Live comedy near you

Make tonight funny.

Name: Open Comedy
Author: Open Comedy

Find the room, watch the acts, and know what you are booking before you leave the house.

See shows near me Browse comedians

14,144+ comedians1,713+ upcoming showsFree to browse

Upcoming comedy shows

Browse all shows

The Bar LXXXII Comedy Club

Thu 15 Oct

Bar 82, Colchester , GB

Funhouse Comedy Club - Comedy Night in Southwell October 2026

Thu 15 Oct

The Final Whistle, Southwell, England, GB

"Weird Al" Yankovic: Bigger & Weirder 2026 Tour

Thu, Oct 15

Allen County War Memorial Coliseum, Fort Wayne, US

Tom Ward: Post-Millennium Tension

Wed 14 Oct

The Comedy Store, London, GB

Nice N' Spiky Comedy @ Chelsea Theatre

Wed 14 Oct

Chelsea Theatre, London, England, GB

Laura Ramoso: The Calm Down Tour

Thu, Oct 15

The Masonic, San Francisco, US

Get new comedy nights near you, by email

Tell us where you are and we'll let you know when new shows are added nearby. Unsubscribe anytime.

What is Open Comedy?

We are a free platform for live comedy. Thousands of comedians, hundreds of listed gigs, all in one place. No membership, no fees, no catch.

If you are here to watch comedy

Browse what is on near you, watch clips before you book, and follow the acts you like so you know when they are playing again. Add your email and we will tell you what is on locally, without the usual weekly spam.

If you perform

Create a free profile, upload your clips, and apply directly to gigs that are looking for acts. No agent, no commission, nobody taking a cut of your fee.

If you book comedy

Post your gig for free and comedians apply to you with video, so you can see the act before you confirm the lineup. We charge no booking fees at all, and that is permanent, not a launch offer. Platforms like GigSalad and Encore take between five and twenty percent of every booking. We take nothing.

Running a comedy night?

Add your event free and it appears in our public listings, which is increasingly where search engines and AI assistants pull their answers from when someone asks what comedy is on this weekend. It takes two minutes and costs nothing.

What can fans do on Open Comedy?

Find shows near you

Browse upcoming comedy events in your area. Filter by location, date, and venue to find the perfect night out.

Watch comedy videos

Preview comedians before you see them live. Watch clips, highlights, and full sets from talented performers.

Discover new talent

Find emerging comedians and hidden gems. Browse profiles, read bios, and discover your next favorite act.

Follow comedians

Keep track of performers you love. Follow them to see when they have upcoming shows in your area.

Explore venues

Find comedy clubs, bars, and theaters hosting live comedy. Discover new spots in your city.

Get notified

Never miss a show. Get alerts when your favorite comedians or venues have new events.

How to find comedy shows near you

Search by location

Enter your city or postcode to find shows nearby.

Browse events

See upcoming shows with dates, venues, and lineups.

Preview comedians

Watch video clips to find acts you'll enjoy.

Attend the show

Get tickets and enjoy a night of live comedy!

Everything you can do as a comedy fan

Discover live comedy shows and events near you
Browse comedian profiles and watch video clips
Follow your favorite performers and venues
Get notified when comedians you follow have upcoming shows
Find open mic nights and new material shows
Explore comedy venues in your city
Watch comedy videos from emerging talent
Stay updated on the local comedy scene

Why use Open Comedy to find shows?

Shows from all over

Clubs, bars, theatres, and independent nights - all in one place. From big headliners to small open mics.

Preview before you go

Watch video clips from performers before attending. Know exactly what style of comedy to expect and discover new comedians you'll love.

Completely free

No subscriptions, no fees. Browse shows, watch videos, and follow comedians without paying anything. We believe comedy discovery should be accessible to everyone.

Support local comedy

Discover emerging talent and local venues. Your attendance helps comedians build their careers and keeps the live comedy scene thriving.

Types of comedy shows you can find

Stand-Up Comedy

Classic stand-up shows with professional comedians

Open Mic Nights

See emerging talent try out new material

New Material Shows

Established comedians testing fresh jokes

Comedy Club Shows

Full lineups at dedicated comedy venues

Bar & Pub Comedy

Casual comedy nights at local bars

Showcase Events

Multiple comedians in one evening

Ready to discover live comedy?

Browse upcoming shows, watch comedian videos, and find your next night out. It's completely free.

Find shows near me Create a free account

Explore more

Comedy venues Browse comedians Open mic nights About Open Comedy Trust and safety