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Debaters Up Close & Personal: A Special Anniversary Celebration

Join Steve Patterson and loads of your favourite Debaters cast members for an exclusive, intimate evening celebrating 20 years of The Debaters and 25 years of Winnipeg Comedy Festival. There’ll be two debates taped for CBC Radio, special guest standup performances, and a meet-and-greet reception with the cast. Don’t miss out on this once-in-a-quarter-century opportunity!

Ticket price: $75 (includes $25 tax receipt)

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Festival News

Information Radio - MB with Marcy Markusa

Steve Patterson, host of The Debaters, and Dave Hemstad, Winnipeg Comedy Festival Gas Station Arts Centre host, speak…

Mar 4, 2026

We've announced our anniversary Mega Show Hosts

JANN ARDEN, SHAUN MAJUMDER, AND MORE HEADLINE WINNIPEG COMEDY FEST'S 25TH ANNIVERSARY YEAR.
Winnipeg, Manitoba…

Feb 18, 2026

Creative Manitoba and Winnipeg Comedy Festival workshop

Thursday Jan 15, Winnipeg Comedy Festival and Creative Manitoba present another FREE online workshop for comics of all…

Jan 25, 2026

WCF Supports the Arts

The Gas Station Arts Centre (GSAC) is the proud producer of the Winnipeg Comedy Festival (WCF), bringing world-class Canadian comedy to local audiences while creating national exposure for emerging and established comedians. As a cornerstone of Winnipeg’s arts scene, GSAC champions homegrown talent, fosters artistic development, and provides a vital platform for performers. Revenue from WCF directly supports GSAC’s year-round programming and its mission to revitalize Osborne Village, ensuring a thriving hub for independent arts. Supporting WCF means supporting local artists, strengthening Winnipeg’s creative community, and investing in the city’s cultural future. Laugh local, support local, grow local.