival 2023 Playlist, Adam Muller, AJ Finney, Alexis Bradby, Bailey Pope, Brad Sativa, Britt Migs, Danielle Thralow, David Louis, De Kelley, Dvontre Coleman, Hilary Jiminez, Jamell Sirleaf, Joe Stapleton, Joel Vernon, Matt Benjamin, Mike Hammock, Peter Wong, Salma Zaky, Tiffany Burke

(2022) Caitlin Peluffo, Usama Siddiquee, Steven Rogers, Xazmin Garza, Brandt Tobler, Al Jackson, Live From Vail Comedy Festival 2022 Playlist, Andre Mitchell, Austin Black, Big Jake Hovis, Brett Hiker, Catherine McCafferty, Cody Ullrich, EJ Masicampo, Erick Hellwig, Kelsey Rosen, Korey David, Kyle Mara, Liam McGurk, Learnmore Jonasi, Lynette Manning, Meka Mo, Mike Glazer, Rebecca Robinson, Sammy Anzer, Senneca Stone, Teresa Lee, V Lince, Yoni Heisler, Zach Travis

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