Comedians

“I was inspired to start the Salem Comedy & Spirit Festival in 2016 because of a festival I attended years back in New Orleans. I have attended several festivals throughout my career but none like this one. It was one of the greatest memories in my 30+ year professional career. It felt like a celebration of comedy and a real appreciation of the craft. I thought, for the Salem Comedy & Spirit Festival, I want the same relaxed welcoming environment. I’ve been a Salem resident for over 15 years. I love the city and all it has to offer and this couldn’t be a better match. We are excited to offer a great comedy festival for the audiences and comics where they can feel like they are at home. As a comedian, you have a basic need to make people laugh. This is a unique opportunity to raise everyone’s spirits in winter and create fantastic memories for both the audience and the talented comedians we are honored to have performing.”

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Here are the comedians appearing at the
2020 Salem Comedy & Spirits Festival!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Previous Salem Comedy & Spirits Festival Comedians & Quotes

“The Salem Comedy and Spirits Festival was a great experience! It was the breath of fresh comedic air the area needed. Mark was a phenomenal host and the venues were places I would patronize without the excitement of comedy happening.” – Ryan Chani

“I had the best time at the Salem Comedy and Spirits Festival in January 2016! Can’t wait to come back next year!” – Pete Wolynec

“The Salem Comedy and Spirits Festival is a fantastic experience and professionally run, organized and promoted – and probably the best time I’ve had at a show! Everyone had this “energy” about them from patrons, people running the venue and the comedians! It was “pure fun”, great laughs and the personal feel and a privilege to be a part of it, I can’t wait for next year!” – Andy Lester

“A weekend of stacked comedy lineups, great crowds, and amazing venues: Salem Comedy & Spirits Festival a great addition to the New England comedy scene.” – Dan Gilbert

“I cannot recommend the Salem Comedy and Spirits Festival more. The shows were packed and all the comedians destroyed! I can’t wait to come back next year!”- Danny Rathbun

“A fun, well-organized event, showcasing some of the best talent in New England. The crowds and venues were top-notch and I made some lasting friendships. Also, I didn’t see one wart, which is weird for a city steeped in witchery. Hope to see at least one this year.” – Mark Turcotte

“A great way to see some of New England’s best comic’s while enjoying some great local brews. Awesome time!” – Drew Dunn

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