NY Comedy Festival Announces 2026 Headliners

The New York Comedy Festival has announced the initial lineup of headliners for its 2026 event, scheduled to run from November 6 to November 15 across all five boroughs of New York City. The festival will feature a diverse roster of comedians, with prominent names such as Marc Maron, Ilana Glazer, and Sarah Sherman slated to perform.

Additional featured comedians announced include Adam Friedland, Ms. Pat, Daniel Sloss, Ziwe, and Patti Harrison. The festival also confirmed Jordan Jensen and Jordan […] as headliners, indicating a broad spectrum of comedic talent will be showcased. The full schedule and additional performers are expected to be released closer to the event dates.

This year's festival aims to bring a significant comedic presence to various venues throughout Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, The Bronx, and Staten Island. The New York Comedy Festival has become a staple event for comedy enthusiasts, drawing both established stars and emerging talent to the city each fall. The 2026 edition continues this tradition, promising ten days of stand-up performances, sketch comedy, and other live shows.