Looking for laughs in Vancouver this week? Check out these stand-up, improv and puppet shows around the city.

1) Vancouver International Puppet Festival on Granville Island, October 14 to 16 at various times.
Granville Island will explode with animated characters this October in the very first Vancouver International Puppet Festival. This unique event happens over 3 days and nights with performances, workshops, interactive panel discussions, and screenings of the work of local and international puppeteers, puppet builders, and object animators.

2) UBC Improv's "First Show of the Year" at Scarfe 100, 7:00 pm on October 14
With October in full swing, it’s time for UBC Improv's official "First Show of the Year". The show consists of three improv sets, each featuring a woven comedy tapestry inspired by audience suggestions.

3) Geeks versus Nerds - Afterlife of the Party at Seven Dining Lounge, 7:00 pm on October 15
Geeks versus Nerds Vancouver kicks off their fourth season with a Spooky Scary Halloween Showdown. The first debate features Ash Williams versus Hellboy in "Who is the greatest blue collar fighter of the macabre?" Once the dust and dusk have settled, it's Vampires versus Werewolves in "Who would run the most killer Halloween party?"

4) Debra DiGiovanni at The Biltmore Cabaret, 8:00 pm on October 16
Debra DiGiovanni has been called the “Best Comedian to see after a Messy Break Up”, and for three years running was named Canada’s favorite female comedian. She was a finalist on NBC’s Last Comic Standing, often appears on CBC radio’s The Debaters, and has become a nationwide favorite on the hugely popular Much Music’s Video On Trial.

5) Little Mountain Improv - One Year Anniversary at Little Mountain Gallery, 8:00 pm on October 18
Little Mountain Improv celebrates it's first anniversary with special guests The Sunday Service, long and short form improv, and updates on how everything is going for bees, there is a lot to love.

Looking for laughs in Vancouver this week? Check out these stand-up, improv and cabaret shows around the city.

1) Point Grey's Anatomy - Season 3 Premiere at Little Mountain Gallery, 8 pm on September 16
Grad School Improv returns with their hit improvised medical drama Point Grey's Anatomy! With the passage of time, how have the characters changed? Can southern surgeon Mac Tucker repair his broken relationships? Will competent nurse Linda Mason gain some damn respect? Can Lillienne Boner balance life as Chief of Surgery and a mother of twins? And is Roy Donovan still the lovable intern we love to love? Only time will tell.

2) Bloodfeud at Little Mountain Gallery, 8 pm on September 17
Some of Vancouver’s best stand-ups face off with some of the city’s finest improvisers in the first-ever Bloodfeud. Hosted by Matty Vu and Malcolm McLeod. Bloodfeud shows what happens when comedy stops being polite and starts being real. With special guests from stand-up rooms and improv troupes across the city.

3) Showcase Sundays with headliner Patrick Maliha at Belmont Bar, 8 pm on September 18
Patrick Maliha is a comic, an impressionist, a trivia host, and a Gentlemen Heckler. He has headlined and MC’ed at clubs, festivals, and corporate events across Canada and the U.S., and on Sunday he headlines the Belmont Bar with host Harris Anderson, San Aung, Jenny Toews, Brad Dorion and more on the bill.

4) Improv Against Humanity: Rush Week Revelry at The Rio Theatre, 8 pm on September 21
Come party with The Fictionals and special guests as they bring the world of Cards Against Humanity to life. Plus they have sweet prizes to give out, new cards in the official show deck, and will crown the Most Horrible Person in Vancouver!

5) The Gumshoe Revue at The Columbia Theatre, 8pm on September 22
Ghost Light Vaudeville Society’s debut production, “The Gumshoe Revue”, is an investigation into paranormal pulp and pulse-raising performances. Our hardboiled hosts will lead us all through a wide variety of acts - including burlesque, drag, comedy, and music - each one uniquely inspired by the ghosts and demons that live among us. This event will act as a major fundraiser for a local non-profit organization, Women Against Violence Against Women (WAVAW), and all proceeds raised will go to help their many wonderful programs.

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Looking for laughs in Vancouver this week? Check out these stand-up, improv and puppet shows around the city.

