A performer in sequined pants sings on stage under red and blue lights as the audience watches closely from the front row. — Reuben Kaye performing 'APOCALIPSTIK' at Odeon
Photographed 22 March, 2024 by Aiesha Hanson

An array of Hobart Festival of Comedy posters are pasted on a wall.

A smiling audience seated closely together, enjoying a live performance in a warmly lit venue.

A comedian in a blue shirt performs on stage with a microphone, engaging the audience under red and blue lights. — Zoë Coombs Marr performing 'Live' at Altar Bar
Photographed 8 March, 2025 by Aiesha Hanson

A packed theatre with rows of seated guests facing a brightly lit stage set up for a performance. — Danny Bhoy performing 'Dear World' at Odeon
Photographed 8 March, 2025 by Aiesha Hanson

A comedian performs energetically on stage in front of a crowd, gesturing with both hands. Behind him, a screen reads "All Bangers No Mash!" — Ivan Aristeguieta performs 'All Bangers No Mash' at Altar Bar
Photographed 8 March, 2025 by Aiesha Hanson

A lively outdoor gathering with people eating, drinking, and chatting under strings of lights in a leafy courtyard.

Hobart Comedy Festival

Nipaluna . Hobart

We're back in 2026 for another week of comedy and chaos, featuring a fresh lineup of acts from around the corner and across the globe.

The Hobart Festival of Comedy is a celebration of stand-up, sit-down shows, live gigs, DJs and late night revelry, spread across the In The Hanging Garden precinct.

From international favourites centre stage at the Odeon to raunchy cabaret at our late night lounge, we've got you covered no matter your taste.

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Hobart Festival of Comedy acknowledges and respects the Palawa people as the traditional and ongoing owners and custodians of the skies, land and water of Lutruwita. We pay our respects to their elders both past and present and acknowledge that sovereignty has never been ceded.

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