SHOWS
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SHOWS ☟
B4uDie Kick Off Party
Hidden Valley Ranch Presents The 6th Annual Alaska B4uDie Comedy Festival Kick Off Party!
Live at Koot’s
General Admission
Doors open 6:45pm
FREE SHOW
Best of B4uDie Juneau
The B4uDie Squad is heading out to Alaska’s capital to make the funny happen. This show is an exciting mix of very talented Alaskan comedians with Joe Stolz and Mr. Boobs and the ridiculously funny and effortlessly charming B4uDIe fest Alumni Hayden Kristal.
Thursday March 26th 7-9pm
Gold Town Theater in Juneau
Doors open 6:45pm
Ages 14+ General Admission $25
Lower 48 Invasion Showcase
Alaska is being INVADED!! By insanely talented Comedians from all across the globe.
Standup from:
Shannon Norman, Dan Treadway, Olivia Searcy, Nate Allen, Ossia Dwyer, DJ Rybiski, Sohile Ali, Cody Chasteen & More!
Hosted by Matti Ray Harvey
Live at Koot’s
Doors 6:45 pm
Tickets $15
Ages 21+ General Admission
Best of B4uDie Homer
The B4uDie Squad is hitting the road to Homer Alaska! Making a stop at the world famous Alice’s Champagne Palace! Best of B4uDie Fest Featuring:
Best of B4uDie Fest Featuring:
Beau Wilcox
Ryan Rummell
Greg Rowland
Friday March 27th 8-10pm
Alice’s Champagne Palace in Homer
Doors open 8pm
Ages 21+ General Admission $25
The Laugh Frontier
Talented comedians from across the Lower 48 states who have NEVER been to Alaska before.
Standup from:
Mo Alexander, Harrison Skopes, Stuart Thompson, Sami Beason, Emmi Abel-Rutter, Miriam Kirk, Eric Hook, Jen Kuhle & More!
Hosted by Bryan Otten!
Live at Koot’s * Friday March 27th
Doors 8:45pm * Show at 9:00pm
Ages 21+ General Admission
Tickets $15
Late Nite Laughs
Ready for a dirty good time? Late Nite Laughs is a collection of some of the dirtiest comedians of B4uDie Fest.
This show is not for the easily offended.
Standup From: Alan Snider, Cody Chasteen, Andrea Wang, Melina Best, Sami Beason, JT Singh, Hannah Roeschlein & More!
Hosted by Ida Taylor
Live at Koot's Ice Bar Friday, March 27th
Doors 10:30pm Show at 11:00pm
21+ * VIP Seating Available
Tickets $20
B4uDie Funny Film Fest
B4uDie Film Fest is back with another Alaskan short comedy film-making contest.
Short Films from:
Nate Allen, Brendan Tran, Jay Chanoine, Jenny Gorelick, Timmy Booth, Logan George, Alaska Filmmakers, Matt & Megan & Mike DGAF & More!
Hosted by Ida Taylor
Live at Anchorage Museum * Saturday, March 28th
Doors 2:45pm * Show at 3:00pm
Ages 14+ * General Admission
Tickets $10 or Pay What You Can Donation
Presented in partnership with Alaska Filmmakers & Landsick Media
An Evening with Todd Glass
Todd Glass is a comedian and storyteller known for his sharp observational humor, quick improv instincts, and warm, candid stage presence. Starting at the age of 16 in Phillidelphia, Todd has been making people laugh for decades, with his stand-up, TV, and podcasts, Todd blends everyday absurdities with personal honesty—often turning vulnerability into punchlines.
Todd is a Series Regular as the Principal on MAX’s Ten Year Old Tom. He was recently featured in a NETFLIX documentary: Outstanding: A Comedy Revolution along side his three NETFLIX Comedy Specials. You may also remember him from The Daily Show, Jimmy Kimmel, The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon, Tosh.0 ect. Yadda yadda yadda
Support from Comedians Pat House and Matt Burgoon!
Williwaw Social in Anchorage
Doors open 6:30pm
Ages 21+ General Admission $35+
Best of B4uDie Fairbanks
The B4uDie Squad is heading out to Fairbanks to make the funny happen. This show is an exciting mix of very talented Alaskan comedians with Rachel Blackwell and Chelsea and the ridiculously funny and effortlessly charming B4uDIe fest Alumni Derek Sheen and Chad Opitz.
Featuring:
Derek Sheen
Chad Opitz
Rachel Blackwell
Chelsea Keyes
Saturday March 28th 7-9pm
Pakalolo Supply Co. in Fairbanks
Doors open 6:45pm
Ages 21+ General Admission $25
Best of B4uDie Seward
The B4uDie Squad is hitting the road to Seward Alaska! Making a stop at The Yukon Bar.
Best of B4uDie Fest Featuring:
Beau Wilcox
Ryan Rummell
Rudy Ascott
Greg Rowland
Sean Ulman
Saturday March 28th 8-10pm
The Yukon Bar in Seward
Doors open 8pm
Ages 21+ General Admission $25
Ranch Style
Its a delicious Ranch Style blend of talented comedians from across the Lower 48 states, some who have NEVER been to Alaska before.
Standup from:
Tom Plute, Jay Yoder, Eric Groovley, Nick Ellis, JT Singh, Akudo Ejelonu, Maz Ismael, Mudit Verma & More!
Hosted by Sabrina Speers!
Live at Koot’s * Saturday March 28th
Doors 8:45pm * Show at 9:00pm
Ages 21+ General Admission
Tickets $15
Best of B4uDie Fairbanks Brunch
The B4uDie Squad is heading out to Fairbanks to make the funny happen. This show is an exciting mix of very talented Alaskan comedians with Rachel Blackwell and Chelsea and the ridiculously funny and effortlessly charming B4uDIe fest Alumni Derek Sheen and Chad Opitz.
