Legendary Laughs
The Vail Village will overflow with laughter and street magic Memorial Day 2024. Back for a third year! More than 20 events means something for everyone. All pass holder events happen within a quick walk of the covered bridge in Vail Village. 2022 and 2023 Festival passes sold-out!
2024 PASSES ON SALE JAN 12023 Vail Comedy Festival Artists
2023 Schedule
2023 schedule included comedy events and family friendly entertainment all easily accessible from Vail Village.Festival Pass Pickup at Loaded Joe's (Friday)
10-10:30AM at Loaded Joe’s in Vail Village Look for Brooke! Please bring a photo id 242 E Meadow Dr, Vail, CO 81657 Park at Vail Transportation Center (located steps away) You can also get your pass at any event (please arrive early)
Live Podcast Taping - HIPPIE NOT HIPPIE at 10th Mtn Whiskey - Friday Early - Leah Bonnema & Brad Sativa
Doors open 15 minutes in advance, bar will be open Special live taping with HIPPIE NOT HIPPIE Two comedians/friends getting together weekly to catch up, riff on topics, tell stories and have fun! With surprise guests. Give them a subscribe and watch at: https://www.youtube.com/@hippienothippiepod This special taping is Friday 10:45AM – 11:45AM, arrive early […]
T-shirts, hoodies, posters, keychains, magnets, stickers and more! Merch will be for sale at most shows pop-up style until it is sold out. Come get it at a dedicated store while supplies last. Cash, Credit Card, Venmo, etc
Live Podcast Taping - HIPPIE NOT HIPPIE at 10th Mtn Whiskey - Friday Afternoon - Carmen Lagala & Dvontre Coleman
Doors open 15 minutes in advance, bar will be open Special live taping with HIPPIE NOT HIPPIE Two comedians/friends getting together weekly to catch up, riff on topics, tell stories and have fun! With surprise guests. Give them a subscribe and watch at: https://www.youtube.com/@hippienothippiepod This special taping is Friday 12:30PM – 1:30PM, arrive early […]
Show-up Showcase / Comedy Open Mic at Vail Comedy Festival (Friday)
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.
A kick-off party with comedians and VIP pass holders with beverages from Vail Brewing Company and 10th Mountain Whiskey plus bites from Moe’s Original BBQ.
How funny can one comic be in five minutes? You’ll find out in this rapid style showcase Cucina at Lodge At Vail 174 Gore Creek Dr, Vail, CO 81657
Dustin Chafin Headlines Vail Comedy Festival (Friday)
Dustin Chafin headlines Vail Comedy Festival on the first night! Frost Bar at The Sebastian Vail – 16 Vail Rd #1, Vail, CO 81657
The Late Show (Friday) at Aviator Nation - Surprise Headliner
Let’s shut down the first night right! An incredible lineup at Aviator Nation for the late night Friday show. Our surprise headliner might be the most accomplished festival comedian in America, a nationally touring headliner with a comedy special and the winner of many prestigious comedy competitions. This show was one of the best at […]
Join a Lululemon instructor and traveling comedians for an hour of light Yoga, mats provided. VIP pass holders only. Location disclosed to VIP pass holders. Session may be indoors or creekside pending weather, bring clothing for either.
