Chicago's Funniest Reading Series. Ever.
Funny Ha-Ha
The Best Reading in Chicago. Ever.
Funny Ha-Ha, Chicago's favorite and probably only and definitely the best live-lit humor series is at the Hideout on Friday, October 2, 2026!
Founded in 2004 by YA author John Green and writer Claire Zulkey, Funny Ha-Ha is the show for Chicago's funniest, smartest writers and storytellers. As always, proceeds from the show benefit the a favorite charitable cause close to our hearts. This time it is the Greater Chicago Food Depository, ensuring that our Chicagoland friends and neighbors have access to healthy food and reliable resources. Check out the details below and get your tickets today!
Funny Ha-Ha: Join the Club!
October 2, 2026
6:00-7:30 PM. Doors at 5:30 PM
Featuring readings and performances by:
James Kennedy, author, and producer of 90-Second Newbery Film Festival
Brandon Follick, NYC comedian and writer
Kimberly Nelson, writer, outdoor traveler, karaoke enthusiast
Brad Brubaker, frontman of Brad Bru & The Crowd Goes Wild and producer/host of @thewhiskeyradiohour
Carly Oishi, comedian, storyteller, and C+ mom
Tall filmmaker Steve Delahoyde
Hosted by the host of the show Jennon Bell Hoffmann. Proceeds benefit Greater Chicago Food Depository.
$10 at the door or online.
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