The Bendigo Comedy Festival is back in 2026 and we’re so excited to support it alongside the Ulumbarra Foundation, Emporium Creative Hub, Agnico Eagle and Bart ‘n’ Print.

This year the festival will include improv, circus, ventriloquism, musical acts, family shows, variety nights… plus stand-up.

There’s two weeks of comedy, running from 7 – 17 October, at some great new venues around Bendigo to explore, including the Black Swan Hotel, Cambrian Hotel, The Sporting Globe, Bendigo Brewing, the Queens Arms, Bendigo Cinemas, Props Theatre, and the Engine Room Theatre.

Here’s a snapshot of who’s on board, with more to come; Anisa Nandaula (Talkin’ ‘Bout Your Gen), Dave O’Neil (Specks & Specks), Simon Taylor (Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon), Danielle Walker (Taskmaster), Ray O’Leary (Have You Been Paying Attention), Amy Ruffle (Thank God You’re Here), Urvi Majumdar (Urvi Went to an All Girls School), Ting Lim (Fisk), and a special performance from Dame Granny Smith.

Check out the BCF 2026 Program to book your tickets!

We didn’t hesitate to sponsor the festival because we know laughter is definitely the best medicine! It provides an immediate mental reset by lowering stress hormones and releases endorphins to boost your mood. Physically, a hearty laugh is like a gentle internal jog – stimulating blood circulation and relaxing muscles!