Funny Is Female Comedy Festival

06/01/2026

Did you submit yet? Early Bird submissions for the second annual Funny Is Female Comedy Festival end tonight at midnight!! Last year’s festival featured great crowds, incredible comics from around the country, and a supportive atmosphere that performers raved about. We’ll still be accepting submissions after tonight, but the Early Bird submission fee ends at midnight.

Join us October 22–25 at Comedy Plex Comedy Club.

Apply now at www.fiffestival.com

05/28/2026

Early Bird submissions for the second annual Funny Is Female Comedy Festival close this Sunday!! Last year brought together hilarious comics from around the country, great crowds, and an incredible atmosphere all weekend long. Submissions will still be accepted after Sunday, but Early Bird pricing ends May 31.

Don’t miss your chance to be part of this year’s fest October 22–25 at Comedy Plex Comedy Club in Downtown Oak Park!!

Apply now at www.fiffestival.com

05/04/2026

The 2ND Annual Funny Is Female Comedy Festival returns October 22–25 to Comedy Plex Comedy Club in F!! Early Bird submissions are open through May 31—this is your shot. Last year’s fest had great crowds, a supportive vibe, and comics from around the country (and beyond)!!

Get in on the fun by applying now at www.comedyplex.com

04/27/2026

The Funny Is Female Comedy Festival returns October 22–25TH to Comedy Plex Comedy Club in Downtown Oak Park!!

Early Bird submissions officially open May 1st, so get ready to apply. Four days of standout comedy, connection, and big laughs!

Early Bird submissions will run through May 30 for $25.

www.fiffestival.com

04/23/2026

We officially start taking submissions May 1. But we figured we share it with you now. Feel free to share

02/26/2026

Leslie Mitchell takes over Comedy Plex Comedy Club this Saturday at 7PM!!

With Midwest roots and big-stage energy, Leslie delivers sharp storytelling and playful crowd work that keeps every show feeling personal. She’s a recent Funniest Person in Iowa winner and earned “Best of the Fest” at the first annual Funny Is Female Comedy Festival. The night also features Lou Palomino, with Evie Cato guiding the chaos as host.

See her live in Oak Park this Saturday. Tickets available now at www.comedyplex.com

10/26/2025

It’s the final day of the Funny Is Female Comedy Festival!! Tonight at 7PM we’re closing out on a high note with the Best of the Fest — featuring standout comics Avril Granato, Vee Shally, Elaine Golden, Shelly Colman, Dana Ehrmann, Cheri Hardman, Danna Kiel, Karen Haber, and Leslie Mitchell! Don’t miss the grand finale at Comedy Plex Comedy Club!

Tickets at fiffestival.com

10/26/2025

Ladies and Gentleman it is our pleasure to announce our Best of The Fest:

Avril Granato ❤️
Vee Shally❤️
Elaine Golden❤️
Shelly Colman ❤️
Dana Ehrmann❤️
Cheri Hardman❤️
Danna Kiel ❤️
Karen Haber ❤️
Leslie Mitchell ❤️

10/26/2025

You missed it! More tonight with our Best of The Fest at 7p

10/26/2025

ICYMI, Rebecca Joey Schwab, one of our social media panelists did us a solid and posted a super thorough recap of the panel. Thanks to all our amazing panelists!

Discover the best social media and branding tips from the Funny Is Female Festival panel featuring Rebecca Joey Schwab, Paige Galdieri, and Julia K. Learn how to grow your comedy audience, build your brand, post consistently, and protect your online presence with pro tips from top industry voices.