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Comedy Festival





Thur, Aug. 7          Fri, Aug. 8         Sat, Aug. 9          Sun, Aug. 10         

An Evening with Jon Stewart

Longtime host and executive producer of The Daily Show, Jon Stewart redefined political satire and has become a trusted voice for a generation. Recently, he has returned to stand-up comedy, bringing his unfiltered perspective and razor-sharp observations back to the stage. His rare live appearances have been met with sold-out crowds and critical acclaim. This is a show you won't want to miss!
 

 Click here to view venue map

SATURDAY AUGUST 9, 2025 @ 7:00PM
NORTHWEST ARENA


Prices range from $87.50 to $177.50
SOLD OUT

Stand-Up Showcase Featuring Music By Bill Murray & His Blood Brothers

Our ever-popular Stand-Up Showcase will be followed by a Rock ‘n’ Blues concert featuring Bill Murray and His Blood Brothers for an evening of live comedy and music. A blues and classic rock performance along with stand-up by some of today’s top talent from around the country will make this a must-see event!

Click here to view venue map

SUNDAY AUGUST 10, 2025 @ 5:00PM
NORTHWEST ARENA


Prices range from $37.50 to $123.50
PURCHASE TICKETS

Streeter Seidell & Mikey Day: Inside Saturday Night Live

As Saturday Night Live celebrates its 50th anniversary, we welcome cast member and writer Mikey Day and head writer Streeter Seidell for an on-stage conversation offering an inside look at the iconic sketch comedy institution. Day and Seidell have shaped many of the show’s most memorable moments over the past decade.

Purchase includes one free admission to the National Comedy Center (including a new SNL exhibit) valid for 90 days.

SUNDAY AUGUST 10, 2025 @ 2:00PM
REG LENNA CENTER FOR THE ARTS 

PRICE: $37.50 including museum admission. Members free
Purchase Tickets

Thursday, August 7, 2025

National Comedy Center Admission

Visit the award-winning National Comedy Center where exclusive collections, world-class exhibits, and cutting-edge technology are featured throughout the 37,000-square-foot attraction. Visitors are educated, inspired, and entertained by more than 50 immersive experiences as they take an interactive journey through comedy history.


THURSDAY AUGUST 7, 2025 @ 10:00AM - 7:00PM
NATIONAL COMEDY CENTER


Prices range from $20.50 to $33.50
Purchase Tickets

Lucy Desi Museum Admission

This tribute to the "First Couple of Comedy" explores the life stories of both Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz and features original costumes, gowns, props, exact re-creations of the I Love Lucy television studio sets, and more!

THURSDAY AUGUST 7, 2025 @ 10:00AM - 7:00PM
LUCY DESI MUSEUM


Prices range from $16.00 to $21.00
Purchase Tickets

Kids Comedy Workshop

Have fun and learn more about how you can make comedy! Explore the museum through discussions and activities led by a museum educator, then try your hand at improv, stand-up, and internet humor. Ideal for children aged 6 to 12 and their families, though all ages (and audience members) are welcome!


THURSDAY AUGUST 7, 2025 @ 12:00PM - 1:00PM
NATIONAL COMEDY CENTER

FREE WITH MUSEUM ADMISSION
PURCHASE MUSEUM ADMISSION

Yes, And: The History of Improv

Saying yes, being in the moment, listening to others — not just what a therapist might tell you to do, but also an improv coach! Learn more about the history and cultural impact of improvisational theater, and how it has infiltrated and improved every other comedic format.


THURSDAY AUGUST 7, 2025 @ 1:30PM- 2:00PM
COMEDY KARAOKE LOUNGE @ NATIONAL COMEDY CENTER

FREE WITH MUSEUM ADMISSION
PURCHASE MUSEUM ADMISSION

Archives Encounter: Pat Paulsen for President

Explore selections from the archive of legendary comedian Pat Paulsen, including his hand-written notes and working documents. Archivists will be stationed periodically near the Page to Stage exhibit area.


