Outgoing

This event is in the past.It took place on February 15, 2026 at Henry J. Kaiser Center for the Arts.

Black Comedy Competition & Festival 2026 1
Comedy Show
Black Comedy Competition & Festival 2026 2
Black Comedy Competition & Festival 2026 3

Black Comedy Competition & Festival 2026

Downtown Oakland

This is where comedy legends are born. Since 1987, this festival has launched stars like Jamie Foxx and Katt Williams, giving emerging Black comedians a shot at prize money, touring gigs, and industry recognition. Six nights of stand-up ranging from raw preliminary rounds to a polished finals showcase.

Stand-up comedy
Career-launching platform
Multi-night festival
Urban showcase

Tips

🏛️recently renovated venue with great sightlines from floor and mezzanine
🎭catch the raw prelims for discovering future stars
🏆finals night features the polished best of the competition

Henry J. Kaiser Center for the Arts

10 10th St, Oakland, CA 94607, USA

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Black Comedy Competition & Festival 2026 - Outgoing