1) Puppet Slam Summer Edition: Skool's In Session at Granville Island Revue Stage, 8 pm on August 26
The puppets are ready to party! A wild array of Greater Vancouver’s brave, bold and beautiful puppeteers have thrown their names into the hat for a chance to wow you in ten minutes or less. Presented by the Vancouver International Puppet Festival in collaboration with the Granville Island Cultural Society. Tickets: $20

2) The Book of Mormon at Queen Elizabeth Theatre, matinee and evening performances until September 4
The Broadway smash from the creators of South Park. The Book of Mormon follows a mismatched pair of missionaires as they attempt to share their scriptures with the inhabitants of a remote Ugandan village. Hijinks and musical adventures ensues! The Book of Mormon is a nine-time Tony Award winning musical, and also won a Grammy for Best Musical Theatre Album. Tickets: Various

3) Brian Regan at the Vogue Theatre, 7 pm on August 28
Brian Regan has distinguished himself as a premier comedian,and has been described as having the perfect balance of sophisticated writing and physicality. Brian has appeared on The Late Show with David Letterman, The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon, and Comedy Central. Tickets: $52.50 + s/c

4) Storyteller: A Farewell Concert of sorts at XY, 7 pm on August 30
Improviser and musician Darren Yorke is flying home to Ireland after a beautiful two years of comedy in Vancouver! Before he goes, he's putting on one final West Coast concert full of music and stories at XYYVR.

5) Misfit Fest at Little Mountain Gallery, 8:30 pm on August 31
Misfit Fest is a celebration of comedy that doesn't fit. It features fresh comedic combinations, new sketch, improv, and jokes from artists related in one way or another to Blind Tiger Comedy. There will be an improvised panel show,a sketch about bridesmaids, and a blow-up mattress.

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Looking for laughs in Vancouver this week? Check out these stand-up, improv and literature shows around the city.

1) Improv Voltron at Heritage Grill, 8 pm on August 19
The Radical and Inside Shoes join up for a massive night of entertainment in New Westminster. Each improv comedy troupe will perform their own showcases, then come together for a jam of epic proportions.Tickets: $5

2) Marginalized Stand-Up Comedy at The Emerald, 8 pm and 10:45 pm on August 20
An eclectic group of stand-up comedians from LA are fighting against racism, ignorance and hate with the best tool at their disposal: vulnerable, unadulterated, and hilarious free speech. Presented by Rawsome Comedy, Marginalized stars Tamer Kattan (winner of the World Series of Comedy in 2015), Jessica Keenan (The Comedy Store), Zoe Rogers (Edinburgh Fringe), and Movses Shakarian (Chelsea on Netflix). Tickets: $20-25

3) Write Club at Little Mountain Gallery, 8:30 pm on August 20
Audience members become their favourite authors and direct comedians to perform in their literary styles, in a head to head battle to determine the greatest writer of all time! Come dressed as your favourite writer and you'll more than likely win a prize. Created by Ian Boothby. Tickets: $5

4) Eric Andre at the Commodore Ballroom, 9 pm on August 23
Eric Andre brings his high-energy comedy show to Vancouver. He is the creator and host of The Eric André Show on Adult Swim, co-starred as Mark on the ABC comedy series Don’t Trust the B—- in Apartment 23, and recently appeared in PopStar: Never Stop Never Stopping. Think GG Allin meets Gallagher. Don’t forget your poncho. Tickets: $25 + s/c

5) Joke Roulette at Seven Dining Lounge, 9 pm on August 25
A stand up show with a twist. All the comedians will come with a list of their jokes. That list will be given to an audience member who will pick which jokes that comedian will be telling. A Joke Roulette if you will. Featuring Brent Constantine, Randee Neumeyer, Chris James and more, hosted by Brett Skillen. Tickets: $5

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The 17th Annual TD Vancouver Chinatown Festival, which takes place on August 13 and 14, promises to be the city’s biggest multicultural summer celebration.

“We’re excited to showcase our community,” said Albert Fok, president of Chinatown BIA. “Chinatown has always been a hidden gem of Vancouver, even though we’re the largest Chinatown in Canada and second largest in North America. We’re inviting all Vancouverites, British Columbians, and out-of-town visitors to come to the festival.”

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Looking for laughs in Vancouver this week? Check out these stand-up, improv and video game shows around the city.

