Comedy Festivals 101
Comedy Festivals 101
As a stand-up comedian, getting into festivals can be exciting—but not all festivals are created equal. With submission fees, travel costs, and time commitments on the line, knowing how to identify which festivals are worth it can save you from wasting resources and help you focus your energy where it counts.
This guide is designed to help comedians—whether you're emerging or seasoned—evaluate festivals with a critical eye. We’ll walk you through what red flags to watch for, what green flags signal real opportunity, and how to confidently decide whether a festival aligns with your goals and growth.
Inside, you’ll gain clarity on:
- How to spot cash grabs hiding behind flashy branding
- The importance of industry presence—and how to verify it
- Why performer perks, scheduling, and audience size matter
- How to assess whether there’s actual value in the stage time offered
- Questions you should be asking before paying a submission fee
- When to pass—and when to go all in
This isn’t just a guide—it’s protection for your time, money, and mental energy as a working comic.
📥 This is not a live event. This is a digital download.
After your purchase is complete, you will receive an email from our Comedian Education team with a link to download your guide. If you have any issues accessing your download, please contact Camille@MicDropComedy.com and we’ll make sure you’re taken care of.
❌ No refunds. All sales are final.
Explore the Comedy Festival 101 Guide and learn how to submit smarter, perform with purpose, and invest only in the opportunities that actually move your comedy career forward.
Comedy Festival 101: Evaluation Guide for Comedians
As a stand-up comedian, getting into festivals can be exciting—but not all festivals are created equal. With submission fees, travel costs, and time commitments on the line, knowing how to identify which festivals are worth it can save you from wasting resources and help you focus your energy where it counts.
This guide is designed to help comedians—whether you're emerging or seasoned—evaluate festivals with a critical eye. We’ll walk you through what red flags to watch for, what green flags signal real opportunity, and how to confidently decide whether a festival aligns with your goals and growth.
Inside, you’ll gain clarity on:
- How to spot cash grabs hiding behind flashy branding
- The importance of industry presence—and how to verify it
- Why performer perks, scheduling, and audience size matter
- How to assess whether there’s actual value in the stage time offered
- Questions you should be asking before paying a submission fee
- When to pass—and when to go all in
This isn’t just a guide—it’s protection for your time, money, and mental energy as a working comic.
📥 This is not a live event. This is a digital download.
After your purchase is complete, you will receive an email from our Comedian Education team with a link to download your guide. If you have any issues accessing your download, please contact Camille@MicDropComedy.com and we’ll make sure you’re taken care of.
❌ No refunds. All sales are final.
Explore the Comedy Festival 101 Guide and learn how to submit smarter, perform with purpose, and invest only in the opportunities that actually move your comedy career forward.
As a stand-up comedian, getting into festivals can be exciting—but not all festivals are created equal. With submission fees, travel costs, and time commitments on the line, knowing how to identify which festivals are worth it can save you from wasting resources and help you focus your energy where it counts.
This guide is designed to help comedians—whether you're emerging or seasoned—evaluate festivals with a critical eye. We’ll walk you through what red flags to watch for, what green flags signal real opportunity, and how to confidently decide whether a festival aligns with your goals and growth.
Inside, you’ll gain clarity on:
- How to spot cash grabs hiding behind flashy branding
- The importance of industry presence—and how to verify it
- Why performer perks, scheduling, and audience size matter
- How to assess whether there’s actual value in the stage time offered
- Questions you should be asking before paying a submission fee
- When to pass—and when to go all in
This isn’t just a guide—it’s protection for your time, money, and mental energy as a working comic.
📥 This is not a live event. This is a digital download.
After your purchase is complete, you will receive an email from our Comedian Education team with a link to download your guide. If you have any issues accessing your download, please contact Camille@MicDropComedy.com and we’ll make sure you’re taken care of.
❌ No refunds. All sales are final.
Explore the Comedy Festival 101 Guide and learn how to submit smarter, perform with purpose, and invest only in the opportunities that actually move your comedy career forward.