News | The 3rd Annual 26th Annual Comedy Festival Hits Chicago

June just got a little bit funnier.

In less than one week, Tracy Morgan, Sarah Silverman, Reggie Watts, Chris Gethard and more will be live in Chicago for the Third Annual 26^th Annual Comedy Festival presented by truTV, The Onion and A.V. Club.

Laughter is sure to take over Chicago next week, so here’s a guide to the hottest shows featuring the best in comedy.

The 26^th Annual Comedy Festival takes place on June 1-5 throughout the city. Venues include The Hideout, Lincoln Hall, Thalia Hall, Civic Opera House, and Virgin Hotel Chicago.

Headliners, Tracy Morgan and Sarah Silverman (and friends) have shows scheduled at the Civic Opera House, Tracy on June 1^st at 8PM and Sarah on June 5^th at 8PM . There are still available, you can purchase here.

June 2^nd sees Saturday Night Live cast member, Michael Che performing at Lincoln Hall at 8PM, while Chris Gethard presents his special  ‘Career Suicide’ at Thalia Hall at 8PM.

The Clickhole Writers Present Amazing: A Live Show At The Hideout takes over the The Hideout for a show on June 3rd at 10PM.

Saturday, June 4^th features three shows. Reggie Watts and His Band Karen hit Thalia Hall at 8PM. The Hideout will showcase 7 Minutes in Purgatory with Ian Abramson at 7PM and Jo Firestone at 10PM.

Tickets are available for all shows and can be purchased at the official festival website.

Stay tuned to Journalist Without A Beat as more shows and comedians may be added.

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