Houston has a great local comedy scene. I'll list what I know about here. Let me know if I missed anything. I focus on standup shows, but there are plenty great improvisational comedy shows to catch at Station Theater and Comedy Sportz.

The Come and Take it Comedy Festival (5/19-5/22) has headliners Harland Williams, Rory Scovel & Akaash Singh + many more. Individual show tickets are now available More info here

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TUESDAY 5/3

THE GARDEN

- 8:00 PM - Comedy at The Garden Open Mic (FREE) New open mic (recently moved from Wednesday to Tuesday) at a new venue in an old familiar location (old Mongoose vs cobra!) Hosted by Kenji Alonzo and Corlis Delauren More info here

JIVE BAR

- 8:00 PM - OPEN MIC (FREE) Jive Bar open mic

DAN ELECTRO'S

- 8:00 PM - OPEN MIC (FREE) Dan Electro's open mic

THE SECRET GROUP

- 8:00 PM (The Box) - Natalie Cuomo ($15-20) Nationally touring headliner More info here

- 8:00 PM - Jimbo & Jumbo's Big Fun Show (Pay what you can) More info here

- 10:00 PM - Trash Flavored Trash (FREE) Andrew Youngblood and Zahid Dewji host this raucous weekly show where wells are only $2. More info here

- 11:59 PM - Pass the Mic Open Mic (FREE) The energy from Trash Flavored Trash at 10 continues along with the cheap wells as open micers grace the stage. More info here

CARRINGTON'S

- 8:30 PM - Tuesday Night Comedy & Cocktails at Carringtons (FREE) Sign up at 7:45 for this weekly open mic going 4.5 years strong! More info here

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WEDNESDAY, 5/4

PHIL & DEREK'S

- 8:00 PM - Speakeasy Comedy Lounge Open Mic ($5) weekly pro/am open mic More info here

THE SECRET GROUP

- 8:00 PM - $2 Bill Comedy Show ($2) This weekly showcase only costs $2! Features $2 tecates, $5 tequila, and all day happy hour! More info here

- 10:00 PM - 10 Minute Open Mic (FREE) Local comics clamor to try more than 5 minutes on stage. The host, Will Loden, selects only the deserving. More info here

DARWIN'S PUB & EATERY

- 9:30 PM - Comedy Open Mic (FREE) Sign up at 9pm and show at 9:30pm. Hosted by Matt Rogers.

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THURSDAY, 5/5

IMPROV HOUSTON

- 7:30 PM - Houston Homegrown ($20) Local showcase More info here

THE SECRET GROUP

- 8:00 PM - (The Box) Thursday Laughs (Pay what you can) Enrique Chacon hosts this weekly comedy showcase More info here

- 9:30 PM - (The Box) The Back of the Bus Open Mic (FREE) One of Houston's best open mics! More info here

RUDYARD'S

- 7:30 PM - Live Laugh Love ($10) Local comedy showcase show put on by The Riot More info here

- 9:30 PM - American AF XI ($10) Local standup showcase put on by The Riot More info here

OLD CITY PUB

- 8:00 PM - Open Mic (FREE) Hosted by Royce Moore

THE BRASS TAP

- 8:00 PM - Laughs & Liquor Comedy Show (FREE) Jeff Joe runs this nice open mic in the large open air room at Brass Tap on Holman. Also they have $1 wings! More info here

AVANT GARDEN

- 9:15 PM - (Upstairs) Goddammit! (FREE again?) is one of Houston's best comedy showcases. Drinks are irresponsibly cheap and the taco truck that's on the property is world-class. Every week, the show features some of the best comics in Houston, as well as frequent drop-ins from out-of-towners and famous comedians. More info here

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FRIDAY, 5/6

NIKOZ FUSION GRILL

- 7:00 PM - OPEN MIC - Hosted by Terrance McPeters down in Sugarland

RUDYARD'S

- 7:30 PM & 10 PM - Gianmarco Soresi ($18) Nationally touring headliner More info here

PHIL & DEREK'S

- 8:00 PM - Speakeasy Comedy Lounge ($20-25) All D. Freeman has produced a fantastic room at Phil & Derek's. More info here

- 10:00 PM - Speakeasy Comedy Lounge ($20-25) All D. Freeman has produced a fantastic room at Phil & Derek's. More info here

THE SECRET GROUP

- 8:00 PM - Bartender's Choice ($10-15) Gregory Haney is everyone's! More info here

- 10:00 PM - (Box) The Best of TSG ($10-15) Catch some great local comedy in The Box! More info here

- 11:59 PM - (Box) The Late Night Dirty Show ($5-10) Dirty, Raunchy, late night comedy hosted by Patrick Eady More info here

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SATURDAY, 5/7

BILL ARNING EXHIBITIONS

- 8:00 PM - Look but don't touch comedy ($10-15) byob local comedy show More info here

PHIL & DEREK'S

- 7:00 PM - Speakeasy Comedy Lounge ($20-25) All D. Freeman has produced a fantastic room at Phil & Derek's. More info here

- 9:00 PM - Speakeasy Comedy Lounge ($20-25) All D. Freeman has produced a fantastic room at Phil & Derek's. More info here

RUDYARD'S

- 7:30 PM & 10 PM - Gianmarco Soresi ($18) Nationally touring headliner More info here

THE SECRET GROUP

- 8:00 PM - (Box) The Best of TSG ($10-15) Catch some great local comedy in The Box! More info here

- 10:00 PM - (Box) The Best of TSG ($10-15) Catch some great local comedy in The Box! More info here

- 11:59 PM - (Box) The Late Night Dirty Show ($5-10) Dirty, Raunchy, late night comedy hosted by Patrick Eady More info here

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SUNDAY, 5/8

THE SECRET GROUP

- 6:30 PM - The 8th Wonder Comedy Hour ($8) Tickets include a pint glass and pint of 8th wonder beer. What a deal! More info here

- 8:00 PM - Hot Bread (FREE) Weekly Comedy Showcase More info here

- 10:00 PM - TSG Open Mic (FREE) It's our weekly Sunday open mic More info here

RUDYARD'S

- 1:00 PM - Hot Brunch Comedy & Drag Show ($10) Comedy show featuring local and touring comedians & drag queens More info here

- 5:00 PM - Houston's Funniest Comedy Showcase ($10) Local showcase put on by The Riot More info here

- 7:00 PM - You Look Like Roast Battle ($10) Local roast show from The Riot More info here

LIBERTY STATION

- 8:00 PM - Open Mic (FREE) 7 minute open mic hosted by Victor Ramos

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MONDAY, 5/9

THE SECRET GROUP

- 8:00 PM - Monday Night War ($5) Doug Dalton hosts this brand new roast show. More info here

- 10:00 PM - The Corral with Jesse James Open Mic (FREE) A monday night open mic More info here

AXELRAD

- 8:00 PM - Punchline Mondays (FREE) Wonderful weekly comedy show! Jeff Joe hosts and puts together a stellar lineup each week for a show upstairs at Axelrad. More info here

RUDYARD'S

- 8:00 PM - Open Mic (FREE) One of the best comedy open mics in the country happens every Monday at Rudyard's. They've got low ceilings, excellent pub food, and a full bar, making it feel like an old school comedy club (minus drink minimums), plus, the lineup is curated by Houston's comedy queen, Dusti Rhodes!

PJ'S SPORTS BAR

- 8:00 PM - Open Mic (FREE) Weekly open mic upstairs at PJ's presented by Cutthroat Comedy.

EL PUEBLITO PATIO

- 8:00 PM - Open Mic (FREE) The patio at El Pueblito on Richmond has a lovely outdoor open mic.

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NOTABLE SHOWS MORE THAN A WEEK OUT

5/11 Eddie Pepitone & JT Habersaat

5/11 Dream Shake at The Santi Katy

5/12 CYSK

5/12 Next Gen Comedy Vol 6

5/13 Kate Willet

5/13 & 14 Brian Scolaro

5/14 Sick Fux

5/14 Look But Don't Touch

5/19 Cancel Culture

5/19-22 Come and Take it Comedy Festival

5/22 Underground Kings with Jeff Joe

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If I've forgotten anything, please message me or leave a comment, and I'll take care of it

ANNOUNCEMENTS: The beloved Andy Huggins has a kickstarter to help produce a special. If you've seen an old man slay a crowd in Houston it was probably Andy. More info here

The Come and Take it Comedy Festival (5/19-5/22) has its lineup announced More info here

Houston has a great local comedy scene. I'll list what I know about here. Let me know if I missed anything. I focus on standup shows, but there are plenty great improvisational comedy shows to catch at Station Theater and Comedy Sportz.

​

WEDNESDAY, 4/6

PHIL & DEREK'S

- 8:00 PM - Speakeasy Comedy Lounge Open Mic ($5) weekly pro/am open mic More info here

THE SECRET GROUP

- 8:00 PM - $2 Bill Comedy Show ($2) This weekly showcase only costs $2! Features $2 tecates, $5 tequila, and all day happy hour! More info here

- 10:00 PM - 10 Minute Open Mic (FREE) Local comics clamor to try more than 5 minutes on stage. The host, Will Loden, selects only the deserving. More info here

DARWIN'S PUB & EATERY

- 9:30 PM - Comedy Open Mic (FREE) Sign up at 9pm and show at 9:30pm. Hosted by Matt Rogers.

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THURSDAY, 4/7

THE SECRET GROUP

- 8:00 PM - Dave Nihill: A night of Real Irish Comedy ($20) Internationally touring headliner! More info here

- 8:00 PM - (Box) Thursday Laughs (Pay what you can) Enrique Chacon hosts this weekly comedy showcase More info here

- 9:30 PM - The Back of the Bus Open Mic (FREE) One of Houston's best open mics! More info here

RUDYARD'S

- 7:00 PM - American AF X ($10) Local comedy showcase show put on by The Riot More info here

- 9:30 PM - Live Laugh Love ($10) Local standup showcase put on by The Riot More info here

OLD CITY PUB

- 8:00 PM - Open Mic (FREE) Hosted by Royce Moore

THE BRASS TAP

- 8:00 PM - Laughs & Liquor Comedy Show (FREE) Jeff Joe runs this nice open mic in the large open air room at Brass Tap on Holman. Also they have $1 wings! More info here

AVANT GARDEN

- 9:15 PM - (Upstairs) Goddammit! (FREE again?) is one of Houston's best comedy showcases. Drinks are irresponsibly cheap and the taco truck that's on the property is world-class. Every week, the show features some of the best comics in Houston, as well as frequent drop-ins from out-of-towners and famous comedians. More info here

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FRIDAY, 4/8

NIKOZ FUSION GRILL

- 7:00 PM - OPEN MIC - Hosted by Terrance McPeters down in Sugarland

RUDYARD'S

- 7:30 PM - Neal Rosen 50 for 50 ($15) Neal Rosen's 50th birthday show More info here

- 10:00 PM - Ku Egenti ($12) Local headliner More info here

PHIL & DEREK'S

- 8:00 PM - Speakeasy Comedy Lounge ($20-25) All D. Freeman has produced a fantastic room at Phil & Derek's. More info here

- 10:00 PM - Speakeasy Comedy Lounge ($20-25) All D. Freeman has produced a fantastic room at Phil & Derek's. More info here

THE SECRET GROUP

- 8:00 PM - (Patio) Bad Idea (Pay what you can) Monthly comedy showcase on the upstairs patio More info here

- 8:00 PM - (Box) The Best of TSG ($10-15) Catch some great local comedy in The Box! More info here

- 10:00 PM - (Box) The Best of TSG ($10-15) Catch some great local comedy in The Box! More info here

- 11:59 PM - (Box) The Late Night Dirty Show ($5-10) Dirty, Raunchy, late night comedy hosted by Patrick Eady More info here

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SATURDAY, 4/9

BILL ARNING EXHIBITIONS

- 8:00 PM - Look but don't touch comedy ($10-15) byob local comedy show More info here

PHIL & DEREK'S

- 7:00 PM - Speakeasy Comedy Lounge ($20-25) All D. Freeman has produced a fantastic room at Phil & Derek's. More info here

- 9:00 PM - Speakeasy Comedy Lounge ($20-25) All D. Freeman has produced a fantastic room at Phil & Derek's. More info here

THE SECRET GROUP

- 8:00 PM - Atsuko Okatsuka ($15-20) Nationally touring headliner More info here

- 8:00 PM - (Box) The Best of TSG ($10-15) Catch some great local comedy in The Box! More info here

- 10:00 PM - (Box) The Best of TSG ($10-15) Catch some great local comedy in The Box! More info here

- 11:59 PM - (Box) The Late Night Dirty Show ($5-10) Dirty, Raunchy, late night comedy hosted by Patrick Eady More info here

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SUNDAY, 4/10

THE SECRET GROUP

- 6:30 PM - The 8th Wonder Comedy Hour ($8) Tickets include a pint glass and pint of 8th wonder beer. What a deal! More info here

- 8:00 PM - Alingon Mitra ($25) Nationally Touring headliner More info here

- 10:00 PM - TSG Open Mic (FREE) It's our weekly Sunday open mic More info here

RUDYARD'S

- 1:00 PM - Hot Brunch Comedy & Drag Show ($10) Comedy show featuring local and touring comedians & drag queens More info here

- 5:00 PM - Houston's Funniest Comedy Showcase ($10) Local showcase put on by The Riot More info here

- 7:00 PM - You Look Like Roast Battle ($10) Local roast show from The Riot More info here

LIBERTY STATION

- 8:00 PM - Open Mic (FREE) 7 minute open mic hosted by Victor Ramos

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MONDAY, 4/11

THE SECRET GROUP

- 8:00 PM - Monday Night War ($5) Doug Dalton hosts this brand new roast show. More info here

- 10:00 PM - The Corral with Jesse James Open Mic (FREE) A monday night open mic More info here

AXELRAD

- 8:00 PM - Punchline Mondays (FREE) Wonderful weekly comedy show! Jeff Joe hosts and puts together a stellar lineup each week for a show upstairs at Axelrad. More info here

RUDYARD'S

- 8:00 PM - Open Mic (FREE) One of the best comedy open mics in the country happens every Monday at Rudyard's. They've got low ceilings, excellent pub food, and a full bar, making it feel like an old school comedy club (minus drink minimums), plus, the lineup is curated by Houston's comedy queen, Dusti Rhodes!

PJ'S SPORTS BAR

- 8:00 PM - Open Mic (FREE) Weekly open mic upstairs at PJ's presented by Cutthroat Comedy.

EL PUEBLITO PATIO

- 8:00 PM - Open Mic (FREE) The patio at El Pueblito on Richmond has a lovely outdoor open mic.

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TUESDAY 4/12

THE GARDEN

- 8:00 PM - Comedy at The Garden Open Mic (FREE) New open mic (recently moved from Wednesday to Tuesday) at a new venue in an old familiar location (old Mongoose vs cobra!) Hosted by Kenji Alonzo and Corlis Delauren More info here

JIVE BAR

- 8:00 PM - OPEN MIC (FREE) Jive Bar open mic

DAN ELECTRO'S

- 8:00 PM - OPEN MIC (FREE) Dan Electro's open mic

THE SECRET GROUP

- 8:00 PM - Tuesday Gigante (Pay what you can) Houston's funniest hispanic comics. Hosted by Jessi Saldana More info here

- 10:00 PM - Trash Flavored Trash (FREE) Andrew Youngblood and Zahid Dewji host this raucous weekly show where wells are only $2. More info here

- 11:59 PM - Pass the Mic Open Mic (FREE) The energy from Trash Flavored Trash at 10 continues along with the cheap wells as open micers grace the stage. More info here

CARRINGTON'S

- 8:30 PM - Tuesday Night Comedy & Cocktails at Carringtons (FREE) Sign up at 7:45 for this weekly open mic going 4.5 years strong! More info here

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NOTABLE SHOWS MORE THAN A WEEK OUT

4/14 Usama Siddiquee

4/14 CYSK

4/14 Ray ETC

4/15 & 16 Ahamed Weinberg

4/17 Houston's funniest

4/17 unbelievable stories with Ku

4/20 Four 20's on 4/20

4/21 Clint Coley

4/28 Kerryn Feehan

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If I've forgotten anything, please message me or leave a comment, and I'll take care of it

ANNOUNCEMENTS: The beloved Andy Huggins has a kickstarter to help produce a special. If you've seen an old man slay a crowd in Houston it was probably Andy. More info here

The Come and Take it Comedy Festival is returning after a 2.5 year hiatus (5/19-5/22) and has its lineup announced. Headliners include Harland Williams, Rory Scovel & Akaash Singh. More info here

Houston has a great local comedy scene. I'll list what I know about here. I am now only able to do this every two weeks, but most of the mics stay the same and you can find other shows through organizer profiles on ticketing platforms.

If I miss something important comment with it. I focus on standup shows, but there are plenty great improvisational comedy shows to catch at Station Theater and Comedy Sportz.

