Chicago: a city that’s birthed more comedic icons than hot dog toppings, and the 312 Comedy Festival is here to remind you why. Returning for its third year, this multi-day celebration of stand-up brings over 20 comedians (and counting) to six iconic venues across the city—from the Chicago Theatre to the legendary Zanies, where punchlines have been landing since before you were born.
The 2025 lineup includes heavy-hitters like Fortune Feimster (Nov. 8, Chicago Theatre), Pete Holmes (Nov. 6, Riviera Theatre), and a cross-section of scene-stealers like Earthquake, Dusty Slay, Jared Freid, Patrick Warburton, Marie Faustin and Joe Machi. Think that’s the full list? Cute. They’re just getting started.
Produced by Outback Presents and Jam Productions, the festival doesn’t just drop comics into Chicago—it taps into the city’s long-standing comedy culture, turning it up to eleven for one full week. Whether you’re into national headliners, emerging talent or simply want to laugh until your face hurts in a venue with actual history, this is your moment.
Tickets (while they last) at 312comedyfest.com. Go ahead, plan your November accordingly.
