About RCF

Y’all Ready
to Laugh?

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Nationally
Touring
Headliners

the best
up-and-coming Comedians

The best Venues
in Downtown Raleigh

20+ Shows
3 days

The Raleigh Comedy Festival is a comedy festival in the City of Oaks, making a return for its second year this March 18-20, 2027.

We've got some of the best headliners in the biz joining more than 30 up-and-coming comedians from across the country as featured performers. ~20 shows in 3 nights. Tip-to-tail bangers.

It’s all happening in downtown Raleigh.

Volunteer Opportunities
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