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, May 11 +more dates • 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Cafe Bourbon Street • 2216 Summit St Columbus, 43201
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
Pun Shout!: Pun Competition
Wed, May 13 • 7:30 pm
Admission starts at: $12.60The Nest Theatre • 2643 North High Street Columbus, 43202
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
Improv Level 1 Graduate Showcase
Thu, May 14 • 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm
The Hashtag Comedy Co. • 1253 North High Street Columbus, 43201
Other
Laughs Across Ohio Comedy Show
Thu, May 14 • 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Admission starts at: $21.57The Attic Columbus • 892 Oak Street Columbus, 43205
Other
TBD: The Improvised Musical!
Fri, May 15 • 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
The Hashtag Comedy Co. • 1253 North High Street Columbus, 43201
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
Jeffrey Keller LIVE
Fri, May 15 • 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Admission starts at: $33The Attic Columbus • 892 Oak Street Columbus, 43205
Other
ANONYMOUS Improv – the Secrets show!
Fri, May 15 • 8:00 pm
Admission starts at: $15.75The Nest Theatre • 2643 North High Street Columbus, 43202
Other
Tye Erskin & Friends
Fri, May 15 • 9:00 pm - 10:15 pm
The Hashtag Comedy Co. • 1253 North High Street Columbus, 43201
Other
On Notice – Improv
Fri, May 15 • 9:30 pm
The Nest Theatre • 2643 North High Street Columbus, 43202
Other
Jeffrey Keller LIVE
Sat, May 16 • 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
The Attic Columbus • 892 Oak Street Columbus, 43205
Other
Jimmy Pardo! 7PM & 9PM SHOWS
Sat, May 16 • 7:00 pm - 10:30 pm
The Hashtag Comedy Co. • 1253 North High Street Columbus, 43201
Other
Jeffrey Keller LIVE
Sat, May 16 • 9:30 pm - 11:00 pm
The Attic Columbus • 892 Oak Street Columbus, 43205
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
Antiques Road Show (& Tell)
Thu, May 21 • 7:30 pm
The Nest Theatre • 2643 North High Street Columbus, 43202
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
Alex Quow Live Standup Comedy Show
Fri, May 22 • 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Admission starts at: $27.29The Attic Columbus • 892 Oak Street Columbus, 43205
Other
Canada Wet presents Survivor: Improv
Fri, May 22 • 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm
The Hashtag Comedy Co. • 1253 North High Street Columbus, 43201
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
JACQUELINE NOVAK: 2026 TOUR
Fri, May 22 • 7:00 pm
Newport Music Hall • 1722 North High Street Columbus, 43201
Other
Like My Coffee – Season 3
Fri, May 22 • 9:00 pm - 10:15 pm
The Hashtag Comedy Co. • 1253 North High Street Columbus, 43201
Other
Laurie Kilmartin 7PM & 9PM
Sat, May 23 • 7:00 pm
The Hashtag Comedy Co. • 1253 North High Street Columbus, 43201
Other
Longform Night
Sat, May 23 • 7:30 pm
Admission starts at: $15.75The Nest Theatre • 2643 North High Street Columbus, 43202
Other
Mandi Cobb Live Standup Comedy Show
Sat, May 23 • 9:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Admission starts at: $33The Attic Columbus • 892 Oak Street Columbus, 43205
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
Road to Laughs – St. Louis Standup Comedy Show
Thu, May 28 • 8:00 pm
The Attic Columbus • 892 Oak Street Columbus, 43205
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
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