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What comedy festivals are in Melbourne?
The short answer
Two comedy festivals in Melbourne have dates ahead on the Guide. The next to open is the Melbourne International Comedy Festival, 24 March – 18 April 2027, in Melbourne, Australia. On now: the Melbourne Fringe Festival (until 18 October 2026). One puts on stand-up, and one is a fringe with comedy among the arts.
Coming up in Melbourne, soonest first
- Melbourne Fringe Festival · 29 September – 18 October 2026 · Melbourne, Australia · Fringe
- Melbourne International Comedy Festival · 24 March – 18 April 2027 · Melbourne, Australia · Stand-up
With a whole guide
Melbourne International Comedy Festival has a full guide on this site: the festival, the comedians, the city around it, the way home after a late show, where to stay and a trip budget.
Sources
- Melbourne Fringe Festival: melbournefringe.com.au ↗
- Melbourne International Comedy Festival: comedyfestival.com.au ↗
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