THURSDAY AUGUST 7, 2025 POP UP THROUGHOUT THE DAY
NATIONAL COMEDY CENTER

FREE WITH MUSEUM ADMISSION
Purchase Museum Admission

100 Years of Lenny Bruce

Celebrate the centennial birthday of one of the most important stand-ups of all time: Lenny Bruce! Join a museum educator in discussing and analyzing the life and works of this incredible comedian, and how he changed American comedy as we know it.


THURSDAY AUGUST 7, 2025 @ 2:30PM- 3:00PM
COMEDY KARAOKE LOUNGE @ NATIONAL COMEDY CENTER

FREE WITH MUSEUM ADMISSION
PURCHASE MUSEUM ADMISSION

Live From New York: It’s A Talk!

Get an inside scoop on what it’s like within the hallowed halls of 30 Rock at Saturday Night Live. Learn more about the rigorous weekly schedule, taking a sketch from paper to production, and how the show has changed over its nearly 50 year run.

THURSDAY AUGUST 7, 2025 @ 3:30PM - 4:00PM
COMEDY KARAOKE LOUNGE @ NATIONAL COMEDY CENTER

FREE WITH MUSEUM ADMISSION
PURCHASE MUSEUM ADMISSION

Tropicana Dinner: And the Winner Is…Desilu Studios

Enjoy dinner in the famous Tropicana Club as we relive the moments when Desilu Studios took home the entertainment industry’s biggest prizes!  A buffet dinner will be served while the Tropicana stage re-creation will be open for photos with Lucille Ball's Emmy Award!

THURSDAY AUGUST 7, 2025 @ 5:00PM
TROPICANA CLUB


Price: $37.50
Purchase Tickets

Desilu's 75th Anniversary Ball

Spend the evening with us in your favorite Hollywood-style attire for a fun-filled event as we celebrate Desilu's 75th anniversary, including hors d'oeuvres, music, a costume contest, and more! Prizes will be awarded to the top contest winners.

THURSDAY AUGUST 7, 2025 @ 7:00PM
DOUBLETREE 


Price: $47.50
Purchase Tickets

Comedy Late Night

Comics from around the nation who have appeared on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon, The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, Conan, Late Night with Seth Meyers, Last Comic Standing, and more will be performing their newest, and sometimes blue-est material. This event takes place in "Ricky Ricardo's" famous night club.

Beer and wine served at additional cost.

Featuring: Mia Jackson, Jay Jurdan, Eagle Witt, and more!

Please Note: Show contains adult content.

THURSDAY AUGUST 7, 2025 @ 8:00PM & 10:00PM
TROPICANA CLUB


Price: $37.50
Purchase Tickets

Friday, August 8, 2025

National Comedy Center Admission

Visit the award-winning National Comedy Center where exclusive collections, world-class exhibits, and cutting-edge technology are featured throughout the 37,000-square-foot attraction. Visitors are educated, inspired, and entertained by more than 50 immersive experiences as they take an interactive journey through comedy history.


FRIDAY AUGUST 8, 2025 @ 10:00AM - 7:00PM
NATIONAL COMEDY CENTER


Prices range from $20.50 to $33.50
Purchase Tickets

Lucy Desi Museum Admission

This tribute to the "First Couple of Comedy" explores the life stories of both Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz and features original costumes, gowns, props, exact re-creations of the I Love Lucy television studio sets, and more!

FRIDAY AUGUST 8, 2025 @ 10:00AM - 7:00PM
LUCY DESI MUSEUM


Prices range from $16.00 to $21.00
Purchase Tickets

Archives Encounter: Madelyn Pugh, “Girl Writer”

Learn the story of legendary comedy writer Madelyn Pugh as you explore scripts and working documents chronicling her role in the creation of I Love Lucy and other television classics. Archivists will be stationed periodically near the Page to Stage exhibit area.

FRIDAY AUGUST 8, 2025 POP UP THROUGHOUT THE DAY
NATIONAL COMEDY CENTER

FREE WITH MUSEUM ADMISSION
Purchase Museum Admission

Lucille Ball's Hometown Tour

An ever-popular guided bus tour of Lucy’s hometown, our “Lucy Town Tours”, with a friendly and knowledgeable step-on guide, will take you to places of significance to Lucille Ball in Jamestown, NY and nearby Celoron. You will see the house that she was born in, the house where she grew up, and much more.

