Great Outdoors Comedy Festival brings top comedians to Mississauga’s Erindale Park

Laughter is taking centre stage this September as the Great Outdoors Comedy Festival makes its Mississauga debut at Erindale Park from September 11 to 13. Emmy-winning and acclaimed comedians, including John Mulaney, Hasan Minhaj and Ms. Pat, will headline a weekend of live stand-up comedy alongside local food vendors and licensed beverage areas set against the scenic backdrop of the Credit River. 

The Great Outdoors Comedy Festival is the newest addition to Visit Mississauga‘s growing portfolio of major events. The festival brings internationally recognized comedians to the city as part of North America’s premier outdoor comedy festival. Produced by Trixstar Entertainment, the festival has grown quickly since its 2021 debut. It has featured some of the biggest names in comedy, including Jerry Seinfeld, Kevin Hart, Bill Burr, John Mulaney, Chelsea Handler, Nikki Glaser, Shane Gillis, Nate Bargatze, Amy Schumer, Theo Von, Tom Segura, Whitney Cummings, Martin Short, Matt Rife and Andrew Schulz.  

As the final stop on the festival’s 2026 North American tour, the Mississauga event is expected to draw thousands of visitors each day from across the Greater Toronto Area, Ontario and from communities throughout Ontario and Canada. Combining headline comedy performances with food, beverages and a vibrant outdoor atmosphere, the festival offers visitors another great reason to spend the weekend exploring Mississauga while supporting local hotels, restaurants and businesses. 

Event details 

Who 

The lineup for the Great Outdoors Comedy Festival in Mississauga includes five headliners and a talented supporting cast. 

• John Mulaney is a four-time Emmy Award, Critics’ Choice Award and WGA (Writers Guild of America) award-winning writer, comedian and actor. Artists performing with John Mulaney are Nick Kroll, Mike Birbiglia and Fred Armisen. 
• Adam Ray is Dr. Phil Live. Adam Ray is a dynamic comedian known for his standout live performances. His wildly popular Dr. Phil impression has become a viral hit. Artists performing with Adam Ray are Ms. Pat and T.J. Miller.  
• Jeff Arcuri has appeared on “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert,” Comedy Central’s “Roast Battle,” “Laughs!” on Fox, SiriusXM, and comedy festivals around the U.S. Artists performing with Jeff Arcuri are Brad Williams and Grace O’Malley. 
• Matt Mathews began performing stand-up in 2022. Since then, his tours, including the “When That Thang Get Ta Thang’n” tour and “Boujee On A Budget,” have sold out venues across the U.S. Artists performing with Matt Mathews are Jordan Jensen and Katherine Blanford.  
• Hasan Minhaj is a two-time Peabody Award-winning comedian best known for his Netflix special “Homecoming King” and his political satire show “Patriot Act with Hasan Minhaj.” Artists performing with Hasan Minhaj are Ronny Chieng and Michael Kosta.  

Check out the video for a peek at the festival lineup. 

Find out more about the Great Outdoors Comedy Festival comedians. 

What 

The Great Outdoors Comedy Festival is Canada’s premier outdoor comedy festival, bringing world-class stand-up comedy to iconic outdoor venues across the country. Festival-goers at the Mississauga event can choose from a variety of ticket prices and packages, including General Admission, General Admission Plus, VIP Club and VIP Table options. 

The festival is a 19-and-over event held rain or shine. Visit the Great Outdoors Comedy Festival website for detailed schedules, performance times and tickets.  

When 

Showtimes with featured acts are: 

Friday, September 11 at 7:30 p.m. 

• John Mulaney 
• Nick Kroll 
• Mike Birbiglia 
• Fred Armisen 

Saturday, September 12 at 2 p.m. 

• Adam Ray is Dr. Phil Live 
• Ms. Pat  
• T.J. Miller 

Saturday, September 12 at 7:30 p.m. 

• Jeff Arcuri 
• Brad Williams 
• Grace O’Malley 

Sunday, September 13 at 2 p.m. 

• Matt Mathews  
• Jordan Jensen 
• Katherine Blanford    

Sunday, September 13 at 7:30 p.m. 

• Hasan Minhaj 
• Ronny Chieng 
• Michael Kosta 

Where 

Erindale Park
1695 Dundas St. W., Mississauga, Ontario 

About Erindale Park 

Erindale Park is Mississauga’s largest park, with 220 acres along the Credit River. Known for its scenic ravine landscapes, woodland trails, river views and large picnic areas, the park is one of the city’s most popular outdoor recreation spaces. It’s well-suited for community events and festivals such as the Great Outdoors Comedy Festival. 

About Visit Mississauga 

Visit Mississauga is the City’s official destination marketing organization. Working with local partners, Visit Mississauga promotes Mississauga as a place to visit, meet and host major events. By showcasing the city’s neighbourhoods, attractions, restaurants and experiences, Visit Mississauga helps attract visitors, support local businesses and contribute to the local economy.  

Quotes 

“There’s no better place to enjoy a weekend of great comedy than right here in Mississauga. We’re excited to welcome the Great Outdoors Comedy Festival to Erindale Park for its Mississauga debut. We look forward to welcoming thousands of visitors to one of our city’s most beautiful outdoor spaces to enjoy an unforgettable weekend of entertainment while discovering everything Mississauga has to offer.” – Mississauga Mayor Carolyn Parrish 

“The Great Outdoors Comedy Festival is an exciting addition to Visit Mississauga’s growing portfolio of major events and reflects the continued momentum of our visitor economy. Hosting the final stop of the festival’s 2026 North American tour—and welcoming the event to Mississauga for the very first time—demonstrates the city’s growing reputation as a destination capable of attracting world-class entertainment. These events create lasting benefits for our community by driving overnight stays, supporting local hotels, restaurants and businesses, and giving visitors even more reasons to keep coming back. We’re proud to partner with Trixstar Entertainment to bring this incredible experience to our city and look forward to welcoming comedy fans from across the region and beyond.” – Victoria Clarke, CEO, Visit Mississauga 

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