Comedy Ninja Film Festival

The Comedy Ninja Film Festival drops the opulence and pretense of traditional fests for lots and lots of laughs (and tickets you can actually afford). You'll find stand-up sets preceding world premiere comedic features and and shorts programs, as well a riotous opening night party and a closing night awards ceremony (hosted by Dwayne Perkins in honor of Lin Shaye, who's graced the screen in everything from There's Something About Mary to the Insidious series). If you're looking to save a few pennies, check out the SAG-AFTRA and Laugh Factory-hosted industry panels—check the website for the full schedule.