Approx. Duration 1hr 45min

FRIDAY, AUGUST 8, 2025 @ 10:30AM, 1:00PM & 3:30PM

LUCY DESI MUSEUM


Price: $27.50
Purchase Tickets

Kids Comedy Workshop

Have fun and learn more about how you can make comedy! Explore the museum through discussions and activities led by a museum educator, then try your hand at improv, stand-up, and internet humor. Ideal for children aged 6 to 12 and their families, though all ages (and audience members) are welcome!


FRIDAY AUGUST 8, 2025 @ 11:00AM - 12:00PM
NATIONAL COMEDY CENTER

FREE WITH MUSEUM ADMISSION
PURCHASE MUSEUM ADMISSION

Live From New York: It’s A Talk!

Get an inside scoop on what it’s like within the hallowed halls of 30 Rock at Saturday Night Live. Learn more about the rigorous weekly schedule, taking a sketch from paper to production, and how the show has changed over its nearly 50 year run.

FRIDAY AUGUST 8, 2025 @ 12:30PM - 1:00PM
COMEDY KARAOKE LOUNGE @ NATIONAL COMEDY CENTER

FREE WITH MUSEUM ADMISSION
PURCHASE MUSEUM ADMISSION

Tropicana Lunch: Babalu Music

Enjoy lunch in the famous Tropicana Club as "Ricky Ricardo" entertains with fan-favorite video performances on the big screen!  A buffet lunch will be served while the Tropicana stage re-creation will be open for photos!  All attendees also receive a one-of-a-kind Babalu keepsake. 

FRIDAY AUGUST 8, 2025 @ 12:30PM
TROPICANA CLUB


Price: $37.50
Purchase Tickets

Lucy-Desi Super-Fan Trivia

Who will be crowned 2025’s Lucy Desi super-fan trivia winner? This trivia contest covers the incredible lives and careers of Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz—starting with easier questions and amping up in difficulty as you compete with your peers to win a grand prize.

Sign up today to play!

FRIDAY AUGUST 8, 2025 @ 2:00PM
DOUBLETREE 


Price: $25.00
Purchase Tickets

A Scatological Movement Through Comedy

Let's face it - everybody farts, poops, and pees. And just about everybody finds these acts funny (at least to some degree). Join a museum educator and engage with all things scatological humor by discussing the history, creation, and reception of some of the most well-known scatological jokes.

FRIDAY AUGUST 8, 2025 @ 3:00PM - 3:30PM
COMEDY KARAOKE LOUNGE @ NATIONAL COMEDY CENTER

FREE WITH MUSEUM ADMISSION
PURCHASE MUSEUM ADMISSION

Tropicana Dinner: On the Lot at Desilu

Enjoy dinner in the famous Tropicana Club as Lucy and Desi give you a behind-the-scenes tour of Desilu Studios!  A buffet dinner will be served while the Tropicana stage re-creation will be open for photos and attendees receive a one-of-a-kind Desilu souvenir!

FRIDAY AUGUST 8, 2025 @ 5:00PM
TROPICANA CLUB


Price: $37.50
Purchase Tickets

100 Years of Lenny Bruce

Celebrate the centennial birthday of one of the most important stand-ups of all time: Lenny Bruce! Join a museum educator in discussing and analyzing the life and works of this incredible comedian, and how he changed American comedy as we know it.


FRIDAY AUGUST 8, 2025 @ 6:30PM- 7:00PM
COMEDY KARAOKE LOUNGE @ NATIONAL COMEDY CENTER

FREE WITH MUSEUM ADMISSION
PURCHASE MUSEUM ADMISSION

Comedy Late Night

Comics from around the nation who have appeared on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon, The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, Conan, Late Night with Seth Meyers, Last Comic Standing, and more will be performing their newest, and sometimes blue-est material. This event takes place in "Ricky Ricardo's" famous night club.

Beer and wine served at additional cost.

