Comedy Events in New York City

Stand-up comedy, improv shows, and comedy nights in New York City.

51 upcoming comedy events

Sat/Jun 6Naomi Watanabe

Fri, 5 Jun 2026

The Town Hall

Naomi Watanabe brings her high-energy, boundary-pushing stand-up and comedic performance to Town Hall for a lively, bilingual evening of laughs and personality.

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Thu, 4 Jun 2026

Kings Theatre

Kevin Langue brings his stand-up show on tour to the historic Kings Theatre in Brooklyn for a live evening of comedy and laughs.

EGG SALAD SKETCH COMEDY

Sat, 6 Jun 2026 at 3:00 PM

Peoples Improv Theater

Dive into the zany world of EGG SALAD SKETCH COMEDY at The PIT, NYC's iconic indie stage, where rapid-fire sketches, absurd riffs, and punchy one-liners sparkle against brick walls and a buzzing, intimate crowd.

John Oliver & Seth Meyers

Sun, 14 Jun 2026 at 7:30 PM

Beacon Theatre

Late-night hosts John Oliver and Seth Meyers share the stage for a live comedy event at the historic Beacon Theatre in New York, featuring sharp political satire and stand-up moments.

Ray Bull: Please Stop Laughing Tour

Fri, 12 Jun 2026

Mercury Lounge

Ray Bull brings his 'Please Stop Laughing' stand-up tour to Mercury Lounge for an evening of new-material comedy and crowd-driven laughs.

The Mid-Life Crisis Show

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 at 5:30 PM

Peoples Improv Theater

Laugh-out-loud late-night stand-up at The PIT in New York, exploring modern mid-life mayhem with sharp stories and crowd-work. A quirky, energetic evening perfect for adults seeking relatable humor.

Stand Up NY Presents: Michael Lenoci

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 at 4:30 PM

Stand Up NY at Bond 45

Michael Lenoci headlines Stand Up NY at Bond 45 in New York, delivering sharp, observational stand-up in a classic NYC club setting. A Los Angeles-based comedian with credits from Just For Laughs New Faces and FOX, Lenoci brings his polished, high-energy set to the stage.

Wednesday Night Scene Jam!

Thu, 2 Jul 2026

Peoples Improv Theater

Wednesday Night Scene Jam! at The PIT in New York City is a fast-paced, audience-participation comedy show where sharp improv, bold sketches and surprise guests light up a midweek spark.

Ben Schwartz & Friends

Sat, 19 Sept 2026 at 7:00 PM

Beacon Theatre

Ben Schwartz headlines a late-evening comedy show at the historic Beacon Theatre in New York, joined by a crew of friends for sharp stories and playful banter. The intimate stage and classic theatre ambiance promise a night of lively crowd-work and big laughs.

Chelsea Handler

Fri, 25 Sept 2026

Beacon Theatre

Chelsea Handler brings her sharp, fearless stand-up to the Beacon Theatre in New York. Expect candid storytelling, fearless political takes, and sharp observations delivered in a high-energy evening at a landmark venue.

Bassem Youssef: Belly of the Beast Tour

Thu, 17 Sept 2026

Flushing Town Hall

Bassem Youssef brings his Belly of the Beast tour to Town Hall NYC for a sharp evening of political satire and stand-up. Expect incisive humor about media, power, and current events from the acclaimed Egyptian satirist in an intimate NYC venue.

Sat/Sep 19Brad Williams: The Tall Tales Tour

Fri, 18 Sept 2026

The Town Hall

Brad Williams brings his Tall Tales Tour to Town Hall in New York on Sep 19, 2026 for an evening of sharp, adult stand-up comedy.

Thu/Oct 15Here's John Bishop

Wed, 14 Oct 2026

The Town Hall

British stand-up John Bishop brings his live comedy tour to The Town Hall on Oct 15, 2026 for an evening of observational and character-driven humor.

