Laughs to take over Geelong

COMEDY favourites, new up and comers and plenty of homegrown talent are locked in to appear at the third annual Geelong Comedy Festival later this year.

Across four days (October 30 to November 2), Geelong will host over 100 shows in every style imaginable – from sharp stand-up and musical comedy to improv chaos, late-night variety and family-friendly fun.

Audiences can look forward to a stacked program in spaces including The Geelong Club, Beavs Bar, The Nash, Geelong Arts Centre and Medusa.

On headlining duties are comedy favourites Tom Ballard, Dilruk Jayasinha, Dave O’Neil, Takashi Wakasugi, Donna Collins, Firdi Billamoria, Sam Hargreaves and many more.

Alongside the big names, the festival will also shine a light on Geelong’s own vibrant comedy scene, featuring local artists such as PJ White, The Laughter Party and Tyson Popplestone.

Festival co-director Blaise White said the event’s mission was simple – fill Geelong with art and laughter.

“This festival is about activating spaces across central Geelong and turning them into hubs of creativity and connection.

“For one long weekend, the whole city becomes a stage — whether it’s a historic gaol, a cosy pub, or a black box theatre, you’ll find a room full of people laughing together.”

For the full program, head to geelongcomedyfestival.com