The Sarasota Improv Festival is back July 18 & 19—and it’s bigger, bolder, and funnier than ever! Recognized as the premier improv festival in the Southeastern U.S., this high-octane weekend brings together top improvisers from across the country and around the globe for two unforgettable days of unscripted comedy.

Join us for:
- 29 performances
- 17 improv troupes
- 80+ artists
- 17 interactive workshops

From musical improv and fast-paced games to bold, boundary-pushing performances—every show is a one-of-a-kind experience. Whether you're a die-hard fan or brand-new to improv, this festival is your ticket to non-stop laughter and spontaneous fun in the heart of Downtown Sarasota.

Saturday Performance Schedule: 

FAMILY SHOW - 10:00am
Bowne's Lab

1-4EVER - 4:00pm

UNAUTHORIZED - 4:00pm
Keating Theatre

S@!#ZPROBE - 4:00pm
Gompertz Theatre

TROPICAL PUNCHLINES - 5:00pm
Bowne's Lab

2-MAN NO-SHOW - 5:00pm
Goldstein Cabaret

FORGOTTEN BROADWAY - 5:00pm
Keating Theatre

NORTH COAST - 6:00pm
Bowne's Lab

AVAILABLE CUPHOLDERS - 6:00pm
Keating Theatre

SAND - 6:00pm
Goldstein Cabaret

UNAUTHORIZED - 7:00pm
Bowne's Lab

DAD'S GARAGE - 7:00pm
Keating Theatre

HERE: THE (IMPROVISED) MUSICAL - 7:00pm
Goldstein Cabaret

PARALLELOGRAMOP HONOGRAPH - 8:00pm
Bowne's Lab

SAK COMEDY LAB - 8:00pm
Keating Theatre

SOUNDS FUNNY - 8:00pm
Goldstein Cabaret

S@!#ZPROBE - 9:00pm
Gompertz Theatre

ALL PLAY - 10:30pm
Gompertz Theatre

Dive into your own spontaneity Festival Workshops

Our offerings allow you to learn from the experts with intimate trainings led by Festival artists from across the country and around the world. Featuring workshops in a wide range of improvisational styles and techniques, there is something for improvisers of all experience levels at the 2025 Sarasota Improv Festival. All workshops take place Saturday, July 19.

3 Workshops for $90

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