Get ready for an unforgettable night of underground comedy! The 5th Annual Cave Comedy Fest returns on Saturday, July 25, 2026, bringing laughter underground inside the historic Melrose Civil War Caverns in Harrisonburg, VA.
Experience a FWAF comedy show inside the cave with local, regional & national touring headliners curated by the The Funny Womacks. Enjoy food and beverages from local vendors, lawn games including cornhole and can jam, mine for gems and listen to live music featuring local artists.
🕔 6 PM – Cave Comedy Showcase
🎟️ $35 Advance | $45 Day of Show
Hosted by Heather Hill and featuring Chris Cabral, Jeff Weaver, Ryan Reiffer, Katie Schmid, Derek Dye, Solid Khalid, with Tyler Rich closing the show!
🕖 8 PM – Premier Cave Comedy Show
🎟️ $50 Advance | $60 Day of Show
Hosted by Gunnar Cain, featuring The Funny Womacks, with headliner Mark Riccadonna!
Mark is a nationally touring headliner and master storyteller who has entertained audiences around the world—from NYC comedy clubs to international tours with Armed Forces Entertainment. He’s appeared on AXS TV’s Live at Gotham, FOX’s Laughs, and PBS, and his comedy has been heard on SiriusXM and The Bob & Tom Show. A recent Dry Bar Comedy special performer and former writer for Saturday Night Live’s Weekend Update, Mark brings sharp, relatable humor and a voice you won’t forget