KICKSTAND COMEDY IN THE PARK 2026
KICKSTAND COMEDY IN THE PARK RETURNS FOR ITS 6TH SEASON:
YOUR FRIDAYS ARE COVERED, ALL SUMMER
“The summer event of the year… One of the most visibly successful arts endeavors in Portland”
Every Friday starting June 5th and running through September 4th
Blankets drop at 6pm, show starts at 6:30pm
(No shows on July 10th and 24th)
This year features the freshest line up of the funniest comedians from Portland and around the country, new community sponsors, hilarious hosts, your best buds and plenty of sunshine!
Grab a blanket, pack your picnic, and join us for some laughter in the sun!
Follow our Instagram for the weekly lineups.
Hosted by Julia Corral and Rachelle Cochran
Thank you to our Sponsors
Donate and support Kickstand Comedy to help fund programs like Comedy in the Park, class scholarships, + more!
Comedy in the Park FAQ’s
I’m a comedian, how can I perform?
Comedians, both local and touring, can submit their information to our producers by filling out the google form at this link.
Where is it?
The shows are located at the center of Laurelhurst Park at SE César E. Chávez Blvd. and Stark Street. Google Maps
How should I get there?
BIKETOWN, public transit, ride share, carpooling and other alternate forms of transportation are highly encouraged.
Is there parking?
If you’re driving, street parking is available in the surrounding neighborhood, space is limited in the summer months. We ask attendees to be careful not to block neighbors’ driveways. Commuting by bike, BIKETOWN, Lyft, and Trimet are highly encouraged.
Is the show family friendly?
Yes! Comics are instructed to perform their “clean” material, meaning no swearing or “adult” content, but it may contain adult themes.
Is it free?
Yes! There are no tickets or purchase required to attend. To keep the show free for all to attend, we do encourage you to donate to Kickstand Comedy, a 501c3 non-profit organization. Your donations support this show as well as our other programs (BIPOC comedy scholarships, access to shows, and more)
Are there bathrooms?
Yes! Kickstand provides portable toilets conveniently nearby. An ADA stall is included among them.
What if it rains?
We may need to cancel if there is rain. We will announce it on our social media and on our calendar page for the event.
Can I bring my dog, bike, drinks?
Yes! This is a public city park, so we ask that you follow Portland City Park Rules
Please leash your animals, and scoop the poop!
Use of alcohol, cannabis, and controlled substances is prohibited in Portland parks.
Bicycles, skateboards, scooters, rollerblades, and motorized vehicles such as e-bikes, e-scooters, segways, and hoverboards are generally only allowed on paved pathways. Bicycles and other wheeled devices, like scooters, are not allowed on soft-surface trails or off-road, except in designated areas for off-road cycling.
Fires, fireworks, and smoking of any kind are forbidden without a permit. This includes the use of vaporizers for nicotine and cannabis products.
Barbecue grills are not allowed in parks, except with a picnic permit.
The use of drones and other remote-control devices by park visitors can bother others and create stress for nearby wildlife. As such, the landing, taking-off or operation of a drone while on park property is prohibited.