Laura Ramoso – Stand-up Comedy at Beacon Theatre

Sun, 13 Sept 2026 at 7:00 PM

Beacon Theatre

Laura Ramoso headlines a late-night stand-up show at the Beacon Theatre in New York. Expect sharp, relatable humor and energetic crowd work delivered in a historic, landmark venue renowned for its concert-hall ambiance.

Kathy Griffin: New Face, New Tour

Thu, 15 Oct 2026

Flushing Town Hall

Kathy Griffin headlines the 'New Face, New Tour' at Town Hall in New York City. Expect fearless political humor, candid anecdotes, and high-energy stand-up from a veteran comic in an intimate venue.

Sun/Sep 13Gaurav Kapoor Live

Sat, 12 Sept 2026

The Town Hall

Gaurav Kapoor brings a live stand-up comedy performance to The Town Hall on Sep 13, promising an evening of sharp humor and crowd-friendly jokes for adults and comedy fans in New York City.

Sat/Oct 3Kanan Gill: Not This Again

Fri, 2 Oct 2026

The Town Hall

Kanan Gill brings his stand-up show "Not This Again" to Town Hall in New York on Oct 3, 2026 — an English-language live comedy night of observational jokes and crowd work.

Christian Royce: Stand-Up at The PIT

Sat, 24 Oct 2026 at 4:30 PM

Peoples Improv Theater (The PIT)

Christian Royce headlines a stand-up set at The PIT in New York. Expect sharp, observational humor and bold storytelling delivered in an intimate, high-energy venue known for cutting-edge comedy.

The Saturday Jam

Sat, 13 Mar 2027

Peoples Improv Theater (The PIT)

The Saturday Jam at The PIT in New York City invites improvisers of all levels to come together for a crowd-driven, freeform session. Watch quick-witted scenes unfold in an intimate downtown venue as performers push ideas and audience suggestions into playful, unpredictable comedy.

Late Night Trash Can with Jenny Hagel (in NYC)

Mon, 29 Mar 2027 at 3:00 PM

Jenny Hagel headlines the Late Night Trash Can series with sharp, offbeat stand-up across multiple NYC venues. A late-night comedy cabaret of bold jokes, improvisation, and city-drawn energy.

Bobby McMan ‘Splains It All

Mon, 8 Mar 2027 at 2:15 PM

Peoples Improv Theater

Bobby McMan ‘Splains It All’ at The PIT delivers hilariously candid takes on pop culture, misadventures, and life, in tight, witty bursts that zing through the intimate New York basement.

Grad Show: Level 2 Improv

Mon, 8 Mar 2027 at 2:00 PM

Peoples Improv Theater

Step into The PIT for Grad Show: Level 2 Improv, where sharp student sketches collide with rapid-fire improv, neon-lit basement energy, and a fearless, late-night vibe that proves New York's next-gen comics are here.

Sotto Voce & Friends

Sat, 13 Mar 2027

Peoples Improv Theater (The PIT)

Sotto Voce & Friends headlines a NYC stand-up night at The PIT, with a rotating lineup of guest comics. Expect sharp, personal storytelling, quick one-liners, and a lively, intimate stage that thrives on wit and crowd energy.

People's Sketch Revues: Opening the Archives

Fri, 5 Mar 2027

Peoples Improv Theater

People's Sketch Revues: Opening the Archives at The PIT unlocks decades of quick-fire sketches, chaos, and collaborative hilarity under NYC's brick-walled stage that pulses with audience energy.

MARCH MADNESS ELITE 8

Sat, 6 Mar 2027

Peoples Improv Theater

MARCH MADNESS ELITE 8 at The PIT in New York is a high-octane comedy throwdown where sharp one-liners and fearless crowd work collide in a compact, intimate room that pulses with NYC laughter.

Ladies Stand-Up Open Mic

Sat, 13 Mar 2027

Peoples Improv Theater (The PIT)

Experience Ladies Stand-Up Open Mic at The PIT in New York City. Female comedians take the stage in a casual, lively open-mic night at a renowned NYC comedy club, offering fresh material and bold punchlines.

