06 Feb SAF: 2th Annual Telluride Comedy Fest, 2/12 – 2/15/26!
Telluride’s Sheridan Arts Foundation is proud to present the 26th Annual Telluride Comedy Festival, returning to the historic Sheridan Opera House over Presidents’ Day Weekend, February 12–15, 2026. Celebrating more than two decades of bringing world-class comedy to the San Juan Mountains, this beloved festival continues its tradition of pairing nationally recognized comedians with Telluride’s intimate and unforgettable performance setting.
VIP guests can enjoy an exclusive Meet & Greet Party. To learn more about VIP experiences, email ronnie@sheridanoperahouse.com.
The schedule is subject to change. Please visit SheridanOperaHouse.com for the most up-to-date information and ticket availability.
Go here for more about the Sheridan Arts Foundation.
This year’s festival lineup features an all-star roster of comedic talent including Rob Huebel, Brian Huskey, Seth Morris, Paul Scheer, Ian Edwards, Aristotle Athari, Andrew Michaan, Mary Sohn, and Corin Wells
Festival Schedule:
Thursday Locals’ Night + Improv:
As per Comedy Fest tradition, the festival opens with our all-star lineup paying tribute to the people who live and work here and make Telluride the special, quirky place that it is. Join us for a fun-filled evening performed for those who make this town tick. This show is a lively mix of characters, sketches, stand-up, and improv that celebrates (and lovingly pokes fun at) the place we all call home. But you don’t have to be a local to attend!
Featuring: Aristotle Athari, Ian Edwards, Brian Huskey, Rob Huebel, Andrew Michaan, Seth Morris, Paul Scheer, and Corin Wells.
Friday Night Stand-Up + Improv:
Friday night brings a stacked evening of stand-up and improv featuring some of today’s sharpest comedic voices. Expect quick wit, unpredictable moments, and plenty of crowd interaction as the performers take the stage individually and then come together for collaborative improv.
Featuring: Aristotle Athari, Ian Edwards, and Andrew Michaan.
Stick around after the show for a Free After-Show hosted by Fig Telluride in the SHOW Bar, open to the public and perfect for keeping the laughs going late into the night.
Saturday Valentine’s Show + Improv:
Celebrate Valentine’s Day Telluride-style with an unforgettable night of comedy hosted by Comedy Fest favorites Rob Huebel and Paul Scheer. Whether you’re celebrating romance, friendship, or just your love of laughter, this special holiday performance delivers big personalities, outrageous characters, and hilarious improv featuring the full cast.
Featuring: Aristotle Athari, Ian Edwards, Brian Huskey, Andrew Michaan, Seth Morris, Mary Sohn, and Corin Wells.
Home of the Telluride Comedy Festival
Since 1999, the Sheridan Opera House has served as the official home of the Telluride Comedy Festival. Each year, the Sheridan Arts Foundation partners with festival co-director Jeb Berrier to curate four nights of exceptional comedy performances.
The festival is known for attracting some of the country’s most talented comedians while maintaining the grassroots charm and unique spirit that define Telluride.
VIP cocktail tables are available for an intimate and immersive comedy experience where audience members may find themselves part of the show.
The Telluride Comedy Festival continues to be a highlight of winter in Telluride, drawing visitors and locals alike for an unforgettable weekend of laughter in one of Colorado’s most iconic venues.
Sheridan Arts Foundation/Opera House, more:
The Sheridan Arts Foundation was founded in 1991 as a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization to preserve the historic Sheridan Opera House as an arts and cultural resource for the Telluride community; to bring quality arts and cultural events to Telluride; and to provide local and national youth with access and exposure to the arts through education.
The Sheridan Arts Foundation is sponsored in part by grants from the CCAASE, Colorado Creative Industries, the Town of Mountain Village, Just for Kids Foundation and Telluride Foundation.