​

WEDNESDAY, 3/23

PHIL & DEREK'S

- 8:00 PM - Speakeasy Comedy Lounge Open Mic ($5) weekly pro/am open mic More info here

THE SECRET GROUP

- 8:00 PM - $2 Bill Comedy Show ($2) This weekly showcase only costs $2! Features $2 tecates, $5 tequila, and all day happy hour! More info here

- 10:00 PM - 10 Minute Open Mic (FREE) Local comics clamor to try more than 5 minutes on stage. The host, Will Loden, selects only the deserving. More info here

DARWIN'S PUB & EATERY

- 9:30 PM - Comedy Open Mic (FREE) Sign up at 9pm and show at 9:30pm. Hosted by Matt Rogers.

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THURSDAY, 3/24

THE SECRET GROUP

- 8:00 PM - Thursday Laughs (Pay what you can) Enrique Chacon hosts this weekly showcase More info here

- 9:30 PM - The Back of the Bus Open Mic (FREE) One of Houston's best open mics! More info here

RUDYARD'S

- 7:30 PM - Rideshare Confessions ($10) Local Comedy Showcase More info here

- 9:30 PM - The Superbowl of New Jokes 7 ($10) Local Comics Compete with new material onlyMore info here

MY BAR

- 8:00 PM - Pure Comedy/Karaoke Showcase (FREE w/RSVP) Weekly Show produced by Rich Williams. More info here

THE BRASS TAP

- 8:00 PM - Laughs & Liquor Comedy Show (FREE) Jeff Joe runs this nice open mic in the large open air room at Brass Tap on Holman. Also they have $1 wings! More info here

​

FRIDAY, 3/25

NIKOZ FUSION GRILL

- 7:00 PM - OPEN MIC - Hosted by Terrance McPeters down in Sugarland

PHIL & DEREK'S

- 8:00 PM - Speakeasy Comedy Lounge ($20-25) All D. Freeman has produced a fantastic room at Phil & Derek's. More info here

- 10:00 PM - Speakeasy Comedy Lounge ($20-25) All D. Freeman has produced a fantastic room at Phil & Derek's. More info here

THE SECRET GROUP

- 8:00 PM (Box) Four 20's ($10-15) Four comics do 20 minutes each. Hosted by Reed Marshal Becker More info here

- 10:00 PM - (Box) The Best of TSG ($10-15) Catch some great local comedy in The Box! More info here

- 11:59 PM - (Box) The Late Night Dirty Show ($5-10) Dirty, Raunchy, late night comedy hosted by Patrick Eady More info here

RUDYARD'S

- 7:30 PM - Steve Gillespie ($15) National Headliner More info here

- 10:00 PM - Friday Night Comedy ($12) Local and National Acts More info here

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SATURDAY, 3/26

PHIL & DEREK'S

- 7:00 PM - Speakeasy Comedy Lounge ($20-25) All D. Freeman has produced a fantastic room at Phil & Derek's. More info here

- 9:00 PM - Speakeasy Comedy Lounge ($20-25) All D. Freeman has produced a fantastic room at Phil & Derek's. More info here

THE SECRET GROUP

- 8:00 PM - (Box) The Best of TSG ($10-15) Catch some great local comedy in The Box! More info here

- 10:00 PM - (Box) The Best of TSG ($10-15) Catch some great local comedy in The Box! More info here

- 11:59 PM - (Box) The Late Night Dirty Show ($5-10) Dirty, Raunchy, late night comedy hosted by Patrick Eady More info here

RUDYARD'S

- 7:30 & 10:00 PM - Steve Gillespie ($15) Nationally touring headliner More info here

House of Blues

- 9:00 PM - (Foundation Room) Chicken & Tacos Comedy ($20) Jeff Joe & Jessi Saldana put together one hell of a show More info here

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SUNDAY, 3/27

THE SECRET GROUP

- 6:30 PM - (Box) The 8th Wonder Comedy Hour ($8) Tickets include a pint glass and pint of 8th wonder beer. What a deal! More info here

- 8:00 PM - (Box) Hot Bread (FREE) New weekly comedy showcase - no actual bread included More info here

- 10:00 PM - (Box) TSG Open Mic (FREE) It's our weekly Sunday open mic More info here

RUDYARD'S

- 6:00 PM - Best of Houston ($10) Houston's best comics! More info here

- 8:00 PM - The Couch ($8) Albert & Antonio are not licensed professionals More info here

LIBERTY STATION

- 8:00 PM - Open Mic (FREE) 7 minute open mic hosted by Victor Ramos

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MONDAY, 3/28

THE SECRET GROUP

- 8:00 PM - Monday Night War ($5) Doug Dalton hosts this brand new roast show. More info here

- 10:00 PM - The Corral with Jesse James Open Mic (FREE) A monday night open mic More info here

AXELRAD

- 8:00 PM - Punchline Mondays (FREE) Wonderful weekly comedy show! Jeff Joe hosts and puts together a stellar lineup each week for a show upstairs at Axelrad. More info here

RUDYARD'S

- 8:00 PM - Open Mic (FREE) One of the best comedy open mics in the country happens every Monday at Rudyard's. They've got low ceilings, excellent pub food, and a full bar, making it feel like an old school comedy club (minus drink minimums), plus, the lineup is curated by Houston's comedy queen, Dusti Rhodes!

PJ'S SPORTS BAR

- 8:00 PM - Open Mic (FREE) Weekly open mic upstairs at PJ's presented by Cutthroat Comedy.

EL PUEBLITO PATIO

- 8:00 PM - Open Mic (FREE) The patio at El Pueblito on Richmond has a lovely outdoor open mic.

​

TUESDAY 3/29

THE GARDEN

- 8:00 PM - Comedy at The Garden Open Mic (FREE) New open mic (recently moved from Wednesday to Tuesday) at a new venue in an old familiar location (old Mongoose vs cobra!) Hosted by Kenji Alonzo and Corlis Delauren More info here

JIVE BAR

- 8:00 PM - OPEN MIC (FREE) Jive Bar open mic

DAN ELECTRO'S

- 8:00 PM - OPEN MIC (FREE) Dan Electro's open mic

THE SECRET GROUP

- 8:00 PM - Jimbo & Jumbo's Big Fun Show (Pay what you can) Brand new bi-weekly show with cohosts Drew Hollway and Jesse James More info here

- 10:00 PM - Trash Flavored Trash (FREE) Andrew Youngblood and Zahid Dewji host this raucous weekly show where wells are only $2. More info here

- 11:59 PM - Pass the Mic Open Mic (FREE) The energy from Trash Flavored Trash at 10 continues along with the cheap wells as open micers grace the stage. More info here

CARRINGTON'S

- 8:30 PM - Tuesday Night Comedy & Cocktails at Carringtons (FREE) Sign up at 7:45 for this weekly open mic going 4.5 years strong! More info here

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NOTABLE SHOWS MORE THAN A WEEK OUT

3/31 The riot

3/31 Todd Barry

4/1 Jeff Horste

4/1 & 4/2 Mike Vecchione

4/3 Current

4/7 Dave Nihill

4/9 Atsuko Okatsuka

5/19-5/22 Come and Take it Comedy Takeover

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If I've forgotten anything, please message me or leave a comment, and I'll take care of it

Houston has a great local comedy scene. I'll list what I know about here. I am now only able to do this every two weeks, but most of the mics stay the same and you can find other shows through organizer profiles on ticketing platforms.

If I miss something important comment with it. I focus on standup shows, but there are plenty great improvisational comedy shows to catch at Station Theater and Comedy Sportz.

​

WEDNESDAY, 3/9

BOHEMEO'S

- 7:30 PM - UglyPuppy Presents Jerry Wayne Longmire (FREE?) Jerry is hilarious. More info here

THE GARDEN

- 8:30 PM - Comedy at The Garden Open Mic (FREE) New open mic at a new venue in an old familiar location (old Mongoose vs cobra!) Hosted by Kenji Alonzo and Corlis Delauren More info here

PHIL & DEREK'S

- 8:00 PM - Speakeasy Comedy Lounge Open Mic ($5) weekly pro/am open mic More info here

THE SECRET GROUP

- 8:00 PM - $2 Bill Comedy Show ($2) This weekly showcase only costs $2! Features $2 tecates, $5 tequila, and all day happy hour! More info here

- 10:00 PM - 10 Minute Open Mic (FREE) Local comics clamor to try more than 5 minutes on stage. The host, Will Loden, selects only the deserving. More info here

DARWIN'S PUB & EATERY

- 9:30 PM - Comedy Open Mic (FREE) Sign up at 9pm and show at 9:30pm. Hosted by Matt Rogers.

CHRISTIAN'S TAILGATE WHITE OAK

- 10:00 PM - Rogue's of Comedy (FREE) Many rogues focus on stealth and deception, while others refine the skills that help them in a dungeon environment, such as climbing, finding and disarming ... presented by Ku Egenti More info here

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THURSDAY, 3/10

THE SECRET GROUP

- 8:00 PM - Draughts & Laughs ($5-12) Monthly beer and comedy show More info here

- 8:00 PM - (Box) Sheng Wang ($15) Nationally touring comic, originally from Houston More info here

- 9:30 PM - The Back of the Bus Open Mic (FREE) One of Houston's best open mics! More info here

RUDYARD'S

- 7:30 PM - Comics You should Know ($10) Local Comedy Showcase More info here

- 9:30 PM - Rambo2Funny ($10) Local Headliner Show More info here

MY BAR

- 8:00 PM - Pure Comedy/Karaoke Showcase (FREE w/RSVP) Weekly Show produced by Rich Williams. More info here

OLD CITY PUB

- 8:00 PM - Open Mic (FREE) Hosted by Royce Moore

THE BRASS TAP

- 8:00 PM - Laughs & Liquor Comedy Show (FREE) Jeff Joe runs this nice open mic in the large open air room at Brass Tap on Holman. Also they have $1 wings! More info here

​

FRIDAY, 3/11

NIKOZ FUSION GRILL

- 7:00 PM - OPEN MIC - Hosted by Terrance McPeters down in Sugarland

PHIL & DEREK'S

- 8:00 PM - Speakeasy Comedy Lounge ($20-25) All D. Freeman has produced a fantastic room at Phil & Derek's. More info here

- 10:00 PM - Speakeasy Comedy Lounge ($20-25) All D. Freeman has produced a fantastic room at Phil & Derek's. More info here

THE SECRET GROUP

- 8:00 PM (Patio) Bad Idea (Pay what you can) Monthly comedy show on the upstairs patio, which in a city that rains as much as Houston is a bad idea

- 8:00 PM (Box) The Best of TSG ($10-15) Catch some great local comedy in The Box! More info here

- 10:00 PM - (Box) The Best of TSG ($10-15) Catch some great local comedy in The Box! More info here

- 11:59 PM - (Box) The Late Night Dirty Show ($5-10) Dirty, Raunchy, late night comedy hosted by Patrick Eady More info here

​

SATURDAY, 3/12

PHIL & DEREK'S

- 7:00 PM - Speakeasy Comedy Lounge ($20-25) All D. Freeman has produced a fantastic room at Phil & Derek's. More info here

- 9:00 PM - Speakeasy Comedy Lounge ($20-25) All D. Freeman has produced a fantastic room at Phil & Derek's. More info here

THE SECRET GROUP

- 8:00 PM - (Box) The Best of TSG ($10-15) Catch some great local comedy in The Box! More info here

- 10:00 PM - (Box) The Best of TSG ($10-15) Catch some great local comedy in The Box! More info here

- 11:59 PM - (Box) The Late Night Dirty Show ($5-10) Dirty, Raunchy, late night comedy hosted by Patrick Eady More info here

RUDYARD'S

- 7:30 & 10:00 PM - Sugar Sammy ($20) Nationally touring comic - The Friday shows are sold out so get these while they remain More info here

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SUNDAY, 3/13

THE SECRET GROUP

- 6:30 PM - The 8th Wonder Comedy Hour ($8) Tickets include a pint glass and pint of 8th wonder beer. What a deal! More info here

- 8:00 PM - Hot Bread (FREE) New weekly comedy showcase - no actual bread included More info here

- 10:00 PM - TSG Open Mic (FREE) It's our weekly Sunday open mic More info here

RUDYARD'S

- 6:00 PM - Best of Houston ($10) Houston's best comics! More info here

- 8:00 PM - You Look Like ($8) Local Roast Show More info here

LIBERTY STATION

- 8:00 PM - Open Mic (FREE) 7 minute open mic hosted by Victor Ramos

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MONDAY, 3/14

THE SECRET GROUP

- 8:00 PM - Monday Night War ($5) Doug Dalton hosts this brand new roast show. More info here

- 10:00 PM - The Corral with Jesse James Open Mic (FREE) A monday night open mic in the front bar of The Secret Group. Is this a good idea? No idea.

AXELRAD

- 8:00 PM - Punchline Mondays (FREE) Wonderful weekly comedy show! Jeff Joe hosts and puts together a stellar lineup each week for a show upstairs at Axelrad. More info here

RUDYARD'S

- 8:00 PM - Open Mic (FREE) One of the best comedy open mics in the country happens every Monday at Rudyard's. They've got low ceilings, excellent pub food, and a full bar, making it feel like an old school comedy club (minus drink minimums), plus, the lineup is curated by Houston's comedy queen, Dusti Rhodes!

PJ'S SPORTS BAR

- 8:00 PM - Open Mic (FREE) Weekly open mic upstairs at PJ's presented by Cutthroat Comedy.

EL PUEBLITO PATIO

- 8:00 PM - Open Mic (FREE) The patio at El Pueblito on Richmond has a lovely outdoor open mic.

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TUESDAY 3/15

JIVE BAR

- 8:00 PM - OPEN MIC (FREE) Jive Bar open mic

DAN ELECTRO'S

- 8:00 PM - OPEN MIC (FREE) Dan Electro's open mic

THE SECRET GROUP

- 8:00 PM - Jimbo & Jumbo's Big Fun Show (Pay what you can) Brand new bi-weekly show with cohosts Drew Hollway and Jesse James More info here

- 10:00 PM - Trash Flavored Trash (FREE) Andrew Youngblood and Zahid Dewji host this raucous weekly show where wells are only $2. More info here

- 11:59 PM - Pass the Mic Open Mic (FREE) The energy from Trash Flavored Trash at 10 continues along with the cheap wells as open micers grace the stage. More info here

CARRINGTON'S

- 8:30 PM - Tuesday Night Comedy & Cocktails at Carringtons (FREE) Sign up at 7:45 for this weekly open mic going 4.5 years strong! More info here

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NOTABLE SHOWS MORE THAN A WEEK OUT

3/17 Thursday Laughs

3/17 Off the Dome

3/17 Cancel Culture

3/18 & 3/19 Mike Stanley

3/18 Shots Fired!

3/20 Best of Houston

3/20 Unbelievable Stories with Ku

3/21 Comedy Bath House

3/22 Tuesday Gigante

3/31 Todd Barry

4/1 Jeff Horste

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If I've forgotten anything, please message me or leave a comment, and I'll take care of it

Houston has a great local comedy scene. I'll list what I know about here. I am now only able to do this every two weeks, but most of the mics stay the same and you can find other shows through organizer profiles on ticketing platforms.

If I miss something important comment with it. I focus on standup shows, but there are plenty great improvisational comedy shows to catch at Station Theater and Comedy Sportz.

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WEDNESDAY, 2/23

THE GARDEN

- 8:30 PM - Comedy at The Garden Open Mic (FREE) New open mic at a new venue in an old familiar location (old Mongoose vs cobra!) Hosted by Kenji Alonzo and Corlis Delauren More info here

PHIL & DEREK'S

- 8:00 PM - Speakeasy Comedy Lounge Open Mic ($5) weekly pro/am open mic More info here

THE SECRET GROUP

- 8:00 PM - $2 Bill Comedy Show ($2) This weekly showcase only costs $2! Features $2 tecates, $5 tequila, and all day happy hour! More info here

- 10:00 PM - 10 Minute Open Mic (FREE) Local comics clamor to try more than 5 minutes on stage. The host, Will Loden, selects only the deserving. More info here

DARWIN'S PUB & EATERY

- 9:30 PM - Comedy Open Mic (FREE) Sign up at 9pm and show at 9:30pm. Hosted by Matt Rogers.

