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December 2025
All Shows in December 2025
- Thursday December 4th 07:00PM
- Blue Ridge's Funniest Competition: Prelim 1
- The search for the funniest comedian in the region kicks off right here!Twenty-four comedians from within 300 miles of Bristol will take the stage for their shot at cash prizes and a coveted spot in the 2025 Blue Ridge Comedy Festival.At this Preliminary Round, each comic gets just 5 minutes to win over the judges and the crowd. Half will advance, half will go home. Your laughs (and your votes) help decide who moves on!????️ Expect:Rapid-fire sets from rising comics.High-energy competition vibes.A packed house full of laughter.Don’t miss the opening night of the Blue Ridge Comedy Competition—the road to the Finals starts here!
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- Thursday December 4th 09:00PM
- Blue Ridge's Funniest Competition: Prelim 2
- The search for the funniest comedian in the region kicks off right here!Twenty-four comedians from within 300 miles of Bristol will take the stage for their shot at cash prizes and a coveted spot in the 2025 Blue Ridge Comedy Festival.At this Preliminary Round, each comic gets just 5 minutes to win over the judges and the crowd. Half will advance, half will go home. Your laughs (and your votes) help decide who moves on!????️ Expect:Rapid-fire sets from rising comics.High-energy competition vibes.A packed house full of laughter.Don’t miss the opening night of the Blue Ridge Comedy Competition—the road to the Finals starts here!
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- Friday December 5th 07:30PM
- Blue Ridge's Funniest Competition: Semi-Finals
- The laughs (and the stakes) get even bigger on Night Two of the Blue Ridge Comedy Competition!From over twenty comedians who hit the stage on opening night, only 12 remain. Each comic now has 7 minutes to prove they belong in the Finals. The competition is fierce, the crowd energy is electric, and your vote helps decide who advances.????️ What to expect:The best rising comics from across the region.Longer sets, sharper punchlines, and higher pressure.A night where anything can happen on stage.By the end of the show, just 6 comedians will survive and move on to the Finals on December 6. Come cheer, laugh, and cast your vote—your voice helps decide who takes the crown!
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- Saturday December 6th 07:30PM
- Blue Ridge's Funniest Competition: FINALS
- It all comes down to this.After two nights of fierce competition, just 6 comedians remain. Each will bring their very best in a 10-minute set as they battle for cash prizes and a guaranteed spot in the 2025 Blue Ridge Comedy Festival.The Finals are always electric—big laughs, big stakes, and a sold-out crowd that helps crown the champion.???? Prizes:1st Place – $300 + Festival spot2nd Place – $200 + Festival spot3rd Place – $100 + Festival spotJudges will score comics on Stage Presence, Originality, and Audience Reaction, with the crowd vote counting toward the final decision.Don’t miss the most exciting comedy night of the year—the Blue Ridge Comedy Competition Finals!
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- Saturday December 20th 07:00PM
- The Unteachables Comedy Tour (Standup & Unhinged Q& A)
- One was teacher of the year and the other got fired for posting jokes online. They’re unhinged, uncensored, and unforgettable. The Unteachables bring you a night of comedy and unfiltered QnA. Known to you as the students who were always the loud kids in the back of the classroom, the Unteachables are a group of stand-up comedians who just happened to fall backwards into educating America’s youth. Their material extends far beyond just the chaos that exists in their classroom. They offer authentic comedy to everyone, regardless of if they've worked in education, need a break from reality, or just love to laugh. The Unteachables have been featured on NBC, The Breakfast Club, The New York Post, and the Roast Battle League.Stephen TaylorOriginally a Louisiana native, Stephen moved to Kansas City to escape his traditional southern roots. Combining his unique perspective with some interesting stories and some sweet southern charm, Stephen headlines and features at your favorite clubs, bars, and colleges across the country, as well as his own classroom. He has been featured on The Breakfast Club, The New York Post, and at San Francisco Sketchfest. His debut album 'The Bottom Half' was number one on iTunes and can be heard on Sirius XMLou PharisRaised in the non-famous parts of Louisiana, Lou Pharis never thought he’d be anything more than an NFL caliber offensive lineman. After failing to go pro and then losing out on American Ninja Warrior, Lou turned his talents to the public education system. A particularly rough day at school made Lou sign up for his first open mic when he realized there’s a teacher shortage, so he couldn’t be fired for doing comedy. Lou’s stand-up has since found massive success, garnering over 100 million views on social media. He has headlined clubs such as Zanies, Comedy Works, and Wiseguys, been seen on NBC and Bored Teachers, and has performed at dozens of comedy festivals across the country.Joe MckennaJoe McKenna is a comedian from Boston, Massachusetts. One of the fastest rising comics in Denver, Joe utilizes his experience as a middle school teacher and traveler to recount his most bizarre undergoings with his students, his time spent abroad, and the ever changing social expectations of the youth. Joe has been seen at comedy clubs across the US, and has worked with household comedians such as Mark Normand, Shane Gillis, and Jeff Ross.
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