After an incredible success in its inaugural year in 2025, Lookout Comedy is bringing back the LOOKOUT COMEDY COMPETITION at the world-famous Comedy Catch for the second year - coming to the Scenic City May 22-24, 2026 (Memorial Day Weekend)!
30+ comics! 3 nights! 1 winner! Unlimited laughs!
WEDNESDAY: Local Comics Wildcard Qualifier show at 7:00 PM
FRIDAY: Preliminaries at 7:00 & 9:15 PM
SATURDAY: Semifinals at 7:00 & 9:15 PM
SUNDAY: Finals at 6:00 PM
Don't want to miss a thing? Get an ALL-SHOW PASS for access to every competition show for one low price!
Competitors will be judged by a panel of nonpartial, industry adjudicators and audience vote.
Prizes:
1st place - $1000
2nd place - $300
3rd place - $200
All cash prizes paid by The Comedy Catch!
1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners will automatically get a spot as a featured comic in the 2026 Lookout Comedy Festival (Oct. 14-17).
All comics who are admitted to 2026 Lookout Comedy Competition will get the opportunity for paid work at the Comedy Catch!
Come on out and vote for your favorite to win this year's LOOKOUT COMEDY COMPETITION!
Also check out other Comedy events in Chattanooga, Contests in Chattanooga, Festivals in Chattanooga.