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THURSDAY, 2/24

THE SECRET GROUP

- 9:30 PM - The Back of the Bus Open Mic (FREE) One of Houston's best open mics! More info here

RUDYARD'S

- 7:30 PM - The Usual Suspects ($10) Local Comedy Showcase More info here

- 9:30 PM - You Look Like ($10) Local Roast Show More info here

MY BAR

- 8:00 PM - Pure Comedy/Karaoke Showcase (FREE w/RSVP) Weekly Show produced by Rich Williams. More info here

OLD CITY PUB

- 8:00 PM - Open Mic (FREE) Hosted by Royce Moore

THE BRASS TAP

- 8:00 PM - Laughs & Liquor Comedy Show (FREE) Jeff Joe runs this nice open mic in the large open air room at Brass Tap on Holman. Also they have $1 wings! More info here

AVANT GARDEN

- 9:15 PM - (Upstairs) Goddammit! A Comedy Show! ($5) one of the best and longest running comedy shows in town! We feature the funniest local comedians with out of town drop ins almost every week, you never know who you'll see. If that's not enough, there's drink specials all night and a truck downstairs for those late night munchies More info here

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FRIDAY, 2/25

NIKOZ FUSION GRILL

- 7:00 PM - OPEN MIC - Hosted by Terrance McPeters down in Sugarland

RUDYARD'S

- 7:30 PM - Matt Rife ($15) Nationally touring comic More info here

- 10:00 PM - Friday Night comedy Showcase ($12) Local comedy showcase More info here

PHIL & DEREK'S

- 8:00 PM - Speakeasy Comedy Lounge ($20-25) All D. Freeman has produced a fantastic room at Phil & Derek's. More info here

- 10:00 PM - Speakeasy Comedy Lounge ($20-25) All D. Freeman has produced a fantastic room at Phil & Derek's. More info here

THE SECRET GROUP

- 8:00 PM (Box) Four 20's ($8-10) Four comics do 20 minute sets! Hosted by Reed Marshal Becker More info here

- 10:00 PM - (Box) The Best of TSG ($10-15) Catch some great local comedy in The Box! More info here

- 11:59 PM - (Box) THE LAST Midnight in the Box (FREE) The last free show in the Box at Midnight for the foreseeable future. Come see off this great long running show hosted by Doug Dalton & Max Richards More info here

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SATURDAY, 2/26

PHIL & DEREK'S

- 7:00 PM - Speakeasy Comedy Lounge ($20-25) All D. Freeman has produced a fantastic room at Phil & Derek's. More info here

- 9:00 PM - Speakeasy Comedy Lounge ($20-25) All D. Freeman has produced a fantastic room at Phil & Derek's. More info here

THE SECRET GROUP

- 8:00 PM - (Box) The Best of TSG ($10-15) Catch some great local comedy in The Box! More info here

- 10:00 PM - (Box) The Best of TSG ($10-15) Catch some great local comedy in The Box! More info here

- 11:30 PM - (Box) THE LAST Speedball 3 Minute Comedy Open Mic (FREE) Houston's fastest, latest, craziest open mic has its last showing as it's replaced by a paid show in March. More info here

RUDYARD'S

- 7:30 & 10:00 PM - Matt Rife ($15) Nationally touring comic More info here

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SUNDAY, 2/27

THE SECRET GROUP

- 6:30 PM - The 8th Wonder Comedy Hour ($8) Tickets include a pint glass and pint of 8th wonder beer. What a deal! More info here

- 8:00 PM - Hot Bread (FREE) New weekly comedy showcase - no actual bread included More info here

- 10:00 PM - TSG Open Mic (FREE) It's our weekly Sunday open mic More info here

RUDYARD'S

- 6:00 PM - Best of Houston ($10) Houston's best comics! More info here

- 8:00 PM - The Couch ($10) Albert DeLeon and Antonio Aguilar are not doctors! More info here

LIBERTY STATION

- 8:00 PM - Open Mic (FREE) 7 minute open mic hosted by Victor Ramos

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MONDAY, 2/28

GLITTER KARAOKE

- 8:00 PM - H-Town Variety Show ($10) Variety show for V-day includes comedy More info here

AXELRAD

- 8:00 PM - Punchline Mondays (FREE) Wonderful weekly comedy show! Jeff Joe hosts and puts together a stellar lineup each week for a show upstairs at Axelrad. More info here

RUDYARD'S

- 8:00 PM - Open Mic (FREE) One of the best comedy open mics in the country happens every Monday at Rudyard's. They've got low ceilings, excellent pub food, and a full bar, making it feel like an old school comedy club (minus drink minimums), plus, the lineup is curated by Houston's comedy queen, Dusti Rhodes!

PJ'S SPORTS BAR

- 8:00 PM - Open Mic (FREE) Weekly open mic upstairs at PJ's presented by Cutthroat Comedy.

EL PUEBLITO PATIO

- 8:00 PM - Open Mic (FREE) The patio at El Pueblito on Richmond has a lovely outdoor open mic.

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TUESDAY 3/1

JIVE BAR

- 8:00 PM - OPEN MIC (FREE) Jive Bar open mic

DAN ELECTRO'S

- 8:00 PM - OPEN MIC (FREE) Dan Electro's open mic

THE SECRET GROUP

- 8:00 PM - Comedy Bath House (Pay what you can) Local LGBTQ friendly Comedy showcase More info here

- 10:00 PM - Trash Flavored Trash (FREE) Andrew Youngblood and Zahid Dewji host this raucous weekly show where wells are only $2. More info here

- 11:59 PM - Pass the Mic Open Mic (FREE) The energy from Trash Flavored Trash at 10 continues along with the cheap wells as open micers grace the stage. More info here

CARRINGTON'S

- 8:30 PM - Tuesday Night Comedy & Cocktails at Carringtons (FREE) Sign up at 7:45 for this weekly open mic going 4.5 years strong! More info here

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NOTABLE SHOWS MORE THAN A WEEK OUT

3/3 Tyler Horvath

3/3 American AF

3/4 Reena Calm

3/4 & 3/5 Craig Conant

3/6 Best of Houston Comedy Showcase

3/6 CURRENT

3/9 UglyPuppy Comedy Showcase

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If I've forgotten anything, please message me or leave a comment, and I'll take care of it

Houston has a great local comedy scene. I'll list what I know about here. Let me know if I missed anything. I focus on standup shows, but there are plenty great improvisational comedy shows to catch at Station Theater and Comedy Sportz.

​

WEDNESDAY, 2/9

IMPROV HOUSTON

- 7:30 PM - Whsikey Bent w/ Slade Ham & Friends (2 for $30) Local legend Slade Ham and friends More info here

PHIL & DEREK'S

- 8:00 PM - Speakeasy Comedy Lounge Open Mic ($5) weekly pro/am open mic More info here

THE SECRET GROUP

- 8:00 PM - $2 Bill Comedy Show ($2) This weekly showcase only costs $2! Features $2 tecates, $5 tequila, and all day happy hour! More info here

- 10:00 PM - 10 Minute Open Mic (FREE) Local comics clamor to try more than 5 minutes on stage. The host, Will Loden, selects only the deserving. More info here

DARWIN'S PUB & EATERY

- 9:30 PM - Comedy Open Mic (FREE) Sign up at 9pm and show at 9:30pm. Hosted by Matt Rogers.

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THURSDAY, 2/10

BOHEMEO'S

- 7:30 PM - Ugly Puppy Comedy Showcase (Pay what you can) Local comedy showcase More info here

THE SECRET GROUP

- 8:00 PM - Joel Kim Booster ($20-25) Nationally touring comic More info here

- 8:00 PM (Box) - Draughts & Laughs ($5-12) Monthly showcase that pairs with a brewery to give you a branded pint glass, 2 beers, and a comedy show for $12! This month's brewery is Saint Arnold. More info here

- 9:30 PM - The Back of the Bus Open Mic (FREE) One of Houston's best open mics! More info here

RUDYARD'S

- 7:30 PM - Comics You Should Know ($10) Local Comedy Showcase More info here

- 9:30 PM - The Gay Agenda ($10) Local LGBTQ+ comedy showcase show put on by The Riot More info here

MY BAR

- 8:00 PM - Pure Comedy/Karaoke Showcase (FREE w/RSVP) Weekly Show produced by Rich Williams. More info here

OLD CITY PUB

- 8:00 PM - Open Mic (FREE) Hosted by Royce Moore

THE BRASS TAP

- 8:00 PM - Laughs & Liquor Comedy Show (FREE) Jeff Joe runs this nice open mic in the large open air room at Brass Tap on Holman. Also they have $1 wings! More info here

AVANT GARDEN

- 9:15 PM - (Upstairs) Goddammit! A Delta-Varied Comedy Show! ($5) is one of Houston's best comedy showcases. Drinks are irresponsibly cheap and the taco truck that's on the property is world-class. Every week, the show features some of the best comics in Houston, as well as frequent drop-ins from out-of-towners and famous comedians. More info here

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FRIDAY, 2/11

CHRISTIAN'S TAILGATE ON WHITE OAK

- 7:00 PM - Rogues of Comedy ($10) Ku Egenti presents this Valentines weekend showcase. More info here

NIKOZ FUSION GRILL

- 7:00 PM - OPEN MIC - Hosted by Terrance McPeters down in Sugarland

RUDYARD'S

- 7:30 PM & 10:00 PM - Valentines Day Weekend Comedy Show ($15) featuring J.F. Harris More info here

PHIL & DEREK'S

- 8:00 PM - Speakeasy Comedy Lounge ($20-25) All D. Freeman has produced a fantastic room at Phil & Derek's. More info here

- 10:00 PM - Speakeasy Comedy Lounge ($20-25) All D. Freeman has produced a fantastic room at Phil & Derek's. More info here

THE SECRET GROUP

- 8:00 PM - (Patio) Bad Idea (Pay what you can) Monthly comedy showcase on the upstairs patio! More info here

- 8:00 PM - (Box) Eric Neumann ($20) Nationally touring comedian More info here

- 8:00 PM (Box) The Best of TSG ($10-15) Catch some great local comedy in The Box! More info here

- 10:00 PM - (Box) The Best of TSG ($10-15) Catch some great local comedy in The Box! More info here

- 11:59 PM - (Box) Midnight in the Box (FREE) Max Richards hosts this late night comedy showcase More info here

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SATURDAY, 2/12

STUDIO MOVIE GRILL & THEATER

- 7:00 PM & 9:30 PM - 9th Annual Battle of the Sexes Comedy Show ($25-80) Rich Williams has been putting this show on every V-day since 2012. More info here

PHIL & DEREK'S

- 7:00 PM - Speakeasy Comedy Lounge ($20-25) All D. Freeman has produced a fantastic room at Phil & Derek's. More info here

- 9:00 PM - Speakeasy Comedy Lounge ($20-25) All D. Freeman has produced a fantastic room at Phil & Derek's. More info here

THE SECRET GROUP

- 8:00 PM - Ku Egenit & Friends ($15) Local favorite Ku Egenti produces a Valentines Day weekend showcase More info here

- 8:00 PM - (Box) The Best of TSG ($10-15) Catch some great local comedy in The Box! More info here

- 10:00 PM - (Box) The Best of TSG ($10-15) Catch some great local comedy in The Box! More info here

- 11:30 PM - (Box) Speedball 3 Minute Comedy Open Mic (FREE) Houston's fastest, latest, craziest open mic. More info here

RUDYARD'S

- 7:30 PM PM - Valentines Day Weekend Comedy Show ($15) featuring J.F. Harris More info here

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SUNDAY, 2/13

THE SECRET GROUP

- 8:00 PM - TSG Open Mic (FREE) It's our weekly Sunday open mic More info here

RUDYARD'S

- 1:00 PM - Hot Brunch ($10-15) Galentines Day Special edition of this local comedy & drag show More info here

LIBERTY STATION

- 8:00 PM - Open Mic (FREE) 7 minute open mic hosted by Victor Ramos

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MONDAY, 2/14

GLITTER KARAOKE

- 8:00 PM - H-Town Variety Show ($10) Variety show for V-day includes comedy More info here

AXELRAD

- 8:00 PM - Punchline Mondays (FREE) Wonderful weekly comedy show! Jeff Joe hosts and puts together a stellar lineup each week for a show upstairs at Axelrad. More info here

RUDYARD'S

- 8:00 PM - Open Mic (FREE) One of the best comedy open mics in the country happens every Monday at Rudyard's. They've got low ceilings, excellent pub food, and a full bar, making it feel like an old school comedy club (minus drink minimums), plus, the lineup is curated by Houston's comedy queen, Dusti Rhodes!

PJ'S SPORTS BAR

- 8:00 PM - Open Mic (FREE) Weekly open mic upstairs at PJ's presented by Cutthroat Comedy.

EL PUEBLITO PATIO

- 8:00 PM - Open Mic (FREE) The patio at El Pueblito on Richmond has a lovely outdoor open mic.

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TUESDAY 2/15

JIVE BAR

- 8:00 PM - OPEN MIC (FREE) Jive Bar open mic

DAN ELECTRO'S

- 8:00 PM - OPEN MIC (FREE) Dan Electro's open mic

THE SECRET GROUP

- 8:00 PM - Joe List & Sarah Tollemache ($20-25) Nationally touring comedians More info here

- 8:00 PM (Box) - Comedy Bath House (Pay what you can) Local LGBTQ friendly Comedy showcase More info here

- 10:00 PM - Trash Flavored Trash (FREE) Andrew Youngblood and Zahid Dewji host this raucous weekly show where wells are only $2. More info here

- 11:59 PM - Pass the Mic Open Mic (FREE) The energy from Trash Flavored Trash at 10 continues along with the cheap wells as open micers grace the stage. More info here

CARRINGTON'S

- 8:30 PM - Tuesday Night Comedy & Cocktails at Carringtons (FREE) Sign up at 7:45 for this weekly open mic going 4.5 years strong! More info here

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NOTABLE SHOWS MORE THAN A WEEK OUT

2/16 Stavros Halkias

2/17 Cancel Culture Comedy

2/17 Off the Dome

2/18 Jaffer Khan

2/18 Triple Headliner

2/19 Lady Bits

2/19 Aaron Suarez

2/19 Triple Headliner

2/20 Unbelievable Stores

2/20 Best of Houston

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If I've forgotten anything, please message me or leave a comment, and I'll take care of it

Houston has a great local comedy scene. I'll list what I know about here. Let me know if I missed anything. I focus on standup shows, but there are plenty great improvisational comedy shows to catch at Station Theater and Comedy Sportz.

​

WEDNESDAY, 1/26

THE GARDEN

- 8:30 PM - Comedy at The Garden Open Mic (FREE) New open mic at a new venue in an old familiar location (old Mongoose vs cobra!) Hosted by Kenji Alonzo and Corlis Delauren More info here

PHIL & DEREK'S

- 8:00 PM - Speakeasy Comedy Lounge Open Mic ($5) weekly pro/am open mic More info here

THE SECRET GROUP

- 8:00 PM - $2 Bill Comedy Show ($2) This weekly showcase only costs $2! Features $2 tecates, $5 tequila, and all day happy hour! More info here

- 10:00 PM - 10 Minute Open Mic (FREE) Local comics clamor to try more than 5 minutes on stage. The host, Will Loden, selects only the deserving. More info here

DARWIN'S PUB & EATERY

- 9:30 PM - Comedy Open Mic (FREE) Sign up at 9pm and show at 9:30pm. Hosted by Matt Rogers.

