Mississauga, ON (November 13, 2025) – Following another unforgettable season of laughter from coast-to-coast, the Great Outdoors Comedy Festival (GOCF) is adding a brand-new stop, announcing its first appearance in Mississauga next summer. This newly announced expansion into the GTA marks another exciting step in the GOCF’s cross-country and cross-border evolution, bringing world-class comedy and community celebration to even more fans across North America. Set to take place from September 11-13, the Great Outdoors Comedy Festival has partnered with Visit Mississauga to transform Erindale Park into a hub of laughter and unforgettable moments – limited three day passes are on sale now.
The GOCF continues to expand its footprint across North America, with Mississauga joining a lineup of cities that includes Edmonton, Winnipeg, Halifax, Calgary, Vancouver, and Spokane, WA. Each city brings its own personality to the festival, and Mississauga is set to add a fresh new energy to the mix.
“Mississauga’s dynamic cultural landscape and community spirit make it the perfect addition to the GOCF family,” shares Mike Anderson, President, Trixstar Live. “Known for its vibrant arts scene and diverse community, Mississauga’s energy aligns perfectly with what the festival is all about: good times, good people, and great laughs.”
“We’re proud to bring the Great Outdoors Comedy Festival to Mississauga — and even prouder that it has been chosen as the only Ontario stop for next year,” adds Victoria Clarke, CEO of Visit Mississauga. “The festival’s commitment to community and creativity mirrors Mississauga’s own values. Together, we’re creating a weekend that celebrates laughter, culture, and local connections. We can’t wait to see audiences come together in Erindale Park for an unforgettable weekend of comedy and fun.”
What truly sets the Great Outdoors Comedy Festival apart is the way it builds community beyond the stage. Through the Great Outdoors Community Fund, the festival invests in local charities and organizations that reflect its three core pillars: Arts & Culture, Mental Health, and Sustainability. Each city stop sees meaningful support directed toward initiatives that strengthen local creative industries, foster inclusion, and help create lasting impact long after the curtains close. It’s a model rooted in connection, ensuring that GOCF gives back to the same communities that make the festival experience possible.
As the comedy landscape evolves and audiences seek new ways to connect, the Great Outdoors Comedy Festival stands at the forefront; bridging culture, community, and comedy in a way that feels fresh, inclusive, and unmistakably of this moment.
CONNECT WITH THE GREAT OUTDOORS COMEDY FESTIVAL
ABOUT THE GREAT OUTDOORS COMEDY FESTIVAL & THE GREAT OUTDOORS COMMUNITY FUND
The Great Outdoors Comedy Festival (GOCF) is an inclusive and safe experience that celebrates and features all forms of performance comedy, from locals to superstars. Since 2021, GOCF has supported the beautiful communities and parks we visit through donations and the power of laughter, with that commitment further bolstered by the creation of the Great Outdoors Community Fund. The community fund is dedicated to three pillars of support: Arts & Culture, Mental Health, and Sustainability, ensuring our impact reaches across diverse areas of need in the communities we serve.
ABOUT TRIXSTAR
Trixstar LIVE is a 360º, event management, consultation, marketing, and operations firm that activates both city and rural markets across North America with festivals, concerts, celebrity experiences, brand activations and keynote speaker engagements. Creating impactful experiences that make a difference in people’s lives and in the community, Trixstar LIVE is committed to strengthening the communities we’re lucky enough to live, work, listen, and laugh in.
ABOUT VISIT MISSISSAUGA
Visit Mississauga is the official destination marketing organization (DMO) for the City of Mississauga. The organization is industry-led and responsible for developing a tourism strategy and leading tourism marketing and development efforts for the destination. With a mandate of implementing the City of Mississauga’s Tourism Master Plan, Visit Mississauga is committed to promoting local businesses, attractions, and bringing large-scale events to the city. Learn more at visitmississauga.ca.
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MEDIA CONTACT:
For Great Outdoors Comedy Festival
Red Umbrella P.R. | Press@RedUmbrellaPR.com
For Visit Mississauga
City of Mississauga Media Relations | media@mississauga.ca | 905-615-3200, ext. 5232 |
TTY: 905-896-5151