Featuring:
Derek Sheen
Chad Opitz
Rachel Blackwell
Chelsea Keyes
AJ Hull
Sunday March 29th 12-2pm
The Basement in Fairbanks
Doors open 12pm
Ages 21+ General Admission $25
Ranch Brunch
Does Ranch go well with breakfast foods? Who cares?
Ranch Brunch is a mix of Alaskan and National comedians and a mix of Standup and Live Improv Comedy.
With comedy from: Stephen Henry, Charsity, Max Kaczor, Derek Sheen, Eric Hook, Conrad Kapsner, Jean Wilder, Hogwash & More!
Hosted by Kass Smiley!
Sunday March 29th @ Green Connection
Doors 2:45pm
Ages 14+ * Material TV14
General & VIP Seating Available
Luke Null N' Friends
LUKE RETURNS!!! Luke Null is back at Koot’s to make us bust a gut B4 he dies.
Luke Null began performing comedy the moment he picked up a guitar in Chicago. During his stay in the Windy city he developed his signature musical comedy style, blending witty humor with catchy earworms. This unique approach garnered the attention of Lorne Michaels and earned him the chance to perform as a cast member on Saturday Night live. After a year in New York as a featured player on SNL, Luke moved to LA and is now a regular at the Hollywood Improv. He performs standup comedy at clubs and colleges across the country. In 2025, Luke released a standup special entitled "Pretty Songs, Dirty Words" through 800 Pound Gorilla, now available on Youtube.
Standup from:
Luke Null, Bryan Otten, Mr. Boobs & Nate Allen!
Hosted by: Bryan Otten!
Live at Koot’s * Sunday March 29th
Doors 6:45pm * Show at 7:00pm
Ages 21+ General Admission
Tickets $25
Beyonce's Internet ~ A Queer Comedy Fundraiser
You’re going to say that? On Beyonce’s Internet?
We’re Partnering with Arciniega Street Productions to bring ya’ll A Queer Comedy Fundraiser with some of the funniest LGBTQIA+ Comedians B4uDIe Fest has to offer with all the proceeds going to support our neighbors at Choosing Our Roots!
Standup from: Derek Reed, Jose DaHype, Rachel Kang, Rachelle Cochran, Megan Malone, Chris Jessop, Brendan Tran, Shannon Norman, Miriam Kirk, Alan Snider and More!
Hosted by Paco Leshan
Live at Momentum Studios Sunday, March 29th
Doors 7:45pm
21+ * General Admission w/ VIP Seating Available
Tickets $20 supporting Choosing Our Roots
White Sauce
Take a break for some delicious Stand Up Comedy at Van’s Dive Bar.
Everybody wants to escape into a laugh and everybody wants that thick creamy White Sauce, baby.
Standup from:
Charlie Vergos, Stephen Henry, Chad Opitz, Damien Speranza, Courtenay Cholovich, Melina Best, Jay Yoder, Vivian Burgett & More!
Hosted by Matt Burgoon!
Live at Van’s Dive Bar * Monday March 30th
Doors 6:45pm * Show at 7:00pm
Ages 21+ General Admission
FREE Show
Triple Threat
A Triple Threat of Headliners from the Lesser 48 states all jam packed into one tight little show. B4uDie is lucky to present the longer sets of Mo Alexander, Jay Chanoine & Ryan Goodcase. With support from Carrie Ross and Ben Peterson.
Live at Koot’s * Monday March 30th
Doors 7:45pm * Show at 8:00pm
Ages 21+ General Admission
Tickets $20
Tattoo Club Comedy
Tattoos are often a spiritual bond between people in shared cultures. Tattoos can also just be silly and fun.
Hidden Valley Ranch Presents: B4uDie Tattoo Club Comedy. Where tattoo needles and jokes just taste so good together. After our joint Tattoo Flash to fight the Fasch day event, sit down and catch a laugh while your tattoo heals up.
Standup from:
Max Kaczor, Mike Comer, Logan George, Liam Nelson, Kass Smiley & More!
Hosted by Barb Lonsdale
Tuesday March 31st ~ Live at Black Heart Tattoo Club
Doors 4:45 pm
Tickets $15
Ages 18+ Limited Seating
Local Legends
Which Local Comedian will bring home the storied Local Legends Trophy?
25 will try, but only one will win. The audience will decide their fate.
Standup from: Bryan Otten, Matt Burgoon, Rudy Ascott, Paco Leshan, Andrea Feniger, Barb Lonsdale, Mike Comer, Joe Stolz, Sabrina Speers and More!
Hosted by Kass Smiley
Live at Koot's Tuesday, March 31st
Doors 6:30pm Show at 7:00pm
21+ * General Admission w/ VIP Seating Available
Tickets $10 ~ Pay what you can
April Fools
Hidden Valley Ranch Presents The Alaska B4uDie Comedy Festival’s April Fools!!
Alaska is being invaded by insanely talented Comedians from all across the globe and we’re funneling the funniest into a show inside the Anchorage Museum.
Standup from:
DJ Rybiski, Steve Vanderploeg, Saskia Bee, Pat House, Akudo Ejelonu, Ryan Goodcase, JJ Curry, Liam Nelson, Jen Kuhle & More!
Hosted by Rudy Ascott
Wednesday April 1st
Live at Anchorage Museum
Doors 5:45 pm
FREE Show ~ Material is Mature TV14
Ages 14+ General Admission
Hidden Valley Hustlers
Some Hustlers come from the streets of NYC, some hustlers come from Chicago, but these Hustler come from Hidden Valley.
