24/08/2026
We wanted to take a moment to address something that's been on our mind... THE HISTORY OF THE FESTIVAL 😮😉
Ah, London, Ontario, the city that was once dubbed “The Saddest City in Canada.” Well, we’re here to tell you that nothing could be further from the truth! Just ask Brantford! 🙂 (these are jokes, remember…)
Introducing Sorry! Comedy Festival, where we take that so-called “saddest city” label and turn it on its head, with a smile and a wink.
You see, here in London, we’ve mastered the art of self-deprecation—much like our friends over at Joe Kool’s, the local pub that’s made a name for itself by keeping expectations low and delivering a great time. We’re borrowing a page from their playbook, promising a festival that’s “Sorry” in name but anything but mediocre in delivery.
Why “Sorry!” you ask? Well, first, it’s our cheeky nod to that ridiculous article. We know our worth, but we also know how to laugh at ourselves. Secondly, it’s a playful homage to the Canadian way—where we say “Sorry” even when we’re killing it on stage. We’re apologizing in advance for the gut-busting laughter you’re about to experience, and for the fact that you might just have the time of your life in the city some idiot writer thought was “sad.”
From November 4-7, come join us for four days of comedy gold. Expect improv, stand-up, roast battles, workshops, and the SlideSlam! Canadian finals, where we prove that humour isn’t just alive in London; it’s thriving!
So, come on down, and remember: Keep your expectations low, because we’re ready to exceed them. Sorry! But not sorry…
