The 44th edition of Just for Laughs, billed as the world’s largest comedy festival, runs in Montreal from July 15 to 26, 2026, across multiple venues and outdoor stages.

The lineup features free outdoor shows at Place des Festivals in the Quartier des Spectacles, including “Weird Al” Yankovic on July 25. Among the announced acts are David Letterman, Jerry Seinfeld, Will Arnett and Chris Fleming, alongside returning staples such as The Nasty Show.

A Just for Laughs edition also runs in Quebec City, from July 22 to August 2.

Sources: Just for Laughs (hahaha.com), Tourisme Montréal, Cult MTL.