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THURSDAY, 1/27

THE SECRET GROUP

- 9:30 PM - The Back of the Bus Open Mic (FREE) One of Houston's best open mics! More info here

RUDYARD'S

- 7:30 PM - Rideshare Confessions ($10) Local comedy showcase show put on by The Riot More info here

- 9:30 PM - The Usual Suspects ($10) Local standup showcase put on by The Riot More info here

MY BAR

- 8:00 PM - Pure Comedy/Karaoke Showcase (FREE w/RSVP) Weekly Show produced by Rich Williams. More info here

OLD CITY PUB

- 8:00 PM - Open Mic (FREE) Hosted by Royce Moore

THE BRASS TAP

- 8:00 PM - Laughs & Liquor Comedy Show (FREE) Jeff Joe runs this nice open mic in the large open air room at Brass Tap on Holman. Also they have $1 wings! More info here

AVANT GARDEN

- 9:15 PM - (Upstairs) Goddammit! A Delta-Varied Comedy Show! ($5) is one of Houston's best comedy showcases. Drinks are irresponsibly cheap and the taco truck that's on the property is world-class. Every week, the show features some of the best comics in Houston, as well as frequent drop-ins from out-of-towners and famous comedians. More info here

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FRIDAY, 1/28

NIKOZ FUSION GRILL

- 7:00 PM - OPEN MIC - Hosted by Terrance McPeters down in Sugarland

RUDYARD'S

- 7:30 PM - Jeremiah Watkins ($15) Nationally touring comic presented by The Riot More info here

- 10:00 PM - Stand-Up on the Spot with Jeremiah Watkins ($12) Nationally touring headliner produces an improvisational standup show put on by The Riot More info here

MEMORIAL TRAIL ICE HOUSE

- 8:00 PM - Comedy Night (FREE) Bob Biggerstaff headlines, Son Tran features, Sam Demaris Hosts... Honestly this should not be free. More info here

PHIL & DEREK'S

- 8:00 PM - Speakeasy Comedy Lounge ($20-25) All D. Freeman has produced a fantastic room at Phil & Derek's. More info here

- 10:00 PM - Speakeasy Comedy Lounge ($20-25) All D. Freeman has produced a fantastic room at Phil & Derek's. More info here

THE SECRET GROUP

- 8:00 PM - (Box) Four 20's ($8) Reed Marshal Becker hosts this showcase where 4 comics each do 20 minute sets. More info here

- 10:00 PM - (Box) The Best of TSG ($5-10) Catch some great local comedy in The Box! More info here

- 11:59 PM - (Box) Midnight in the Box (FREE) Max Richards hosts this late night comedy showcase More info here

TRILOGY BREW

- 9:00 PM - Comedy Night ($10) hosted by Jared Douglas, this showcase happens only on the last Friday of the month

HOUSE OF BLUES

- 9:00 PM - Chicken & Tacos Comedy ($10) Jeff Joe and Jessi Saldana continue putting on some of the best shows in the city. More info here

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SATURDAY, 1/29

PHIL & DEREK'S

- 7:00 PM - Speakeasy Comedy Lounge ($20-25) All D. Freeman has produced a fantastic room at Phil & Derek's. More info here

- 9:00 PM - Speakeasy Comedy Lounge ($20-25) All D. Freeman has produced a fantastic room at Phil & Derek's. More info here

THE SECRET GROUP

- 8:00 PM - Lady Bits ($10) Tressa Eleby hosts this monthly showcase of Houston's funniest women! More info here

- 8:00 PM - (Box) The Best of TSG ($5-10) Catch some great local comedy in The Box! More info here

- 10:00 PM - (Box) The Best of TSG ($5-10) Catch some great local comedy in The Box! More info here

- 11:30 PM - (Box) Speedball 3 Minute Comedy Open Mic (FREE) Houston's fastest, latest, craziest open mic. More info here

RUDYARD'S

- 7:30 & 10:00 PM - Jeremiah Watkins ($15) Nationally touring comic presented by The Riot More info here

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SUNDAY, 1/30

THE SECRET GROUP

- 6:00 PM - 8th Wonder Comedy Hour ($8) Weekly comedy show where the premium ticket gets you a pint glass and an 8th wonder beer! More info here

- 8:00 PM - Sean Patton ($15) Hilarious touring comic from New Orleans More info here

- 10:00 PM - TSG Open Mic (FREE) It's our weekly Sunday open mic More info here

RUDYARD'S

- 8:00 PM - Valeri Tosi ($12) Nationally touring headliner put on by The Riot More info here

LIBERTY STATION

- 8:00 PM - Open Mic (FREE) 7 minute open mic hosted by Victor Ramos

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MONDAY, 1/31

THE SECRET GROUP

- 8:00 PM - Sean Patton ($15) Hilarious touring comic from New Orleans More info here

AXELRAD

- 8:00 PM - Punchline Mondays (FREE) Wonderful weekly comedy show! Jeff Joe hosts and puts together a stellar lineup each week for a show upstairs at Axelrad. More info here

RUDYARD'S

- 8:00 PM - Open Mic (FREE) One of the best comedy open mics in the country happens every Monday at Rudyard's. They've got low ceilings, excellent pub food, and a full bar, making it feel like an old school comedy club (minus drink minimums), plus, the lineup is curated by Houston's comedy queen, Dusti Rhodes!

PJ'S SPORTS BAR

- 8:00 PM - Open Mic (FREE) Weekly open mic upstairs at PJ's presented by Cutthroat Comedy.

EL PUEBLITO PATIO

- 8:00 PM - Open Mic (FREE) The patio at El Pueblito on Richmond has a lovely outdoor open mic.

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TUESDAY 2/1

JIVE BAR

- 8:00 PM - OPEN MIC (FREE) Jive Bar open mic

DAN ELECTRO'S

- 8:00 PM - OPEN MIC (FREE) Dan Electro's open mic

THE SECRET GROUP

- 8:00 PM - Comedy Bath House (Pay what you can) Local LGBTQ friendly Comedy showcase More info here

- 10:00 PM - Trash Flavored Trash (FREE) Andrew Youngblood and Zahid Dewji host this raucous weekly show where wells are only $2. More info here

- 11:59 PM - Pass the Mic Open Mic (FREE) The energy from Trash Flavored Trash at 10 continues along with the cheap wells as open micers grace the stage. More info here

CARRINGTON'S

- 8:30 PM - Tuesday Night Comedy & Cocktails at Carringtons (FREE) Sign up at 7:45 for this weekly open mic going 4.5 years strong! More info here

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NOTABLE SHOWS MORE THAN A WEEK OUT

2/3 Live Laugh Love

2/3 American AF

2/3 & 2/4 Ian Lara

2/4 Friday Night Comedy

2/5 Wheelhouse

2/6 Current Comedy

2/9 Whiskey Bent with Slade Ham & Friends

2/9 Joel Kim Booster

2/10 Draughts & Laughs

2/10 The Gay Agenda

2/10 Ugly Puppy Comedy Showcase

2/11 Bad Idea

2/11 Rogues of Comedy

2/12 Battle of the Sexes

2/12 Ku Egenti & Friends

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​

If I've forgotten anything, please message me or leave a comment, and I'll take care of it

Houston has a great local comedy scene. I'll list what I know about here. Let me know if I missed anything. I focus on standup shows, but there are plenty great improvisational comedy shows to catch at Station Theater and Comedy Sportz.

​

TUESDAY 1/11

JIVE BAR

- 8:00 PM - OPEN MIC (FREE) Jive Bar open mic

DAN ELECTRO'S

- 8:00 PM - OPEN MIC (FREE) Dan Electro's open mic

THE SECRET GROUP

- 8:00 PM - Tuesday Gigante (Pay what you can) Local Latino Comedy showcase in English More info here

- 10:00 PM - Trash Flavored Trash (FREE) Andrew Youngblood and Zahid Dewji host this raucous weekly show where wells are only $2. More info here

- 11:59 PM - Pass the Mic Open Mic (FREE) The energy from Trash Flavored Trash at 10 continues along with the cheap wells as open micers grace the stage. More info here

CARRINGTON'S

- 8:30 PM - Tuesday Night Comedy & Cocktails at Carringtons (FREE) Sign up at 7:45 for this weekly open mic going 4.5 years strong! More info here

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WEDNESDAY, 1/12

PHIL & DEREK'S

- 8:00 PM - Speakeasy Comedy Lounge Open Mic ($5) weekly pro/am open mic More info here

CHRISTIAN'S TAILGATE WHITE OAK

- 8:00 PM - Rogues of Comedy (FREE) Join us for a night of laughs at our White Oak location on Wednesday, January 12th. You won’t want to miss this killer lineup! Hosted by the hilarious Ku Egenti. We can’t wait to see you there. ​More info here

THE SECRET GROUP

- 8:00 PM - $2 Bill Comedy Show ($2) This weekly showcase only costs $2! Features $2 tecates, $5 tequila, and all day happy hour! More info here

- 10:00 PM - 10 Minute Open Mic (FREE) Local comics clamor to try more than 5 minutes on stage. The host, Will Loden, selects only the deserving. More info here

DARWIN'S PUB & EATERY

- 9:30 PM - Comedy Open Mic (FREE) Sign up at 9pm and show at 9:30pm. Hosted by Matt Rogers.

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THURSDAY, 1/13

THE SECRET GROUP

- 8:00 PM - Draughts & Laughs ($5-12) Monthly comedy show that pairs great standup with great beer. $12 gets you a branded pint glass, 2 beers, and a comedy show. More info here

- 9:30 PM - The Back of the Bus Open Mic (FREE) One of Houston's favorite open mics is back! More info here

RUDYARD'S

- 7:30 PM - Comics You Should Know ($10) Local comedy showcase show put on by The Riot More info here

- 9:30 PM - The Gay Agenda ($10) Local LGBTQI+ standup showcase put on by The Riot More info here

MY BAR

- 8:00 PM - Pure Comedy/Karaoke Showcase (FREE w/RSVP) Weekly Show produced by Rich Williams. More info here

OLD CITY PUB

- 8:00 PM - Open Mic (FREE) Hosted by Royce Moore

THE BRASS TAP

- 8:00 PM - Laughs & Liquor Comedy Show (FREE) Jeff Joe runs this nice open mic in the large open air room at Brass Tap on Holman. Also they have $1 wings!

AVANT GARDEN

- 9:15 PM - (Upstairs) Goddammit! A Delta-Varied Comedy Show! ($5) is one of Houston's best comedy showcases. Drinks are irresponsibly cheap and the taco truck that's on the property is world-class. Every week, the show features some of the best comics in Houston, as well as frequent drop-ins from out-of-towners and famous comedians. More info here

​

FRIDAY, 1/14

NIKOZ FUSION GRILL

- 7:00 PM - OPEN MIC - Hosted by Terrance McPeters down in Sugarland

PHIL & DEREK'S

- 8:00 PM - Speakeasy Comedy Lounge ($20-25) All D. Freeman has produced a fantastic room at Phil & Derek's. More info here

- 10:00 PM - Speakeasy Comedy Lounge ($20-25) All D. Freeman has produced a fantastic room at Phil & Derek's. More info here

THE SECRET GROUP

- 8:00 PM - (Patio) Bad Idea (Pay what you can) Monthly comedy show on the upstairs patio More info here

- 8:00 PM - (Box) The Best of TSG ($5-10) Catch some great local comedy in The Box! More info here

- 10:00 PM - (Box) The Best of TSG ($5-10) Catch some great local comedy in The Box! More info here

- 11:59 PM - (Box) Midnight in the Box (FREE) Max Richards hosts this late night comedy showcase More info here

RUDYARD'S

- 7:30 PM - Caitlin Peluffo ($15) Nationally touring comic presented by The Riot More info here

- 10:00 PM - Friday Night Comedy Showcase ($12) Local comedy showcase put on by The Riot More info here

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SATURDAY, 1/15

PHIL & DEREK'S

- 7:00 PM - Speakeasy Comedy Lounge ($20-25) All D. Freeman has produced a fantastic room at Phil & Derek's. More info here

- 9:00 PM - Speakeasy Comedy Lounge ($20-25) All D. Freeman has produced a fantastic room at Phil & Derek's. More info here

THE SECRET GROUP

- 8:00 PM - (Box) The Best of TSG ($5-10) Catch some great local comedy in The Box! More info here

- 10:00 PM - (Box) The Best of TSG ($5-10) Catch some great local comedy in The Box! More info here

- 11:30 PM - (Box) Speedball 3 Minute Comedy Open Mic (FREE) Houston's fastest, latest, craziest open mic. More info here

RUDYARD'S

- 7:30 & 10:00 PM - Caitlin Peluffo ($15) Nationally touring comic presented by The Riot More info here

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SUNDAY, 1/16

THE SECRET GROUP

- 6:30 PM - 8th Wonder Comedy Hour ($5-10) Weekly comedy show where the premium ticket gets you a pint glass and an 8th wonder beer! More info here

- 8:00 PM - TSG Open Mic (FREE) It's our weekly Sunday open mic More info here

RUDYARD'S

- 8:00 PM - Unbelievable Stories with Ku Egenti ($10) Comedy Storytelling show with Ku Egenti from The Riot More info here

LIBERTY STATION

- 8:00 PM - Open Mic (FREE) 7 minute open mic hosted by Victor Ramos

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MONDAY, 1/17

AXELRAD

- 8:00 PM - Punchline Mondays (FREE) Wonderful weekly comedy show! Jeff Joe hosts and puts together a stellar lineup each week for a show upstairs at Axelrad. More info here

RUDYARD'S

- 8:00 PM - Open Mic (FREE) One of the best comedy open mics in the country happens every Monday at Rudyard's. They've got low ceilings, excellent pub food, and a full bar, making it feel like an old school comedy club (minus drink minimums), plus, the lineup is curated by Houston's comedy queen, Dusti Rhodes!

PJ'S SPORTS BAR

- 8:00 PM - Open Mic (FREE) Weekly open mic upstairs at PJ's presented by Cutthroat Comedy.

EL PUEBLITO PATIO

- 8:00 PM - Open Mic (FREE) The patio at El Pueblito on Richmond has a lovely outdoor open mic.

​

NOTABLE SHOWS MORE THAN A WEEK OUT

Off the Dome 1/20

Cancel Culture 1/20

Steph Tolev 1/21 & 1/22

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​

If I've forgotten anything, please message me or leave a comment, and I'll take care of it

Houston has a great local comedy scene. I'll list what I know about here. Let me know if I missed anything. I focus on standup shows, but there are plenty great improvisational comedy shows to catch at Station Theater and Comedy Sportz.

​

WEDNESDAY, 12/15

PHIL & DEREK'S

- 8:00 PM - Speakeasy Comedy Lounge Open Mic (FREE) weekly open mic More info here

CHRISTIAN'S TAILGATE WHITE OAK

- 8:00 PM - Rogues of Comedy (FREE) Ku Egenti, a Houston comedy legend will be hosting a night of laughs at at our White Oak location. More info here

THE SECRET GROUP

- 8:00 PM - $2 Bill Comedy Show ($2) This weekly showcase only costs $2! Features $2 tecates, $5 tequila, and all day happy hour! More info here

- 10:00 PM - 10 Minute Open Mic (FREE) Local comics clamor to try more than 5 minutes on stage. The host, Will Loden, selects only the deserving. More info here

DARWIN'S PUB & EATERY

- 9:30 PM - Comedy Open Mic (FREE) Sign up at 9pm and show at 9:30pm. Hosted by Matt Rogers.

​

THURSDAY, 12/16

THE SECRET GROUP

- 9:30 PM - The Back of the Bus Open Mic (FREE) One of Houston's favorite open mics is back! More info here

RUDYARD'S

- 7:30 PM - Rideshare Confessions Storytelling ($10) Local comedy storytelling show put on by The Riot More info here

- 9:30 PM - The Unusual Suspects ($10) Local standup showcase put on by The Riot More info here

MY BAR

- 8:00 PM - Pure Comedy/Karaoke Showcase (FREE w/RSVP) Weekly Show produced by Rich Williams. More info here

OLD CITY PUB

- 8:00 PM - Open Mic (FREE) Hosted by Royce Moore

THE BRASS TAP

- 8:00 PM - Laughs & Liquor Comedy Show (FREE) Jeff Joe runs this nice open mic in the large open air room at Brass Tap on Holman. Also they have $1 wings! More info here

AVANT GARDEN

- 9:15 PM - (Upstairs) Goddammit! A Delta-Varied Comedy Show! ($5) is one of Houston's best comedy showcases. Drinks are irresponsibly cheap and the taco truck that's on the property is world-class. Every week, the show features some of the best comics in Houston, as well as frequent drop-ins from out-of-towners and famous comedians. More info here

​

FRIDAY, 12/17

NIKOZ FUSION GRILL

- 7:00 PM - OPEN MIC - Hosted by Terrance McPeters down in Sugarland

PHIL & DEREK'S

- 8:00 PM - Speakeasy Comedy Lounge ($20-25) All D. Freeman has produced a fantastic room at Phil & Derek's. More info here

- 10:00 PM - Speakeasy Comedy Lounge ($20-25) All D. Freeman has produced a fantastic room at Phil & Derek's. More info here

THE SECRET GROUP

- 8:00 PM - 14th Annual Whiskey Brothers Christmas Ball ($10) More info here

- 8:00 PM - (Box) The Best of TSG ($5-10) Catch some great local comedy in The Box! More info here

- 10:00 PM - (Box) The Best of TSG ($5-10) Catch some great local comedy in The Box! More info here

- 11:59 PM - (Box) Midnight in the Box (FREE) Max Richards hosts this late night comedy showcase More info here

RUDYARD'S

- 7:30 PM - Raanan Hershberg ($15) Nationally touring comic presented by The Riot More info here

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SATURDAY, 12/18

TWO MULES TAVERN SPRING TX

- ?:00 PM - Comedy Show (Free?) ft. Jerry Wayne Longmire, Will Loden, & Abby Vollman.

