Joke Jungle Festival

The first international Stand-Up Comedy Festival in Styria! The Joke Jungle Festival brings the Stand-Up Comedy scene to the main stage of the Helmut List Halle D - DETROIT on June 26, 2026. In the afternoon, a newcomer show will present new talents from Austria and beyond. In the evening, the main stage will feature established comedians and international guests. The grand JOKE JUNGLE closing show. One day. Two shows. One main stage. Languages: Austrian German, German & English. The Joke Jungle Festival is part of COMEDY ART TABLE - an initiative to develop a sustainable Stand-Up Comedy ecosystem and the open mic scene in Styria. The Joke Jungle Festival sees itself as a platform for new voices, international perspectives, and the further development of Stand-Up Comedy culture in Styria.

FRESH JUNGLE
Newcomer Showcase - The Next Generation of Stand-Up Comedy
The Fresh Jungle Show kicks off the JOKE JUNGLE FESTIVAL with a diverse lineup of emerging talents from the Austrian and international Stand-Up scene. Look forward to a mix of fresh perspectives, new voices, and surprising punchlines - presented by artists taking the next step to the big stage. Guiding you through the afternoon:
Michael Diekers (Founder of Comedy Verein Graz & Parkhouse Comedy)
Eric Big Klit (Drag artist, Host, 1st Mister Tuntenball & founder of various queer events)
Featuring among others:
• Lisa-Marie Bähr ("Punch Up Comedy" & Co-founder of ComedyKollektiv Diversity)
• Guillem Gonzalez (International Stand-Up Comedian, Resident Alpin Fools Salzburg)
• Kostyantyn (Vienna’s Best Well-Dressed Comedian)
• Jacob Liss (Austria’s Next Best New Comedian Of The Year 2025 - Vice)
… and many more exciting acts!
Languages: Austrian German, German & English
An ideal start to the festival day - raw, direct, and full of energy.

PRIME JUNGLE
Mainstage Night - International Stand-Up Comedy
The Prime Jungle Show will shake the big festival stage in the evening. Experience a colorful lineup of established comedians and international guests - with strong voices from Austria, Europe, and beyond. Featuring:
• Gilbert Blechschmid (Resident of LachAmol Humor Collective Carinthia, Host of Airport Comedy)
• Eichberger & Niemand (Winner of the Audience Award Kleinkunstvogel 2026, Talent Cabaret Show 2025, and more)
• Donald McNail (Resident of InsideJoke Stand-Up Bulgaria)
• Tamas Vamos (International Stand-Up Comedian)
• Niko Nagl (Host of Clownfish Comedy and winner of Herkules - Klagenfurt's Small Arts Prize)
• Elena Gabrielle (International Stand-Up Comedienne with over 40 million views on YouTube)
Guiding you through the evening:
Miss Kol (Host of Joke Garden Comedy - Graz’s first regular Stand-Up Comedy Open Mic)
Languages: Austrian German, German & English
The Prime Jungle Show is the heart of the festival - international, pointed, and unforgettable.