Gilda’s LaughFest will host a pop-up shop on Saturday, March 4, where the public can purchase event tickets without any processing fees, as well as LaughFest vintage merchandise. The pop-up will run from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Gilda’s Club Grand Rapids, 1806 Bridge St. N.W.
“The LaughFest Pop-Up Shop is a one-stop shop for all things LaughFest, including purchasing tickets without processing fees, learning more about the festival and stocking up on cool vintage merch dating back to our early days of LaughFest,which first launched in 2011,” said Wendy Wigger, president of Gilda’s Club Grand Rapids and LaughFest.
Celebrating 13 years of laughter, Gilda’s LaughFest has partnered with Meijer for its 2023 High Five campaign. As the presenting sponsor, Meijer will match the first $20,000 raised, dollar for dollar, turning a $5 donation into $10. The public can make donations at any LaughFest event they attend, or online, here.
“All proceeds from LaughFest and the High Five campaign support the free cancer and grief emotional health programs we offer at Gilda’s Club Grand Rapids,” Wigger said. “These programs are invaluable to those who are affected by cancer and provide a circle of support during a very difficult time in their lives. We appreciate any donations that come through our door to offer these programs at no-cost for the community.”
Shows and entertainers announced for the 13th annual LaughFest include: Tig Notaro, Pete Holmes, the Clean Comedy Showcase, D.J. Demers, Daphnique Springs, Mike Vecchione, and returning festival local favorites such as Trivia Night of Stars, Karajokee and Cooking and Comedy.
LaughFest 2023 will include nearly 50 free and ticketed shows venues in Grand Rapids, Holland, Lowell and Wayland’s Gun Lake Casino.
LaughFest individual tickets are available for purchase at laughfestgr.org, www.ticketmaster.com (search LaughFest) in-person at the Van Andel Arena or DeVos Place Box Office. Proceeds from LaughFest and LaughFest’s High Five Campaign benefit the free cancer and grief emotional health support program offered through Gilda’s Club Grand Rapids.
