Grindstone Comedy Festival

July 2, 2026 to July 12, 2026

Grindstone Theatre

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Organized by: Grindstone Theatre

The Grindstone Comedy Festival is an annual stand-up, improv, and sketch comedy festival rooted in Edmonton and dedicated to showcasing Canadian talent.

As part of a non-profit organization, the festival exists to support artists, create opportunities, and connect audiences with both established and emerging voices in comedy. From acclaimed Canadian comedians like Jon Dore, Robby Hoffman, Graham Clark, Chris Locke, and Bruce McCulloch, to rising local artists from Edmonton and across Alberta, the festival brings together a diverse lineup in one shared spotlight.

Built by the community, for the community, the Grindstone Comedy Festival is where you discover your new favourite comedian.

Grindstone Theatre

10019 81 Avenue NW
Edmonton, AB, T6E 1W7

More dates and times

Thursday, July 2, 2026 at 7:00pm at — Buffet Infinity Screening and Q&A at Metro Cinema
Thursday, July 2, 2026 at 7:00pm — Finals: King of the Hill Improv Competition
Thursday, July 2, 2026 at 7:00pm at — Buffet Infinity Screening and Q&A at Metro Cinema
Thursday, July 2, 2026 at 7:00pm — Finals: King of the Hill Improv Competition
Thursday, July 2, 2026 at 10:00pm — Karaoke Thursdays
Thursday, July 2, 2026 at 10:00pm — Karaoke Thursdays
Friday, July 3, 2026 at 7:00pm — Magic Showcase
Friday, July 3, 2026 at 7:00pm — Magic Showcase
Friday, July 3, 2026 at 9:00pm — Best of the Fest Stand Up Showcase
Friday, July 3, 2026 at 9:00pm — Best of the Fest Stand Up Showcase
Friday, July 3, 2026 at 11:00pm — Noah Brodeur has Friends
Friday, July 3, 2026 at 11:00pm — Noah Brodeur has Friends
Saturday, July 4, 2026 at 7:00pm — Colour Me Comedy Presents
Saturday, July 4, 2026 at 7:00pm at The Orange Hub — The 11 O'clock Number Featuring Mitch Wood
Saturday, July 4, 2026 at 7:00pm — Colour Me Comedy Presents
Saturday, July 4, 2026 at 7:00pm at The Orange Hub — The 11 O'clock Number Featuring Mitch Wood
Saturday, July 4, 2026 at 9:00pm — Weird Al Karaoke + Success 5000
Saturday, July 4, 2026 at 9:00pm — Weird Al Karaoke + Success 5000
Saturday, July 4, 2026 at 11:00pm — Director's Cut Improv
Saturday, July 4, 2026 at 11:00pm — Director's Cut Improv
Sunday, July 5, 2026 at 2:00pm at The Orange Hub — Danielle Smith's Drag Brunch
Sunday, July 5, 2026 at 2:00pm at The Orange Hub — Danielle Smith's Drag Brunch
Sunday, July 5, 2026 at 5:00pm — Mixtape Showcase
Sunday, July 5, 2026 at 5:00pm — Mixtape Showcase
Sunday, July 5, 2026 at 7:00pm — Improv Alumni Showcase
Sunday, July 5, 2026 at 7:00pm — Improv Alumni Showcase
Monday, July 6, 2026 at 7:00pm — Improv Bucket Show
Monday, July 6, 2026 at 7:00pm — Improv Bucket Show
Tuesday, July 7, 2026 at 9:00pm — Street Fest Presents Sharon Mahoney
Tuesday, July 7, 2026 at 9:00pm — Street Fest Presents Sharon Mahoney
Wednesday, July 8, 2026 at 7:00pm — Clown Showcase Hosted By Katie Yoner
Wednesday, July 8, 2026 at 7:00pm — Clown Showcase Hosted By Katie Yoner
Wednesday, July 8, 2026 at 8:00pm at 8109 101 Street NW — Maki Happy Comedy Jam
Wednesday, July 8, 2026 at 8:00pm at 8109 101 Street NW — Maki Happy Comedy Jam
Wednesday, July 8, 2026 at 9:00pm — Sketch Showcase Featuring Bullskit
Wednesday, July 8, 2026 at 9:00pm — Sketch Showcase Featuring Bullskit
Thursday, July 9, 2026 at 7:00pm — Thursday Night Improv
Thursday, July 9, 2026 at 7:00pm — Sterling Scott
Thursday, July 9, 2026 at 7:00pm — Ashwyn Singh Music and Crowd work Show
Thursday, July 9, 2026 at 7:00pm — Thursday Night Improv