The 8th 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 8th annual NW Black Comedy Festival features more than 60 Black comics performing 10 showcases during one weekend.

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

The NW Black Comedy Festival is February 15-18, 2024. Choose the show you want to attend from the schedule below.

NW Black Comedy Festival Showcases

Here is a day-by-day breakdown of the festival. Ticket prices range from $20-$40 per show when you buy online in advance. If you’re looking for an cheaper option, livestream tickets range from $15-$25.

Thursday, February 15

8-9:15 p.m.

Sophistocated Ignorance

9:30-10:45 p.m.

Niles Abston Live

Friday, February 16

7-8 p.m.

Young Guns Showcase

8:15-9:30 p.m. 

A Drunken Night Out

9:45-11 p.m. 

Red Light Special

Saturday, February 17

7-8 p.m.

I Got A Story To Tell

8:15-9:30 p.m.

Black & Proud

9:45-11 p.m.

Ladies Run This Mutha!

Sunday, February 18

7-8 p.m.

The Rapture

8:15-9:30 p.m.

Dirty Angel All Stars

9:45-11 p.m.

House Of Hyjinx – 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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