Featuring: Caitlin Gill, Nathan Macintosh, and more!

Please Note: Show contains adult content.

FRIDAY AUGUST 8, 2025 @ 8:00PM & 10:00PM
TROPICANA CLUB


Price: $37.50
Purchase Tickets

Saturday, August 9, 2025

National Comedy Center Admission

Visit the award-winning National Comedy Center where exclusive collections, world-class exhibits, and cutting-edge technology are featured throughout the 37,000-square-foot attraction. Visitors are educated, inspired, and entertained by more than 50 immersive experiences as they take an interactive journey through comedy history.


SATURDAY AUGUST 9, 2025 @ 10:00AM - 7:00PM
NATIONAL COMEDY CENTER


Prices range from $20.50 to $33.50
Purchase Tickets

Lucy Desi Museum Admission

This tribute to the "First Couple of Comedy" explores the life stories of both Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz and features original costumes, gowns, props, exact re-creations of the I Love Lucy television studio sets, and more!

SATURDAY AUGUST 9, 2025 @ 10:00AM - 7:00PM
LUCY DESI MUSEUM


Prices range from $16.00 to $21.00
Purchase Tickets

Archives Encounter: Dick Van Dyke’s Centennial Year

Get up close to memorabilia and production archives from the classic sitcom The Dick Van Dyke Show. Archivists will be stationed periodically near the TV Room exhibit.

SATURDAY AUGUST 9, 2025 POP UP THROUGHOUT THE DAY
NATIONAL COMEDY CENTER

FREE WITH MUSEUM ADMISSION
Purchase Museum Admission

Lucille Ball's Hometown Tour

An ever-popular guided bus tour of Lucy’s hometown, our “Lucy Town Tours”, with a friendly and knowledgeable step-on guide, will take you to places of significance to Lucille Ball in Jamestown, NY and nearby Celoron. You will see the house that she was born in, the house where she grew up, and much more.

Approx. Duration 1hr 45min

SATURDAY, AUGUST 9, 2025 @ 10:00AM, 12:30PM & 3:00PM

LUCY DESI MUSEUM


Price: $27.50
Purchase Tickets

Kids Comedy Workshop

Have fun and learn more about how you can make comedy! Explore the museum through discussions and activities led by a museum educator, then try your hand at improv, stand-up, and internet humor. Ideal for children aged 6 to 12 and their families, though all ages (and audience members) are welcome!


SATURDAY AUGUST 9, 2025 @ 10:30AM - 11:30AM
NATIONAL COMEDY CENTER

FREE WITH MUSEUM ADMISSION
PURCHASE MUSEUM ADMISSION

I Love Lucy Trivia: 101

Show off your knowledge of all things I Love Lucy in our annual fan trivia contest! I Love Lucy Trivia: 101 is a family-friendly contest designed with lots of laughs for casual and long-time fans alike! Fun prizes will be awarded throughout the contest.

Sign up today to play!

SATURDAY AUGUST 9, 2025 @ 11:00AM
DOUBLETREE  


Price: $25.00
Purchase Tickets

Yes, And: The History of Improv

Saying yes, being in the moment, listening to others — not just what a therapist might tell you to do, but also an improv coach! Learn more about the history and cultural impact of improvisational theater, and how it has infiltrated and improved every other comedic format.


SATURDAY AUGUST 9, 2025 @ 12:30PM- 1:00PM
COMEDY KARAOKE LOUNGE @ NATIONAL COMEDY CENTER

FREE WITH MUSEUM ADMISSION
PURCHASE MUSEUM ADMISSION

Tropicana Lunch: On the Lot at Desilu

Enjoy lunch in the famous Tropicana Club as Lucy and Desi give you a behind-the-scenes tour of Desilu Studios!  A buffet lunch will be served while the Tropicana stage re-creation will be open for photos and attendees receive a one-of-a-kind Desilu souvenir!

SATURDAY AUGUST 9, 2025 @ 12:00PM
TROPICANA CLUB


Price: $37.50
Purchase Tickets

Behind the Laughter: Remembering Bob Carroll Jr.

