The unmissable comedy and stand-up event, Lillarious, is back in 2025! From January 31 to February 9, prepare to laugh out loud. We reveal the program to you.
After having won over the public since its launch in 2022, the Lillarious Festival returns to Lille from January 31 to February 9, 2025 for a new edition which promises to be memorable. Created by Grégoire Furrer, founding president of the prestigious Montreux Comedy Festival, this unique event stands out as an international showcase for French-speaking humor.
Crazy programming!
With the support of the Hauts-de-France Region, Lillarious 2025 will offer a rich range of events:
- Two opening gala evenings on January 31 and February 1 at the Nouveau Siècle in Lille,
- Two stand-up Gala evenings on February 4 and 5 at the Théâtre Sébastopol in Lille,
- Three evenings Closing Gala on February 6, 7 and 8, also at the Théâtre Sébastopol,
- Thematic shows like the Boomp Bap Gala at the Grand Mix in Tourcoing on January 31 and February 3,
- The August Ceremony on February 3 in the New Century,
- The Estates General of Humor, February 3 and 4 at the CCI Grand Lille, to reflect on the challenges and perspectives of the sector.
A regional tour and opportunities for local talent
At the same time, a Lillarious x Montreux Comedy tour is crisscrossing Hauts-de-France from January 6 to February 15 to unearth and promote regional talent, in preparation for a major national tour in the Zéniths. Comedy training and castings in the region will also support young emerging artists.
A festival of popular and accessible humor
Lillarious, following in the footsteps of its illustrious Swiss counterpart, intends to combine artistic quality and accessibility. Indeed, this festival offers both shows for the general public and unique opportunities for professionals and comedy enthusiasts to meet and exchange.
Reserve your places now!
Don’t miss this flagship event which puts Lille and the Hauts-de-France region on the international comedy scene. Find the complete program and all the practical information on the official Lillarious website.
See you from January 31 to February 9, 2025 to split your pear!
