Tawa Comedy Festival celebrates Filipino culture, heritage, and comedic talent through bold, joyful live comedy. Featuring performers from across Canada and the United States, the festival brings together stand up, improv, and character driven work rooted in community, storytelling, and big laughs.

June 12 - Super Filipina Comedy Show
All Filipina storytelling and stand up

June 19 - BAHALA Na! Variety Comedy Show
A showcase of the BEST Filipino-Canadian comedians in the city

June 26 - Boodle Gang Sketch Comedy
A Filipino sketch comedy showcase funded by the @tosketchfest

“Tawa” means laugh in Tagalog, and the festival lives up to its name. It is playful, political, personal, and unapologetically funny. Each night offers a chance to experience comedy that reflects Filipin* voices, perspectives, and creative excellence.

A celebration of culture, connection, and the joy of laughing together during Filipino Heritage Month

$23 advance, $25 at the door

PWYC tickets available to reserve by either calling or emailing.

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