Hope Flood's 11th Annual Comics Rock Convention

LOS ANGELES - EntSun -- Iconic comedienne, author, actress, and cultural trailblazer Hope Flood will unite generations of comedic talent at Hope Flood's 11th Annual Comics Rock Convention (CRC), taking place July 19–23, 2026, in Los Angeles.

The multi-day event coincides with a significant personal milestone as Flood celebrates her 60th birthday, the theme "Old Black Hollywood Gala." As well as transforming the week into a powerful celebrity comedy awards tribute honoring the legends, movers and shakers in the comedy game.

Purple Carpet Celebrity Comedy Awards will honor Deon Cole-"Comedian of the Year", Don "DC" Curry "Living Legend Award", Alex Thomas "Living Legacy Icon Award", Michael Blackson "Humanitarian Award" & Tisha Campbell "Best Comedic Actress".

Hope Flood's 11th Annual Comics Rock Convention (CRC) is a first-of-its-kind gathering created to honor the voices that laid the foundation of comedy while intentionally cultivating opportunities for the next generation to rise.

The convention will feature live stand-up showcases at LA's Mainstream comedy clubs, an industry panel mixer, educational workshops taught by veteran comedians such as Rodney Perry, Shang Forbes, and networking with comedians from all over the country.

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"Comedy has always been about more than laughs," said Flood. "It's a business, it's about truth, culture, resilience, and connection. CRC is a celebration of where we've been, where we are, and where we're going and I can't think of a better way to celebrate 60 years of life than by honoring the art form that gave me my voice".

Throughout the convention, attendees can expect appearances by veteran comedians, rising stars, writers, producers, and entertainment executives, alongside candid conversations exploring comedy's role across film, television, streaming, touring, and digital platforms.

Programming will also spotlight the business of comedy, offering valuable insight into branding, longevity, ownership, and navigating today's ever-evolving entertainment landscape.

Hosted in Los Angeles, CA, the epicenter of the global entertainment industry, Hope Flood's 11th Annual Comics Rock Convention (CRC) is poised as the premier annual destination rooted in comedy culture, education, and celebration.

The 2026 convening will serve as both an industry gathering and a milestone celebration honoring Flood's enduring impact on comedy and entertainment.

Registration and sponsorship opportunities are now available at www.comicsrockconvention.com.