The South Coast's first and only stand up comedy festival; spanning 5 nights with 9 shows and over 30 comedians.
Schedule of Events
August 28, 2024
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM: The Portuguese Kids with Zach Brazão at The Vault
The Portuguese Kids are FINALLY back in New Bedford, MA, a part of the 2nd annual Whale City Comedy Festival. Come see their brand new show, iMPROVISITAS! You help write the show as Brian & Derrick perform "Whose Line Is It, Anyway?" – style Improv comedy with their unique ethnic twist! NYC stand-up comedian Zach Brazão (Just for Laughs Comedy Festival, Don't Tell Comedy, etc) will be opening this hysterical show.
Whether you're Portuguese or not, you will have a fantastic time! Grab your amigos, familia, and loved ones for a night filled with laughter and good vibes! Like our comedy, our live show is 90% English with some Portuguese sprinkled in!
Doors open at 6 PM, and the show starts at 7 PM.
August 29, 2024
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM: Kelly MacFarland, Zach Brazão, & more at Buzzards Bay Brewing
Come see the legendary Kelly MacFarland (Comedy Central, HBO) close out a killer show at Buzzards Bay Brewing. Kelly MacFarland is a comedic legend with a career spanning over two decades. Her infectious charm has captivated audience nationwide. Full lineup includes comedians Zach Brazão, Spark Tabor, Garrett Finn, Kansei Yasuda, and Westport Native, Andy.
8:00 PM - 9:30 PM - Kelly MacFarland, Zach Brazão, & more at Buzzards Bay Brewing
Come see the hilarious Kelly MacFarland (Comedy Central, HBO) close out a killer show at Buzzards Bay Brewing. Kelly MacFarland is a comedic legend with a career spanning over two decades. Her infectious charm has captivated audience nationwide. This show also features stand up comedians Zach Brazão, Adam Nate Levine, Jack Finnegan, Heikal Mohamed and Logan O'Brien.
August 30, 2024
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM: Chris Alan, Allyson Vastano, & more at Gallery X Inc.
Chris Alan is a stand comedian and writer. Chris' conversational yet laid back style coupled with his quick wit keeps audiences on their toes. You've seen him at every major comedy club in the country, Fox, Sirius XM, and beyond. Stand up comedians Allyson Vastano, Jack Finnegan, Spark Tabor, Heikal Mohamed, Andrea Henry, and Colleen Genevieve. This is a 21+ event as all shows at Gallery X in downtown New Bedford, MA are BYOB. Please drink responsibly.
9:00 PM - 10:30 PM: Chris Alan, Allyson Vastano, & more at Gallery X Inc.
Chris Alan is a stand comedian and writer. Chris' conversational yet laid back style coupled with his quick wit keeps audiences on their toes. You've seen him at every major comedy club in the country, Fox, Sirius XM, and beyond. Full line up includes Sarah Suzuki Harvard, Adam Nate Levine, Cameron Frost, Kansei Yasuda, Janet McNamara, and Katie Arroyo. This is a 21+ event as all shows at Gallery X in downtown New Bedford, MA are BYOB. Please drink responsibly.
August 31, 2024
6:15 PM - 7:45 PM: Ray Harrington, Oscar Aydin, & more at The Battleship Cove
Ray Harrington (Conan, Hulu) is closing out the show. Ray is an infectiously charming comedian who performs across the globe with hilariously irreverent material and marvelous improvisational riffing that embraces the uncomfortable and the absurd with a smile. He's been seen on Conan, Hulu, Sirius XM, ABC, FOX, TBS, and SBS Australia. The show features NYC stand up comedian Oscar Aydin (Bravo, Amazon, BBC), Doug Key (Comedy Central, Sirius XM, MTV) and Laura Severse (Don't Tell Comedy).
9:00 PM - 10:30 PM: Ray Harrington, Oscar Aydin, & more at The Battleship Cove
Ray Harrington (Conan, Hulu) is closing out the show. Ray is an infectiously charming comedian who performs across the globe with hilariously irreverent material and marvelous improvisational riffing that embraces the uncomfortable and the absurd with a smile. He's been seen on Conan, Hulu, Sirius XM, ABC, FOX, TBS, and SBS Australia. The show features NYC stand up comedian Oscar Aydin (Bravo, Amazon, BBC), Doug Key (Comedy Central, Sirius XM, MTV) and Laura Severse (Don't Tell Comedy).
The Official After Party at Society Coffee Bar
September 1, 2024
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM: Sean Patton, Laura Severse, & more at The Vault Music Hall
Sean Patton is a comedian based in New York, by way of New Orleans. He's performed on Comedy Central, Late Night with Jimmy Fallon, Conan, and many more. Checkout his special Number One is currently streaming on Peaco*ck. Line up includes Laura Severse, Andrew Vickers, Jilberto Soto, Nick Alexander, and Alan Moreau.
9:00 PM - 10:30 PM: Sean Patton, Laura Severse, & more at The Vault Music Hall
Sean Patton is a comedian based in New York, by way of New Orleans. He's performed on Comedy Central, Late Night with Jimmy Fallon, Conan, and many more. Checkout his special Number One is currently streaming on Peaco*ck. Line up includes Laura Severse, Jilberto Soto, Tim Champa, Nick Alexander, and Zach Valencia.
Wrap Party
Official Festival Wrap Party at The New Bedford Harbor Hotel.
No ticket required.
Date: August 28-September 1, 2024
Locations:
Buzzards Bay Brewing, 98 Horseneck Road, Westport, MA 02790
Gallery X, 169 William Street, New Bedford, MA 02740
Society Coffee Bar, 891 County Street, Somerset, MA 02726
Battleship Cove, 5 Water Street, Fall River, MA 02720
New Bedford Harbor Hotel, 222 Union Street, New Bedford, MA 02740
Vault Music Hall and Pub, 791 Purchase Street, New Bedford, MA 02740