Friday Feel-GOOD IMPROV JAM

Sat, 13 Mar 2027 at 1:00 PM

Peoples Improv Theater (The PIT)

Friday Feel-GOOD IMPROV JAM at The PIT in New York. A casual, collaborative evening of spontaneous scenes, with invited performers riffing off suggestions and audience participation encouraged. Expect fast-paced laughs in an intimate venue and a friendly, community vibe.

The Baldwins

Sat, 13 Mar 2027

Peoples Improv Theater (The PIT)

The Baldwins perform at The PIT in NYC, delivering sharp stand-up in a gritty venue. A crowd-pleasing night of jokes and stories from a dynamic duo. Expect fast-paced banter, observational humor, and a no-frills club vibe.

MARCH MADNESS ’26 SWEET 16

Fri, 5 Mar 2027

Peoples Improv Theater

MARCH MADNESS '26 SWEET 16 at The PIT teams up New York's boldest stand-ups for a turbocharged comedy bracket, fast-fire punchlines, surprise crowdwork, and a rambunctious, slam-dunk energy in a basement-venue vibe.

Monday OPEN MIC! w/ Obi O’Brien

Mon, 29 Mar 2027

Peoples Improv Theater

Kick off the week with Monday Open Mic at The PIT in New York, featuring Obi O'Brien and a rotating slate of local comedians. A casual, welcoming club setting for testing new material and enjoying fresh stand-up in an intimate venue.

The Secret Mic

Fri, 5 Mar 2027

Peoples Improv Theater

The Secret Mic at The PIT drops you into New York's intimate comedy dungeon, where fearless new voices test sharp one-liners under the glow of neon-lit brick walls, turning spontaneous riffs into surprising, crowd-ready gems.

DUCK SHOW

Sat, 13 Mar 2027

Peoples Improv Theater (The PIT)

A lively improv comedy night at The PIT in New York City, titled DUCK SHOW, delivering quick-witted scenes and playful audience interaction on March 14, 2027.

Wigs!

Fri, 5 Mar 2027

Peoples Improv Theater

Wigs! at The PIT erupts with fearless camp, character-driven bits, and lipstick-bright punchlines as NYC's late-night crowd roars under the intimate, brick-wall glow of the PIT.

DUH! and All She Wrote

Wed, 31 Mar 2027

Peoples Improv Theater

DUH! and All She Wrote delivers a punchy NYC sketch-night at The PIT. This duo-driven comedy show blends sharp character bits and rapid-fire sketches inside the intimate theater for a lively, after-work crowd.

Grad Show: Level 1 Stand-Up

Mon, 29 Mar 2027 at 1:30 PM

Peoples Improv Theater

New York's The PIT hosts Grad Show: Level 1 Stand-Up featuring Korkolis. A lively evening of fresh stand-up sets by emerging comics, blending casual vibes with high-energy laughs in a classic downtown venue.

Friday Feel-GOOD IMPROV JAM

Sat, 6 Mar 2027 at 1:00 PM

Peoples Improv Theater

Friday Feel-GOOD IMPROV JAM at The PIT invites loose, joyful improv, quick-fire games, and a friendly NYC crowd to kick off weekend vibes with feel-good laughter.

Livin 4 Laughs

Fri, 12 Mar 2027

Peoples Improv Theater (The PIT)

Live stand-up night 'Livin 4 Laughs' at The PIT in New York City. Expect a casual evening of sharp jokes and crowd work from a lineup of comedians in an intimate club environment, delivering fast-paced, crowd-pleasing humor.

Obi Comedy Hour

Sat, 6 Mar 2027

Peoples Improv Theater

Obi Comedy Hour at The PIT gives the mic to a sharp host who stitches personal stories into punchy routines, in a cozy New York room where every setup lands with a satisfying zing.

