Comics looking to submit to Lil Rhody Laugh Riot for the 2026 festival should send us a five to ten-minute-long submission tape via a publicly accessible link. Please be aware that our review team is only guaranteed to watch the first five minutes of your submission. All submissions should be of a stand-up performance recorded in front of a live audience. Applicants must be at least 21 years of age.
 
Performance placement for selected comics during Lil Rhody Laugh Riot will be dependent on availability, best fit for comic’s style, and the final schedule of festival events. Possible performance opportunities include (and are not limited to): spots in club-style comedy shows, pop-up events, and opening slots for billed comics.