Step into the writers' room of I Love Lucy for a rare glimpse behind-the-scenes into the creative work and legacy of the comedy-writing duo of Bob Carroll Jr. and Madelyn Pugh. Join us for a special event featuring Christina Carroll, daughter of Bob Carroll Jr., as she shares personal stories and reflections on her father’s creative genius and the legacy he helped to build alongside Lucille Ball and the I Love Lucy team. An opportunity for Q&A will be available.

SATURDAY AUGUST 9, 2025 @ 2:00PM
DOUBLETREE  


Price: $37.50
Purchase Tickets

Live From New York: It’s A Talk!

Get an inside scoop on what it’s like within the hallowed halls of 30 Rock at Saturday Night Live. Learn more about the rigorous weekly schedule, taking a sketch from paper to production, and how the show has changed over its nearly 50 year run.

SATURDAY AUGUST 9, 2025 @ 2:30PM - 3:00PM
COMEDY KARAOKE LOUNGE @ NATIONAL COMEDY CENTER

FREE WITH MUSEUM ADMISSION
PURCHASE MUSEUM ADMISSION

A Scatological Movement Through Comedy

Let's face it - everybody farts, poops, and pees. And just about everybody finds these acts funny (at least to some degree). Join a museum educator and engage with all things scatological humor by discussing the history, creation, and reception of some of the most well-known scatological jokes.


SATURDAY AUGUST 9, 2025 @ 4:00PM - 4:30PM
COMEDY KARAOKE LOUNGE @ NATIONAL COMEDY CENTER

FREE WITH MUSEUM ADMISSION
PURCHASE MUSEUM ADMISSION

Tropicana Dinner: And the Winner Is…Desilu Studios

Enjoy dinner in the famous Tropicana Club as we relive the moments when Desilu Studios took home the entertainment industry’s biggest prizes!  A buffet dinner will be served while the Tropicana stage re-creation will be open for photos with Lucille Ball's Emmy Award!

SATURDAY AUGUST 9, 2025 @ 4:00PM & 5:30PM
TROPICANA CLUB


Price: $37.50
Purchase Tickets

Block Party at the National Comedy Center

Join us outside of the National Comedy Center before and after the Jon Stewart show for a party like no other! Enjoy live music, beer, wine, food trucks and more!

SATURDAY AUGUST 9, 2025 @ 5:30PM
NATIONAL COMEDY CENTER

PRICE: FREE
Free

An Evening with Jon Stewart

Longtime host and executive producer of The Daily Show, Jon Stewart redefined political satire and has become a trusted voice for a generation. Recently, he has returned to stand-up comedy, bringing his unfiltered perspective and razor-sharp observations back to the stage. His rare live appearances have been met with sold-out crowds and critical acclaim. This is a show you won't want to miss!
 

 Click here to view venue map

SATURDAY AUGUST 9, 2025 @ 7:00PM
NORTHWEST ARENA


Prices range from $67.50 to $177.50
Sold Out

Comedy Late Night

Comics from around the nation who have appeared on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon, The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, Conan, Late Night with Seth Meyers, Last Comic Standing, and more will be performing their newest, and sometimes blue-est material. This event takes place in "Ricky Ricardo's" famous night club.

Beer and wine served at additional cost.

Featuring: Brittany Brave, Monroe Martin, and more!

Please Note: Show contains adult content.

SATURDAY AUGUST 9, 2025 @ 8:00PM & 10:00PM
TROPICANA CLUB


Price: $37.50
Purchase Tickets

Sunday, August 10, 2025

National Comedy Center Admission

Visit the award-winning National Comedy Center where exclusive collections, world-class exhibits, and cutting-edge technology are featured throughout the 37,000-square-foot attraction. Visitors are educated, inspired, and entertained by more than 50 immersive experiences as they take an interactive journey through comedy history.


SUNDAY AUGUST 10, 2025 @ 10:00AM - 7:00PM
NATIONAL COMEDY CENTER


Prices range from $20.50 to $33.50
Purchase Tickets

Lucy Desi Museum Admission

This tribute to the "First Couple of Comedy" explores the life stories of both Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz and features original costumes, gowns, props, exact re-creations of the I Love Lucy television studio sets, and more!