PHIL & DEREK'S

- 7:00 PM - Speakeasy Comedy Lounge ($20-25) All D. Freeman has produced a fantastic room at Phil & Derek's. More info here

- 9:00 PM - Speakeasy Comedy Lounge ($20-25) All D. Freeman has produced a fantastic room at Phil & Derek's. More info here

THE SECRET GROUP

- 8:00 PM - (Box) The Best of TSG ($5-10) Catch some great local comedy in The Box! More info here

- 10:00 PM - (Box) The Best of TSG ($5-10) Catch some great local comedy in The Box! More info here

- 11:30 PM - (Box) Speedball 3 Minute Comedy Open Mic (FREE) Houston's fastest, latest, craziest open mic. More info here

RUDYARD'S

- 7:30 & 10 PM - Raanan Hershberg ($15) Nationally touring comic presented by The Riot More info here ​

SUNDAY, 12/19

THE SECRET GROUP

- 6:00 PM - 8th Wonder Comedy Hour ($5-10) Weekly comedy show where the premium ticket gets you a pint glass and an 8th wonder beer! More info here

- 8:00 PM - TSG Open Mic (FREE) It's our weekly Sunday open mic More info here

RICHMOND TRAINING CENTER FACILITY

- 8:00 PM - The Knockout Comedy Showcase Round 2 (Pay what you can) BYOB comedy show in a gym hosted by Patrick Eady More info here

RUDYARD'S

- 8:00 PM - Unbelievable Stories with Ku Egenti ($10) Comedy Storytelling show with Ku Egenti from The Riot More info here

LIBERTY STATION

- 8:00 PM - Open Mic (FREE) 7 minute open mic hosted by Victor Ramos

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MONDAY, 12/20

AXELRAD

- 8:00 PM - Punchline Mondays (FREE) Wonderful weekly comedy show! Jeff Joe hosts and puts together a stellar lineup each week for a show upstairs at Axelrad. More info here

RUDYARD'S

- 8:00 PM - Open Mic (FREE) One of the best comedy open mics in the country happens every Monday at Rudyard's. They've got low ceilings, excellent pub food, and a full bar, making it feel like an old school comedy club (minus drink minimums), plus, the lineup is curated by Houston's comedy queen, Dusti Rhodes!

PJ'S SPORTS BAR

- 8:00 PM - Open Mic (FREE) Weekly open mic upstairs at PJ's presented by Cutthroat Comedy.

EL PUEBLITO PATIO

- 8:00 PM - Open Mic (FREE) The patio at El Pueblito on Richmond has a lovely outdoor open mic.

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TUESDAY 12/21

JIVE BAR

- 8:00 PM - OPEN MIC (FREE) Jive Bar open mic

DAN ELECTRO'S

- 8:00 PM - OPEN MIC (FREE) Dan Electro's open mic

THE SECRET GROUP

- 8:00 PM - Comedy Bath House (Pay what you can) Local LGBTQ friendly showcase More info here

- 10:00 PM - Trash Flavored Trash (FREE) Andrew Youngblood and Zahid Dewji host this raucous weekly show where wells are only $2. More info here

- 11:59 PM - Pass the Mic Open Mic (FREE) The energy from Trash Flavored Trash at 10 continues along with the cheap wells as open micers grace the stage. More info here

CARRINGTON'S

- 8:30 PM - Tuesday Night Comedy & Cocktails at Carringtons (FREE) Sign up at 7:45 for this weekly open mic going 4.5 years strong! More info here

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NOTABLE SHOWS MORE THAN A WEEK OUT

Joe List & Sarah Tollemache 12/22

Four 20's 12/23

Live Laugh Love 12/23

Tuesday Gigante 12/28

One off Pun Off 12/30

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​

If I've forgotten anything, please message me or leave a comment, and I'll take care of it.

Houston has a great local comedy scene. I'll list what I know about here. Let me know if I missed anything. I focus on standup shows, but there are plenty great improvisational comedy shows to catch at Station Theater and Comedy Sportz.

​

WEDNESDAY, 12/1

PHIL & DEREK'S

- 8:00 PM - Speakeasy Comedy Lounge Open Mic (FREE) weekly open mic More info here

THE SECRET GROUP

- 8:00 PM - $2 Bill Comedy Show ($2) This weekly showcase only costs $2! Features $2 tecates, $5 tequila, and all day happy hour! More info here

- 10:00 PM - 10 Minute Open Mic (FREE) Local comics clamor to try more than 5 minutes on stage. The host, Will Loden, selects only the deserving. More info here

DARWIN'S PUB & EATERY

- 9:30 PM - Comedy Open Mic (FREE) Sign up at 9pm and show at 9:30pm. Hosted by Matt Rogers.

​

THURSDAY, 12/2

THE SECRET GROUP

- 8:00 PM - Draughts & Laughs ($5-12) Monthly comedy showcase featuring glassware and brews from a different brewery each month. This month features Eureka Heights. More info here

- 9:30 PM - The Back of the Bus Open Mic (FREE) One of Houston's favorite open mics is back! More info here

RUDYARD'S

- 7:30 PM - Triple Headliner ($10) Raambo 2Funny, Jessi Saldana & Sandra Dee and more! More info here

- 9:30 PM - American AF with Patrick Eady ($10) American AF is a monthly comedy competition that pits some of the best local comedians against each other, with the audience voting their favorite to win The Riot's championship belt. More info here

MY BAR

- 8:00 PM - Pure Comedy/Karaoke Showcase (FREE w/RSVP) Weekly Show produced by Rich Williams. More info here

OLD CITY PUB

- 8:00 PM - Open Mic (FREE) Hosted by Royce Moore

THE BRASS TAP

- 8:00 PM - Laughs & Liquor Comedy Show (FREE) Jeff Joe runs this nice open mic in the large open air room at Brass Tap on Holman. Also they have $1 wings! More info here

AVANT GARDEN

- 9:15 PM - (Upstairs) Goddammit! A Delta-Varied Comedy Show! ($5) is one of Houston's best comedy showcases. Drinks are irresponsibly cheap and the taco truck that's on the property is world-class. Every week, the show features some of the best comics in Houston, as well as frequent drop-ins from out-of-towners and famous comedians. More info here

​

FRIDAY, 12/3

NIKOZ FUSION GRILL

- 7:00 PM - OPEN MIC - Hosted by Terrance McPeters down in Sugarland

PHIL & DEREK'S

- 8:00 PM - Speakeasy Comedy Lounge ($20-25) All D. Freeman has produced a fantastic room at Phil & Derek's. More info here

- 10:00 PM - Speakeasy Comedy Lounge ($20-25) All D. Freeman has produced a fantastic room at Phil & Derek's. More info here

THE SECRET GROUP

- 8:00 PM - (Box) The Best of TSG ($5-10) Catch some great local comedy in The Box! More info here

- 10:00 PM - (Box) The Best of TSG ($5-10) Catch some great local comedy in The Box! More info here

- 11:59 PM - (Box) Midnight in the Box (FREE) Max Richards hosts this late night comedy showcase More info here

RUDYARD'S

- 7:30 & 10PM - Nick Yousseff ($15) Nationally touring comic presented by The Riot More info here

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SATURDAY, 12/4

PHIL & DEREK'S

- 7:00 PM - Speakeasy Comedy Lounge ($20-25) All D. Freeman has produced a fantastic room at Phil & Derek's. More info here

- 9:00 PM - Speakeasy Comedy Lounge ($20-25) All D. Freeman has produced a fantastic room at Phil & Derek's. More info here

EUREKA HEIGHTS BREWERY

- 8:00 PM - Bobby Biggs Beer & Belly Laughs (FREE) The hilarious and wonderful Bob Biggerstaff runs this free show! More info here

THE SECRET GROUP

- 8:00 PM - (Box) Wheelhouse ($5-10) Comics spin a giant wheel that tells them how to do their act. Always a riot! Hosted by Dusti Rhodes More info here

- 10:00 PM - (Box) The Best of TSG ($5-10) Catch some great local comedy in The Box! More info here

- 11:30 PM - (Box) Speedball 3 Minute Comedy Open Mic (FREE) Houston's fastest, latest, craziest open mic. More info here

​

SUNDAY, 12/5

THE SECRET GROUP

- 6:00 PM - 8th Wonder Comedy Hour ($5-10) Weekly comedy show where the premium ticket gets you a pint glass and an 8th wonder beer! More info here

- 8:00 PM - TSG Open Mic (FREE) It's our weekly Sunday open mic More info here

RUDYARD'S

- 8:00 PM - Current with Patrick Eady ($10) The Riot presents "Current," a new Sunday comedy show where current events, trends and topics are open to jokes. More info here

LIBERTY STATION

- 8:00 PM - Open Mic (FREE) 7 minute open mic hosted by Victor Ramos

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MONDAY, 12/6

AXELRAD

- 8:00 PM - Punchline Mondays (FREE) Wonderful weekly comedy show! Jeff Joe hosts and puts together a stellar lineup each week for a show upstairs at Axelrad. More info here

RUDYARD'S

- 8:00 PM - Open Mic (FREE) One of the best comedy open mics in the country happens every Monday at Rudyard's. They've got low ceilings, excellent pub food, and a full bar, making it feel like an old school comedy club (minus drink minimums), plus, the lineup is curated by Houston's comedy queen, Dusti Rhodes!

PJ'S SPORTS BAR

- 8:00 PM - Open Mic (FREE) Weekly open mic upstairs at PJ's presented by Cutthroat Comedy.

EL PUEBLITO PATIO

- 8:00 PM - Open Mic (FREE) The patio at El Pueblito on Richmond has a lovely outdoor open mic.

​

TUESDAY 12/7

JIVE BAR

- 8:00 PM - OPEN MIC (FREE) Jive Bar open mic

DAN ELECTRO'S

- 8:00 PM - OPEN MIC (FREE) Dan Electro's open mic

THE SECRET GROUP

- 8:00 PM - Comedy Bath House (Pay what you can) Local LGBTQ friendly showcase More info here

- 10:00 PM - Trash Flavored Trash (FREE) Andrew Youngblood and Zahid Dewji host this raucous weekly show where wells are only $2. More info here

- 11:59 PM - Pass the Mic Open Mic (FREE) The energy from Trash Flavored Trash at 10 continues along with the cheap wells as open micers grace the stage. [More info here](hhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/191852866087)

CARRINGTON'S

- 8:30 PM - Tuesday Night Comedy & Cocktails at Carringtons (FREE) Sign up at 7:45 for this weekly open mic going 4.5 years strong! More info here

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NOTABLE SHOWS MORE THAN A WEEK OUT

Daniel Van Kirk 12/9

Comics You should know 12/9

Come and See The Gay Agenda 12/9

Bad Idea 12/10

Lady Bits 12/11

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​

If I've forgotten anything, please message me or leave a comment, and I'll take care of it.

Houston has a great local comedy scene. I'll list what I know about here. Let me know if I missed anything. I focus on standup shows, but there are plenty great improvisational comedy shows to catch at Station Theater and Comedy Sportz.

​

WEDNESDAY, 10/20

PHIL & DEREK'S

- 8:00 PM - Speakeasy Comedy Lounge Open Mic (FREE) weekly open mic More info here

THE SECRET GROUP

- 8:00 PM - (Box) $2 Bill Comedy Show ($2) This weekly showcase only costs $2! Features $2 tecates, $5 tequila, and all day happy hour! More info here

- 10:00 PM - (Box) 10 Minute Open Mic (FREE) Local comics clamor to try more than 5 minutes on stage. The host, Will Loden, selects only the deserving. More info here

DARWIN'S PUB & EATERY

- 9:30 PM - Comedy Open Mic (FREE) Sign up at 9pm and show at 9:30pm. Hosted by Matt Rogers.

​

THURSDAY, 10/21

THE SECRET GROUP

- 9:30 PM - The Back of the Bus Open Mic (FREE) One of Houston's favorite open mics is back! More info here

RUDYARD'S

- 7:30 PM - Rideshare Confessions ($7) A really fun standup comedy concept put on by The Riot Comedy show featuring the best Storyteller Comedians in Space City! More info here

- 10:00 PM - The Unusual Suspects ($10) This special standup comedy showcase features 5 new comics and a surprise host & headliner! More info here

MY BAR

- 8:00 PM - Pure Comedy/Karaoke Showcase (FREE w/RSVP) Weekly Show produced by Rich Williams. More info here

OLD CITY PUB

- 8:00 PM - Open Mic (FREE) Hosted by Royce Moore

THE BRASS TAP

- 8:00 PM - Laughs & Liquor Comedy Show (FREE) Jeff Joe runs this nice open mic in the large open air room at Brass Tap on Holman. Also they have $1 wings! More info here

AVANT GARDEN

- 9:15 PM - (Upstairs) Goddammit! A Delta-Varied Comedy Show! ($5) is one of Houston's best comedy showcases. Drinks are irresponsibly cheap and the taco truck that's on the property is world-class. Every week, the show features some of the best comics in Houston, as well as frequent drop-ins from out-of-towners and famous comedians. More info here

​

FRIDAY, 10/22

NIKOZ FUSION GRILL

- 7:00 PM - OPEN MIC - Hosted by Terrance McPeters down in Sugarland

PHIL & DEREK'S

- 8:00 PM - Speakeasy Comedy Lounge ($20-25) All D. Freeman has produced a fantastic room at Phil & Derek's. More info here

- 10:00 PM - Speakeasy Comedy Lounge ($20-25) All D. Freeman has produced a fantastic room at Phil & Derek's. More info here

THE SECRET GROUP

- 8:00 PM - (Box) Four 20's ($8-10) Four comics do 20 minute each. Hosted by Reed Marshal Becker More info here

- 10:00 PM - (Box) The Best of TSG ($5-10) Catch some great local comedy in The Box! More info here

- 11:59 PM - (Box) Midnight in the Box (FREE) Max Richards hosts this late night comedy showcase More info here

RUDYARD'S

- 7:30 PM - Caleb Synan ($15) Nationally touring comic featured on Conan and Comedy Central More info here

- 10:00 PM - I Scream Comedy ($10) A standup comedy showcase featuring comedians visiting from other cities across the country! Come see Caleb Synan, Sawyer Stull, Jonathan Jones, and Nat Rogachevsky visit us for a night full of laughter. More info here

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SATURDAY, 10/23

PHIL & DEREK'S

- 7:00 PM - Speakeasy Comedy Lounge ($20-25) All D. Freeman has produced a fantastic room at Phil & Derek's. More info here

- 9:00 PM - Speakeasy Comedy Lounge ($20-25) All D. Freeman has produced a fantastic room at Phil & Derek's. More info here

RUDYARD'S

- 7:30 & 10:00 PM - Caleb Synan ($15) Nationally touring comic featured on Conan and Comedy Central More info here

THE SECRET GROUP

- 8:00 PM - (Box) The Best of TSG ($5-10) Catch some great local comedy in The Box! More info here

- 10:00 PM - (Box) The Best of TSG ($5-10) Catch some great local comedy in The Box! More info here

- 11:30 PM - (Box) Speedball 3 Minute Comedy Open Mic (FREE) Houston's fastest, latest, craziest open mic. More info here

​

SUNDAY, 10/24

THE SECRET GROUP

- 6:00 PM - 8th Wonder Comedy Hour ($5-10) Weekly comedy show where the premium ticket gets you a pint glass and an 8th wonder beer! More info here

- 8:00 PM - Johnny Pemberton ($12-15) Touring comic featured on Comedy Central, FOX & NBC More info here

- 10:00 PM - TSG Open Mic (FREE) It's our weekly Sunday open mic More info here

LIBERTY STATION

- 8:00 PM - Open Mic (FREE) 7 minute open mic hosted by Victor Ramos

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MONDAY, 10/25

AXELRAD

- 8:00 PM - Punchline Mondays (FREE) Wonderful weekly comedy show! Jeff Joe hosts and puts together a stellar lineup each week for a show upstairs at Axelrad. More info here

RUDYARD'S

- 8:00 PM - Open Mic (FREE) One of the best comedy open mics in the country happens every Monday at Rudyard's. They've got low ceilings, excellent pub food, and a full bar, making it feel like an old school comedy club (minus drink minimums), plus, the lineup is curated by Houston's comedy queen, Dusti Rhodes!

PJ'S SPORTS BAR

- 8:00 PM - Open Mic (FREE) Weekly open mic upstairs at PJ's presented by Cutthroat Comedy.

EL PUEBLITO PATIO

- 8:00 PM - Open Mic (FREE) The patio at El Pueblito on Richmond has a lovely outdoor open mic.

​

TUESDAY 10/26

JIVE BAR

- 8:00 PM - OPEN MIC (FREE) Jive Bar open mic

DAN ELECTRO'S

- 8:00 PM - OPEN MIC (FREE) Dan Electro's open mic

THE SECRET GROUP

- 8:00 PM - Tuesday Gigante (Pay what you can) Local Hispanic comic showcase More info here

- 10:00 PM - Trash Flavored Trash (FREE) Andrew Youngblood and Zahid Dewji host this raucous weekly show where wells are only $2. More info here

- 11:59 PM - Pass the Mic Open Mic (FREE) The energy from Trash Flavored Trash at 10 continues along with the cheap wells as open micers grace the stage. More info here

CARRINGTON'S

- 8:30 PM - Tuesday Night Comedy & Cocktails at Carringtons (FREE) Sign up at 7:45 for this weekly open mic going 4.5 years strong! More info here

​

NOTABLE SHOWS MORE THAN A WEEK OUT

Nate Craig 11/10

Draughts & Laughs 11/11

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​

If I've forgotten anything, please message me or leave a comment, and I'll take care of it.

I'm gonna be overseas for 2 weeks so I've tried to list more shows than usual in the bottom section.

Houston has a great local comedy scene. I'll list what I know about here. Let me know if I missed anything. I focus on standup shows, but there are plenty great improvisational comedy shows to catch at Station Theater and Comedy Sportz.

