Experience comedy in its natural habitat.  The Catskills. 

Nestled between the Hudson River and The Catskill Mountains is the charming Village of Catskill. For three days in October, Catskill will transform its theaters, lounges, cafes, and bars into an all inclusive laugh-fest. Join us as we  host some of the funniest people we know for The Catskills Comedy Festival!

Join us for:

• Three days of Stand-up, Sketch, Improv, film, alt comedy, humorists, and other laugh inducing genres.

• Dozens of comedy performers hailing from all backgrounds, career levels, disciplines and not-so-disciplines.

• Free youth workshops teaching humor as a tool to diffuse conflict, build self-esteem and confuse parents.

• Comedy panels, parties, and snacks (lots of snacks).

knock knock. who’s there? the team.

the team who?

  • Robbie Chafitz

    CO-FOUNDER/ DIRECTOR OF FUNNY

    Award-Winning Writer/producer/director also known as a “Wrodector”™. His work has appeared on Disney+, Showtime, the Sundance Film Festival, Comedy Central, and PBS.

  • Stephan Bradicich

    CO-FOUNDER/ DIRECTOR OF UN-FUNNY

    Former Mayor of neighboring Athens, NY, corporate experience as an Executive in the Aerospace and Technology sectors, and a USMC officer and fighter pilot.

  • Sarah Austin Jenness

    BOARD MEMBER

    Executive producer of The Moth. Peabody Award-winning director. One of the longstanding hosts of The Moth Radio Hour, oversees The Moth podcast. Co-author of the bestselling book, How to Tell A Story: The Essential Guide to Memorable Storytelling from The Moth. Launched The Moth's Global Community Program.

  • Eddie Brill

    ADVISORY BOARD

    Writer, actor, producer, stand-up comedian. Warm-up comic/ Stand-up Comedy Coordinator for The David Letterman Show. Architect and former creative director of the Great American Comedy Festival.

  • Susie Farris

    ADVISORY BOARD

    Two time Emmy nominated casting director. Credits include: (Elf, Mr. Robot, Jury Duty, Wet Hot American Summer, Leave the World Behind, Kissing Jessica Stein, Hot Tub Time machine)

  • Idina Menzel

    ADVISORY BOARD

    Tony Award winning actress. Originated roles in Rent and Wicked. The voice of Elsa in Frozen featuring the song “Let it Go.” Co-founder of A BroaderWay, an artist-led organization guiding our future leaders through the arts.

    (image: John Russo)

  • Pat Buckles

    ADVISORY BOARD

    Talent Manager and Comedy Producer. Set-up showcases for The Late Show w/David Letterman, Saturday Night Live, The Tonight Show, Showtime, HBO, and a variety of producers, directors and casting agents.

  • The Community

    VOLUNTEERS

    Local merchants, community members, professionals, organizations, friends and neighbors - all donating their time and talents to help make the festival a success.

Join Our Team

keep the laughs coming.

Comedy is hard. Starting a comedy festival is even harder. Donating is easy!

And did we mention we are a not-for-profit? That’s right, these laughs are designed for giving.

-Giving Catskill (and the area) a yearly festival.

-Giving audiences their favorite performers and the opportunity to discover their next favorite ones.

-Giving performers an inclusive environment to hone their craft, meet new audiences and gather with fellow funny people.

-Giving back to the community through free youth events and workshops.

Your Donation Will Allow Us To Give More!