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
Mon, Mar 9 - Sun, Mar 15 • 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Admission starts at: $24.62The Attic Columbus • 892 Oak Street Columbus, 43205
Other
Next Stop Comedy at Combustion Clintonville
Mon, Mar 9 • 7:00 pm
Combustion Brewery & Taproom – Clintonville • 2971 N High St. Columbus, 43202
Other
Fiona Cauley
Wed, Mar 11 • 7:00 pm
Admission starts at: $27Funny Bone Comedy Club and Restaurant • 145 Easton Town Center Columbus, 43219
Other
Amber Wallin LIVE
Wed, Mar 11 • 8:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Admission starts at: $30.35The Attic Columbus • 892 Oak Street Columbus, 43205
Other
ZARNA GARG: MILLION DOLLAR EXCUSES
Thu, Mar 12 • 7:30 pm
Southern Theater • 21 East Main Street Columbus, 43215
Other
The Early Bird Show: Night Owl
Thu, Mar 12 • 7:30 pm
Admission starts at: $14.70The Nest Theatre • 2643 North High Street Columbus, 43202
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Sean Reilly
Thu, Mar 12 • 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Admission starts at: $18.91The Attic Columbus • 892 Oak Street Columbus, 43205
Other
Nate Jackson: Big Dog Comedy Tour
Fri, Mar 13 - Sun, Mar 15 • Times Vary
Admission starts at: $48Funny Bone Comedy Club and Restaurant • 145 Easton Town Center Columbus, 43219
Other
Tim Butterly LIVE
Fri, Mar 13 • 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Admission starts at: $30.35The Attic Columbus • 892 Oak Street Columbus, 43205
Other
Hashtag Comedy Improv Show
Fri, Mar 13 • 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm
Admission starts at: $15The Hashtag Comedy Co. • 1253 North High Street Columbus, 43201
Other
Tye Erskin & Friends
Fri, Mar 13 • 9:00 pm - 10:15 pm
The Hashtag Comedy Co. • 1253 North High Street Columbus, 43201
Other
Saya Meads
Sat, Mar 14 • 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Admission starts at: $26.57The Attic Columbus • 892 Oak Street Columbus, 43205
Other
Chelsea Handler: The High and Mighty Tour
Sat, Mar 14 • 8:00 pm
Admission starts at: $43.35Palace Theatre • 34 West Broad Street Columbus, 43215
Other
Viral Star Cody Smith LIVE
Sun, Mar 15 • 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Admission starts at: $25.57The Attic Columbus • 892 Oak Street Columbus, 43205
Other
Jordan Jensen: BUS-TED UP Tour
Sun, Mar 15 • 7:00 pm
Admission starts at: $42.96Southern Theater • 21 East Main Street Columbus, 43215
Other
Charles McBee LIVE
Sun, Mar 15 • 8:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Admission starts at: $32.29The Attic Columbus • 892 Oak Street Columbus, 43205
Other
Open Mic Comedy hosted by Ty Moore (7pm sign up)
Mon, Mar 16 +more dates • 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Cafe Bourbon Street • 2216 Summit St Columbus, 43201
Other
Ryan Niemiller & Samuel J Comroe – ALMOST PERFECT TOUR
Wed, Mar 18 • 7:00 pm
Admission starts at: $32Funny Bone Comedy Club and Restaurant • 145 Easton Town Center Columbus, 43219
Other
Chad & JT
Thu, Mar 19 • 7:00 pm
Admission starts at: $32Funny Bone Comedy Club and Restaurant • 145 Easton Town Center Columbus, 43219
Other
Kristin Chirico Live Standup Comedy Show
Thu, Mar 19 • 8:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Admission starts at: $32.29The Attic Columbus • 892 Oak Street Columbus, 43205
Other
Steph Tolev
Fri, Mar 20 - Sat, Mar 21 • Times Vary
Admission starts at: $29Funny Bone Comedy Club and Restaurant • 145 Easton Town Center Columbus, 43219
Other
Sydney Stigerts
Fri, Mar 20 • 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Admission starts at: $26.57The Attic Columbus • 892 Oak Street Columbus, 43205
Other
TBD: The Improvised Musical!
Fri, Mar 20 • 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
The Hashtag Comedy Co. • 1253 North High Street Columbus, 43201
Other
Troy Bond LIVE
Fri, Mar 20 • 9:00 pm - 10:30 pm
Admission starts at: $38.01The Attic Columbus • 892 Oak Street Columbus, 43205
Other
Janet McNamara!
Fri, Mar 20 • 9:00 pm
The Hashtag Comedy Co. • 1253 North High Street Columbus, 43201
Other
Troy Bond LIVE
Sat, Mar 21 • 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Admission starts at: $38.01The Attic Columbus • 892 Oak Street Columbus, 43205
Other
Troy Bond LIVE
Sat, Mar 21 • 9:00 pm - 10:30 pm
Admission starts at: $38.01The Attic Columbus • 892 Oak Street Columbus, 43205
Other
Janet McNamara!
Sat, Mar 21 • 9:00 pm - 10:15 pm
The Hashtag Comedy Co. • 1253 North High Street Columbus, 43201
Other
Mae Martin: The Possum
Sun, Mar 22 +more dates • 5:00 pm
Lincoln Theatre • 769 East Long Street Columbus, 43203
Other
Christian Johnson
Sun, Mar 22 • 6:00 pm
Admission starts at: $27Funny Bone Comedy Club and Restaurant • 145 Easton Town Center Columbus, 43219
Other
Mick Foley LIVE in Columbus – 40 Years of Foley Tour - Wrestling Legend
Sun, Mar 22 • 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Admission starts at: $49.43The Attic Columbus • 892 Oak Street Columbus, 43205
Other
Funniest Person in Columbus Contest
Wed, Mar 25 • 7:00 pm
Funny Bone Comedy Club and Restaurant • 145 Easton Town Center Columbus, 43219
Other
Heywood Banks
Thu, Mar 26 • 7:00 pm
Admission starts at: $42Funny Bone Comedy Club and Restaurant • 145 Easton Town Center Columbus, 43219
Other
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