Church of Satire Comedy Club in Downtown Hanover is an Official Stop for the Good Karma Mid-Atlantic Regional Comedy Festival

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Hanover, PA — Church of Satire Comedy Club in downtown Hanover is an official venue for the Good Karma Mid-Atlantic Regional Comedy Festival (2026)—a renowned multi-state comedy festival featuring more than 100 comedians across 10 days, 18 shows, and five states.

As part of the festival’s opening weekend, Church of Satire will host three nights of live comedy featuring celebrated headliners Jim Bryan, John Fugelsang, and Frank Vignola, along with an impressive lineup of festival-selected performers.
Church of Satire is located at 106 Broadway, Hanover, PA 17331. Tickets for all performances are available now at ChurchofSatireComedyClub.com. Seating is limited, and early ticket purchases are strongly recommended.
“Church of Satire consistently brings incredibly high-quality comedians to downtown Hanover, and they do it at price points that are truly affordable for the level of talent they book,” said Moriah Tyler, Executive Director of Main Street Hanover. “It’s exciting to see them recognized as part of a major regional festival—and to welcome audiences who will come for the comedy and experience everything our downtown has to offer.”
Friday, February 20, 2026 | 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM
Headliner: Jim Bryan
A beloved staple in the Mid-Atlantic comedy scene, Jim Bryan has been making audiences laugh since 2002. Known as “the everyman that absolutely no one is like,” he blends relatable humor with a unique perspective on farm life in Pennsylvania. His stand-up has been featured on Amazon Prime Video and Funny or Die. Bryan has performed at top venues like Gotham Comedy Club and Caroline’s on Broadway, sharing the stage with renowned comics like Tony Woods and Myq Kaplan.
Tickets: $25
Saturday, February 21, 2026 | 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Headliner: John Fugelsang
Celebrated for his intelligent and irreverent humor, John Fugelsang is one of today’s most insightful political and cultural commentators. Host of a daily SiriusXM show on Insight Channel 127, Fugelsang is a regular on CNN, MSNBC, and a veteran of more than 20 appearances on Politically Incorrect with Bill Maher. His sharp commentary and thoughtful satire have earned him acclaim across multiple platforms.
Tickets: $30
Saturday, February 21, 2026 | 9:00 PM – 10:30 PM
Headliner: John Fugelsang
Back by popular demand the same evening, Fugelsang returns for a late-night set packed with sharp commentary, quick improvisation, and fearless satire—delivering a second chance to catch one of the festival’s most celebrated headliners in an intimate club setting.
Tickets: $25
Sunday, February 22, 2026 | 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Headliner: Frank Vignola
Besides appearances on Comedy Central, Amazon Prime, and SiriusXM radio, Frank Vignola has performed at Montreal’s prestigious Just for Laughs Comedy Festival and toured the Middle East with Armed Forces Entertainment. His acting credits include film roles in Tilting at Windmills and Game Night, as well as voicing “Dr. Robert” in the animated television pilot Ben v World.
Tickets: $20
About Church of Satire Comedy Club
Church of Satire Comedy Club is the premier destination for stand-up comedy in Hanover. Located at 106 Broadway, the club features live performances every weekend, spotlighting both local talent and national headliners in an intimate, dynamic setting where laughter reigns supreme.
About the Good Karma Mid-Atlantic Regional Comedy Festival
The Good Karma Mid-Atlantic Regional Comedy Festival runs from Friday, February 20 through Sunday, March 1, bringing comedy to venues across the Eastern Seaboard. The festival’s mission is to provide networking opportunities, exposure to industry, accreditation and top-notch performance and participation experiences to aspiring comics at venues up and down our Nation’s Eastern Seaboard. The 2026 festival includes 10 days, 18 shows, 5 states, and over 100 comics—and counting. The festival is also thrilled to announce the addition of two live daytime industry events at Church of Satire in Hanover during opening weekend, along with the return of the $1000 Cash Prize Comedy Competition.

About Main Street Hanover

The mission of Main Street Hanover is to expand the economic capacity of downtown Hanover, thus improving the business environment, enhancing the quality of place, and increasing community synergy.

 

Main Street Hanover is a 501c3 non-profit & proceeds benefit the revitalization of Downtown Hanover.

Church of Satire Comedy Club in Downtown Hanover is an Official Stop for the Good Karma Mid-Atlantic Regional Comedy Festival