Standup from:
Kayvon Behoorzian, Eddo, Jared Hazen, Erin Depke, Scott Busby, Katelyn Owens, Courtenay Cholovich & More!
Hosted by Justin Sands!
Live at Koot’s * Wednesday April 1st
Doors 6:45pm * Show at 7:00pm
Ages 21+ General Admission
Tickets $15
Easy Squeeze
Sometimes standup comedy is the easiest squeeze of them all.
Standup from:
Timmy Booth, Spencer Bland, Cori Stewart, Brendan Tran, Megan Malone, Ethan Giles, Stuarts Thompson, Sarina Ochoa & More!
Hosted by Katelyn Owens!
Live at Koot’s * Wednesday April 1st
Doors 6:45pm * Show at 7:00pm
Ages 21+ General Admission
Tickets $15
Hayden Kristal N’ Friends
The B4uDie Squad is heading out to the backwoods of Talkeetna to make the funny happen. This show is an exciting array of national comedians spanning the country and the ridiculously funny and effortlessly charming B4uDIe fest Alumni Hayden Kristal.
Thursday April 2nd 7-9:30pm
Sheldon Arts Hangar in Talkeetna
Doors open 6:45pm
Ages 18+ General Admission $25
Get Ranched!
Get your veggies prepped and your sauces out, ‘Cuz we’re getting Ranched!
Ranch on Pizza and Stand Up Comedy what a dreamy delicious combo.
Standup from:
Jen Kuhle, Harrison Skopes, Hunter Roberts, Olivia Searcy, Joe Stolz, Austin Fortune, Nick Ellis & More!
Hosted by Rachel Balckwell!
Live at Koot’s * Thursday April 2nd
Doors 6:45pm * Show at 7:00pm
Ages 21+ General Admission
Tickets $15
Ptarmigan Wings
B4uDie Fest is back and Live with some Ranch fueled comedy inside The Whale’s Tail at The Captain Cook Hotel.
Standup From: Diana Graham, Samantha Archual, Cori Stewart, Jenny Gorelick, Sarina Ochoa, Hannah Roeschlein, Alex Bozinovic, Tuesday Goodies & More!
Hosted by Ben Peterson
The Whale’s Tail in Captain Cook ~ Thursday, April 2nd
Doors 6:30pm Show at 7:00pm
21+ * Limited & VIP Seating Available
FREE Show followed by an Open Mic
Herbs N' Spices
Its a delicious Ranch Style serving of creamy Herbs N’ Spices, a talented blend comedians from across the Lower 48 states, some who have NEVER been to Alaska before.
Standup from:
Seynique Smith, Art Cai, Mo Alexander, Jose DaHype, Richard Jones, rachel kang, Andrea Wang, Chris Bazemore & More!
Hosted by Andrea Feniger!
Live at The Broken Blender * Thursday April 2nd
Doors 7:45pm * Show at 8:00pm
Ages 21+ General Admission
Tickets $15
B4uDie Roast Battle
Who can Roast their way out of a paper bag? Who's Mother is the fattest?
Some of the funniest and quickest comics of the fest, lob insults in attempt to win the 2nd annual B4uDie Roast Battle Championship.
Live at Koot's * Thursday, April 32nd
Doors 8:45pm Show at 9:00pm
Tickets $20
21+ * VIP Seating Available
Best of B4uDie Sterling
The B4uDie Squad is heading out to Sterling Alaska to make the funny happen. This show is an exciting mix of very talented Alaskan comedians with Paco Leshan, Rachel Blackwell and Rudy Ascott paired with the ridiculously funny and effortlessly charming B4uDIe fest Alumni Hayden Kristal.
Friday April 3rd 7-9:30pm
Naptowne Brewing Co in Sterling Alaska
Doors open 6:45pm Show 7pm
Ages 21+ General Admission $25 ~ BYOC
Best of B4uDie Talkeetna
The B4uDie Squad is heading out to the backwoods of Talkeetna to make the funny happen. This show is an exciting mix of national comedians, returning festival aluni and some talented Alaskan comedians.
Beau Wilcox: You can probably tell from the shirt, but Beau majored in Acting in college. Which was great, until other people started to get attention. So now, he’s a Stand Up Comedian. Beau was selected as one of The Comics to Watch at the New York Comedy Festival and has performed on many festivals nationwide. You can see him performing nightly in clubs all around New York City.
Jared Hazen: the Alaskan Air Force vet turned comedian, who's guaranteed to make you laugh! With years of experience braving the wilderness of Alaska and as a disabled veteran, Jared brings a unique blend of rugged humor, childhood stories, and sharp wit to the stage
Jose DaHype: Born in New Orleans, Jose blends political and queer story telling with a brand of funny only they can bring.
Max Kaczor is a stand up comedian from Buffalo, NY who now lives in NYC. He is known for his observational conversation style comedy that has gotten him to the final's of the Buffalo's Funniest Person Competition 2022 presented by Helium Comedy Club Buffalo, and was a finalist in Maine's Wicked Funny Laugh Off 2023 presented by Great Falls Comedy Club. Max debuted his first solo hour, "Born Greg", at the 2024 KC Fringe Festival. He is a co-producer of "Thursday At... Comedy", and was the co-host of the "StouryTime" Podcast from 2022 - 2023.
With Support from Paco Leshan
Hosted by Matt Burgoon!
Friday April 3rd 7-9:30pm
Sheldon Arts Hangar in Talkeetna
Doors open 6:45pm
Ages 18+ General Admission $25
You Don’t Win Friends With Salad!
Didn’t your father ever tell you, “You don’t win friends with salad?” Did they ever tell you while making a conga line and dancing at your expense? If I had a nickle.
