Charlie Pickering wearing a suit and tie, his arms raised, in front of a calendar with F for Friday circled.

Until 17 Apr

TGIF: Melbourne International Comedy Festival Special

Charlie Pickering is taking TGIF! to the Melbourne International Comedy Festival.

TGIF! – Thank God It’s Friday! is a weekly comedy radio show airing every Friday, live from the ABC studios. These three Melbourne International Comedy Festival special editions will recap the week’s events with some of the best comedians from the Festival.

Join Charlie and his guests for an hour of laughs – the perfect way to kick start the weekend.

This event is free but get in quick, tickets will go fast!

Date	Times
Fri 10 Apr	4:30pm - 6:00pm
Fri 17 Apr	4:30pm - 6:00pm

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