Austria's Best New Comedian 2026

Who will be Austria's Best New Comedian of the Year 2026? We’re about to find out!

Watch the rising stars of Austria's English stand-up comedy scene take the stage to compete for the ultimate title: Austria’s Best New Comedian of the Year 2026.

27 contestants from all over Austria will try to make you laugh across 4 heats and 1 final, but only one comedian will walk away with the title.

What started as a bold idea is now becoming a fixture in Austria’s English comedy scene. The stage is set for a new wave of comedians stepping into the spotlight. Last year set the tone.
This year raises the stakes.

The best part? You get to decide. That’s right, the audience plays a big part in deciding who makes it to the final and who wins it all. So come along, have some laughs and support your favourite new comedian in Austria. This could be their first step toward something huge!

*All performances are in English. May contain strong language and mature content. No entry after 20:30h.