​

TUESDAY 9/28

JIVE BAR

- 8:00 PM - OPEN MIC (FREE) Jive Bar open mic

DAN ELECTRO'S

- 8:00 PM - OPEN MIC (FREE) Dan Electro's open mic

THE SECRET GROUP

- 8:00 PM - Tuesday Gigante (Pay what you can) Local Hispanic comic showcase More info here

- 10:00 PM - Trash Flavored Trash (FREE) Andrew Youngblood and Zahid Dewji host this raucous weekly show where wells are only $2. More info here

- 11:59 PM - Pass the Mic Open Mic (FREE) The energy from Trash Flavored Trash at 10 continues along with the cheap wells as open micers grace the stage. More info here

CARRINGTON'S

- 8:30 PM - Tuesday Night Comedy & Cocktails at Carringtons (FREE) Sign up at 7:45 for this weekly open mic going 4.5 years strong! More info here

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WEDNESDAY, 9/29

PHIL & DEREK'S

- 8:00 PM - Speakeasy Comedy Lounge Open Mic (FREE) weekly open mic More info here

THE SECRET GROUP

- 8:00 PM - (Box) $2 Bill Comedy Show ($2) This weekly showcase only costs $2! Features $2 tecates, $5 tequila, and all day happy hour! More info here

- 10:00 PM - (Box) 10 Minute Open Mic (FREE) Local comics clamor to try more than 5 minutes on stage. The host, Will Loden, selects only the deserving. More info here

DARWIN'S PUB & EATERY

- 9:30 PM - Comedy Open Mic (FREE) Sign up at 9pm and show at 9:30pm. Hosted by Matt Rogers.

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THURSDAY, 9/30

THE SECRET GROUP

- 9:30 PM - The Back of the Bus Open Mic (FREE) One of Houston's favorite open mics is back! [More info here](hhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/167675625309)

RUDYARD'S

- 7:30 PM - The O.G.'s of Houston Comedy Showcase ($15) Including: Andy Huggins (America’s Got Talent) All D Freeman (BET), Jim Holder (Laff Stop), Kristin Lindner (Nickelodeon), and Bryan Hurzie. More info here

- 10:00 PM - Brian Gendron & Friends ($7) including Jeff Joe, Patrick Eady, Will Loden, and Jamie Rowan. The show will be hosted by Drew Jordan. More info here

MY BAR

- 8:00 PM - Pure Comedy/Karaoke Showcase (FREE w/RSVP) Weekly Show produced by Rich Williams. More info here

OLD CITY PUB

- 8:00 PM - Open Mic (FREE) Hosted by Royce Moore

THE BRASS TAP

- 8:00 PM - Laughs & Liquor Comedy Show (FREE) Jeff Joe runs this nice open mic in the large open air room at Brass Tap on Holman. Also they have $1 wings! More info here

AVANT GARDEN

- 9:15 PM - (Upstairs) Goddammit! A Delta-Varied Comedy Show! ($5) is one of Houston's best comedy showcases. Drinks are irresponsibly cheap and the taco truck that's on the property is world-class. Every week, the show features some of the best comics in Houston, as well as frequent drop-ins from out-of-towners and famous comedians. More info here

​

FRIDAY, 10/1

NIKOZ FUSION GRILL

- 7:00 PM - OPEN MIC - Hosted by Terrance McPeters down in Sugarland

PHIL & DEREK'S

- 8:00 PM - Speakeasy Comedy Lounge ($20-25) All D. Freeman has produced a fantastic room at Phil & Derek's. More info here

- 10:00 PM - Speakeasy Comedy Lounge ($20-25) All D. Freeman has produced a fantastic room at Phil & Derek's. More info here

THE SECRET GROUP

- 8:00 PM - (Box) Lady Bits ($7) Houston's funniest women, hosted by Tressa Eleby, featuring Sandra Dee, Kate Vance, Tammy Mooney-Anderson & more! More info here

- 10:00 PM - Akaash Singh ($18) Akaash Singh is a nationally touring stand up comedian, podcaster, and actor. After moving to NYC and honing his comedy craft, his career started to take off with many shows including MTV’s Guy Code and Wild’n Out, Netflix’s Brown Nation, and HBO’s The Leftovers More info here

- 10:00 PM - (Box) The Best of TSG ($5-10) Catch some great local comedy in The Box! More info here

- 11:59 PM - (Box) Midnight in the Box (FREE) Doug Dalton hosts this late night comedy showcase More info here

RUDYARD'S

- 8:00 PM - Next Gen Comedy Vol 4 ($15) This show is hosted by Tramaine “Maine” Mahone. Featuring will be the greats: Bryson Brown, De De T, Stacy Anderson and Mal Mallucci! More info here

- 10:00 PM - I Scream Comedy ($20) Jesse Peyton and Ben Daniel bring their raunchy comedy to Rudz. More info here

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SATURDAY, 10/2

THE CITADEL ON KIRBY

- 7:00 PM - Vintage Whiskey Comedy Showcase ($35 includes whiskeys) Killer lineup of whiskeys and comics. More info here

PHIL & DEREK'S

- 7:00 PM - Speakeasy Comedy Lounge ($20-25) All D. Freeman has produced a fantastic room at Phil & Derek's. More info here

- 9:00 PM - Speakeasy Comedy Lounge ($20-25) All D. Freeman has produced a fantastic room at Phil & Derek's. More info here

BESOCIAL INSIDE OF SOCIAL STATUS

- 7:30 PM - The Presale (FREE) It’s Fashion, it’s Sneakers, it’s Comedy, it’s Culture! It’s The Presale. Three Comics and a Moderator discuss current events in fashion, sneakers and Popular culture. Followed by a Stand up showcase featuring featuring local and touring Comedians.More info here

THE SECRET GROUP

- 8:00 PM - (Box) Wheelhouse Comedy Gameshow ($5-10) This hilarious gameshow is hosted by Dusti Rhodes More info here

- 10:00 PM - (Box) The Best of TSG ($5-10) Catch some great local comedy in The Box! More info here

- 11:30 PM - (Box) Speedball 3 Minute Comedy Open Mic (FREE) Houston's fastest, latest, craziest open mic. More info here

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SUNDAY, 10/3

THE SECRET GROUP

- 6:00 PM - 8th Wonder Comedy Hour ($5-10) Weekly comedy show where the premium ticket gets you a pint glass and an 8th wonder beer! More info here

- 8:00 PM - TSG Open Mic (FREE) It's our weekly Sunday open mic More info here

LIBERTY STATION

- 8:00 PM - Open Mic (FREE) 7 minute open mic hosted by Victor Ramos

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MONDAY, 9/27

AXELRAD

- 8:00 PM - Punchline Mondays (FREE) Wonderful weekly comedy show! Jeff Joe hosts and puts together a stellar lineup each week for a show upstairs at Axelrad. More info here

RUDYARD'S

- 8:00 PM - Open Mic (FREE) One of the best comedy open mics in the country happens every Monday at Rudyard's. They've got low ceilings, excellent pub food, and a full bar, making it feel like an old school comedy club (minus drink minimums), plus, the lineup is curated by Houston's comedy queen, Dusti Rhodes!

PJ'S SPORTS BAR

- 8:00 PM - Open Mic (FREE) Weekly open mic upstairs at PJ's presented by Cutthroat Comedy.

EL PUEBLITO PATIO

- 8:00 PM - Open Mic (FREE) The patio at El Pueblito on Richmond has a lovely outdoor open mic.

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NOTABLE SHOWS MORE THAN A WEEK OUT

10/7 Draughts & Laughs featuring Great Heights

10/8 Look, but don't stare @ Bill Arning Exhibitions

10/8 Bad Idea Rooftop Comedy

10/14 Matthew Broussard - This will sell out shortly

10/15 John Caparulo

10/17 Kyle Kinane 2nd show added

10/23 Dave Ross

10/24 Johnny Pemberton

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If I've forgotten anything, please message me or leave a comment, and I'll take care of it.

Please go get vaccinated and if you attend comedy shows in person wear a mask whenever you can.

Houston has a great local comedy scene. I'll list what I know about here. Let me know if I missed anything. I focus on standup shows, but there are plenty great improvisational comedy shows to catch at Station Theater and Comedy Sportz.

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WEDNESDAY, 9/22

PHIL & DEREK'S

- 8:00 PM - Speakeasy Comedy Lounge Open Mic (FREE) weekly open mic More info here

THE SECRET GROUP

- 8:00 PM - Are You Garbage? Stand up and Live Game ($25) Touring podcast More info here

- 10:00 PM - $2 Bill Comedy Show ($2) This weekly showcase only costs $2! Features $2 tecates, $5 tequila, and all day happy hour! More info here

- 11:30 PM - 10 Minute Open Mic (FREE) Local comics clamor to try more than 5 minutes on stage. The host, Will Loden, selects only the deserving. More info here

DARWIN'S PUB & EATERY

- 9:30 PM - Comedy Open Mic (FREE) Sign up at 9pm and show at 9:30pm. Hosted by Matt Rogers.

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THURSDAY, 9/23

THE SECRET GROUP

- 9:30 PM - The Back of the Bus Open Mic (FREE) One of Houston's favorite open mics is back! More info here

RUDYARD'S

- 7:30 PM - Rideshare Confessions Storytelling ($7) A really fun standup comedy concept put on by The Riot Comedy show featuring the best Storyteller Comedians in Space City! Come for a fun date idea or night out with friends! More info here

- 10 PM - Quick Fix ($7) Very funny Houston Comedians Enrique Chacón and Joe Esquivel host this high-energy standup comedy showcase featuring hilarious hand-picked comedians including Nathaniel Amador, Patrick Eady, MC Lotto and more! More info here

MAVERICK'S SALOON

- 8:00 PM - Jimbo & Jumbo Present Jesse James' Comedy Roundup (FREE) Local show More info here

MY BAR

- 8:00 PM - Pure Comedy/Karaoke Showcase (FREE w/RSVP) Weekly Show produced by Rich Williams. More info here

OLD CITY PUB

- 8:00 PM - Open Mic (FREE) Hosted by Royce Moore

THE BRASS TAP

- 8:00 PM - Laughs & Liquor Comedy Show (FREE) Jeff Joe runs this nice open mic in the large open air room at Brass Tap on Holman. Also they have $1 wings! More info here

AVANT GARDEN

- 9:15 PM - (Upstairs) Goddammit! A Delta-Varied Comedy Show! ($5) is one of Houston's best comedy showcases. Drinks are irresponsibly cheap and the taco truck that's on the property is world-class. Every week, the show features some of the best comics in Houston, as well as frequent drop-ins from out-of-towners and famous comedians. More info here

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FRIDAY, 9/24

DISTRICT 2.4.9 BAR AND GRILL

- 6:00 PM - John Caparulo ($20) Jesse Peyton Comedy presents More info here

NIKOZ FUSION GRILL

- 7:00 PM - OPEN MIC - Hosted by Terrance McPeters down in Sugarland

PHIL & DEREK'S

- 8:00 PM - Speakeasy Comedy Lounge ($20-25) All D. Freeman has produced a fantastic room at Phil & Derek's. More info here

- 10:00 PM - Speakeasy Comedy Lounge ($20-25) All D. Freeman has produced a fantastic room at Phil & Derek's. More info here

THE SECRET GROUP

- 8:00 PM - Average Joey Joey Leonard ($15-25) Touring comic More info here

- 8:00 PM - (Box) Four 20's ($8) Hosted by Reed Marshal Becker, four comics do 20 minutes each More info here

- 10:00 PM - (Box) The Best of TSG ($5-10) Catch some great local comedy in The Box! More info here

- 11:59 PM - (Box) Midnight in the Box (FREE) Doug Dalton hosts this late night comedy showcase More info here

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SATURDAY, 9/25

HOP SCHOLAR

- 7:00 PM - Comedy Night ($20) Great local lineup at beer bar in Spring More info here

BILL ARNING EXHIBITIONS

- 7:00 PM - Look, but don't touch! ($5) BYOB local show in art gallery More info here

PHIL & DEREK'S

- 7:00 PM - Speakeasy Comedy Lounge ($20-25) All D. Freeman has produced a fantastic room at Phil & Derek's. More info here

- 9:00 PM - Speakeasy Comedy Lounge ($20-25) All D. Freeman has produced a fantastic room at Phil & Derek's. More info here

RUDYARD'S

- 8:30 & 10:30 PM - Francisco Ramos ($15) Touring Comic More info here

THE SECRET GROUP

- 8:00 PM - Laughs from the Past ($15) Comedy Hub presents More info here

- 8:00 PM - (Box) The Best of TSG ($5-10) Catch some great local comedy in The Box! More info here

- 10:00 PM - (Box) The Best of TSG ($5-10) Catch some great local comedy in The Box! More info here

- 11:30 PM - (Box) Speedball 3 Minute Comedy Open Mic (FREE) Houston's fastest, latest, craziest open mic. More info here

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SUNDAY, 9/26

THE SECRET GROUP

- 6:00 PM - 8th Wonder Comedy Hour ($5-10) Weekly comedy show where the premium ticket gets you a pint glass and an 8th wonder beer! More info here

- 8:00 PM - Liz Miele's New Hour "Ghost of Academic Future" ($20-25) Touring comic More info here

- 10:00 PM - TSG Open Mic (FREE) It's our weekly Sunday open mic More info here

LIBERTY STATION

- 8:00 PM - Open Mic (FREE) 7 minute open mic hosted by Victor Ramos

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MONDAY, 9/27

AXELRAD

- 8:00 PM - Punchline Mondays (FREE) Wonderful weekly comedy show! Jeff Joe hosts and puts together a stellar lineup each week for a show upstairs at Axelrad. More info here

RUDYARD'S

- 8:00 PM - Open Mic (FREE) One of the best comedy open mics in the country happens every Monday at Rudyard's. They've got low ceilings, excellent pub food, and a full bar, making it feel like an old school comedy club (minus drink minimums), plus, the lineup is curated by Houston's comedy queen, Dusti Rhodes!

PJ'S SPORTS BAR

- 8:00 PM - Open Mic (FREE) Weekly open mic upstairs at PJ's presented by Cutthroat Comedy.

EL PUEBLITO PATIO

- 8:00 PM - Open Mic (FREE) The patio at El Pueblito on Richmond has a lovely outdoor open mic.

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TUESDAY 9/28

JIVE BAR

- 8:00 PM - OPEN MIC (FREE) Jive Bar open mic

DAN ELECTRO'S

- 8:00 PM - OPEN MIC (FREE) Dan Electro's open mic

THE SECRET GROUP

- 8:00 PM - Tuesday Gigante (Pay what you can) Local Hispanic comic showcase More info here

- 10:00 PM - Trash Flavored Trash (FREE) Andrew Youngblood and Zahid Dewji host this raucous weekly show where wells are only $2. More info here

- 11:59 PM - Pass the Mic Open Mic (FREE) The energy from Trash Flavored Trash at 10 continues along with the cheap wells as open micers grace the stage. More info here

CARRINGTON'S

- 8:30 PM - Tuesday Night Comedy & Cocktails at Carringtons (FREE) Sign up at 7:45 for this weekly open mic going 4.5 years strong! More info here

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NOTABLE SHOWS MORE THAN A WEEK OUT

9/30 OG's of Houston Comedy

10/1 Akaash Singh

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​

If I've forgotten anything, please message me or leave a comment, and I'll take care of it.

Please go get vaccinated and if you attend comedy shows in person wear a mask whenever you can.

Houston has a great local comedy scene. I'll list what I know about here. Let me know if I missed anything. I focus on standup shows, but there are plenty great improvisational comedy shows to catch at Station Theater and Comedy Sportz.

​

WEDNESDAY, 8/25

PHIL & DEREK'S

- 8:00 PM - Speakeasy Comedy Lounge Open Mic (FREE) weekly open mic More info here

THE SECRET GROUP

- 8:00 PM - $2 Bill Comedy Show ($2) This weekly showcase only costs $2! Features $2 tecates, $5 tequila, and all day happy hour! More info here

- 10:00 PM - 10 Minute Open Mic (FREE) Local comics clamor to try more than 5 minutes on stage. The host, Will Loden, selects only the deserving. More info here

DARWIN'S PUB & EATERY

- 9:30 PM - Comedy Open Mic (FREE) Sign up at 9pm and show at 9:30pm. Hosted by Matt Rogers.

