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06/02/2026

2026 Upcoming Comedy Nights at The Hope & Anchor:

Thursday, June 18th, 2026
The Hope & Anchor June Comedy Open Mic
https://facebook.com/events/s/the-hope-anchor-june-comedy-op/3132358606955859/

Thursday, July 16th, 2026
The Hope & Anchor July Comedy Open Mic
https://facebook.com/events/s/the-hope-anchor-july-comedy-op/2663108434090708/

Saturday, July 18th, 2026
The Hope & Anchor Fats Productions 12 Year Anniversary Comedy Night
Headliner: Raegan Niemela (Milwaukee)
https://facebook.com/events/s/the-hope-anchor-fats-produxtio/1888764915163725/

Thursday, August 13th, 2026
The Hope & Anchor 815 COMEDY FEST Open Mic Night 1
https://facebook.com/events/s/the-hope-anchor-815-comedy-fes/957538186640751/

Saturday, August 15th, 2026
The Hope & Anchor 815 COMEDY FEST Comedy Night 3
https://facebook.com/events/s/the-hope-anchor-815-comedy-fes/1617392772632321/

Saturday, September 12th, 2026
The Hope & Anchor Comedy Night
Headliner: Vik Pandya (Chicago)
https://facebook.com/events/s/the-hope-anchor-comedy-night/969533335731564/

Start marking your Calendars and check out the Event Page for Comedian Bio's and Event info. We can't wait to see you guys at one of our Upcoming Comedy Nights at The Hope & Anchor.

🚨 SAVE THE DATE, 815! 🚨We’re bringing the laughs and turning it up even bigger for 815 Weekend here in the Stateline.🎤 T...
06/01/2026

🚨 SAVE THE DATE, 815! 🚨

We’re bringing the laughs and turning it up even bigger for 815 Weekend here in the Stateline.

🎤 THE 815 COMEDY FEST 🎤
📅 August 13th, 14th & 15th

3 nights, 4 shows, and tons of comedy killers hitting the stage across the 815. This is going to be one of the biggest comedy weekends Rockford has seen.

Whether you’re a returning guest or this is your first show, this is the one you don’t want to miss.

👉 Mark your calendars NOW, tell your crew, and get ready for a full weekend of laughs

The Hope & Anchor 815 COMEDY FEST Open Mic
Thursday, August 13th (Night 1)
Sign-Ups: 7:30pm
Show at 8pm
to attend
Best 3 Sets win a spot on our 815 COMEDY FEST Shows
https://www.facebook.com/events/957538186640751

The Lucha Cantina 815 COMEDY FEST Comedy Night
Friday, August 14th (Night 2)
Show starts at 7:30pm
$10 Cover
Headliner: Jack Baker (Chicago)
https://www.facebook.com/events/1699010308118979

Janey's Lounge 815 COMEDY FEST Comedy Night (Remote Show)
Friday, August 14th (Night 2)
Show starts at 7:30pm
$10 Cover
Headliner: Jeff Hall (Chicago)
815 COMEDY FEST AFTER PARTY after the show brought to you by Business Mouse Productions
https://www.facebook.com/events/960732296437829

The Hope & Anchor 815 COMEDY FEST Comedy Night Showcase
Saturday, August 15th (Night 3)
Show starts at 8pm
$10 Cover
Rockford's Finest 815 Showcase
https://www.facebook.com/events/1617392772632321

Click on the event pages and start planning your weekend of shows for 815 Weekend!

🌟🌟 SAVE THE DATE 🌟🌟The Hope & Anchor Comedy Open Mic is the perfect space for first-timers, new comics, and seasoned reg...
06/01/2026

🌟🌟 SAVE THE DATE 🌟🌟

The Hope & Anchor Comedy Open Mic is the perfect space for first-timers, new comics, and seasoned regulars to test new material, sharpen current sets, and have a great time on stage.

