Great Outdoors Comedy Festival – Calgary (with Matt Rife & Friends)

Get ready for an unforgettable evening of comedy 🎤 as the bold and booming outdoor festival – the Great Outdoors Comedy Festival – lands in Calgary at the scenic Prince’s Island Park 🌳. On August 28 2026, the charismatic headliner Matt Rife (and his surprise friends) will take the stage under open skies for a high-energy, 18+ event you won’t want to miss.

Expect a dynamic lineup of rising and established comedic talents, guaranteed to deliver wild jokes, sharp wit and crowd-pleasing banter. The open-air setting at Prince’s Island Park adds a unique twist: bring your festival vibes, enjoy the riverside setting, mingle, laugh and soak up the atmosphere. Doors kick open at 5:30 pm (VIP & GA+), general admission begins at 6:30 pm, with the show slated for a 7:30 pm start. The curfew is around 11:00 pm.

Whether you’re planning a night out with friends, a date with a twist, or simply hunting the best live comedy experience in Calgary this summer, this is your chance. With food trucks, lively vibes and some of the funniest performers around, it’s part festival, part stand-up spectacle. Don’t miss the chance to secure your spot early and save-plus-laugh.

👏 Ideal for: comedy fans, 18+ crowds, festival goers, those seeking a unique summer evening experience in Calgary. Bring your good humour and get ready to laugh your way through the night.