Standup from: Nic hawk, Art Cai, Timmy Booth, Scot Busby, Rachel Kang, JJ Curry, Spencer Bland, Andrew Ledbetter, Mudit Verma & More!
Hosted by Ethan Giles!
Live at Koot’s * Friday April 3rd
Doors 6:45pm * Show at 7:00pm
Ages 21+ General Admission
Tickets $15
Hari Kondabolu
Hari Kondabolu
The NY Times called him “one of the most exciting political comics in stand-up today” and described his 2018 Netflix special “Warn Your Relatives” as “an incisively funny and formally adventurous hour that reveals a comic in command of his powers.” His most recent special “Vacation Baby” is now available on Hulu.
In 2017, his truTV documentary “The Problem with Apu” was released and created a global conversation about race and representation.
Hari has also released two comedy albums, “Waiting for 2042” & “Mainstream American Comic” with legendary indie rock label Kill Rock Stars.
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Featuring: Austin Fortune and Jenny Gorelick
Hosted by: Ida Taylor
Live at The Bear Tooth Theatre Pub
Friday, April 3rd
Doors 7:00pm Show 7:30pm
$35+ Tickets available here
Ages 14-21+General & VIP Seating Available
Minors must be accompanied by an adult
Friends of Dorothy ~ A Queer Comedy Fundraiser
Are you a Friend of Dorothy?
We’re partnering with Arciniega Street Productions to bring ya’ll A Queer Comedy Fundraiser with some of the funniest LGBTQIA+ Comedians B4uDie Fest has to offer with all the proceeds going to support our neighbors at Choosing Our Roots!
Standup from: Rachel Kang, Cori Stewart, Miriam Kirk, Nic Hawk, Sarina Ochoa, Sabrina Speers, Megan Malone & more!
Hosted by Joe Stolz
Live at Paradise Club @ Bernie's Bungalow Friday, April 3rd
Doors 8:45pm Show at 9ish pm
Ages 21+ * General Admission & VIP Seating Available
Tickets $20 supporting Choosing Our Roots
"Close the door, I'm dressing!" Underwear Show with Bailey & Sean!
Lingerie? Diapers? Bathrobes?
"Close the door, I'm dressing!" Underwear Show is a special annual showcase where B4uDie Fest Comedians perform in anything but pants.
Rated R for a sexy good time!
Standup From: Ryan Goodcase, Eddo, Bianco Moore, Tom Plute, Diana Graham, Alex Bozinovic, Seynique Smith, Matti Ray Harvey and More!
Hosted by Special Guests Bailey Erickson & Sean Beagan!
Live at Koot's Ice Bar Friday April 3rd
Doors 8:45pm Show at 9:00pm
21+ * Limited & VIP Seating Available
Tickets $25 Early & $30 General Admission
Late Nite Laughs 2
Ready for a dirty good time? Late Nite Laughs is a collection of some of the dirtiest comedians of B4uDie Fest.
This show is not for the easily offended.
Standup From: Erin Depke, Vivian Burgett, Hannah Beck, Hunter Roberts, Mike Comer, Byran Otten, Kayvon Berhroozian & More!
Hosted by Ida Taylor
Live at Koot's Ice Bar Friday, April 3rd
Doors 10:45pm Show at 11:00pm
21+ * VIP Seating Available
Tickets $20
Croutons! A Clean Comedy Showcase
What’s a Ranch covered salad without croutons? Nothing! That’s what.
A clean family friendly PG comedy experience.
Standup from: Cori Stewart, Richard Jones, Alan Snider, Andrea Wang, Andrea Feniger, Erin Depke, Hannah Beck, Carrie Ross and more!
Hosted by Ben Peterson!
Live at Refuge Coffee* Saturday April 4th
Doors 12:45pm * Show at 1:00pm
Ages 14+ General Admission
Free show
Improv Comedy Mini Fest
It’s a comedy fest within a comedy fest! Improv Comedy is one of the funniest forms of live comedy. B4uDIe Fest is happy to announce our Improv Mini Fest featuring sets from teams like:
Tuesday Goodies
Jean Wilder
Clint
Hogwash
Yes..AndChorage!
Live at Koot’s * Saturday April 4th
Doors 4:45pm * Show at 5:00pm
Ages 21+ General Admission
Tickets $15
Coffee Talk!
Coffee Talk is a traditional B4uDIe Fest show where we grab a coffee and dish about the days events and hear the latest topical jokes, the song of our people.
Standup from a mystery select of fabulous comedians from across the lesser 48 states!
Hosted by Sabrina Speers!
Live at The Cafe Commons Wasilla* Saturday April 4th
Doors 4:45pm * Show at 5:00pm
Ages 14+ FREE Show
Secret Sauce
The Secret Sauce is a top secret concoction of hilarity, audacity and sprinkled with a pop of cuntiness. We will never reveal the true recipe of the Secret Sauce, you must be there to taste the glory in person.
Standup from: Bailey Erickson, Sean Beagan, Alex Bozinovic, Samantha Archual, Spencer Bland, Bianca Moore, Mike Comer, Derek Reed, Eddo & More!
Hosted by Bryan Otten!
Live at Koot’s * Saturday April 4th
Doors 6:45pm * Show at 7:00pm
Ages 21+ General Admission
Tickets $15
Best of B4uDie Seward
The B4uDie Squad is heading out to Seward Alaska to make the funny happen. This show is an exciting mix of very talented Alaskan comedians with Justin Sands, Katelyn Owens and Rudy Ascott paired with the ridiculously funny and effortlessly charming B4uDIe fest Alumni Hayden Kristal.
With Support from Sean Ulman.
