Comedy For Cancer 2026

Schedule

Thu, 26 Feb, 2026 at 06:00 pm

UTC-06:00

Location

Tivoli Theater | Downers Grove, IL

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EXPERIENCE THE POWER OF LAUGHTER IN THE FIGHT AGAINST CANCER

One Night Only: A One-of-a-Kind Event Starring Martin Short
📍 Classic Cinemas Tivoli Theatre, Downers Grove
🕕 Doors Open: 6:00 PM | 🎤 Showtime: 7:30 PM

BIG LAUGHS. BIG IMPACT. ONE UNFORGETTABLE NIGHT.

On Thursday, February 26, 2026, The H Foundation is thrilled to welcome beloved actor and comedy icon MARTIN SHORT for an exclusive evening at Comedy for Cancer.

Grab your friends and join us for a feel-good night out filled with laughter and purpose.
See Martin Short live in conversation as he shares stories from his legendary career, personal reflections, and favorite Chicago memories, all in a one-night-only, intimate theatre setting.

The evening will be hosted by ABC7 Chicago’s Cheryl Scott, guiding a warm, funny and personal conversation with one of comedy’s most iconic voices. ABC7 will also be recognized as the official media partner of Comedy for Cancer.
Each ticket includes access to our Food Tent with curated bites from local restaurants.
100% proceeds go towards Basic Cancer Research.
This event will SELL OUT! Don't miss out - purchase your tickets today!

🎟️ Purchase tickets and learn more at:
https://bit.ly/4bkuIzc

COMEDY FOR CANCER 2026 FULL LINEUP!

STARRING:
· Martin Short, The Comedy Legend LIVE in Conversation

CO-HOSTS:
· Cheryl Scott, ABC7 Chicago Meteorologist
· Andrea Darlas, Sr. Director of Constituent Engagement at University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign

STAND-UP COMEDIANS
· Jim Flannigan, Nationally Touring Stand-up Comedian from Chicago
· Bridget McGuire, Chicago Native Stand-up Comedian and Storyteller
👉 Read full bios & event details at:
https://bit.ly/4bkuIzc

ROBERT H. LURIE COMPREHENSIVE CANCER CENTER OF NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY & THE H FOUNDATION:

🎗️ All proceeds benefit basic science cancer research at the Robert H. Lurie Comprehensive Cancer Center of Northwestern University, helping fund the discoveries that lead to better treatments and cures.
The H Foundation is in their third decade hosting dynamic cancer fundraising events across the Chicagoland area. Their donations have been leveraged into over $300 million of seed money towards the Robert H. Lurie Comprehensive Cancer Center of Northwestern University’s work to find a cure. 👉 Visit https://bit.ly/4jZPhDa

FOOD, DRINKS & COMMUNITY:
🍽️ Your ticket includes access to our Food Tent with curated bites from local restaurants
🍸 Cash bar and concessions will be available for purchase

SPONSORSHIPS: Get Involved and Support the Cause!
This event would not be possible without the generosity of our sponsors, who help turn laughter into life-saving research. Sponsorship opportunities are available for individuals and businesses looking to make a meaningful impact.
Learn about all of our sponsorship levels, beginning at $500!
https://bit.ly/3YVJ6Xk

🌐 EVENT DETAILS:
https://bit.ly/4bkuIzc

📍 LOCATION:
Classic Cinemas Tivoli Theatre
5021 Highland Avenue
Downers Grove, IL 60515

The H Foundation is a registered 501(c)3 non-profit organization with identification number 36-4461974.
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Tivoli Theater, 936 Warren Ave, Downers Grove, IL 60515-3631, United States

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