Comedy in the City

Jan. 27, 2024

"You want laughs? We got laughs." That’s the promise of the Traverse City Comedy Fest, which returns for its second year Up North Jan. 31 – Feb. 3. Performances will be held across seven venues—including the City Opera House, Old Town Playhouse, and The Alluvion—with local, regional, and national talent taking the stage. Headliners include Zainab Johnson, Rory Scovel, Joe List, Norm Stulz, and Dwayne Kennedy. You’ll also be able to find various comedy showcases, open mic shows, workshops, roast battles, and even something called “Comedy Karaoke” at The Workshop Brewing Company, where festival comics will team up with a local DJ. Many events are free, while ticketed shows range from $15 to $55. See the full schedule and get tickets at tccomedyfest.com. (P.S. Each show description offers a helpful content rating of G-R!)