49th San Francisco Comedy Competition Opening Night

Welcome to the 49th San Francisco Comedy Competition Opening Night! Get ready to laugh until your sides hurt at The Battery. Join us for a night filled with hilarious stand-up acts from talented comedians. It's the perfect way to kick off this legendary competition. Don't miss out on the funniest event of the year. You must be a member to see this show.

A full list of performers will be announced in August, 2025.

The San Francisco Comedy Competition is one of the most prestigious comedy events in North America, launching the careers of notable comedians such as Patton Oswalt, Robin Williams, and Ellen DeGeneres. It’s an outrageously funny evening, where you will see the comedy stars of tomorrow competing for their chance at fame and fortune. Hundreds of comedians audition each year to compete, but only 32 are chosen.

Week 1:

8/29 - The Battery

8/30 - The Guild Theatre Early Show

8/30 - The Guild Theatre Late Show

8/31 - Orinda Theater

9/1 - Crows Nest

Week 2:

9/5 - The Battery

9/6 - Guild Theatre Early Show

9/6 - Guild Theatre Late Show

9/7 - Folktale Winery

9/7 - Crows Nest

Semifinals:

• 9/9 - Montalvo Arts Center Night 1
• 9/10 - Montalvo Arts Center Night 2
• 9/11- Center for the Arts
• 9/12 - Bankhead Theater
• 9/13 - Luther Burbank Center

Finals:

• 9/16 - Rossmoor
• 9/17 - 4 Star Theatre
• 9/18 - California State University
• 9/19 - Clark Center
• 9/20 - Marin Center Exhibit Hall

For more information, visit: sanfranciscocomedycompetition.com.

Host or Publisher San Francisco Comedy Competition