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Sketchfest is San Francisco’s flagship celebration of sketch comedy, improv, stand-up, and cult TV/film tributes. Founded in 2001 by David Owen, Cole Stratton, and Janet Varney, the festival launched the following year and has since become a cornerstone of the Bay Area’s performing arts scene. Each year, Sketchfest brings together hundreds of performers across multiple venues to deliver a diverse slate of live shows, podcasts, and musical performances.

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Whether you’re into razor-sharp improv, classic film tributes, or fresh stand-up, Sketchfest offers something for every comedy fan. We’ve got you covered for securing seats to shows that fit your schedule and budget, with easy, no-fuss ticket buying.

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From its January–February run across 12 venues in 2025 (including Cobb’s, Great American Music Hall, and Punch Line), Sketchfest showcased over 180 performances with headliners like Tim Curry, Bill Murray, Kathryn Hahn, JB Smoove, and Richard Kind. The 2026 edition expanded to 200+ shows with hundreds of performers, continuing to highlight tributes and guest appearances that local media enthusiastically cover. Follow the festival on social for the latest announcements and tour details: Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, and X. For up-to-date information on venues and events, we’ll help you secure your seats for the next unforgettable SF Sketchfest experience.

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Quick Facts About Sketchfest

  • Founded in 2001 by David Owen, Cole Stratton, and Janet Varney; first festival staged in 2002.
  • Genre: sketch comedy, improv, stand-up, film/TV tributes, live music and podcasts.
  • Typically runs mid‑January to early February across multiple San Francisco venues (e.g., Cobb’s, Great American Music Hall, Punch Line, etc.).
  • 2025 edition ran January 16–February 2, 2025 across 12 venues with 180+ shows; headliners included Tim Curry, Bill Murray, Kathryn Hahn, JB Smoove and Richard Kind.
  • 2026 edition ran January 15–February 1, 2026 with 200+ shows and 500 performers; notable tributes and guests highlighted by local media.
  • Social media: Instagram @sf_sketchfest; Facebook @SFSketchfest; TikTok @sfsketchfest; X (formerly Twitter) @sfsketchfest.

From its January–February run across 12 venues in 2025 (including Cobb’s, Great American Music Hall, and Punch Line), Sketchfest showcased over 180 performances with headliners like Tim Curry, Bill Murray, Kathryn Hahn, JB Smoove, and Richard Kind. The 2026 edition expanded to 200+ shows with hundreds of performers, continuing to highlight tributes and guest appearances that local media enthusiastically cover. Follow the festival on social for the latest announcements and tour details: Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, and X. For up-to-date information on venues and events, we’ll help you secure your seats for the next unforgettable SF Sketchfest experience.

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