Allentown Comedy Festival Returns for Year Two!
Last year, we set out to put Allentown on the comedy map. Now we’re doing it bigger.
The Allentown Comedy Festival returns February 19-21, 2027, for three days of stand-up, showcases, special events, and so much more throughout Allentown.
Our inaugural festival welcomed hundreds of guests, 60+ comedian submissions, and performers representing nearly 10 states. We filled rooms across the city with local favorites, regional standouts, and nationally recognized talent. Comedians came from across the East Coast, audiences discovered new talent and new spaces, and before the weekend was even over, people were already asking about next year.
Year Two starts now.
Comedian Submissions Are OPEN!
We’re looking for comedians ready to be part of the next chapter of the Allentown Comedy Festival.
Whether you’re from right here in the Lehigh Valley or traveling in from across the country, we want to hear from you. Throw your name in the mix for ACF ’27 and help us make Year Two even bigger.
EARLY BIRD SUBMISSIONS - $15
Submit by August 16, 2026 to receive the Early Bird rate. Submission fees will increase as the festival approaches, with all submissions closing January 13, 2027.
How to Submit
1. Pay the submission fee.
Early Bird submissions are $15 through August 16.
2. Complete the official ACF ’27 submission form.
Tell us about yourself, your comedy, where you’re coming from, and anything else we should know:
3. Show us what you’ve got.
The submission form will ask for a link to a recent performance clip. YouTube, Vimeo, Instagram, or another publicly accessible video link is fine. Please make sure we can view the video without requesting access.
Both payment and the completed submission form are required for your submission to be considered.
Submitting does not guarantee placement in the festival. Selected comedians will be contacted with additional details.
February 19-21, 2027
More comedians. More venues. More experiences. More opportunities to laugh, connect, and showcase the creative energy happening right here in Allentown.
We’re building on everything that made Year One special, and we’re just getting started.
Welcome back to the Allentown Comedy Festival.
Year Two is going to be bigger!