Out of Bounds Comedy Festival to Run in November 2026
The event moves from September to November and adds new stand-up acts to its traditional sketch and improv lineup.
Updated on Oct. 29, 2026 in Comedy
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The Out of Bounds Comedy Festival returns to Austin theaters this November 2026 for its second post-COVID installment. The event expands its focus beyond traditional sketch and improv to feature a wider range of stand-up performers.
Why it matters
As the city continues to anchor its reputation as a performance hub, this festival serves as a primary showcase for both local troupes and touring comics. The transition from a September slot to November marks a notable shift in the local arts calendar.
The festival features a 1-hour typical residency set from the improv troupe Y'all We Asian at Fallout Theater. Exact capacity and total performance counts across all venues remain to be confirmed.
The players
Jiavani
A stand-up comedian participating in the festival.
Oscar Montoya
A featured stand-up comedian scheduled to perform at the festival.
Zeke Nicholson
A stand-up comedian on the festival lineup.
Y'all We Asian
A local improv troupe holding a residency at Fallout Theater.
Over the Lege
A local sketch show expected to satirize current political events.
The details
Organizers are curating themed shows that blend established sketch formats with stand-up performances. Featured comedians include Jiavani, Oscar Montoya, and Zeke Nicholson. The programming also includes the production A Funny Feeling, which pairs stand-up comics with therapists. The local sketch show Over the Lege will perform their set just two days after the midterm election, with expectations that they will integrate the results into their routine.
Timeline
The Out of Bounds Comedy Festival takes place in November 2026.
The sketch show Over the Lege performs two days after the midterm election.
The Texas Context
This move to November marks a distinct shift from the festival's traditional September calendar. It follows a pattern of local arts organizations adjusting their windows to navigate the city's increasingly crowded fall festival season.
Attendees should prepare for theater-hopping across the city as the festival activates multiple venues throughout November. Those planning to see Over the Lege should note the performance falls two days after the midterm election.
The takeaway
Comedy fans should keep an eye on the official festival schedule for specific showtimes and theater locations. With the political climate as a backdrop, the post-midterm sketches will likely be a highlight to watch this season.
Further reading
Explore more local performances and stage news on our Austin Comedy page.
Source note: This article includes information reported by The Austin Chronicle.
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