Halifax Comedy Festival

Halifax Comedy Festival is an annual comedy event held in Halifax, Nova Scotia, showcasing stand-up performances from Canadian and international comedians. Sponsored by the CBC, the week-long festival features live tapings that are broadcast as television specials, bringing the energy of the stage directly to viewers at home. The festival takes place across multiple venues, with The Schooner Showroom at Halifax Casino serving as a primary location. A highlight of the festival is the live taping of CBC Radio's popular show The Debaters, which frequently features comedians performing at the festival itself. The event has become a cornerstone of Canada's comedy calendar, offering both emerging and established performers a platform to reach national audiences through broadcast distribution.