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THURSDAY, 8/26

THE SECRET GROUP

- 8:00 PM - Kabir "Kabeezy" Singh ($12) fresh off his standing ovation and four “yeses” on NBC’s “America’s Got Talent” in June of 2021, but he has been a touring headliner for almost a decade now. Kabir has been featured on “Amazon Prime“, “The Family Guy“, “Laughs on Fox”, and Gabriel Iglesias’ “Stand Up Revolution” on Comedy Central. More info here

- 9:30 PM - The Back of the Bus Open Mic (FREE) One of Houston's favorite open mics is back! More info here

RUDYARD'S

- 7:30 PM - Rideshare Confessions Storytelling ($7) A really fun standup comedy concept put on by The Riot Comedy show featuring the best Storyteller Comedians in Space City! Come for a fun date idea or night out with friends! More info here

- 9:30 PM - Quick Fix ($7) Very funny Houston Comedians Enrique Chacón and Joe Esquivel host this high-energy standup comedy showcase featuring hilarious hand-picked comedians including Nathaniel Amador, Patrick Eady, MC Lotto and more! More info here

MY BAR

- 8:00 PM - Pure Comedy/Karaoke Showcase (FREE w/RSVP) Weekly Show produced by Rich Williams. More info here

OLD CITY PUB

- 8:00 PM - Open Mic (FREE) Hosted by Royce Moore

THE BRASS TAP

- 8:00 PM - Laughs & Liquor Comedy Show (FREE) Jeff Joe runs this nice open mic in the large open air room at Brass Tap on Holman. Also they have $1 wings! More info here

AVANT GARDEN

- 9:15 PM - (Upstairs) Goddammit! A Delta-Varied Comedy Show! ($5) is one of Houston's best comedy showcases. Drinks are irresponsibly cheap and the taco truck that's on the property is world-class. Every week, the show features some of the best comics in Houston, as well as frequent drop-ins from out-of-towners and famous comedians. More info here

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FRIDAY, 8/27

NIKOZ FUSION GRILL

- 7:00 PM - OPEN MIC - Hosted by Terrance McPeters down in Sugarland

RUDYARD'S

- 7:30 PM - Ahamed Weinberg ($15)Ahamed is a Los Angeles-based comedian from Philadelphia. He made his late night stand up debut on Late Night w/ Seth Meyers (NBC), is one of TimeOut LA’s Comics to Watch and Vulture’s 20 Comics to Watch and was awarded New Face at the 2016 Just For Laughs Festival in Montreal. More info here

PHIL & DEREK'S

- 8:00 PM - Speakeasy Comedy Lounge ($20-25) All D. Freeman has produced a fantastic room at Phil & Derek's. More info here

- 10:00 PM - Speakeasy Comedy Lounge ($20-25) All D. Freeman has produced a fantastic room at Phil & Derek's. More info here

THE SECRET GROUP

- 8:00 PM - (Box) All A's Asian American Comedy Show ($15) Comedy Hub Houston is proud to present All A's! Asian American Appreciation featuring the funnies Asian American comedians you may not know yet! Featuring fantastic touring, credited, hilarious comedians! Join us in this intimate space for an epic Friday night. More info here

- 10:00 PM - (Box) The Best of TSG ($5-10) Catch some great local comedy in The Box! More info here

- 11:59 PM - (Box) Midnight in the Box (FREE) Doug Dalton hosts this late night comedy showcase More info here

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SATURDAY, 8/28

PHIL & DEREK'S

- 7:00 PM - Speakeasy Comedy Lounge ($20-25) All D. Freeman has produced a fantastic room at Phil & Derek's. More info here

- 9:00 PM - Speakeasy Comedy Lounge ($20-25) All D. Freeman has produced a fantastic room at Phil & Derek's. More info here

RUDYARD'S

- 7:30 & 10 PM - Ahamed Weinberg ($15)Ahamed is a Los Angeles-based comedian from Philadelphia. He made his late night stand up debut on Late Night w/ Seth Meyers (NBC), is one of TimeOut LA’s Comics to Watch and Vulture’s 20 Comics to Watch and was awarded New Face at the 2016 Just For Laughs Festival in Montreal. More info here

RED DWARF

- 8:00 PM - Dick Jokes: One Man's Affair with Richard Nixon ($10) A stand up history lesson. Rob Mungle is gonna talk about Richard Nixon. You're gonna want to be there.

THE SECRET GROUP

- 8:00 PM - (Box) The Best of TSG ($5-10) Catch some great local comedy in The Box! More info here

- 10:00 PM - (Box) The Best of TSG ($5-10) Catch some great local comedy in The Box! More info here

- 11:30 PM - (Box) Speedball 3 Minute Comedy Open Mic (FREE) Houston's fastest, latest, craziest open mic. More info here

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SUNDAY, 8/29

THE SECRET GROUP

- 6:00 PM - 8th Wonder Comedy Hour ($5-10) Weekly comedy show where the premium ticket gets you a pint glass and an 8th wonder beer! More info here

- 8:00 PM - TSG Open Mic (FREE) It's our weekly Sunday open mic More info here

RUDYARD'S

- 7:30 PM - Unbelievable Stories with Ku Egenti ($10) The Riot presents Unbelievable Stories, a new monthly Sunday show featuring comedians sharing hilarious and crazy stories, while comic host Ku Egenti narrates which parts of the stories are real and which parts are fake. From the stories told to finding out the truth behind them, this will be an exciting show for everyone! More info here

LIBERTY STATION

- 8:00 PM - Open Mic (FREE) 7 minute open mic hosted by Victor Ramos

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MONDAY, 8/30

AXELRAD

- 8:00 PM - Punchline Mondays (FREE) Wonderful weekly comedy show! Jeff Joe hosts and puts together a stellar lineup each week for a show upstairs at Axelrad. More info here

RUDYARD'S

- 8:00 PM - Open Mic (FREE) One of the best comedy open mics in the country happens every Monday at Rudyard's. They've got low ceilings, excellent pub food, and a full bar, making it feel like an old school comedy club (minus drink minimums), plus, the lineup is curated by Houston's comedy queen, Dusti Rhodes!

PJ'S SPORTS BAR

- 8:00 PM - Open Mic (FREE) Weekly open mic upstairs at PJ's presented by Cutthroat Comedy.

EL PUEBLITO PATIO

- 8:00 PM - Open Mic (FREE) The patio at El Pueblito on Richmond has a lovely outdoor open mic.

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TUESDAY 8/31

JIVE BAR

- 8:00 PM - OPEN MIC (FREE) Jive Bar open mic

DAN ELECTRO'S

- 8:00 PM - OPEN MIC (FREE) Dan Electro's open mic

THE SECRET GROUP

- 8:00 PM - Comedy Bath House (Pay what you can) Bi-weekly LGBTQ friendly showcase. More info here

- 10:00 PM - Trash Flavored Trash (FREE) Andrew Youngblood and Zahid Dewji host this raucous weekly show where wells are only $2. More info here

- 11:59 PM - Pass the Mic Open Mic (FREE) The energy from Trash Flavored Trash at 10 continues along with the cheap wells as open micers grace the stage. More info here

CARRINGTON'S

- 8:30 PM - Tuesday Night Comedy & Cocktails at Carringtons (FREE) Sign up at 7:45 for this weekly open mic going 4.5 years strong! More info here

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NOTABLE SHOWS MORE THAN A WEEK OUT

Draughts & Laughs 9/2

Lady Bits 9/3

Jill Kimmel 9/5

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​

If I've forgotten anything, please message me or leave a comment, and I'll take care of it.

Please go get vaccinated and if you attend comedy shows in person wear a mask whenever you can.

Houston has a great local comedy scene. I'll list what I know about here. Let me know if I missed anything. I focus on standup shows, but there are plenty great improvisational comedy shows to catch at Station Theater and Comedy Sportz.

​

WEDNESDAY, 8/18

PHIL & DEREK'S

- 8:00 PM - Speakeasy Comedy Lounge Open Mic (FREE) weekly open mic More info here

THE SECRET GROUP

- 8:00 PM - $2 Bill Comedy Show ($2) This weekly showcase only costs $2! Features $2 tecates, $5 tequila, and all day happy hour! More info here

- 10:00 PM - 10 Minute Open Mic (FREE) Local comics clamor to try more than 5 minutes on stage. The host, Will Loden, selects only the deserving. [More info here](hhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/162465941003)

DARWIN'S PUB & EATERY

- 9:30 PM - Comedy Open Mic (FREE) Sign up at 9pm and show at 9:30pm. Hosted by Matt Rogers.

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THURSDAY, 8/19

THE SECRET GROUP

- 9:30 PM - The Back of the Bus Open Mic (FREE) One of Houston's favorite open mics is back! More info here

RUDYARD'S

- 7:30 PM - The Interruption with Tre Tutson ($8) "The Interruption" has a hand-selected lineup of hilarious comedians that have agreed to be interrupted in the middle of their performance by none other than Tre Tutson. If you don't know Tre, He is one of the most flippant, unfiltered, abrasive and of course hilarious Houston comedians and always gets the last word in with these comics. More info here

- 9:30 PM - The Unusual Suspects ($10) This special standup comedy showcase features 5 new comics and a surprise host & headliner! It will be a night full of laughter that is a fun new date idea, night out with friends, or for anyone looking for something different to do. More info here

MY BAR

- 8:00 PM - Pure Comedy/Karaoke Showcase (FREE w/RSVP) Weekly Show produced by Rich Williams. More info here

OLD CITY PUB

- 8:00 PM - Open Mic (FREE) Hosted by Royce Moore

THE BRASS TAP

- 8:00 PM - Laughs & Liquor Comedy Show (FREE) Jeff Joe runs this nice open mic in the large open air room at Brass Tap on Holman. Also they have $1 wings! More info here

AVANT GARDEN

- 9:15 PM - (Upstairs) Goddammit! A Delta-Varied Comedy Show! ($5) is one of Houston's best comedy showcases. Drinks are irresponsibly cheap and the taco truck that's on the property is world-class. Every week, the show features some of the best comics in Houston, as well as frequent drop-ins from out-of-towners and famous comedians.

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FRIDAY, 8/20

NIKOZ FUSION GRILL

- 7:00 PM - OPEN MIC - Hosted by Terrance McPeters down in Sugarland

RUDYARD'S

- 7:30 PM - Jourdain Fisher ($15) Since becoming a comedian at the age of 17, Jourdain has found enough success to keep from working at his family’s funeral home business and his star is only rising. He has written for Viceland, 50 Central on BET and most recently, The Tonight Show. More info here

- 10:00 PM - The Tourists ($10) A standup comedy showcase featuring visiting comedians from other cities including Gretchen Young (Dallas), Jenna Teeman (New York), Abby Rosenquist (Austin), Zach Dickson (San Antonio) and more! Hosted by Houston comedians Brian Gendron & Drew Jordan. More info here

PHIL & DEREK'S

- 8:00 PM - Speakeasy Comedy Lounge ($20-25) All D. Freeman has produced a fantastic room at Phil & Derek's. More info here

- 10:00 PM - Speakeasy Comedy Lounge ($20-25) All D. Freeman has produced a fantastic room at Phil & Derek's. More info here

THE SECRET GROUP

- 8:00 PM - (Box) The Best of TSG ($5-10) Catch some great local comedy in The Box! More info here

- 10:00 PM - (Box) The Best of TSG ($5-10) Catch some great local comedy in The Box! More info here

- 11:59 PM - (Box) Midnight in the Box (FREE) Doug Dalton hosts this late night comedy showcase More info here

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SATURDAY, 8/21

PHIL & DEREK'S

- 7:00 PM - Speakeasy Comedy Lounge ($20-25) All D. Freeman has produced a fantastic room at Phil & Derek's. More info here

- 9:00 PM - Speakeasy Comedy Lounge ($20-25) All D. Freeman has produced a fantastic room at Phil & Derek's. More info here

RUDYARD'S

- 7:30 & 10 PM - Jourdain Fisher ($15) Since becoming a comedian at the age of 17, Jourdain has found enough success to keep from working at his family’s funeral home business and his star is only rising. He has written for Viceland, 50 Central on BET and most recently, The Tonight Show. More info here

THE SECRET GROUP

- 8:00 PM - (Box) The Best of TSG ($5-10) Catch some great local comedy in The Box! More info here

- 10:00 PM - (Box) The Best of TSG ($5-10) Catch some great local comedy in The Box! More info here

- 11:30 PM - (Box) Speedball 3 Minute Comedy Open Mic (FREE) Houston's fastest, latest, craziest open mic. More info here

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SUNDAY, 8/22

THE SECRET GROUP

- 6:00 PM - (Box) 8th Wonder Comedy Hour ($5-10) Weekly comedy show where the premium ticket gets you a pint glass and an 8th wonder beer! More info here

- 8:00 PM - (Box) TSG Open Mic (FREE) It's our weekly Sunday open mic More info here

RUDYARD'S

- 7:30 & 10 PM - Joe Machi ($15) He is famous for his performances on Last Comic Standing, Comedy Central, The Tonight Show, and Fox News. He rose to fame originally as a stand-up comedian for the late-night at New York's Comic Strip Live. He was also a guest on The Greg Gutfield Show and won the New York Comedy festival's Funniest Comedian Competition. More info here

LIBERTY STATION

- 8:00 PM - Open Mic (FREE) 7 minute open mic hosted by Victor Ramos

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MONDAY, 8/23

AXELRAD

- 8:00 PM - Punchline Mondays (FREE) Wonderful weekly comedy show! Jeff Joe hosts and puts together a stellar lineup each week for a show upstairs at Axelrad. More info here

RUDYARD'S

- 8:00 PM - Open Mic (FREE) One of the best comedy open mics in the country happens every Monday at Rudyard's. They've got low ceilings, excellent pub food, and a full bar, making it feel like an old school comedy club (minus drink minimums), plus, the lineup is curated by Houston's comedy queen, Dusti Rhodes!

PJ'S SPORTS BAR

- 8:00 PM - Open Mic (FREE) Weekly open mic upstairs at PJ's presented by Cutthroat Comedy.

EL PUEBLITO PATIO

- 8:00 PM - Open Mic (FREE) The patio at El Pueblito on Richmond has a lovely outdoor open mic.

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TUESDAY 8/24

JIVE BAR

- 8:00 PM - OPEN MIC (FREE) Jive Bar open mic

DAN ELECTRO'S

- 8:00 PM - OPEN MIC (FREE) Dan Electro's open mic

THE SECRET GROUP

- 8:00 PM - Tuesday Gigante (Pay what you can) Bi-weekly showcase featuring Houston's funniest Hispanic comedians. Hosted by Jesse Saldana. More info here

- 10:00 PM - Trash Flavored Trash (FREE) Andrew Youngblood and Zahid Dewji host this raucous weekly show where wells are only $2. More info here

- 11:59 PM - Pass the Mic Open Mic (FREE) The energy from Trash Flavored Trash at 10 continues along with the cheap wells as open micers grace the stage. More info here

CARRINGTON'S

- 8:30 PM - Tuesday Night Comedy & Cocktails at Carringtons (FREE) Sign up at 7:45 for this weekly open mic going 4.5 years strong! More info here

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NOTABLE SHOWS MORE THAN A WEEK OUT

Kabir Singh 8/26

All A's Asian American Comedy Show 8/27

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​

If I've forgotten anything, please message me or leave a comment, and I'll take care of it.

Please go get vaccinated and if you attend comedy shows in person wear a mask whenever you can.

Houston has a great local comedy scene. I'll list what I know about here. Let me know if I missed anything. I focus on standup shows, but there are plenty great improvisational comedy shows to catch at Station Theater and Comedy Sportz.

​

TUESDAY 8/10

JIVE BAR

- 8:00 PM - OPEN MIC (FREE) Jive Bar open mic

DAN ELECTRO'S

- 8:00 PM - OPEN MIC (FREE) Dan Electro's open mic

THE SECRET GROUP

- 8:00 PM - Tuesday Gigante (Pay what you can) Bi-weekly showcase featuring Houston's funniest Hispanic comedians. Hosted by Jesse Saldana. More info here

- 10:00 PM - Trash Flavored Trash (FREE) Andrew Youngblood and Zahid Dewji host this raucous weekly show where wells are only $2. More info here

- 11:59 PM - Pass the Mic Open Mic (FREE) The energy from Trash Flavored Trash at 10 continues along with the cheap wells as open micers grace the stage. More info here

CARRINGTON'S

- 8:30 PM - Tuesday Night Comedy & Cocktails at Carringtons (FREE) Sign up at 7:45 for this weekly open mic going 4.5 years strong! More info here

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WEDNESDAY, 8/11

PHIL & DEREK'S

- 8:00 PM - Speakeasy Comedy Lounge Open Mic (FREE) hosted by Netra Ms Already Babin More info here

THE SECRET GROUP

- 8:00 PM - $2 Bill Comedy Show ($2) This weekly showcase only costs $2! Features $2 tecates, $5 tequila, and all day happy hour! More info here

- 10:00 PM - 10 Minute Open Mic (FREE) Local comics clamor to try more than 5 minutes on stage. The host, Will Loden, selects only the deserving. More info here

DARWIN'S PUB & EATERY

- 9:30 PM - Comedy Open Mic (FREE) Sign up at 9pm and show at 9:30pm. Hosted by Matt Rogers.

