The Waukegan Comedy Jam is a passion project for Kristin Carnes who grew up in the city and graduated from East High School in 1985. She began doing stand-up comedy in Boston a few years ago performing throughout New England. After participating in a number of comedy festivals around the country, she realized this would be a great addition to Downtown Waukegan’s burgeoning arts scene.

After returning to Waukegan for a visit, Kristin connected with Waukegan Main Street, Three Brothers, and the City of Waukegan and thus the Waukegan Comedy Jam was born.

This years jam will be on September 29th and 30th. The 29th will feature headliner Amy Sumpter and includes Kadeem Fuller, Denise Medina, Ryan Webb, and Dr. Jackie Linn.

The 30th will feature headliner Jarrell Scott Barnes with Eric Mitchell, Mike Atcherson, Luise Noe, and Natalie Wickman.

Both nights will be hosted by local legends Mark Bon and Kristin Carnes!