If you’ve been sleeping on the Columbus comedy scene… respectfully, wake up.
Comedy shows in Columbus and Central Ohio are not just a fun thing to do on a Friday anymore. They’re becoming one of the top nightlife choices in the city. In fact, what used to feel like a hidden gem has turned into one of the fastest-growing comedy hotspots in the country. Outside of the big three… NYC, LA, and Chicago… Columbus is quietly (and quickly) becoming a major comedy player.
And the proof is in the pudding.
Don’t Tell Comedy, the national comedy production company known for its secret pop-up shows and massive online presence, has openly said that Columbus is one of its biggest markets. Not “pretty good for the Midwest.” They even filmed their first comedy special outside of New York or Los Angeles right here in Columbus.
So if you’re looking for the best comedy shows in Columbus this month… whether that’s stand-up, improv, open mics, national tours, or secret pop-up sets… this is your ultimate guide.
Let’s get you laughing.
Comedy Shows in Columbus This Month (and Beyond!)
Open Mic Comedy hosted by Ty Moore (7pm sign up)
Mon, Apr 20 +more dates • 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Cafe Bourbon Street • 2216 Summit St Columbus, 43201
Other
The Big Dumb Comedy Jam
Mon, Apr 20 • 7:00 pm
Admission starts at: $19.73Woodlands Tavern • 1200 West 3rd Avenue Columbus, 43212
Other
DSACO Improv Comedy for All!
Tue, Apr 21 • 6:30 pm
Admission starts at: $20Funny Bone Comedy Club and Restaurant • 145 Easton Town Center Columbus, 43219
Other
Mark Paul
Wed, Apr 22 • 7:00 pm
Admission starts at: $32Funny Bone Comedy Club and Restaurant • 145 Easton Town Center Columbus, 43219
Other
Joe Dombrowski
Thu, Apr 23 - Fri, Apr 24 • 7:00 pm
Funny Bone Comedy Club and Restaurant • 145 Easton Town Center Columbus, 43219
Other
Frank Caliendo
Sat, Apr 25 - Sun, Apr 26 • Times Vary
Admission starts at: $37Funny Bone Comedy Club and Restaurant • 145 Easton Town Center Columbus, 43219
Other
Robyn and Jason Gilleran
Sat, Apr 25 • 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Admission starts at: $27.29The Attic Columbus • 892 Oak Street Columbus, 43205
Other
Abbas Wahab LIVE Comedy Show
Sat, Apr 25 • 9:00 pm - 10:30 pm
Admission starts at: $27.29The Attic Columbus • 892 Oak Street Columbus, 43205
Other
Laura Peek Live Standup Comedy Show
Sun, Apr 26 • 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Admission starts at: $27.29The Attic Columbus • 892 Oak Street Columbus, 43205
Other
Josh Ocean Thomas
Sun, Apr 26 • 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
The Hashtag Comedy Co. • 1253 North High Street Columbus, 43201
Other
Bar Open Mic Night
Tue, Apr 28 • 7:30 pm
Funny Bone Comedy Club and Restaurant • 145 Easton Town Center Columbus, 43219
Other
AJ Wilkerson
Wed, Apr 29 • 7:00 pm
Admission starts at: $27Funny Bone Comedy Club and Restaurant • 145 Easton Town Center Columbus, 43219
Other
Jason Salmon
Thu, Apr 30 • 7:00 pm
Admission starts at: $32Funny Bone Comedy Club and Restaurant • 145 Easton Town Center Columbus, 43219
Other
OhJay Lamont Live Standup Comedy Show
Thu, Apr 30 • 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Admission starts at: $19.97The Attic Columbus • 892 Oak Street Columbus, 43205
Other
The Magic of Eric Eaton
Fri, May 1 • 7:00 pm
Admission starts at: $32Funny Bone Comedy Club and Restaurant • 145 Easton Town Center Columbus, 43219
Other
Martin Lawrence
Fri, May 1 • 8:00 pm
Mershon Auditorium • 1871 North High Street Columbus, 43210
Other
Rafi Bastos
Sat, May 2 • 6:30 pm
Funny Bone Comedy Club and Restaurant • 145 Easton Town Center Columbus, 43219
Other
Morgan Jay: Goofy Guy Tour
Sat, May 2 • 7:00 pm
Palace Theatre • 34 West Broad Street Columbus, 43215
Other
Funniest Person in Columbus Contest
Wed, May 6 • 7:00 pm
Admission starts at: $10Funny Bone Comedy Club and Restaurant • 145 Easton Town Center Columbus, 43219
Other
Mary Santora
Thu, May 7 • 7:00 pm
Admission starts at: $27Funny Bone Comedy Club and Restaurant • 145 Easton Town Center Columbus, 43219
Other
Ian Bagg
Fri, May 8 - Sat, May 9 • Times Vary
Funny Bone Comedy Club and Restaurant • 145 Easton Town Center Columbus, 43219
Other
Mother’s Day Comedy Show
Sun, May 10 • 5:30 pm
Admission starts at: $32Funny Bone Comedy Club and Restaurant • 145 Easton Town Center Columbus, 43219
Other
Patrick Warburton
Tue, May 12 • 7:00 pm
Admission starts at: $37Funny Bone Comedy Club and Restaurant • 145 Easton Town Center Columbus, 43219
Other
Ben Bankas
Wed, May 13 • 7:00 pm
Admission starts at: $32Funny Bone Comedy Club and Restaurant • 145 Easton Town Center Columbus, 43219
Other
Emma Willmann
Thu, May 14 • 7:00 pm
Admission starts at: $27Funny Bone Comedy Club and Restaurant • 145 Easton Town Center Columbus, 43219
Other
Aries Spears
Fri, May 15 - Sun, May 17 • Times Vary
Admission starts at: $37Funny Bone Comedy Club and Restaurant • 145 Easton Town Center Columbus, 43219
Other
Alexander Nezlobin (IN RUSSIAN)
Wed, May 20 • 7:00 pm
Admission starts at: $60Funny Bone Comedy Club and Restaurant • 145 Easton Town Center Columbus, 43219
Other
Two Dykes and a Mic
Thu, May 21 • 7:00 pm
Admission starts at: $32Funny Bone Comedy Club and Restaurant • 145 Easton Town Center Columbus, 43219
Other
Rene Vaca 2026 Tour
Fri, May 22 - Sat, May 23 • Times Vary
Admission starts at: $32Funny Bone Comedy Club and Restaurant • 145 Easton Town Center Columbus, 43219
Other
Next Stop Comedy at Combustion Brewery & Taproom
Fri, May 22 • 7:00 pm
Combustion Brewery & Taproom – Pickerington • 80 West Church Street Pickerington, 43147
Other
JACQUELINE NOVAK: 2026 TOUR
Fri, May 22 • 7:00 pm
Newport Music Hall • 1722 North High Street Columbus, 43201
Other
Dustin Nickerson
Thu, May 28 • 7:00 pm
Admission starts at: $27Funny Bone Comedy Club and Restaurant • 145 Easton Town Center Columbus, 43219
Other
Tony Baker
Fri, May 29 - Sat, May 30 • Times Vary
Admission starts at: $42Funny Bone Comedy Club and Restaurant • 145 Easton Town Center Columbus, 43219
Other
Nick Hoff
Sun, May 31 • 6:00 pm
Admission starts at: $27Funny Bone Comedy Club and Restaurant • 145 Easton Town Center Columbus, 43219
Other
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