Every August—when African-American cultural pride is at its peak on the island, the annual Martha's Vineyard Comedy Fest takes center stage.

Schedule of Events

July 27-29, 2022

Join us during HBCU Legacy Week for fun and laughs with veteran comedians Mark Gregory, Rob Stapleton and Rudy Rush. Music will be provided by DJ Dolla Bill. Tickets will go fast so reserve your tickets now for one of the island's premier summer attractions.

Show times:
Wednesday, July 27th - 8:00PM
Thursday, July 28th - 7:00PM
Friday, July 29th - 7:00PM and 9:15PM

August 1-5, 2022

Join Damon Williams and his comedic friends this August at the 11th annual Martha's Vineyard Comedy Fest. Opening week will showcase Brandi Denise (50 Cent's "Power" on STARZ) and Alonzo Bodden (NBC's Last Comic Standing).

Time: Doors open at 8:30PM, Show time: 9:00PM

August 8-12, 2022

Week two will star veteran comedians Coco Brown (Tyler Perry's "For Better or Worse" on OWN), Chris Spencer (Real Husbands of Hollywood) and James "Talent" Harris (NYC Kings of Comedy).

Time: Doors open at 8:30PM, Show time: 9:00PM

August 13, 2022

8:00PM - Just added to the Martha's Vineyard Comedy Fest.... Hyatt presents Sherri Shepherd Live: A special one-night only performance from comedian, actress and talkshow host - Sherri Shepherd. Join us for one of Sherri's last stand up performances before she takes over the Wendy Williams show on FOX.

August 15-19, 2022

Closing the Fest will be B-Phlat (HBO's Def Comedy Jam), David A. Arnold (Netflix's Fat Ballerina) and JJ Williamson (HBO's Def Comedy Jam).

Time: Doors open at 8:30PM, Show time: 9:00PM

Date: July 27-August 19, 2022

Location:
Strand Theatre, 11 Oak Bluffs Avenue
Oak Bluffs, MA 02557

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