Be part of history as we launch the first-ever Bangor Comedy Festival, a weekend dedicated to stand-up comedy, comedy education, and unforgettable live entertainment. Featuring nationally touring comedians, local talent, comedy workshops, and late-night events, this inaugural festival brings two full days of laughs to the Queen City. FRIDAY, OCTOBER 23 🎤 6:00PM Comedy Class Graduation Showcase Kick off the festival by supporting the next generation of comedians as local students take the stage for their graduation performance and official comedy debut. 🤣 8:00PM Stand-Up Comedy Showcase Featuring Ray Harrington One of New England's most respected and accomplished comedians headlines Friday night with his signature blend of storytelling, sharp observations, and laugh-out-loud humor. 🔞 11:00PM Late Night R-Rated Comedy Show When the lights go down, the comedy gets a little edgier. This adults-only late-night showcase features uncensored comedy from some of the festival's funniest performers. SATURDAY, OCTOBER 24 ✍️ 3:00PM Afternoon Joke Writing Workshop Ever wanted to write comedy? Learn the fundamentals of crafting jokes, finding humor in everyday life, and developing your own comedic voice in this interactive afternoon session. 🎤 8:00 PM Stand-Up Comedy Showcase Featuring Jimmy Cash Saturday night's featured performance brings one of the region's funniest comedians to the Bangor Comedy Festival stage for a night of big laughs and memorable moments. 🔥 11:00PM Late Night Roast Battle The inaugural festival closes with its most unpredictable event. Comedians face off in a battle of insults, wit, and crowd-pleasing burns where nobody is safe and everyone laughs. Join Comedy History in Bangor. The First Bangor Comedy Festival isn't just another weekend of entertainment. It's the beginning of wha...