Montclair Comedy Festival

FieldDetails
DatesApril 25, 2026 (Spring Fling)
LocationMontclair, NJ, USA
LanguageEnglish
OrganizerSweet & Sour Comedy (Suzanne Stein & Natty Bumpercar)
Websitemontclaircomedyfestival.com
Instagram@montclaircomedyfestival
Facebookmontclaircomedyfestival

Overview

The Montclair Comedy Festival is produced by Sweet & Sour Comedy, a New Jersey production company founded by comedians Suzanne Stein and Natty Bumpercar. The inaugural three-day festival ran November 13-15, 2025 across multiple downtown Montclair venues, featuring over 100 comics in more than 10 shows spanning stand-up, improv, sketch, storytelling, and variety formats. The festival emphasizes clean, inclusive comedy in a welcoming environment.

The April 2026 Spring Fling is a one-day edition at DiRasa House of Diversified Arts, with five shows running from a family-friendly morning performance through evening stand-up showcases, including a competition with cash prizes. The festival highlights Montclair's proximity to New York City and aims to bring diverse comedic talent to the area.

Submissions

Submissions opened March 11, 2026. Performers must be 18+ and provide a video clip and bio. Fees are $25 for individuals and $45 for groups (sketch/improv).

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