Saturday April 4th 8-10pm
The Yukon Bar in Seward Alaska
Doors open 7:45pm Show 8pm
Ages 21+ General Admission $25
Ranch Party featuring Not Hot Ones
Not Hot Ones is a comedy games show where comedians eat spicier and spicier wings and tell their jokes.
It has nothing to do with that Youtube Talk Show with Sean Evans, so stop suggesting that.
Just a good old ranch covered time.
Standup from a mystery select of fabulous comedians from across the lesser 48 states!
Hosted by Derek Reed!
Live at Koot’s* Saturday April 4th
Doors 4:45pm * Show at 5:00pm
Ages 14+ General Admission
Tickets $20
Roz Hernandez
A night of Spooky Queer Comedy Featuring Roz Hernandez(Hulu, Netflix, Ghosted!)
With support from Rudy Ascott, Kass Smiley & Hosted by Athena Nuff!
Sponsored by Mad Myrna’s & The Historic Anchorage Hotel.
Tickets: General Admission $25 +fees
Tables first come first serve
Doors 8:30pm ~ Show 9pm
21+ w/ valid ID
Refunds available until 24hrs before- No refunds day of show.
Eeland Stribling LIVE at Naptowne Brewing Company
Eeland Stribling, your aunty’s favorite stand-up comedian! Recently moved to New York but from Denver, CO.
You may have seen them at the Alaska B4uDie Comedy Festival!
Winner of the 2025 Don’t Tell Comedy competition and 2023 and 2024 New Faces winner at Comedy Works. Eeland regularly tours across the country. His favorite comedy stops includes Boston, Chicago, New York, LA, and Austin. He has been selected to perform at many festivals like, Laughing Skull, High Plains , 10k Laughs, Limestone, Flyover, Alaska Comedy Festival, Cloudtop Comedy Festival, and more.
But comedy isn’t his only talent, he’s also a wildlife biologist and environmental educator. Has been called the “Black Steve Irwin,”. Chosen to share his story on an episode of Roots of Comedy on PBS with Jesus Trejo. He loves teaching about the wonders of nature. And if you’re lucky, he might come to your city teaching the community about fly fishing and caring about nature.
He decided to combine his two passions in his hit series, Comedians on the Fly, where he takes your favorite comedians fly-fishing. They tell stories about comedy, get tangled and maybe catch a fish!
On stage, in nature, in Studio. Eeland was the host of the Outside Show.
Now, don’t be fooled by his silly and grumpy demeanor, Eeland’s got a heart of gold buried under all the sarcasm. And he’ll make sure you leave his show with a belly full of laughs, an animal fact and a brand new opinion on everything from politics to penguins. Don't miss out on a night of laughs with Eeland Stribling! Grab your tickets now, and treat yourself.
LIVE at Naptowne Brewing Company, Sterling AK~ ONE NIGHT ONLY ~ SATURDAY AUGUST 30th ~ 21+ ~ General Admission ~ Tickets $20
with support from Rudy Ascott and Kass Smiley
Checkout Eeland's Comedy here
Eeland Stribling LIVE at The Gumbo House
Eeland Stribling, your aunty’s favorite stand-up comedian! Recently moved to New York but from Denver, CO.
You may have seen them at the Alaska B4uDie Comedy Festival!
Winner of the 2025 Don’t Tell Comedy competition and 2023 and 2024 New Faces winner at Comedy Works. Eeland regularly tours across the country. His favorite comedy stops includes Boston, Chicago, New York, LA, and Austin. He has been selected to perform at many festivals like, Laughing Skull, High Plains , 10k Laughs, Limestone, Flyover, Alaska Comedy Festival, Cloudtop Comedy Festival, and more.
But comedy isn’t his only talent, he’s also a wildlife biologist and environmental educator. Has been called the “Black Steve Irwin,”. Chosen to share his story on an episode of Roots of Comedy on PBS with Jesus Trejo. He loves teaching about the wonders of nature. And if you’re lucky, he might come to your city teaching the community about fly fishing and caring about nature.
He decided to combine his two passions in his hit series, Comedians on the Fly, where he takes your favorite comedians fly-fishing. They tell stories about comedy, get tangled and maybe catch a fish!
On stage, in nature, in Studio. Eeland was the host of the Outside Show.
Now, don’t be fooled by his silly and grumpy demeanor, Eeland’s got a heart of gold buried under all the sarcasm. And he’ll make sure you leave his show with a belly full of laughs, an animal fact and a brand new opinion on everything from politics to penguins. Don't miss out on a night of laughs with Eeland Stribling! Grab your tickets now, and treat yourself.
LIVE at The Gumbo House ONE NIGHT ONLY ~ THURSDAY AUGUST 29th ~ 18+ ~ General Admission ~ Tickets $20
with support from Sabrina Speers, Matt Burgoon and Ben Peterson!
Checkout Eeland's Comedy here
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dHFn3Z3uNcM
Eeland Stribling LIVE at Mad Myrna's
Eeland Stribling, your Aunty’s favorite stand-up comedian! Recently moved to New York but from Denver, CO.
You may have seen them at the Alaska B4uDie Comedy Festival!
Winner of the 2025 Don’t Tell Comedy competition and 2023 and 2024 New Faces winner at Comedy Works. Eeland regularly tours across the country. His favorite comedy stops includes Boston, Chicago, New York, LA, and Austin. He has been selected to perform at many festivals like, Laughing Skull, High Plains , 10k Laughs, Limestone, Flyover, Alaska Comedy Festival, Cloudtop Comedy Festival, and more.
But comedy isn’t his only talent, he’s also a wildlife biologist and environmental educator. Has been called the “Black Steve Irwin,”. Chosen to share his story on an episode of Roots of Comedy on PBS with Jesus Trejo. He loves teaching about the wonders of nature. And if you’re lucky, he might come to your city teaching the community about fly fishing and caring about nature.
