July 17–18, 2026 • Central Cinema
The 2026 Hoot Recap
Two nights, a packed house, and a whole lot of laughs. Here's a look back at Knoxville's inaugural comedy festival.
Recap video coming soon
The first-ever Hoot in The Holler brought Knoxville's comedy community together for two unforgettable nights at Central Cinema in the Happy Holler Historic District. Local and regional comedians took the stage for standup sets, specialty shows, and a few surprises along the way.
Thank you to everyone who showed up, laughed loud, and helped make the very first Hoot a night to remember. This is just the beginning.
Thank You to Our Sponsors
The Hoot in The Holler 2026 was made possible by these incredible local businesses.
See you at the next one