Out of Office: Back to Work

Sun, 7 Mar 2027 at 3:00 PM

Peoples Improv Theater

Out of Office: Back to Work at The PIT in New York skewers office life with rapid-fire sketches and character-driven bits, delivering punchlines quick enough to outrun the coffee machine.

The Omnivores Present: Eating Everything!

Tue, 30 Mar 2027

Peoples Improv Theater

An intimate NYC comedy night at The PIT as The Omnivores present Eating Everything!, delivering sharp crowd-work, playful storytelling, and high-energy humor in the brick-walled basement venue on 29th Street.

The Sitcom Jam

Tue, 30 Mar 2027

Peoples Improv Theater

The Sitcom Jam at The PIT in New York brings a rotating cast to perform improvised sitcom-style scenes, with quick setups inspired by audience suggestions. Expect fast-paced sketches, character work, and goofy twists in a cozy, urban theater setting. A lively, casual night of collaborative comedy.

The Saturday Jam

Sat, 6 Mar 2027

Peoples Improv Theater

The Saturday Jam at The PIT in New York City turns Saturdays into a riotous comedy jam—tight sketches, bold improv prompts, and warm, unfiltered audience energy pairing laughs with surprise.

The SUNDAY JAM

Sun, 28 Mar 2027

Peoples Improv Theater

The Sunday Jam at The PIT in New York is an open improv session where performers riff on audience suggestions in a lively, high-energy show. A playful, inclusive night for improv fans to watch and join in.

Ladies Stand-Up! (Men Sit Down) Open Mic

Sat, 6 Mar 2027

Peoples Improv Theater

Ladies Stand-Up! (Men Sit Down) Open Mic at The PIT flips the mic to fearless female voices, with sharp, witty stories and a supportive New York crowd that laughs along.

CHARACTER COUNTS OPEN MIC

Fri, 12 Mar 2027

Peoples Improv Theater (The PIT)

The PIT hosts Character Counts Open Mic in NYC, giving comedians of all levels a chance to test material on a welcoming stage. A rotating lineup of stand-up and character-based bits, in an intimate club setting that thrives on lively energy.

The Mid-Life Crisis Show

Sat, 27 Mar 2027

Peoples Improv Theater

A lively stand-up show at The PIT in NYC that dives into aging, career changes, and late-life reassessment with sharp jokes and relatable storytelling. Expect intimate crowd-work, bold takes on adulthood, and good-natured energy in a casual, fun venue.

The Secret Mic

Fri, 12 Mar 2027

Peoples Improv Theater (The PIT)

Join NYC's The PIT for a secret open-mic night where aspiring comedians test new material in an intimate, improv-friendly space. Expect raw humor, rotating hosts, and surprise guests as seasoned performers mingle with fresh voices.

Ladies Stand-Up! (Men Sit Down) Open Mic

Sat, 27 Mar 2027

Peoples Improv Theater

A female-led stand-up open mic at The PIT in NYC, featuring women comedians testing new material. Expect sharp, fearless humor, tight crowd-work, and an intimate indoor venue known for fostering bold, collaborative comedy.

Level 2 Improv with Jacobson

Sun, 28 Mar 2027

Peoples Improv Theater

Level 2 Improv with Jacobson at The PIT in NYC offers an advanced, fast-paced evening of spontaneous scenes and games. Expect sharp audience participation, quick wit, and a vibrant, intimate comedy venue known for bold improv.

CHARACTER COUNTS OPEN MIC

Fri, 5 Mar 2027

Peoples Improv Theater

CHARACTER COUNTS OPEN MIC at The PIT invites bold storytellers to own the mic with quick takes and wild characters, housed in NYC's raw, theatre-in-a-basement energy.

The Wednesday Show MIC

Wed, 31 Mar 2027

Peoples Improv Theater

A midweek open-mic night at The PIT in New York City where aspiring comedians test new material in front of a live audience, offering a supportive vibe for performers and an entertaining show for attendees.