He decided to combine his two passions in his hit series, Comedians on the Fly, where he takes your favorite comedians fly-fishing. They tell stories about comedy, get tangled and maybe catch a fish!
On stage, in nature, in Studio. Eeland was the host of the Outside Show.
Now, don’t be fooled by his silly and grumpy demeanor, Eeland’s got a heart of gold buried under all the sarcasm. And he’ll make sure you leave his show with a belly full of laughs, an animal fact and a brand new opinion on everything from politics to penguins. Don't miss out on a night of laughs with Eeland Stribling! Grab your tickets now, and treat yourself.
LIVE at Mad Myrna's ONE NIGHT ONLY ~ THURSDAY AUGUST 28th ~ 21+ ~ General Admission ~ Tickets $10
with support from Ida Taylor and Athena Nuff!
Checkout Eeland's Comedy here ---------> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L_eMsThoOwE
https://www.youtube.com/@Eeland_Stribling
The Last Gasp
The Last Gasp is the death knell of B4uDie 2025. This is the last chance for any Performers, Sponsors, Guests or Special Celebrities to take the stage and grace the mic, to expel all their final feelings about their B4uDie Camp experiences.
Standup from: Mike Cormer, Laneal, Rachel Blackwell & More!
Hosted By: Sabrina Speers
Live at Koot’s * Sunday, April 6th
Doors 7:00pm * Show at 7:30pm
21+ * General & VIP Seating Available
FREE SHOW
The Revenants Showcase
The Revenants are the ones who rise from the dead to triumphantly return to the stage once again to round out B4uDie Fest with one last showcase of laughs.
Standup from: Sabrina Speers, Rachel Blackwell & More!
Live at Koot’s Sunday, April 6th
Doors 5:00pm Show at 5:30pm
21+ * General & VIP Seating Available
FREE SHOW
B4uDie Film Fest Featuring Niles Abston’s ‘98 Honda
B4uDie Film Fest is back with another Alaskan short comedy film-making contest and a special screening of Niles Abston’s critically acclaimed short film ‘98 Honda.
Short Films from: Niles Abston, Alaska Filmakers, Matt & Megan & Mike DGAF & More!
Hosted by Ida Taylor & AK Filmmakerrs
Live at Anchorage Museum Sunday, April 6th
Doors 2:30pm Show at 3:00pm
Ages 14+ * General & VIP Seating Available
FREE SHOW
Best of The Fest Awards
5th Annual Best of The Fest! This lineup is stacked with some of the best comedians of the festival. Someone chosen by the audience will walk away with a trophy and prize pack.
Standup From: Special Lineup To Be Announced!
Hosted by Ben Peterson
Live at Koot's Saturday, April 5th
Doors 8:45pm Show at 9:00pm
21+ * VIP Seating Available
Tickets Here: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/alaskab4udiecomedyfestival/1550536?
Standup! Pants Down!
Lingerie? Diapers? Bathrobes?
Standup! Pants Down! is a special annual showcase where B4uDie Fest Comedians performing in anything but pants.
Rated R for a sexy good time!
Standup From: Meredith Dietz, Genia Dulot, Joe Striks, Greg Rowland, Jessie Best, Shawna Blake, Sean Beagan and More!
Hosted by Jake Armstrong
Live at Koot's Ice Bar Saturday, April 5th
Doors 8:45pm Show at 9:00pm
21+ * Limited & VIP Seating Available
$20 Early & $30 General Admission
Tickets Here: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/alaskab4udiecomedyfestival/1550539?
Best of B4uDie Seward
The Best of B4uDie is hitting the road and heading back to The Yukon Bar in Seward!
JARED HAZEN: Meet Jared Hazen, the Alaskan Air Force vet turned comedian, who's guaranteed to make you laugh! With years of experience braving the wilderness of Alaska and as a disabled veteran, Jared brings a unique blend of rugged humor, childhood stories, and sharp wit to the stage.
Standup From: Meredith Kerr, Shawn Carter and Travis Stevenson.
Hosted by Jared Hazen
SHAWN CARTER: Shawn Carter is a comedian known for his every man sensibilities and sharp joke-writing abilities. His work has been featured in the Boston Globe, the Boston Comedy Festival, and clubs, colleges, and theaters all over New England. He captivates audiences with material drawn from his everyday life, vividly conveying the trials and triumphs of personal intimacy, pet ownership, and dropping out of community college. In 2023 he released his comedy album “Boston to Bristol” through Blonde Medicine. Boston to Bristol debuted at #1 on the iTunes Comedy Chart and video clips from the recording quickly went viral racking up millions of views on-line. He possesses the rare ability to command a wide variety of rooms, whether they’re packed with millennial urbanites or suburban families. He is also known as a capable, quick-witted emcee, a skill he’s honed over years of hosting local showcases and open mics. He is not married to Beyoncé. Shawn has opened for such well known comedians as Deon Cole, Orny Adams, and Joe DeRosa.
MEREDITH KERR: Meet Meredith Kerr, the single, sassy, and sober comedian who’s taking the comedy scene by storm. With a sharp wit and fearless attitude, she delivers punchlines that cut through the noise and leave audiences in stitches. Embracing her sobriety with pride, Meredith uses her unique perspective to craft humor that’s both relatable and refreshingly original. When she's not commanding the stage, she’s living life to the fullest, proving that being single and sober is anything but boring. Get ready to laugh, think, and be inspired by this comedic powerhouse.
TRAVIS STEVENSON: Travis Stevenson is a fast rising Stand-Up Comedian from East Tennessee. Travis was a featured performer at this year’s Asheville Comedy Festival and was recently named best of fest at the “Rubber City Comedy Festival” and “Laugh Out Loveland Festival”.
