Announcing the Second Royal Improv Festival: A Queen City Comedy Experience in Charlotte, NC July 6–14, 2026.

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Featuring headliners TJ Jagadowski & Dave Pasquesi!

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The Royal Improv Festival returns July 6–14 as part of the Queen City Comedy Experience, bringing performers and audiences together for a citywide celebration of improv comedy across Charlotte. This year’s festival spans multiple venues including Fonta Flora Brewery, VisArt Video, Warehouse Performing Arts, Blumenthal Arts, and the Comedy Arts Theater of Charlotte—creating a unique comedy experience throughout the city.

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Featuring local favorites alongside visiting national talent, the festival includes performances, workshops, jams, and after parties designed to inspire collaboration, creativity, and community. Whether you’re taking a workshop, catching shows at multiple venues, or connecting with improvisers from around the country, the Royal Improv Festival is a one-of-a-kind event celebrating bold comedy, artistic connection, and the joy of live performance—where Charlotte comes to laugh.