In 2015, Ian Sirota and the late great Josh Haddon, sat in a parking lot trying to figure out how to improve the comedy scene in the Durham region. With Josh’s skill in running a comedy club and Ian’s countless years on the comedy circuit, the two friends decided to bring big time entertainment to the region. Hence the 905 Comedy fest was born. Why drive into the city for a laugh when the cream of the comedy crop can come to you.

The first year was a smashing success with a live taping from CBC, sold out shows, and a ton of laughs. In 2016 Josh lost his battle to cancer and the fest took a one-year hiatus but now it’s back with even bigger names and more laughs. Take the exit from the daily grind, lay back, laugh, love and enjoy the 905 Comedy Fest.

Line-up: Heidi Foss, Tom Calnan, Alex Pavone, Jacob Balshin, Joze Piranian and Jay & Eytan. Hosted by Ali Hassan.