Live at The Yukon Bar Saturday, April 5th
Doors 7:30pm Show at 8:00pm
21+ * Limited General & VIP Seating Available
Tickets Here: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/alaskab4udiecomedyfestival/1550537?
Friends of Dorothy
Psssst... Are you a friend of Dorothy? We're having a meeting of the minds. Bring your best Judys and come ready to laugh. Some of the best LGBTQIA+ Comics from B4uDie Fest all in one room.
Standup From: Annam Choudry, D.Lo, Athena Nuff, Derek Reed, Phoenix, Chaz Carter, Mike Cormer, Justin Sands and More!
Hosted by Katelyn Owens
Live at The Gumbo House Friday, April 5th
Doors 7:00pm Show at 7:30pm
18+ Cash Bar
Tickets Here: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/alaskab4udiecomedyfestival/1550531?
Mary Santora Koot’s
Mary Santora
The slightly dark, incredibly quick, observational style of Mary Santora's comedy is one that is uniquely her own. Drawing from real life experiences, Mary takes the audience on a storytelling driven ride, while seamlessly weaving in and out of crowd interactions, leaving a lasting impression on anyone who sees her. Santora's debut album, "Hillbilly Boujee" hit #1 on both iTunes and Amazon, #5 on Billboard, and can be heard regularly on SiriusXM.
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Featuring: Curtis Cook and Andrea Feniger
Hosted by: Matthew S. Burgoon
Live at Koot's Saturday, April 5th
Doors 6:30pm Show 7:00pm
21+ * Limited General & VIP Seating Available
Tickets $25 Advance & $30
Tickets Here: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/alaskab4udiecomedyfestival/1550533?
Thrift Shoppe
It's a Thrift Shoppe Sober Sip Shop and Comedy. Grab a Mocktail, Browse the wares.
Grab that vintage sweater and settle in for a cozy comedy show.
Standup From: Lou Pharis, Curtis Cook, Ray Roberts, Zach Williams, Derrick Brooks, Tamra Brown, Josh Emmerson, Rudy Ascott & More!
Hosted by Ida Taylor
Live at Rage City Vintage Saturday, April 5th
Doors 6:00pm Show at 6:30pm
Ages 14+ * Limited General & VIP Seating Available
Tickets Here: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/alaskab4udiecomedyfestival/1550526?
Mary Santora Talkeetna
Mary Santora
The slightly dark, incredibly quick, observational style of Mary Santora's comedy is one that is uniquely her own. Drawing from real life experiences, Mary takes the audience on a storytelling driven ride, while seamlessly weaving in and out of crowd interactions, leaving a lasting impression on anyone who sees her. Santora's debut album, "Hillbilly Boujee" hit #1 on both iTunes and Amazon, #5 on Billboard, and can be heard regularly on SiriusXM.
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Featuring: Ray Roberts
Hosted by: Rudy Ascott
Doors 8:30pm Show 9:00pm
21+ * Member, General & VIP Seating Available
Tickets Here: TBA
Crushers
These comics are CRUSHERS. The heavy hitters. This lineup is stacked with some of the best of the fest.
Standup From: Meredith Dietz, Ash Diggs, Tamra Brown, Mike Smith, Joe Striks, Curtis Cook, Jared Hazen & More!
Hosted by Joe Stolz
Live at Koot's Friday, April 4th
Doors 8:45pm Show at 9:00pm
21+ * VIP Seating Available
Tickets
Alaska Is A Joke
Alaska Is A Joke: A Comedy Showcase
7 p.m. Friday, April 4 Anchorage Museum Auditorium
A ptarmigan walks into a bar…just kidding. Joking about Alaska is far funnier than that!
Laugh until you cry during this comedy showcase produced by B4UDie Comedy Festival in connection with current exhibition, Tricksters and Sourdoughs. “Alaska is a Joke" will feature 8-10 comedians, some from Alaska and some from other states or countries who all have jokes centered on their experience in visiting or living in Alaska.
Standup From: Liz Reaves, Joshua Emmerson, Bridjet Mendyuk, Chaz Carter, Katelyn Owens, Sabrina Speers, Rachel Blackwell and More!
Hosted by Justin Sands
Live at The Anchorage Museum Friday, April 4th
Free. Seating is first-come, first-served; come early and check out the First Friday offerings at Tricksters and Sourdoughs before the show.
Bunny Boots Showcase
Winter camping wouldn't be complete without your Bunny Boots.
This comedy showcase feature comics from Los Angeles, Tennessee, Seattle, Denver and Alaska!
Standup From: Elke Thoms, Meredith Kerr, Alfred Konuwa, Justin Lawrence Hoyt, Shawna Carter & More!
Hosted by Jared Hazen
Live at Koot's Friday, April 4th
Doors 6:30pm Show at 7:00pm
21+ * VIP Seating Available
Tickets Here: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/alaskab4udiecomedyfestival/1550522?
Best of B4uDie Cordova
Smackbox Entertainment and Alaska B4uDie Presents The Best of B4uDie Comedy Festival LIVE at The Cordova Center North Star Theater in Cordova Alaska!
Shawna Blake delivers surprising and hilarious performances with calm confidence, a wink and finger guns. She brings a crowd along as if we were all close friends while she divulges embarrassing moments, private thoughts and personal victories. Her small town charm and cutting wit have delighted audiences across the country.
Zach Williams is based in Memphis, TN where he host Bell Curve comedy, a weekly open mic and co-produces the High Cotton Comedy Show. His comedy has been described as dark and subversive, but mostly it’s just puns. He would like to thank his family and his girlfriend for supporting him in all his indulgent endeavors.
