Ottawa Improv Festival

The Ottawa Improv Festival is an annual three-night comedy festival produced by the Improv Embassy, featuring local, national, and international improv comedy performers across multiple shows each night at Arts Court Theatre. The 2026 lineup includes a Battle of the Neighbourhoods opening night, tri-city collaborations with Montreal and Toronto troupes, musical improv, physical comedy, and headlining acts. Tickets are available through the Ottawa Improv Festival website and are recommended to be purchased in advance as the festival sells out. Workshops for beginners and experienced improvisers are also offered as part of the festival programming. The event is held indoors at Arts Court, accessible by transit and located near downtown Ottawa with parking available nearby.

Event details can change, so verify with the organizer before attending.