📅 Thursday, June 18th, 2026
💸 COVER
📝 Sign-Up: 7:30pm
🎤 Show: 8pm
Host: Michael Palmenderi

🌟 BEST SET of the Night earns a Special Guest Feature spot at a future Hope & Anchor Comedy Night. 🌟

It’s going to be a fun night of open-mic comedy and we hope to see everyone there!

** Please check the Event Link for the full details and guidelines. **

https://facebook.com/events/s/the-hope-anchor-june-comedy-op/3132358606955859/

🎉 WOW... 1,000 FOLLOWERS! 🎉What started as a passion for bringing live entertainment, comedy, trivia, and unique events ...
06/01/2026

🎉 WOW... 1,000 FOLLOWERS! 🎉

What started as a passion for bringing live entertainment, comedy, trivia, and unique events to the Stateline has grown into an incredible community of 1,000 followers. From sold-out comedy shows and roast battles to trivia nights and special events, every like, share, comment, ticket purchased, and seat filled has helped make this possible. Thank you for supporting local entertainment, local venues, and all the amazing performers we've had the privilege to work with along the way.

This is just the beginning. We've got plenty more laughs, events, and memories coming your way.

Thank you for helping Fats Productions presents: reach 1,000 followers and here's to many more!

🎉 EXCITING NEWS !!! 🎉🔥 SAVE THE DATE 🔥Due to the overwhelming response to our very first Roast Battle Comedy Night, we'r...
06/01/2026

🎉 EXCITING NEWS !!! 🎉

🔥 SAVE THE DATE 🔥

Due to the overwhelming response to our very first Roast Battle Comedy Night, we're bringing the heat back to The Hope & Anchor!

Mark your calendars as some of the sharpest comics step into the roast arena once again. Expect brutal burns, quick comebacks, big laughs, and another unforgettable night of Roast Battle comedy.

Saturday, September 19th, 2026
Time: 8pm
$10 Cover

Our first Roast Battle packed the house and exceeded every expectation, so make your plans now and stay tuned for the official lineup announcement for our 2nd Hope & Anchor Roast Battle Comedy Night!

1 2 3 ..... ROAST! 🔥🔥🔥

— Thank you to everyone who came out to our "Kickoff to Summer" Comedy Night! A huge thank you to our host and best fr...
05/31/2026

— Thank you to everyone who came out to our "Kickoff to Summer" Comedy Night! A huge thank you to our host and best friend, Kevin Haas; our featured comics, Roman Grisby, Dina Lewis, and Dan Garcia; and our headliner, Sonal Aggarwal, who absolutely crushed it all night long.mSpecial thanks to the staff at The Hope & Anchor for keeping the food hot, the drinks flowing, and the crowd happy throughout the entire show.

We're now rolling into our Summer Comedy Schedule, featuring one comedy show and one open mic each month in June and July, leading up to our special 815 Comedy Fest in August. Be sure to stay tuned for upcoming lineups and announcements.

Thanks again for spending your night laughing with us—we'll see you at our next show!

Another great crowd joining us Tonight for Stand-Up Comedy for our Hope & Anchor "Kickoff to Summer" Comedy Night.
05/31/2026

Another great crowd joining us Tonight for Stand-Up Comedy for our Hope & Anchor "Kickoff to Summer" Comedy Night.

It's that Time of the week!Our Headliner out the Chicago, Sonal Aggarwal has taken the Stage to close out the night for ...
05/31/2026

It's that Time of the week!

Our Headliner out the Chicago, Sonal Aggarwal has taken the Stage to close out the night for our Hope & Anchor "Kickoff to Summer" Comedy Night.

Our Main Feature Dan Garcia is finally back at the pub for our Hope & Anchor "Kickoff to Summer" Comedy Night.
05/31/2026

Our Main Feature Dan Garcia is finally back at the pub for our Hope & Anchor "Kickoff to Summer" Comedy Night.

Dina Lewis is back by popular request bringing the fun as our Guest Feature for our Hope & Anchor "Kickoff to Summer" Co...
05/31/2026

Dina Lewis is back by popular request bringing the fun as our Guest Feature for our Hope & Anchor "Kickoff to Summer" Comedy Night.

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