Reflecting on The 24th Annual FUNNYFEST A Night of Laughter, Learning, and Networking
Sometimes the Biggest Win Happens Off Stage
On Saturday, April 27th at 7 PM, I found myself at the Kill Kenny Irish Pub in Calgary, Alberta getting ready to compete in the 24th annual FUNNYFEST competition. Did I take home first place? Nope. But honestly, I still walked away feeling like I won something bigger.
The night was full of laughter, networking, comedy conversations, and one more reminder why I love stand-up comedy so much.
There’s something special about being around other comedians. Some are polished veterans. Some are just figuring things out for the first time. Everybody is chasing that perfect joke that makes a room explode with laughter. Even though it was a competition, the atmosphere still felt supportive and exciting.
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\One of my favourite parts of comedy has always been the people you meet along the way. FUNNYFEST gave me another opportunity to connect with performers, share stories, and just enjoy being part of the comedy world for a night.
Of course, anytime I perform in Calgary, there’s always a little voice in the back of my head wondering if maybe this could be the year everything levels up. But honestly, even when I don’t win, I still leave grateful for the experience.
As a blind comedian, every stage still feels important to me. Every audience teaches me something new. Every laugh reminds me I’m exactly where I’m supposed to be.
And let’s be honest… getting to stand in an Irish pub telling jokes to strangers on a Saturday night is already kind of a win in itself.
Thank you to everyone who continues supporting Blind Guy Comedy and following along on this strange little journey of mine. Whether you’ve been here since the beginning or you’re just discovering my content now, I appreciate you being here.
Take care everybody.
From your blind comedian,
J.R. Bjornson AKA Blind Guy Comedy