Just For Laughs festival unveils first slate of its line-up

First slate of Just For Laughs festival programming unveiled April 13, 2023. (Courtesy Facebook/@justforlaughs )

By Tina Tenneriello

Posted April 13, 2023 10:57 am.

Last Updated April 13, 2023 11:03 am.

Festival season is around the corner in Montreal and the world renowned Just For Laughs festival has just unveiled the first slate of its line-up for the 41st edition.

Ali Wong, Russell Peters, Jonathan Van Ness, and Jack Whitehall are among the headliners for this summer’s festival which will run from July 14th to 29th.

“With this great roster of star power already lined up for this summer, this year promises non-stop laughter and unforgettable experiences”, said Just For Laughs President Bruce Hills.

Adding this first announcement is just the beginning and more will be unveiled in the coming weeks.

“We have many more announcements to come, as our festival continues to celebrate the power of humour to bring people together, and to provide a platform for new stars to be discovered”.

The festival hub will be at the Place des Festivals in downtown Montreal – but there are shows and events that will take place across the city.

Tickets will go on sale as of Thursday April 13.

See the line-up here.

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