Boston’s comedy scene is no laughing matter! From classic comedy clubs to underground venues, Boston has a wide variety of options for anyone looking for a good laugh. Discover the top upcoming comedy shows and comedy clubs in Boston.

 

 

Upcoming Comedy Events

Drew Dunn Jun 20

In 2014, Drew began his stand up career quickly making a name for himself around New England for his quick wit, voices, and unique style. After winning the Boston Comedy Festival in 2017, he began to perform comedy regularly around the country. In 2018, Drew won the Seattle…

Comedy at Summer Shack Jun 21

Experience the country's funniest stand-up comedians, at an award-winning restaurant in Cambridge, MA! Named a “Critic’s Pick” in The Boston Globe, our shows regularly feature headlining performers who've appeared on Netflix, Comedy Central, and HBO, to name a few. Offering a…

Mike Epps Jun 21

Get ready for an unforgettable night with Mike Epps, one of the most versatile and beloved figures in entertainment today. Known for his stand-up comedy, acting, and dramatic talent, Mike has built a career that spans both sides of the entertainment world. He is currently…

The Main Stage: Unscripted Show Jun 21

The Main Stage: Unscripted Show is exactly that - 90-mins of completely improvised and unrehearsed comedy gold. Performed by our Main Stage cast, Unscripted features brand new, cutting-edge improv and musical structures mixed with the classic games every audience loves for the…

Angelo Colina: Culpable Jun 22

Angelo Colina es un comediante Venezolano que emigró de Colombia a Estados Unidos en el 2018. Empezó a hacer stand up en Wiseguys Comedy Club (Salt Lake City, Utah) y ahora reside en Nueva York, donde fue co-fundador de Español Please (el cual fue parte del New York Comedy…

Sarah Millican Jun 22

When SARAH MILLICAN was a child, she wouldn’t say boo to a goose. Quiet at school, not many friends, no boobs ‘til she was 16. Now? NOW she is loud, with good friends, a cracking rack and goose booing all over the shop. In Late Bloomer , Sarah’s brand-new stand-up show, she…

Monday Comedy Nights at Lucky's Jun 23

Join us for a free standup comedy show every Monday at Lucky's! Plus, enjoy our Monday Special: Half Priced Small Plates available 10PM - 1AM! Doors open at 7pm | Show at 7:30pm | Seating on a first-come, first-served basis

Jimmy Carr Jun 26

One of the biggest-selling comedy acts in the world, JIMMY CARR consistently performs stand-up to sell-out crowds across the globe. At the latest count he has taken tour shows to over forty different countries and his last world tour, Terribly Funny, sold over 1.2 million tickets…

Magic Mic - Comedy Thursday Jun 26

Get ready for a night of nonstop laughs as The Anchor's revamped comedy nights bring the electric energy of The World Famous Comedy Store Hollywood right to the Boston waterfront! Join us every 4th Thursday this summer for a cavalcade of comedy acts that keeps the mic hot all the…

Justin Silva Jun 27

Get ready to experience the comedy of Justin Silva, a rising star who’s making waves in the comedy scene with his relatable humor and undeniable stage presence. Born and raised in New Haven, CT, Justin’s journey to comedy started at 21, after realizing the traditional workforce…

Welcome To Night Vale Jul 12

WELCOME TO NIGHT VALE is a twice-monthly podcast in the style of community updates for the small desert town of Night Vale, featuring local weather, news, announcements from the Sheriff’s Secret Police, mysterious lights in the night sky, dark hooded figures with unknowable…

"Weird Al" Yankovic Jul 15

"WEIRD AL" YANKOVIC is bringing his full-production multimedia comedy rock show back to the concert stage with the Bigger & Weirder 2025 Tour. After two world tours in smaller venues with scaled-down, intimate shows featuring his original songs, Weird Al now returns to the…

Pete Holmes Aug 23

Pete Holmes is the creator and star of HBO’s Crashing (produced by Judd Apatow) and TBS’ The Pete Holmes Show (produced by Conan O’Brien). He’s also the star of CBS’ How We Roll as well as two HBO stand-up comedy specials. Pete’s also the voice of the e*trade baby and was a guest…

Josh Johnson Sep 04

Get ready for a night of laughs with Josh Johnson, one of the brightest stars in comedy today. With nearly 4 million followers across his social media and recently named “the funniest guy on the internet” by WIRED , Josh has quickly become a household name. An Emmy-nominated…

Ramy Youssef Sep 04

Ramy Youssef is an award-winning Egyptian American creator, actor, producer, director, and comedian whose vibrant voice and unique perspective in storytelling have led to him becoming one of the leading artists of his generation. His second critically acclaimed HBO comedy…

Harland Williams Sep 13

Comedian and Actor Harland Williams is known all over the world for his hilarious movie roles and outlandish stand up and sketch comedy routines. From his unforgettable roles in films such as Dumb and Dumber, Something about Mary, Half Baked, Rocketman, Sorority Boys, Down…

