Saddle up—applications for the 2026 Saratoga Comedy Festival are officially open! Below you’ll find everything you need to submit, including deadlines, pricing tiers (yes, they’re horse-themed… we couldn’t help ourselves), and application requirements.

To complete your application, please make sure to submit the following materials. Incomplete submissions may not be reviewed.

Attach a short bio. Keep it clean, concise, and professional—or at least funny.

Your submission video is the most important part of your application.

Please follow these guidelines:

• YouTube links preferred (public or unlisted).
• No Dropbox links or similar file-sharing platforms.
• 5–10 minutes in length, starting from your introduction.
• Continuous set only—no montages (unless we ask for one—we love montages when they're invited).
• Make sure audio and lighting are clear.
   

Complete the application form below and attach all required materials. Once your submission is successfully uploaded and payment is processed, you’ll receive a confirmation email.

APPLY HERE!

We look forward to seeing your submission. Good luck, and may the best jokes win.

 Submission fees cover administrative review and processing and therefore cannot be refunded under any circumstances, including but not limited to non-selection, performer availability, or event changes.