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And just like that, it’s over. It’s been an incredible 26 days of laughter. Thank you to all the comedians that shared their stories, thank you to the audience who attended, and thank you Melbourne for letting us take over your city for another year. Until next year ❤️ #MICF – at Melbourne, Victoria

And just like that, we finish. This year has been our biggest yet, and it’s been an absolute blast. Over 600 shows, across 26 days, in every nook and cranny around this beautiful city. Thank you for having us Melbourne. This has been fun, we should do this again sometime. #MICF

The Barry Award nominees for 2018 are Natalie Palamides, Helen Bidou, Tim Key, Celia Pacquola, Lano & Woodley, Alex Edelman, Sam Campbell and Rose Matafeo!

Psst! Missed out on tickets to the Gala? This might be your lucky day! A few have just been released. Get in quick! They won't last long. bit.ly/Gala2018tix

Happy hump day! Our massive 2-4-1 Wednesday is back for another year. Running until noon this Sunday, you can get your hands on two tickets for the price of one for selected shows on Wed 11 April. T’s & C’s and a full list of participating shows here: bit.ly/241MICF

That's a wrap! Another Festival is done! Thank you Melbourne. We should do this again sometime.

And the 2017 Barry Award winner, with most outstanding show of the Fest, is @Hannahgadsby! A huge congratulations to all the nominees!

The nominations for Best Newcomer 2017 are in! HUGE congrats to @fringewivesclub @samtaunton @aaronch3n @RealAngusGordon & @thetravsisters!

You Barry Award nominees are Richard Gadd, Damien Power, Anne Edmonds, Tom Walker, Sammy J and Hannah Gadsby!

The 2016 Barry Award nominees are @zoecoombsmarr @TomCBallard @rhysnicholson @phlaimeaux @anneedmonds1 @DamienPower01 @luisaomielan 👏👏👏

Join host @nathvalvo @TheClaireHooper @rhysnicholson @joeldommett 3pm for 'Festival Buzz' @artscentremelb #free

It's time to announce our 2016 Funny Tonners! @MiryMosey @camtraband @jpmacpherson @jokework #funnytonne #MICF