SUNDAY AUGUST 10, 2025 @ 10:00AM - 7:00PM
LUCY DESI MUSEUM


Prices range from $16.00 to $21.00
Purchase Tickets

Lucille Ball's Hometown Tour

An ever-popular guided bus tour of Lucy’s hometown, our “Lucy Town Tours”, with a friendly and knowledgeable step-on guide, will take you to places of significance to Lucille Ball in Jamestown, NY and nearby Celoron. You will see the house that she was born in, the house where she grew up, and much more.

Approx. Duration 1hr 45min

SUNDAY, AUGUST 10, 2025 @ 9:00AM, 11:30AM & 2:00PM

LUCY DESI MUSEUM


Price: $27.50
Purchase Tickets

Tropicana Tea and Brunch

Enjoy brunch and a sampling of teas in the famous Tropicana Club just as "Lucy & Ethel" would have with the Women's Club!  A buffet brunch will be served while the Tropicana stage re-creation will be open for selfies!  All attendees also receive a one-of-a-kind afternoon tea keepsake. 

SUNDAY AUGUST 10, 2025 @ 11:00AM
TROPICANA CLUB


Price: $37.50
Purchase Tickets

Streeter Seidell & Mikey Day: Inside Saturday Night Live

As Saturday Night Live celebrates its 50th anniversary, we welcome cast member and writer Mikey Day and head writer Streeter Seidell for an on-stage conversation offering an inside look at the iconic sketch comedy institution. Day and Seidell have shaped many of the show’s most memorable moments over the past decade.

Purchase includes one free admission to the National Comedy Center (including a new SNL exhibit) valid for 90 days.

SUNDAY AUGUST 10, 2025 @ 2:00PM
REG LENNA CENTER FOR THE ARTS 

PRICE: $37.50 including museum admission. Members free
Purchase Tickets

Block Party at the National Comedy Center

Join us outside of the National Comedy Center before and after the The Stand-Up Showcase Featuring Bill Murray and His Blood Brothers for a party like no other! Enjoy live music, beer, wine, food trucks and more!

SUNDAY AUGUST 10, 2025 @ 3:00PM
NATIONAL COMEDY CENTER

PRICE: FREE
Free

Stand-Up Showcase Featuring Music By Bill Murray & His Blood Brothers

Our ever-popular Stand-Up Showcase will be followed by a Rock ‘n’ Blues concert featuring Bill Murray and His Blood Brothers for an evening of live comedy and music. A blues and classic rock performance along with stand-up by some of today’s top talent from around the country will make this a must-see event!

Click here to view venue map

SUNDAY AUGUST 10, 2025 @ 5:00PM
NORTHWEST ARENA


Prices range from $37.50 to $143.50
PURCHASE TICKETS

Thank You To Our Sponsors





Become a Sponsor

Since opening in 2018, the National Comedy Center has attracted visitors from all 50 states and around the world who have come to Jamestown, NY to experience our museum dedicated to telling the story of comedy. Along with rave reviews from our guests, we’ve been named the “Best New Museum” in the country by USA Today, one of the “World’s Greatest Places” by TIME magazine and one of the “25 Top Family Weekend Getaways in the U.S.” by U.S. News & World Report, as well as rated a rare 5/5 on TripAdvisor.

The National Comedy Center has been featured on NBC’s TODAY Show, CBS Sunday Morning and in The New York Times, and has been chosen to be the permanent home for archival collections from artists like Johnny Carson, Carl Reiner, Lucille Ball, George Carlin, Betty White and many more — all of whom now have their work and legacies preserved within the nation’s official cultural institution dedicated to the art form of comedy.

So where do we go from here? Onward and upward! We are poised for even greater success in the years ahead, and look to friends like you to join our mission by becoming a National Comedy Center partner. Not only will you be aligning yourself with our brand, but you’ll also become part of a community of people who are working to deliver significant economic impact for our region.

Learn More About Sponsorship

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