1) Brett Martin at Lafflines, 9:30 pm on August 5, 9 pm on August 6
Brett Martin is a tireless Canadian comic, touring across Canada at festivals, theatre shows, and college campuses. He has appeared on CTV, The Comedy Network, and Sirius XM Satellite Radio, and this weekend he stops into Lafflines in New Westminster. Tickets: $20

2) Chug-A-Lug Comedy at Yagger's Downtown, Every 1st and 3rd Monday at 9 pm
Hosted by Vancouver favourites Stefan MacNeil, Brad Dorion and Jenny Toews, Chug-A-Lug Comedy features top amateur and profesional stand up comedians.  The inaugural show at Yagger's Downtown also features improv from members of The Sunday Service. Tickets: $5

3) OK Tinder at Vancouver TheatreSports League, every Wednesday at 9:15 pm
Vancouver TheatreSports pokes fun at Vancouver’s notorious dating scene with OK Tinder – Swipe Right Comedy. Improvisers ‘match up’ every Wednesday night to turn the good, the bad and the ludicrous of Vancouver’s dating scene into 60 minutes of side-splitting laughter. Tickets: $5

4) Bonus Stage 2 at Fox Cabaret, 7 pm on August 11
Vancouver's celebration of video game culture and community is back with another round of comedy, burlesque, and live music. Come get your nerd on and enjoy comedy from Geeks versus Nerds Vancouver and The Fictionals, burlesque by Dezi Desire and Roe Butts, and music by missingNo and The Runaway Four. Tickets: $15

5) The HERO SHOW at China Cloud, 9  pm on August 11
The HERO SHOW is back for another electrifying night of solo sketch comedy at the China Cloud. Come recharge your comedy batteries with host Cam Macleod and jump start your imaginations with Kyle Fines, Amanda Jane Porter, Shawn Norman, and more. Tickets: $10

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Looking for laughs in Vancouver this week? Check out these stand-up, improv and panel quiz shows around the city.

1) Four Eyesly Comedy Cantina 2 at Seven Dining Lounge, 8 pm on July 29
Geeky stand-up comedy at it's finest. Comedians unleash their nerdy side at Seven Dining Lounge and talk about Role-Playing, Video Games, Magic: The Gathering and more. Headlined by Patrick Maliha, hosted by Victoria Banner, and possibly an appearance by a Machop. Tickets: $5 at the door.

2) Queer: Interesting - A Pride Fundraiser at Havana Theatre, 7:30 pm on July 30
- Presented by Geek: Interesting, Queer: Interesting is a panel quiz show about queer history and Pride Festivities to raise funds for Rainbow Refugee. The questionably qualified panelists this month are Amy Fox, David C. Jones, Julia Sarah and Sasja Smolders. Tickets: By donation.

3) Graham Clark at The Comedy Mix, 8 and 10:30 pm on July 29 and 30
Graham Clark is a 3-time Canadian Comedy Award nominee and co-host of Maximum Fun’s Stop Podcasting Yourself. He is a regular on CBC’s The Debaters and has appeared at Just for Laughs, Halifax Comedy Festival, Winnipeg Comedy Festival, and Bumbershoot. Graham is also the creator of beardpaintings.com, where he sells paintings made using his beard as a paintbrush and donates the proceeds to charity. Tickets: $18 to $20.

4) Queer Prov Hangover Pajama Party at XYYVR, 9:30 pm on August 1
After partying hard at the Pride Festivities, Queer Prov will take the stage at XYYVR in their comfiest pajamas, and encourage their audience to do the same. Queer laughs will be served starting at 9:30 pm, and all are welcome. Tickets: No cover.

5) The Fakespeare Festival at York Theatre, 2 pm matinees and 8 pm evening shows from August 3 to 28
- A new festival by Awkward Stage Productions celebrating clever Canadian twists of Shakespeare: TITUS: The Light and Delightful Musical Comedy of Titus Andronicus, and Goodnight Desdemona (Good Morning Juliet). TITUS won last year’s Vancouver Fringe Festival Pick of the Fringe and earned 5 Stars from the Vancouver Sun. Goodnight Desdemona (Good Morning Juliet) was written by Anne- Marie MacDonald, who received the Governor General's Award, the Floyd S. Chalmers Canadian Play Award and the Canadian Authors Association Award for the play. Tickets: $20 to $35.

Listen to Comedy With Chai on CKNW on Friday nights at 7:20 pm.