Live Podcast Taping - HIPPIE NOT HIPPIE at 10th Mtn Whiskey - Saturday Early - Rob Haze & Bailey Pope
Doors open 15 minutes in advance, bar will be open Special live taping with HIPPIE NOT HIPPIE Two comedians/friends getting together weekly to catch up, riff on topics, tell stories and have fun! With surprise guests. Give them a subscribe and watch at: https://www.youtube.com/@hippienothippiepod This special taping is Saturday 10:45AM – 11:45AM, arrive early […]
Family Magic Show with Travis Nye at RocketFizz stage (Saturday)
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. GET FREE TICKETS RocketFizz Stage at Sunbird Park 555 E Lionshead Cir, Vail, CO 81657
T-shirts, hoodies, posters, keychains, magnets, stickers and more! Merch will be for sale at most shows pop-up style until it is sold out. Come get it at a dedicated store while supplies last. Cash, Credit Card, Venmo, etc
Live Podcast Taping - HIPPIE NOT HIPPIE at 10th Mtn Whiskey - Saturday Afternoon - Dustin Chafin & Britt Migs
Doors open 15 minutes in advance, bar will be open Special live taping with HIPPIE NOT HIPPIE Two comedians/friends getting together weekly to catch up, riff on topics, tell stories and have fun! With surprise guests. Give them a subscribe and watch at: https://www.youtube.com/@hippienothippiepod This special taping is Saturday 12:30PM – 1:30PM, arrive early […]
Lounge Pop up Comedy Show at Cucina (Saturday) - Surprise Guests
This tiny showcase will feature a small audience and big energy in a beautiful location. Plus incredible surprise guests. This was one of our best shows in 2022. Don’t miss it! Followed bv the show-up showcase, see working comics try out new material. Cucina at The Lodge at Vail 174 Gore Creek Dr, […]
Show-up Showcase / Comedy Open Mic at Vail Comedy Festival (Saturday)
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.
How funny can one comic be in five minutes? You’ll find out in this rapid style showcase Frost Bar at The Sebastian Vail – 16 Vail Rd #1, Vail, CO 81657
Carmen Lagala Headlines Vail Comedy Festival (Saturday)
Carmen Lagala headlines Vail Comedy Festival Saturday Night Sarah’s Lounge at The Christiania Vail – 356 Hanson Ranch Rd, Vail, CO 81657
Rob Haze Headlines The Vail Comedy Festival Late Show (Saturday) at Aviator Nation
Rob Haze headlines this show that is popping off at Aviator Nation and shutting down Saturday night of the Vail Comedy Festival. Aviator Nation 230 Bridge St, Vail, CO 81657
Family Magic Show with Travis Nye at RocketFizz stage (Sunday)
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. GET FREE TICKETS RocketFizz Stage at Sunbird Park 555 E Lionshead Cir, Vail, CO 81657
Special Comedy Event - 25 minute one man show
Joshua Snyder is an industry guest of Vail Comedy Festival and will be presenting his short heartfelt one man show “How ’bout that hospice!”: Comedian and Noted Office Assistant Joshua Snyder uses humor to survive the story of watching his mother die after a surprise cancer diagnosis last year. Note – if you, like Josh, […]
Magic Show with Travis Nye at Cucina at Lodge At Vail
Festival passes grant free entry for this magic show with Travis Nye. Individual tickets available to public. $20 GA online or at door / $50 Reserved Front Row (advance purchase online only). GET TICKETS Cucina / Lodge At Vail 174 Gore Creek Dr, Vail, CO 81657
Show-up Showcase / Comedy Open Mic at Vail Comedy Festival (Sunday)
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.
How funny can one comic be in five minutes? You’ll find out in this rapid style showcase Sarah’s Lounge at Christiania Hotel – 356 Hanson Ranch Rd, Vail, CO 81657
Leah Bonnema Headlines Vail Comedy Festival (Sunday)
Leah Bonnema headlines Vail Comedy Festival to close down the fest! Frost Bar at The Sebastian Vail – 16 Vail Rd #1, Vail, CO 81657
Press
Coverage of the 2022 Vail Comedy Festival 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 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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2023 LOCATIONS
Vail Village (some free events in Lionshead)
Vail, COAll 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. New for 2023 - Proud Source Water is a sustainability partner and all festival pass holders will receive an infinitely recyclable aluminum bottle of water at pass pick up while supplies last. VIP event locations are only shared with VIP pass holders.
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News Release
Sold-out 2023 Vail Comedy Festival Pictures
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News Release
Sold-out 2022 Vail Comedy Festival Pictures
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