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!)
Nick Hoff
Sun, May 31 • 6:00 pm
Admission starts at: $27Funny Bone Comedy Club and Restaurant • 145 Easton Town Center Columbus, 43219
Other
Prime Time Comedy Showcase
Sun, May 31 • 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
The Attic Columbus • 892 Oak Street Columbus, 43205
Other
Open Mic Comedy hosted by Ty Moore (7pm sign up)
Mon, Jun 1 +more dates • 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Cafe Bourbon Street • 2216 Summit St Columbus, 43201
Other
Funniest Person in Columbus Finals
Wed, Jun 3 • 7:00 pm
Funny Bone Comedy Club and Restaurant • 145 Easton Town Center Columbus, 43219
Other
Kalea McNeill LIVE Comedy Show
Wed, Jun 3 • 8:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Admission starts at: $27.28The Attic Columbus • 892 Oak Street Columbus, 43205
Other
Chris Franjola
Thu, Jun 4 • 7:00 pm
Admission starts at: $27Funny Bone Comedy Club and Restaurant • 145 Easton Town Center Columbus, 43219
Other
Vishnu Vaka LIVE
Thu, Jun 4 • 8:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Admission starts at: $27.29The Attic Columbus • 892 Oak Street Columbus, 43205
Other
Marcus D. Wiley
Fri, Jun 5 - Sat, Jun 6 • Times Vary
Admission starts at: $29Funny Bone Comedy Club and Restaurant • 145 Easton Town Center Columbus, 43219
Other
Graeson McGaha
Wed, Jun 10 • 7:00 pm
Admission starts at: $27Funny Bone Comedy Club and Restaurant • 145 Easton Town Center Columbus, 43219
Other
Andy Haynes
Thu, Jun 11 • 7:00 pm
Admission starts at: $27Funny Bone Comedy Club and Restaurant • 145 Easton Town Center Columbus, 43219
Other
T.J. Miller
Fri, Jun 12 - Sat, Jun 13 • Times Vary
Funny Bone Comedy Club and Restaurant • 145 Easton Town Center Columbus, 43219
Other
Eddie Pepitone LIVE Comedy Show
Fri, Jun 12 • 7:00 pm
The Attic Columbus • 892 Oak Street Columbus, 43205
Other
Wyatt Feegrado & Luke Abranches
Sat, Jun 13 • 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Admission starts at: $25.27The Attic Columbus • 892 Oak Street Columbus, 43205
Other
Henry Allen – Live Taping
Sat, Jun 13 • 9:00 pm - 11:00 pm
The Attic Columbus • 892 Oak Street Columbus, 43205
Other
Lavelle Dontae
Sun, Jun 14 • 6:00 pm
Admission starts at: $32Funny Bone Comedy Club and Restaurant • 145 Easton Town Center Columbus, 43219
Other
Love is Blindfolded w/ Jason Banks & Henry Allen
Thu, Jun 18 • 7:00 pm
Admission starts at: $20Funny Bone Comedy Club and Restaurant • 145 Easton Town Center Columbus, 43219
Other
Dan Lamorte Live Standup Comedy Show
Thu, Jun 18 • 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Admission starts at: $27.29The Attic Columbus • 892 Oak Street Columbus, 43205
Other
Luke Capasso LIVE Comedy Show
Fri, Jun 19 • 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Admission starts at: $27.29The Attic Columbus • 892 Oak Street Columbus, 43205
Other
Comedian D’Lai LIVE
Fri, Jun 19 • 9:00 pm - 10:30 pm
Admission starts at: $38.73The Attic Columbus • 892 Oak Street Columbus, 43205
Other
Comedian D’Lai LIVE
Sat, Jun 20 • 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
The Attic Columbus • 892 Oak Street Columbus, 43205
Other
Father’s Day Comedy Show
Sun, Jun 21 • 5:30 pm
Admission starts at: $32Funny Bone Comedy Club and Restaurant • 145 Easton Town Center Columbus, 43219
Other
Danny Jolles LIVE Comedy Show
Sun, Jun 21 • 8:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Admission starts at: $27.28The Attic Columbus • 892 Oak Street Columbus, 43205
Other
Steve Hofstetter
Tue, Jun 23 • 7:00 pm
Funny Bone Comedy Club and Restaurant • 145 Easton Town Center Columbus, 43219
Other
Sommore
Fri, Jun 26 - Sun, Jun 28 • Times Vary
Funny Bone Comedy Club and Restaurant • 145 Easton Town Center Columbus, 43219
Other
Tony Dabas Live Standup Comedy Show
Fri, Jun 26 • 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Admission starts at: $35.86The Attic Columbus • 892 Oak Street Columbus, 43205
Other
Windy City Comedy Festival
Fri, Jun 26 • 9:30 pm - 11:00 pm
The Attic Columbus • 892 Oak Street Columbus, 43205
Other
Nick Alex
Sat, Jun 27 • 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Admission starts at: $27.29The Attic Columbus • 892 Oak Street Columbus, 43205
Other
LIONEL RICHIE and EARTH, WIND & FIRE
Sat, Jun 27 • 7:30 pm
Schottenstein Center • 555 Borror Drive Columbus, 43210
Other
Nick Alex
Sat, Jun 27 • 9:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Admission starts at: $27.29The Attic Columbus • 892 Oak Street Columbus, 43205
Other
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