Mississauga, Ontario - Erindale Park - September 11-13, 2026

The Great Outdoors Comedy Festival is a NO MINORS event (19+ in Ontario) – including infants/babies.

$68,610 TOTAL JACKPOT RAISED FOR THE 50/50 IN SUPPORT OF THE GAS STATION ARTS CENTRE!
GETTING TO ERINDALE PARK

MISSISSAUGA, ONTARIO » 1695 DUNDAS ST W

PARKING
Limited paid event parking at designated Assiniboine Park Zoo parking lots (access from 2595 Roblin Boulevard). $20 per vehicle – payment by credit or debit only, cash will not be accepted.
 
Please don’t drink and drive.
TRANSIT
Use Winnipeg Transit and easily plan your trip with Navigo to find your routes!
RIDE SHARE
Best Drop-Off Option: Joe Black Coffee Bar – 2037 Portage Ave, then cross the street south towards the grounds.
 
ADA drop-offs available in the Assiniboine Park Conservatory main parking lot.
BIKE VALET
Located on the south east (front) side of The Pavilion at Assiniboine Park (55 Pavilion Crescent) by the parking lot under a large white tent. Donations for Bike Winnipeg accepted.
SHUTTLE
Catch the free shuttle from Little Brown Jug (336 William Avenue)!
 
Saturday Evening: 5:30pm & 6:30pm to Assiniboine Park | 10:30pm & 11:30pm back to LBJ.
 
Sunday Afternoon: 12:30pm & 1:30pm to Assiniboine Park | 4:15pm & 5:15pm back to LBJ.

Get ready to laugh under the open sky—Mississauga, the Great Outdoors Comedy Festival is coming to you! Join us for a weekend of fresh air, food-truck treats, festival vibes, and a lineup of top-tier comedy stars alongside hilarious local talent. With the grass beneath your feet and the city skyline behind you, this won’t be your average comedy night—it’ll be an unforgettable outdoor celebration that brings people together, celebrates our community, and reminds us how good it feels to laugh together.

This event is NO MINORS (19+) and is a go rain or shine.

Join us as we showcase an incredible lineup of comedic talent—ranging from local gems to superstar headliners—all in the stunning backdrop of our beloved parks and communities across the nation. Come for the jokes, stay for the scenery, and let the good times roll!

The Great Outdoors Comedy Festival acknowledges that our Mississauga event takes place on the Treaty Lands and Territory of the Mississaugas of the Credit, and on the traditional territory of the Anishinaabe, Haudenosaunee, Wendat, and Huron Peoples.

We recognize and respect the enduring presence, knowledge, and contributions of Indigenous Peoples across Turtle Island, and we are grateful to gather, laugh, and connect on this land. As a festival that celebrates community and shared joy, we are committed to honouring the spirit of reconciliation through respect, inclusion, and meaningful connection.

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GTA Outdoor Comedy Festival | Mississauga, Ontario | Erindale Park | Festival Site Map
FESTIVAL VENUE

Erindale Park in Mississauga, Ontario, is the city’s largest park — a sprawling, 220-acre green space that hugs the ravine of the Credit River and offers woodland trails, river-view overlooks, picnic areas and year-round recreation.

TICKET OPTIONS

Choose from VIP Club, VIP Table (layout shown above), General Admission Plus or General Admission tickets to catch your favourite comedians in the great outdoors! Sit back and relax with table-side service at all VIP Tables.

OUR VALUES

The Great Outdoors Comedy Festival is committed to strengthening the communities we're lucky enough to live, work and laugh in.

POLICIES

GOCF is committed to creating a safe and comfortable entertainment experience for everyone to enjoy.

FAQ'S

Still have questions? We've got answers! Browse the FAQ's for info on what to bring, what to leave at home and more.

Don’t miss out on any 2026 lineup announcements – sign up to our mailing list for early access to tickets before they go on sale to the public!

A huge thank you to all of our festival partners and supporters – we couldn’t do it without you!

We gratefully acknowledge the financial support from the City of Edmonton.