Normal Gossip Sep 14

Normal Gossip is back on tour in 2025 with a BRAND-NEW story! Got a secret you’ve been dying to share? Divulge and indulge in Normal Gossip Live, an evening of juicy, strange, funny, and utterly banal gossip about people you’ll never know and never meet, coming to the stage…

Pat Mcgann Sep 20

Pat McGann is quickly rising as one of the sharpest stand-ups in the comedy world. A relative latecomer to the scene, Pat began stand up at the age of 31 after realizing he was not very good at selling packaging. He hustled his way to become the house emcee at Zanies Chicago…

Matt Shore Does Songs at You Sep 24

Matt Shore enjoys turning mundane things in life into hilarious, high-energy pop bangers. With topics ranging from dealing with anxiety, trying to pay student loans, protecting yourself from Boston’s wild turkeys, and more, he’s got the song you didn’t know you needed. Matt’s…

John Mulaney Sep 25

JOHN MULANEY is a three-time Emmy Award, Critics Choice award and WGA award-winning writer, comedian and actor. Mulaney can currently be seen hosting his new Netflix talk show, EVERYBODY's LIVE WITH JOHN MULANEY. The show airs live on Wednesday's at 7pm PT/10pm ET. Mulaney's…

Matt Friend Sep 27

Matt Friend is an old soul in the body of a 26-year-old comedian, actor, and impressionist. A 2020 graduate of NYU’s Gallatin School, Matthew’s love for comedy and entertainment began at the tender age of four after watching Austin Powers and mimicking the characters’ voices. His…

Kumail Nanjiani Sep 28

Kumail Nanjiani is an Oscar-nominated writer, Emmy-nominated and SAG Award winning actor, and critically acclaimed producer and comedian. Nanjiani recently won a SAG Award for his recurring role in the 4th season of hit Hulu series Only Murders in the Building and earned an Emmy…

Sardines (a comedy about death) Sep 30

Fresh from a celebrated run at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, Sardines explores – with tremendous grace and humanity – the tragic, hilarious, and important questions of our time: Can we enjoy life if we know how it ends? Does making art actually help? And if Rihanna’s…

Noel Miller Oct 02

Noel is a beloved touring comedian, musician, director, podcaster & digital megastar. Noel’s biting one-liners and topical social commentary have made him a force to be reckoned with in the comedy world with over 8 million supporters across social platforms (as of Oct. 2023)…

Jonathan Van Ness Oct 03

Jonathan Van Ness is an Emmy-winning television personality, 3x New York Times best-selling author, podcaster, comedian and hairstylist to the stars. They star on Netflix’s Emmy Award-winning reboot series “Queer Eye,” where they shines as the hair guru and self-care advocate…

Maz Jobrani Oct 03

Maz Jobrani is a comedian and actor who performs around the world and recently released a new standup comedy special THE BIRDS AND THE BEES that is now available for streaming on YouTube. As an actor, he was most recently seen playing the loveable “Fawz” on the CBS comedy…

Top Comedy Venues

 

Laugh Boston

Located in the Westin Waterfront Hotel, Laugh Boston is a favorite stop for some of the nation's top touring stand-up comedians. This year, the venue's state-of-the-art sound and lighting systems will shine on acts like Sahib Singh, Josh Johnson, Natasha Leggero, and Lucas Zelnick. Featuring a restaurant and bar that serves light bites and signature cocktails like the Drunkin' Dunkin, Go Fish, and Seaport Escape Bowl, Laugh Boston is the perfect place to grab a drink and a show in Boston's trendy Seaport neighborhood. 

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Improv Asylum

What started as a basement theater company in 1997 is still in a basement. But don't let that fool you. For over 20 years, Improv Asylum has been voted Boston's Best Comedy. Featuring several performances each week, including its Main Stage Cast, NXT Cast, and all-improv Raunch show, Improv Asylum has something for every comedy lover. And if you're traveling with kids, they even have a matinee with bottomless hot cocoa! 

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The Wilbur Theatre

While not exclusively a comedy club, the historic Wilbur Theatre hosts A-list comedians nearly every week. Think Donnell Rawlings, Sam Jay, Wanda Sykes, Tracy Morgan, and Sarah Silverman - and that's just a glimpse of this year's lineup! Not traveling during a show? The Wilbur is also a top destination for live music in Boston.

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Nick's Comedy Stop

Nick's Comedy Stop has been a staple of the Boston comedy scene for over 45 years. Featuring shows every Friday and Saturday, Nick's is widely considered the place to see up-and-coming comedians but has also hosted legendary performers like Denis Leary, Jay Leno, and Jerry Seinfeld. With a full bar and group rates for 15+, this is the perfect stop if you're planning a bachelor or bachelorette party in Boston.

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The Rockwell

Given its location in Somerville, a city with more artists per capita than any other in the United States, it's no surprise that the Rockwell is a hotbed of comedy. Formerly The Davis Square Theatre and Jimmy Tingle’s Off Broadway, this basement-level theater features a full bar and has a lineup ranging from children’s comedy to burlesque.