What is Sketchfest Chicago?

The first annual Sketchfest Chicago at the Home Comedy Theater will be a weekend celebrating the art of sketch comedy. From absurd irreverent comedy, to more grounded thoughtful work, we want to see it all

Where and when is the festival?

Sketchfest Chicago will take place at the Home Comedy Theater from November 5-8th, 2025.

Wasn’t there another Sketchfest in Chicago?

We ain’t them.

How do I submit my sketch group?

Submissions open Thursday, June 12 at 12:00p cdt. Follow the link here

What’s with the Rat and Pigeon?

Don't ask questions you aren't prepared to handle the answer to.

Any tips for getting in?

We want to see your best stuff! Try to put it first in your demo reel (YouTube or Vimeo format.) We’d love to see footage of a live performance; we wanna hear those laughs and see how you do in front of an audience! Try to stay away from sizzle reels and submit full sketches, not just clips of them. Make sure you can be seen and heard clearly. And finally, submit early! We expect a lot of submissions, so save some money and stand out by being one of the first to be reviewed!

Do the Rat and Pigeon have names?

Seriously? Another question about them?

When will we know if we’ve been accepted?

We are hoping to let all teams know either way by September 11.

Can I volunteer for the festival?

Absolutely! We will be looking for volunteers in the next month or so. Keep a look out for opportunities!

Have more questions?

Send ‘em to info@sketchfestchicago.com