Mattiray Harvey is a comedian living the wild life in Alaska. When not going viral for their hilarious butch centric comedy on TikTok, they perform all over The Last Frontier. Matti is a staple performer and working with headliners at Koot’s, The Broken Blender and more.
Hosted by Matti Ray Harvey
Live at The Cordova Center North Star Theater Friday, April 4th
Doors 6:30pm Show at 7:00pm
Ages 21+ * General Seating Available
Tickets Here: https://www.smackbox.biz
The Goldrush
You've hit The Goldrush! It's an avalanche of talented comedians from across America.
Some of the best from B4uDie Fest all in one room.
Standup From: Annam Choudry, D.Lo, Austin Fortune, Ash Diggs, Ben Robles, Damien Esperanza, Goldie Gold and More!
Hosted by Justin Sands
Live at The Gumbo House Thursday, April 3rd
Doors 8:45pm Show at 9:00pm
18+ Cash Bar
Tickets Here: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/alaskab4udiecomedyfestival/1550519?
B4uDie Roast Battle
Who can Roast their way out of a paper bag? Who's Mother is the fattest?
Some of the funniest and quickest comics of the fest, lob insults in attempt to win the first ever B4uDie Roast Battle Championship.
Live at Koot's Thursday, April 3rd
Doors 8:45pm Show at 9:00pm
21+ * VIP Seating Available
Tickets Here: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/alaskab4udiecomedyfestival/1550483?
Pizza Party
Rise and Shine Campers and welcome to B4uDie Camp's Pizza Party.
A fun mix of standup comedy and an old school 90's Pizza Party, provided by B4uDie Fest!
Standup From:
Travis Stevenson, Pippa Spindel, Joshua Emmerson, Noman Hosni, Genia Dulot, Derrick Brooks & More!
Hosted by Paco Leshan
Live at Koot's Thursday, April 3rd
Doors 6:30pm Show at 7:00pm
21+ * VIP Seating Available
Tickets Here: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/alaskab4udiecomedyfestival/15504
Best of B4uDie Talkeetna
The Best of B4uDie is hitting the road and heading back to The Denali Arts Council at he Sheldon Art’s Hangar in Talketna!
ALEX MORRIS: Described by some as the Eeyore of comedy, Alex Morris is the kind of comic that when you see him on stage, you'll feel a wave of pure joy and satisfaction wash over you knowing that this is what you get when Daria and Fat Albert have a love child.
ALFRED KONUWA: With an infectious, high-energy style that is both crowd-pleasing and edgy, Alfred incorporates a combination of happiness, joy, anger and bitterness in his comedy. Alfred has been featured as a repeat guest on NPR's "Weekend Edition." Konuwa won the wildcard round of the 2020 World Series of Comedy. In 2022, he advanced to the semifinals of the Seattle International Comedy Competition. Alfred is the creator of the Pro Wrestling Bits YouTube channel, which has amassed almost 30,000 subscribers.
LOU PHARIS: Lou Pharis is a Denver based stand-up comedian and teacher who uses his high energy and outrageous experiences in the classroom to keep crowds laughing. After failing to make the NFL and win American Ninja Warrior, Lou turned his talents to the public education system. His viral videos on teaching and marriage have amassed over 70 million views on social media. Lou has been featured across the US and UK, has been seen on Bored Teachers and NBC, and was a finalist for Comedy Works New Faces Contest.
Hosted by Jessie James Best
Live at Denali Arts Council Thursday, April 3rd
Doors 6:30pm Show at 7:00pm
* General & VIP Seating Available
Tickets Here: https://denaliartscouncil.app.neoncrm.com/event.jsp?event=3284&
B4uDie Story Tellers
Gather round kiddies. It's time for B4uDie Campfire tales, with some of the funniest short story tellers of the festival.
Kickback and enjoy, listen and get toasted.
Standup from: Ryan Rogers, Ray Roberts, Derek Anthony, Goldie Gold, Sabrina Speers and More!
Hosted by Joe Stolz
Live at The Broken Blender Thursday, April 3rd
Doors 6:30pm Show at 7:00pm
21+ * VIP Seating Available
Tickets $15
Tickets Here: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/alaskab4udiecomedyfestival/1625502
Cheechakos Showcase
Talented comedians from across the Lower 48 states who have NEVER been to Alaska before.
Standup from:
Ray Roberts, Stephen Henry, Mike Smith, Bridjet Menduyk, Wendy Wilkins, Evan Rollins & More!
Live at Koot’s
Doors 8:45pm
Tickets Here: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/alaskab4udiecomedyfestival/1548901?
Lower 48 Invasion Showcase
Alaska is being INVADED!! By insanely talented Comedians from all across the globe.
Standup from:
Shawna Blake, Ryan Rogers, Squirly, Zach Williams, Sean Beagan, Liz Reaves, Zach Mama & More!
Live at Koot’s
Doors 6:30 pm
Tickets Here:https://www.tickettailor.com/events/alaskab4udiecomedyfestival/1548870?
Local Legends
Which Alaskan Comedian will take home the coveted Local Legends Trophy? The audience has the power to decide their fate.
It’s the 5th Annual B4uDie Local Legends Show & Awards, with standup from:
Greg Rowland, Rudy Ascott, Matt Burgoon, Paco Leshan, Andrea Feniger, Matti Ray Harvey, Bryan Otten, Austin Fortune & More!
Live at Koot’s
Doors 6:30pm
Tickets Here: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/alaskab4udiecomedyfestival/1541385?
B4uDie Kick Off Party
The 5th Annual Alaska B4uDie Comedy Festival Kick Off Party!
Live at Van’s Dive Bar
Doors 6:30- Seating Limited
FREE SHOW