july 23-26, 2026
The Marietta Comedy Festival is a multi-day celebration of live comedy, creativity, and community in the heart of Marietta Square.
Bringing together nationally touring comedians, rising talent, improvisers, storytellers, and comedy lovers from across the region, the festival transforms Marietta into a hub for laughter and live entertainment. Across multiple venues and stages, audiences can experience everything from stand-up comedy and improv to special events, late-night performances, and unforgettable one-of-a-kind shows.
But the Marietta Comedy Festival is more than just a weekend of comedy — it’s a collaboration between some of Marietta’s leading arts and entertainment organizations, working together to showcase the city as a vibrant cultural destination.
Festival partners include:
The Alley Stage
Earl and Rachel Smith Strand Theatre
Marietta's Theatre in the Square
Together, these partners are creating a festival experience that highlights the energy, walkability, and charm of Marietta Square while supporting artists, audiences, local businesses, and the growing arts community throughout the region.
Comedy has always brought people together — and this festival is about celebrating that connection.
Whether you’re catching a nationally touring headliner, discovering your new favorite comic, or venue-hopping with friends through the Square, the Marietta Comedy Festival is designed to feel immersive, exciting, and uniquely local.