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Comedy is Art 2026
Comedy · Live Performances
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Year seven has arrived! Three nights of can’t-miss comedy with over 40 comics from across Toronto and beyond. Headlined by legendary Canadian comic Debra DiGiovanni, this year’s festival features a wealth of Canada’s best artists working in stand-up, sketch, and improv. Shows include Sketchy Business, Can’t Stop Won’t Stop (Laughing), Improv (and a lil sketch) Magic, A Night with Debra DiGiovanni, and Bright Lights, a special evening to raise funds for The Theatre Centre hosted by Liza Paul and Hisham Kelati with a stellar lineup of stand-up comedians!
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Upcoming and ongoing · 6 entries
Thu, Oct 22, 2026 · 7 PM · End time not supplied
Bright Lights
Thu, Oct 22, 2026 · 8 PM–11 PM
Opening Night Bashment
Fri, Oct 23, 2026 · 7 PM · End time not supplied
Sketchy Business
Fri, Oct 23, 2026 · 9 PM · End time not supplied
Can't Stop Won't Stop (Laughing)
Sat, Oct 24, 2026 · 7 PM · End time not supplied
Improv (and a Lil Sketch) Magic
Sat, Oct 24, 2026 · 9 PM · End time not supplied
A Night with Debra DiGiovanni
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Source: City of Toronto Festivals & Events open data. Last checked Oct 18, 2026, 10:25 p.m. EDT. Source record updated Oct 14, 2026, 4:43 p.m. EDT. Listings can change between updates. Confirm details before travelling. TONearby is not affiliated with the City of Toronto.