Every August—when African-American cultural pride is at its peak on the island, the annual Martha's Vineyard Comedy Fest takes center stage.

Schedule of Events

Week 1: July 31 – August 4, 2023

Join Damon Williams and his comedic friends this August at the 12th annual Martha's Vineyard Comedy Fest. Opening week (July 31 - Aug 4) will showcase Marlon Mitchell (Martin Lawrence Presents 1st Amendment), Big Sean Larkin (P Diddy Presents Bad Boys of Comedy) and Jeremiah JJ Williamson (Johnson Family Vacation).

Performers:

Damon Williams
Marlon Mitchell
Big Sean Larkin
Jeremiah JJ Williamson
DJ Dolla Bill

Doors open at 7:30PM
Show time: 8:00PM

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Week 2: August 7 - 11, 2023

Week two (Aug 7 - 11) will star veteran comedians Hope Flood (Baby Boy), George Willborn (The Michael Baisden Radio Show) and Roy Wood, Jr (Daily Show with Trevor Noah).

Performers:

Damon Williams
Hope Flood
George Willborn
Roy Woods, Jr
DJ Dolla Bill

Doors open at 7:30PM
Show time: 8:00PM

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The screening of B.A.D.D. - August 11, 2023
A family comedy film
Produced by J Ross

Tagline: A good kid learns to fight to save himself and his school from a bully who transfers in and begins wreaking havoc.

Note: Adapted from the book Foster and that bad, B.A.D.D., bully.

Doors open at 11:00 AM

Show time: 12:00 Noon

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Hyatt Presents D.L. Hughley: August 11 - 12, 2023

A special thanks to Hyatt for giving us the thumbs up to add another night of comedy with legendary comedian DL Hughley. The added shows will take place at the Strand Theatre in Oak Bluffs on Friday, August 11, 2023. Tickets for this exclusive Hyatt event will go fast!!!

Doors open at 6:30PM
Show time: 7:00PM

Doors open at 8:30PM
Show time: 9:00PM

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Week 3: August 14 - 18, 2023

Closing the Fest (Aug 14 - 18) will be Leon Rogers (HBO's Def Comedy Jam), Dominique (OWN's Herlarious) and Drew Thomas (NBC's Last Comic Standing).

Performers:

Damon Williams
Leon Rogers
Dominique Drew
Drew Thomas
DJ Dolla Bill

Doors open at 7:30PM
Show time: 8:00PM

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Dates: July 31 - August 18, 2023

Location:
Strand Theatre, 11 Oak Bluffs Avenue
Oak Bluffs, MA 02557

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