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!)
Jaime Garcia Live Standup Comedy Show
Tue, Feb 17 - Sun, Mar 15 • 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Admission starts at: $24.62The Attic Columbus • 892 Oak Street Columbus, 43205
Other
Improv Level 5 Graduate Showcase
Tue, Feb 17 • 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm
The Hashtag Comedy Co. • 1253 North High Street Columbus, 43201
Other
Emo Phillips
Wed, Feb 18 • 7:00 pm
Admission starts at: $32Funny Bone Comedy Club and Restaurant • 145 Easton Town Center Columbus, 43219
Other
Improv Level 1 Graduate Showcase (WEDNESDAY)
Wed, Feb 18 • 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm
The Hashtag Comedy Co. • 1253 North High Street Columbus, 43201
Other
Jeff Allen – Love & Laughter Tour
Thu, Feb 19 • 7:00 pm
Admission starts at: $42Funny Bone Comedy Club and Restaurant • 145 Easton Town Center Columbus, 43219
Other
Antiques Road Show (& Tell)
Thu, Feb 19 • 7:00 pm
Admission starts at: $12The Nest Theatre • 2643 North High Street Columbus, 43202
Other
Improv Level 2 Graduate Showcase
Thu, Feb 19 • 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm
The Hashtag Comedy Co. • 1253 North High Street Columbus, 43201
Other
Nick Banks LIVE Comedy Show
Thu, Feb 19 • 8:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Admission starts at: $24.62The Attic Columbus • 892 Oak Street Columbus, 43205
Other
Zachariah Porter: The Big Back Behavior Tour
Thu, Feb 19 • 8:00 pm
Southern Theater • 21 East Main Street Columbus, 43215
Other
An Evening with Larry the Cable Guy
Fri, Feb 20 • 7:00 pm
Mershon Auditorium • 1871 North High Street Columbus, 43210
Other
TBD: The Improvised Musical!
Fri, Feb 20 • 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
The Hashtag Comedy Co. • 1253 North High Street Columbus, 43201
Other
Ben Bankas
Fri, Feb 20 • 7:00 pm
Admission starts at: $32Funny Bone Comedy Club and Restaurant • 145 Easton Town Center Columbus, 43219
Other
Hot Fuss Comedy Show
Fri, Feb 20 • 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Admission starts at: $13.19The Attic Columbus • 892 Oak Street Columbus, 43205
Other
Kam Patterson
Fri, Feb 20 - Sat, Feb 21 • Times Vary
Admission starts at: $37Funny Bone Comedy Club and Restaurant • 145 Easton Town Center Columbus, 43219
Other
HERE: the (Improvised) Musical
Fri, Feb 20 • 7:30 pm
The Nest Theatre • 2643 North High Street Columbus, 43202
Other
Black Laughs Matter Comedy Show
Fri, Feb 20 • 9:00 pm - 10:30 pm
The Attic Columbus • 892 Oak Street Columbus, 43205
Other
Sarah Rose Hyland
Fri, Feb 20 • 9:00 pm
The Hashtag Comedy Co. • 1253 North High Street Columbus, 43201
Other
Dual Duel Improv Contest!
Fri, Feb 20 +more dates • 9:30 pm
The Nest Theatre • 2643 North High Street Columbus, 43202
Other
The Unteachables Comedy Tour
Sat, Feb 21 • 12:30 pm
Admission starts at: $22Funny Bone Comedy Club and Restaurant • 145 Easton Town Center Columbus, 43219
Other
My Bloody Galentine
Sat, Feb 21 • 7:00 pm
The Nest Theatre • 2643 North High Street Columbus, 43202
Other
David Jolly LIVE
Sat, Feb 21 • 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Admission starts at: $24.62The Attic Columbus • 892 Oak Street Columbus, 43205
Other
Meanwhile, Elsewhere – Improv
Sat, Feb 21 • 7:30 pm
Admission starts at: $15The Nest Theatre • 2643 North High Street Columbus, 43202
Other
POPUP COMEDY JAM
Sat, Feb 21 • 9:00 pm - 10:30 pm
Admission starts at: $12.21The Attic Columbus • 892 Oak Street Columbus, 43205
Other
Somali Comedy Night presents Mowhaaa
Sun, Feb 22 • 6:00 pm
Admission starts at: $27Funny Bone Comedy Club and Restaurant • 145 Easton Town Center Columbus, 43219
Other
Prime Time Comedy Showcase
Sun, Feb 22 • 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
The Attic Columbus • 892 Oak Street Columbus, 43205
Other
STAVROS HALKIAS
Sun, Feb 22 • 7:00 pm
Mershon Auditorium • 1871 North High Street Columbus, 43210
Other
Improv Level 1 Graduate Showcase (TUESDAY)
Sun, Feb 22 • 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm
The Hashtag Comedy Co. • 1253 North High Street Columbus, 43201
Other
Improv Level 3 Graduate Showcase
Mon, Feb 23 • 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm
The Hashtag Comedy Co. • 1253 North High Street Columbus, 43201
Other
Francisco Ramos
Thu, Feb 26 • 7:00 pm
Admission starts at: $27Funny Bone Comedy Club and Restaurant • 145 Easton Town Center Columbus, 43219
Other
Pad Set – Suggestion-Heavy Improv!
Thu, Feb 26 • 7:00 pm
The Nest Theatre • 2643 North High Street Columbus, 43202
Other
Thursday Night Fights: Comedy Roast Battle LIVE
Thu, Feb 26 • 8:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Admission starts at: $13.19The Attic Columbus • 892 Oak Street Columbus, 43205
Other
Bo Johnson 2/27 at 7PM & 9PM
Fri, Feb 27 • 7:00 pm
The Hashtag Comedy Co. • 1253 North High Street Columbus, 43201
Other
Pauly Shore
Fri, Feb 27 - Sat, Feb 28 • Times Vary
Funny Bone Comedy Club and Restaurant • 145 Easton Town Center Columbus, 43219
Other
Laughs & Lyrics Black Erotica Edition
Fri, Feb 27 • 9:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Admission starts at: $24.62The Attic Columbus • 892 Oak Street Columbus, 43205
Other
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