SOWAL COMEDY FEST RETURNS VALENTINE’S WEEKEND 2026 WITH THREE NIGHTS, THREE VENUES, AND A NEW “RESERVE YOUR PERFECT VIEW” SEATING EXPERIENCE
SOWAL Comedy Fest (formerly Sand Up Comedy Fest) returns Thursday, February 12 through Saturday, February 14, 2026, bringing three days of sharp, big-city stand-up to South Walton over Valentine’s weekend — an ideal date-weekend escape built around intimate rooms, capped attendance, and unforgettable nights out.
After two straight years of sold-out crowds and sellout nights across the festival, early ticket purchase is strongly encouraged.
For the first time, every show offers reserved seating by selection, so guests can secure the spot that matches their night—front-row energy, center-room immersion, or a quieter corner with friends.
HEADLINERS
2026 headliners include:
- Peter Wong (New York, NY) — featured on Comedy Central and Nate Bargatze’s Nateland; returning for his third year.
- Anjelica Scannura (New York, NY) — Recently awarded Just For Laughs “New Face of Stand-Up” and the first Canadian woman to win the Boston Comedy Festival.
- Carter Deems (Atlanta, GA) — MTV’s Wild ’N Out alum with writing credits including Epic Rap Battles of History and Drop The Mic.
Shows run across all three nights with two showtimes (6:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m.) at each venue.
VENUE HIGHLIGHTS
SOWAL House — an intimate, welcoming room at the heart of South Walton’s cultural scene, built for up-close stand-up.
Wild Olives — located at 30A’s Greenway Station with a vibrant, stylish atmosphere, plus a full bar and food options available.
Distillery 98 — known for craft cocktails and a lively event vibe, with tours, local art, and live programming.
A FESTIVAL WITH A PURPOSE
Support and sponsorships benefit the SOWAL Foundation (SOFO), a nonprofit dedicated to empowering and uplifting local creatives. In addition to the festival, SOFO hosts recurring programming at SOWAL House, including film screenings, poetry gatherings, and art exhibitions/creative meetups, with special events held each month.
TICKETS AND DETAILS
Sowal Comedy Fest runs Thursday, Feb 12 – Saturday, Feb 14, 2026. Tickets are on sale now (purchase by date, venue, or headliner) at www.sowalcomedyfest.com.
