About Just For Laughs VANCOUVER

Western Canada’s biggest comedy festival takes over Vancouver every February for 10 unforgettable days of star-studded performances and emerging talent. Just For Laughs VANCOUVER blends stand-up, podcasts, improv, and sketch shows, attracting global comedy icons while spotlighting rising stars.

 

The city transforms with performances in every corner, from packed arenas to intimate, underground venues—and the fun spills out onto the streets at our iconic Block Party. Whether you’re catching a headline show from John MulaneyBill Burr, or Trevor Noah, or discovering your new favourite comedian in a small venue (did you meet Matt Rife at the Biltmore Cabaret!?), Just For Laughs VANCOUVER is where the laughs never stop.

 

Legends like Hannah GadsbyMarc MaronWanda Sykes, and Ronny Chieng have graced our stages, alongside the US & Canada’s finest emerging talent. Join us for 10 days of comedy like no other, where the jokes are big, and the memories are even bigger!

2025. A Legendary Lineup!

For years, Just For Laughs VANCOUVER has been the go-to festival for true comedy lovers, and 2025 is no exception—we’ve got something for everyone!

From comedy legend Jerry Seinfeld to YouTube sensation The Basement Yard, stand-up and film/TV superstar Kumail Nanjiani, and comedy icons Margaret Cho and Roy Wood Jr., this lineup is stacked with talent…and there are another 70+ shows!

Whether you’re a fan of stand-up, podcasts, or live TV tapings, this festival proves why we’re the ultimate event for every kind of comedy fan.

2023. Delivering More Talent!

Bringing Vancouver the biggest and best names in comedy. This year, no masks required!

 

Office Ladies, Sarah Silverman, Jonathan Van Ness, Bad Friends, Patton Oswalt + more!

2021. Introducing Podcasts & Live Albums

 

Launched the Creator Series Podcast

 

Live TV Taping of CBC Gem’s “The New Wave of Standup Season 2”

 

Recorded “ JFL Originals: Stand-Up B.C.”

 

 

2019. Introducing Music & Live Streams

110 + Shows, 200+ Artists, 20+ Venues!

 

27 Musical Performances & 4 Live Stream Events!

 

Seth Rogen, Ken Jeong, Howie Mandel, Aziz Ansari +More!

 

2017. Delivering More Talent

75+ Shows, 125+ Artists, 15+ Venues

 

Sarah Silverman, Jim Gaffigan, Trevor Noah, Chris D’Elia, Iliza Shlesinger, Tom Segura, My Favorite Murder + More!

 

 

2024. We’re Keeping the Comedy Coming!

Year after year, we’ll keep bringing you the biggest and best names in comedy.

 

Bill Burr, Brett Goldstein, Ronny Chieng, Wanda Sykes, Ben Schwartz + so much more!

2022. Introducing Just For Laughs VANCOUVER & Arena Shows

Now bringing you the biggest names comedy has to offer!

 

Same great taste in comedy, brand new face and name. JFL Northwest returns as Just For Laughs VANCOUVER!

 

Trevor Noah, Andrew Schulz, Ronny Chieng, Jimmy O. Yang, Marc Maron +More!

2020. Introducing Live TV Tapings

125 + Shows, 200+ Artists, 20+ Venues!

 

Live TV Taping CBC Gem’s “The New Wave of Standup”, Industry Insider’s Workshops, In-Conversations & Industry Showcases!

 

Bill Burr, Hannah Gadsby, Patton Oswalt, Ronny Chieng, How Did This Get Made? +More!

2018. Introducing Film & Outdoor

Introduced the JFL NorthWest Block Party and the Vancouver Just for Laughs Film Festival!

 

100+ Shows, 180+ Artists, 20+ Venues!

 

Bill Burr, Trevor Noah, Jo Koy, Anthony Jeselnik, Mike Birbiglia, Nikki Glaser, Maria Bamford, Jay Pharoah + More!

2016. Introducing JFL NorthWest

60+ Shows, 100+ Artists, 15+ Venues

 

Bill Burr, Wanda Sykes, Trevor Noah, Lewis Black, David Cross, Jeremy Hotz, Margaret Cho, Miranda Sings + More!