The 9th Annual NW Black Comedy Festival

Logo courtesy of NW Black Comedy Festival

Black comics from all over the country are coming to Portland for four days of laughter, joy and the celebration of humor.

The 9th annual NW Black Comedy Festival features more than 60 Black comics performing 10 showcases during one weekend.

This year’s festival is taking place at Curious Comedy Theater.

NW Black Comedy Festival Showcases

The NW Black Comedy Festival is February 20-23, 2025. Choose the show you want to attend from the schedule below.

Here is the day-by-day breakdown of the festival. Ticket prices range from $20-$30 per show when you buy online in advance. If you’re looking for an cheaper option, livestream tickets range from $10-$20.

2025 Schedule

Thursday, February 20

7-8:15 p.m. Young Gunz

9-10:30 p.m. Sophisticated Ignorance

Friday, February 21

7-8:30 p.m. Improving While Black

9-10:30 p.m. Black & Proud

Saturday, February 22

7-8 pm. I Got A Story To Tell

8:30-10 p.m. Ladies Run This Mutha

10:30-11:30 p.m. Dirty After Dark

Sunday, February 23

7-8:30 p.m. Dirty Angels All Stars

9-10:30 p.m. Best of The Fest

Shows are held at Curious Comedy Theater, 5225 NE MLK Blvd in Portland. For more information, visit the festival’s website.

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