The three day event will see Jason returning to host the opening night with some of the biggest names in Comedy, while some of his comedy friends host the rest of the weekend. Here is the full list of all the big name comedians set to perform over the three days:
7. Sara Pascoe - May 2
Comedian and TV star Sara Pascoe will also be joining Russell for the second day of the festival.
8. Zoe Lyons - May 2
Zoe Lyons, star of Mock the Week, Michael McIntyres Comedy Roadshow, The Paul OGrady Show, The Wright Stuff (as a regular guest panelist) and Daves One Night Stand will also be appearing.
9. Dara O Briain - May 2
Stand-up comedian and television presenter Dara O Briain, best known in the UK for hosting BBCs Mock the Week completes the line-up for day-two of this year's comedy festival.
10. Joel Dommett - May 3
The final night of the Festival will see comedian and host of the Masked Singer Joel Dommett, will take control of the mic for day three of the festival.
11. Dan Nightingale - May 3
Lancashire lad Dan Nightingale, who is widely regarded as one of the best performers working on the comedy circuit today, will join Joel for day three of the festival.
12. Reginald D Hunter - May 3
Joel and Dan also will be joined by popular American comedian Reginald D Hunter.