Late Nights, Big Laughs & Festival Shenanigans: The 2026 Comedy Lineup
The music may be the main attraction at Telluride Blues & Brews, but comedy has become one of the festival's favorite traditions.
Throughout the weekend, attendees can catch performances on the Blues Stage, at Campground Sessions, and during after-hours shows at the Juke Joints. This year's lineup features nationally touring comedians, television stars, award-winning writers, and some of Colorado's top comedic talent.
Here's who's bringing the laughs to Telluride this September.
Troy Walker
Denver native Troy Walker has quickly become one of comedy's most respected rising voices. A writer for Jimmy Kimmel Live!, Walker has also contributed to both the 95th and 96th Academy Awards broadcasts. His stand-up credits include appearances on The Late Late Show, VICE's Flophouse, Comedy Central's Corporate, and a coveted "New Faces" selection at Just For Laughs Montréal.
Returning to Colorado for Blues & Brews, Walker brings a sharp, intelligent style that has earned him fans both on stage and behind the scenes.
Baron Vaughn
With a career spanning stand-up, television, film, and podcasting, Baron Vaughn is one of the most versatile performers on this year's comedy lineup.
Many will recognize him from Netflix's Grace and Frankie or as the voice of Tom Servo on Mystery Science Theater 3000. A veteran stand-up comic with more than two decades of experience, Vaughn has appeared on Conan, 2 Dope Queens, and major comedy festivals across the country while releasing two acclaimed comedy albums.
Kiran Deol
Actor, filmmaker, writer, and stand-up comedian Kiran Deol brings a unique perspective shaped by her work across multiple creative disciplines.
Her debut comedy special, Joysuck, is streaming on Amazon Prime, while her film and television credits include Sunnyside, Modern Family, How to Get Away with Murder, and the Sundance-selected feature Didn't Die. As both a performer and storyteller, Deol has built a reputation for comedy that is smart, personal, and refreshingly original.
Hannah Jones
One of Colorado's fastest-rising comedians, Hannah Jones has built a devoted audience through her stand-up and social media presence, where her videos have generated more than 30 million views.
Based in Denver, Jones is a regular at Comedy Works and has shared stages with comedians including Kumail Nanjiani, Atsuko Okatsuka, Aziz Ansari, and Dave Attell. Drawing inspiration from her unconventional upbringing and modern life, she delivers a style that is candid, relatable, and consistently hilarious.
Comedy Schedule
Friday, September 18
10:00 PM • Juke Joint
Saturday, September 19
4:00–5:00 PM • Blues Stage
10:00 PM • Juke Joint
Sunday, September 20
12:30–1:30 PM • Campground Sessions
4:00–5:00 PM • Blues Stage
Whether you're looking for a late-night show after the music wraps up, a break between sets, or a unique Campground Sessions experience, be sure to add comedy to your festival schedule. The laughs are included.