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THURSDAY, 8/12

THE SECRET GROUP

- 9:30 PM - The Back of the Bus Open Mic (FREE) One of Houston's favorite open mics is back! More info here

RUDYARD'S

- 7:30 PM - Comics You Should Know ($8) A standup comedy showcase where you get to know some of the funniest comedians coming up in the Texas comedy scene. This show features Houston Favorites Nick Palermo, John Wessling, Drew Holloway, Emil Kettle, and Josh Stokes! More info here

- 10:00 PM - "The Hot Seat" Game Show ($7) Part standup comedy, part gameshow and a whole lot of fun. Hosted by three award-winning comedians Grady Pruitt, Tre Tutson and Victor Tran, matched with three comedians to put on one unforgettable night of laughter. More info here

MY BAR

- 8:00 PM - Pure Comedy/Karaoke Showcase (FREE w/RSVP) Weekly Show produced by Rich Williams. More info here

OLD CITY PUB

- 8:00 PM - Open Mic (FREE) Hosted by Royce Moore

THE BRASS TAP

- 8:00 PM - Laughs & Liquor Comedy Show (FREE) Jeff Joe runs this nice open mic in the large open air room at Brass Tap on Holman. Also they have $1 wings! More info here

SAWYER PARK ICEHOUSE

- 8:00 PM - Donnie Baker Live ($20) Presented by TX Racs. Featuring Jesse Peyton More info here

AVANT GARDEN

- 9:15 PM - (Upstairs) Goddammit! A Delta-Varied Comedy Show! ($5) is one of Houston's best comedy showcases. Drinks are irresponsibly cheap and the taco truck that's on the property is world-class. Every week, the show features some of the best comics in Houston, as well as frequent drop-ins from out-of-towners and famous comedians. Doors at 8, show starts at 9 (usually 9:30, realistically). More info here

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FRIDAY, 8/13

NIKOZ FUSION GRILL

- 7:00 PM - OPEN MIC - Hosted by Terrance McPeters down in Sugarland

RUDYARD'S

- 8:00 PM - Giancarmo Soresi ($15) Gianmarco’s stand up has been featured on Netflix’s Bonding, PBS’ Stories from the Stage, SeeSo’s New York’s Funniest, Real Housewives of New York, NY1, New York LIVE, Vanity Fair, George Takei presents and he was the winner of Amazon’s Comics Watching Comics Season 8. More info here

PHIL & DEREK'S

- 8:00 PM - Speakeasy Comedy Lounge ($20-25) All D. Freeman has produced a fantastic room at Phil & Derek's. More info here

- 10:00 PM - Speakeasy Comedy Lounge ($20-25) All D. Freeman has produced a fantastic room at Phil & Derek's. More info here

THE SECRET GROUP

- 8:00 PM - (Patio) Bad Idea! (Pay what you can) It's a show on the upstairs patio in a city where it rains often. It's a bad idea! More info here

- 8:00 PM - (Box) The Best of TSG ($5-10) Catch some great local comedy in The Box! More info here

- 10:00 PM - (Box) The Best of TSG ($5-10) Catch some great local comedy in The Box! More info here

- 11:59 PM - (Box) Midnight in the Box (FREE) Doug Dalton hosts this late night comedy showcase More info here

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SATURDAY, 8/14

PHIL & DEREK'S

- 7:00 PM - Speakeasy Comedy Lounge ($20-25) All D. Freeman has produced a fantastic room at Phil & Derek's. More info here

- 9:00 PM - Speakeasy Comedy Lounge ($20-25) All D. Freeman has produced a fantastic room at Phil & Derek's. More info here

RUDYARD'S

- 7:30 PM & 10 PM - Giancarmo Soresi ($15) Gianmarco’s stand up has been featured on Netflix’s Bonding, PBS’ Stories from the Stage, SeeSo’s New York’s Funniest, Real Housewives of New York, NY1, New York LIVE, Vanity Fair, George Takei presents and he was the winner of Amazon’s Comics Watching Comics Season 8. More info here

THE SECRET GROUP

- 10:00 PM - (Box) The Best of TSG ($5-10) Catch some great local comedy in The Box! More info here

- 11:30 PM - (Box) Speedball 3 Minute Comedy Open Mic (FREE) Houston's fastest, latest, craziest open mic. More info here

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SUNDAY, 8/15

THE SECRET GROUP

- 6:00 PM - (Box) 8th Wonder Comedy Hour ($5-10) Weekly comedy show where the premium ticket gets you a pint glass and an 8th wonder beer! More info here

- 8:00 PM - (Box) TSG Open Mic (FREE) It's our weekly Sunday open mic More info here

LIBERTY STATION

- 8:00 PM - Open Mic (FREE) 7 minute open mic hosted by Victor Ramos

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MONDAY, 8/16

AXELRAD

- 8:00 PM - Punchline Mondays (FREE) Wonderful weekly comedy show! Jeff Joe hosts and puts together a stellar lineup each week for a show upstairs at Axelrad. More info here

RUDYARD'S

- 8:00 PM - Open Mic (FREE) One of the best comedy open mics in the country happens every Monday at Rudyard's. They've got low ceilings, excellent pub food, and a full bar, making it feel like an old school comedy club (minus drink minimums), plus, the lineup is curated by Houston's comedy queen, Dusti Rhodes!

PJ'S SPORTS BAR

- 8:00 PM - Open Mic (FREE) Weekly open mic upstairs at PJ's presented by Cutthroat Comedy.

EL PUEBLITO PATIO

- 8:00 PM - Open Mic (FREE) The patio at El Pueblito on Richmond has a lovely outdoor open mic.

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NOTABLE SHOWS MORE THAN A WEEK OUT

8/17 Nick Thune

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If I've forgotten anything, please message me or leave a comment, and I'll take care of it.

Houston has a great local comedy scene. I'll list what I know about here. Let me know if I missed anything. I focus on standup shows, but there are plenty great improvisational comedy shows to catch at Station Theater and Comedy Sportz.

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WEDNESDAY, 8/4

THE HOUSTON IMPROV

- 7:30 PM - Zahid Dewji & Friends ($20 for 2) Local favorite headlines his favorite local club. He is a delight and you should check him out! More info here

PHIL & DEREK'S

- 8:00 PM - Speakeasy Comedy Lounge Open Mic (FREE) hosted by Netra Ms Already Babin More info here

THE SECRET GROUP

- 8:00 PM - $2 Bill Comedy Show ($2) This weekly showcase only costs $2! Features $2 tecates, $5 tequila, and all day happy hour! More info here

- 10:00 PM - 10 Minute Open Mic (FREE) Local comics clamor to try more than 5 minutes on stage. The host, Will Loden, selects only the deserving. More info here

DARWIN'S PUB & EATERY

- 9:30 PM - Comedy Open Mic (FREE) Sign up at 9pm and show at 9:30pm. Hosted by Matt Rogers.

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THURSDAY, 8/5

THE SECRET GROUP

- 8:00 PM - Draughts & Laughs ($5-12) Monthly comedy showcase where $12 gets you a branded pint glass, 2 beers from the featured brewery, and a comedy show. This month features Klaus Brewing! More info here

- 9:30 PM - The Back of the Bus Open Mic (FREE) One of Houston's favorite open mics is back! More info here

RUDYARD'S

- 7:30 PM - Live Laugh Love ($7) Come see the monthly tradition of "Live Laugh Love" at The Riot! A unique date night, therapy to get over a breakup, or just a fun time with friends, this show is a great time for everyone! Featuring standup comedy from some of Houston's funniest comedians on dating and relationships! Plus, have your relationship questions answered by comics during the comics panel. More info here

- 10:00 PM - American AF2: WW3 ($7) American AF is a monthly comedy competition that pits some of the best local comedians against each other, with the audience voting their favorite to win The Riot's championship belt. Come celebrate America with Patrick Eady and his hand-selected showcase of comedians that includes military veterans and other proud Americans! More info here

MY BAR

- 8:00 PM - Pure Comedy/Karaoke Showcase (FREE w/RSVP) Weekly Show produced by Rich Williams. More info here

OLD CITY PUB

- 8:00 PM - Open Mic (FREE) Hosted by Royce Moore

THE BRASS TAP

- 8:00 PM - Laughs & Liquor Comedy Show (FREE) Jeff Joe runs this nice open mic in the large open air room at Brass Tap on Holman. Also they have $1 wings! More info here

SAWYER PARK ICEHOUSE

- 8:00 PM - Donnie Baker Live ($20) Presented by TX Racs. Featuring Jesse Peyton More info here

AVANT GARDEN

- 9:15 PM - (Upstairs) Goddammit! A Delta-Varied Comedy Show! ($5) is one of Houston's best comedy showcases. Drinks are irresponsibly cheap and the taco truck that's on the property is world-class. Every week, the show features some of the best comics in Houston, as well as frequent drop-ins from out-of-towners and famous comedians. Doors at 8, show starts at 9 (usually 9:30, realistically). More info here

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FRIDAY, 8/6

NIKOZ FUSION GRILL

- 7:00 PM - OPEN MIC - Hosted by Terrance McPeters down in Sugarland

RUDYARD'S

- 7:30 & 10:00 PM - Off Script ($10) Come see the unique comedy experience "Off Script," where the audience is encouraged to speak to the comics during their sets! Talk to your host Arielle Isaac Norman along with a featured lineup including Mikey Swenson, Heather Keith, Radu Bondar and Tre Tutson. More info here

PHIL & DEREK'S

- 8:00 PM - Speakeasy Comedy Lounge ($20-25) All D. Freeman has produced a fantastic room at Phil & Derek's. More info here

- 10:00 PM - Speakeasy Comedy Lounge ($20-25) All D. Freeman has produced a fantastic room at Phil & Derek's. More info here

THE SECRET GROUP

- 10:00 PM - (showroom) One off Pun Off #6 ($5-10) It's a single elimination pun tournament. Yes, really. More info here

- 10:00 PM - (Box) The Best of TSG ($5-10) Catch some great local comedy in The Box! More info here

- 11:59 PM - (Box) Midnight in the Box (FREE) Doug Dalton hosts this late night comedy showcase More info here

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SATURDAY, 8/7

PHIL & DEREK'S

- 7:00 PM - Speakeasy Comedy Lounge ($20-25) All D. Freeman has produced a fantastic room at Phil & Derek's. More info here

- 9:00 PM - Speakeasy Comedy Lounge ($20-25) All D. Freeman has produced a fantastic room at Phil & Derek's. More info here

RUDYARD'S

- 7:30 PM & 10 PM - Greg Warren ($17) Greg Warren is a nationally touring headliner and has been featured on Late Night with Seth Meyers, Last Comic Standing, Comedy Central Presents, The Late Late Show pm CBS, BET and CMT. More info here

THE SECRET GROUP

- 8:00 PM - (Box) Wheelhouse: Stand Up Comedy Gameshow ($5-10) Hosted by Dusti Rhodes, this show is a local favorite. More info here

- 10:00 PM - (Box) The Best of TSG ($5-10) Catch some great local comedy in The Box! More info here

- 11:30 PM - (Box) Speedball 3 Minute Comedy Open Mic (FREE) Houston's fastest, latest, craziest open mic. More info here

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SUNDAY, 8/8

RUDYARD'S

- 1:00 PM - Hot Brunch Comedy & Drag Show ($10) Hot Brunch is a Drag Brunch Comedy Experience like no other in the city. Dusti Rhodes, Kate Vance, Grace Kirk & Corlis DeLauren have come together to bring you Houston's best comedians and drag queens for a breakfast that will kiss your hangover goodbye! More info here

- 8:00 PM - You Look Like Roast Contest ($10) The Riot presents "You Look Like," a new monthly Sunday show featuring comedians going head to head in roast battles, while the audience decides who is the The Riot's roast champion. More info here

THE SECRET GROUP

- 6:00 PM - 8th Wonder Comedy Hour ($5-10) Weekly comedy show where the premium ticket gets you a pint glass and an 8th wonder beer! More info here

- 8:00 PM - TSG Open Mic (FREE) It's our weekly Sunday open mic More info here

LIBERTY STATION

- 8:00 PM - Chill, Bruh! Comedy Show (FREE) Chill, Bruh is a weekly Sunday comedy show that will exhibit some of best comics around. It’ll be every Sunday at liberty Station (2101 Washington Ave), doors at 7pm and the show will start at 8pm and it’s pay what you can! This is one of the coolest shows in Houston. Hosted by Joe Esquivel. More info here

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MONDAY, 8/9

AXELRAD

- 8:00 PM - Punchline Mondays (FREE) Wonderful weekly comedy show! Jeff Joe hosts and puts together a stellar lineup each week for a show upstairs at Axelrad. More info here

RUDYARD'S

- 8:00 PM - Open Mic (FREE) One of the best comedy open mics in the country happens every Monday at Rudyard's. They've got low ceilings, excellent pub food, and a full bar, making it feel like an old school comedy club (minus drink minimums), plus, the lineup is curated by Houston's comedy queen, Dusti Rhodes! More info here

PJ'S SPORTS BAR

- 8:00 PM - Open Mic (FREE) Weekly open mic upstairs at PJ's presented by Cutthroat Comedy.

EL PUEBLITO PATIO

- 8:00 PM - Open Mic (FREE) The patio at El Pueblito on Richmond has a lovely outdoor open mic.

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TUESDAY 8/10

JIVE BAR

- 8:00 PM - OPEN MIC (FREE) Jive Bar open mic

DAN ELECTRO'S

- 8:00 PM - OPEN MIC (FREE) Dan Electro's open mic

THE SECRET GROUP

- 8:00 PM - Tuesday Gigante (Pay what you can) Bi-weekly showcase featuring Houston's funniest Hispanic comedians. Hosted by Jesse Saldana. More info here

- 10:00 PM - Trash Flavored Trash (FREE) Andrew Youngblood and Zahid Dewji host this raucous weekly show where wells are only $2. More info here

- 11:59 PM - Pass the Mic Open Mic (FREE) The energy from Trash Flavored Trash at 10 continues along with the cheap wells as open micers grace the stage. More info here

CARRINGTON'S

- 8:30 PM - Tuesday Night Comedy & Cocktails at Carringtons (FREE) Sign up at 7:45 for this weekly open mic going 4.5 years strong! More info here ​

NOTABLE SHOWS MORE THAN A WEEK OUT

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If I've forgotten anything, please message me or leave a comment, and I'll take care of it.

Houston has a great local comedy scene. I'll list what I know about here. Let me know if I missed anything. I focus on standup shows, but there are plenty great improvisational comedy shows to catch at Station Theater and Comedy Sportz.

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WEDNESDAY, 7/28

PHIL & DEREK'S

- 8:00 PM - Speakeasy Comedy Lounge Open Mic (FREE) hosted by Netra Ms Already Babin More info here

THE SECRET GROUP

- 8:00 PM - $2 Bill Comedy Show ($2) This weekly showcase only costs $2! Features $2 tecates, $5 tequila, and all day happy hour! More info here

- 10:00 PM - 10 Minute Open Mic (FREE) Local comics clamor to try more than 5 minutes on stage. The host, Will Loden, selects only the deserving. More info here

DARWIN'S PUB & EATERY

- 9:30 PM - Comedy Open Mic (FREE) Sign up at 9pm and show at 9:30pm. Hosted by Matt Rogers.

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THURSDAY, 7/29

ONLINE

- 6:00 PM - Bob Biggerstaff ($10+) Laugh in the safety and comfort of your own home to the hilarious Bob Biggerstaff. Plus Tommy Drake and Son Tran. More info here

THE SECRET GROUP

- 9:30 PM - The Back of the Bus Open Mic (FREE) One of Houston's favorite open mics is back! More info here

RUDYARD'S

- 8:00 PM - The Riot Presents "Chicken & Tacos" ($10) The hilarious Jessi Saldana & Jeff Joe bring their show to Rudyard's More info here

MY BAR

- 8:00 PM - Pure Comedy/Karaoke Showcase (FREE w/RSVP) Weekly Show produced by Rich Williams. More info here

OLD CITY PUB

- 8:00 PM - Open Mic (FREE) Hosted by Royce Moore

THE BRASS TAP

- 8:00 PM - Laughs & Liquor Comedy Show (FREE) Jeff Joe runs this nice open mic in the large open air room at Brass Tap on Holman. Also they have $1 wings! More info here

AVANT GARDEN

- 9:15 PM - (Upstairs) Goddammit! A Delta-Varied Comedy Show! ($5) is one of Houston's best comedy showcases. Drinks are irresponsibly cheap and the taco truck that's on the property is world-class. Every week, the show features some of the best comics in Houston, as well as frequent drop-ins from out-of-towners and famous comedians. Doors at 8, show starts at 9 (usually 9:30, realistically). More info here

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FRIDAY, 7/30

NIKOZ FUSION GRILL

- 7:00 PM - OPEN MIC - Hosted by Terrance McPeters down in Sugarland

RUDYARD'S

- 7:30 PM - The O.G.'s of Houston Comedy Showcase ($15) Including: Andy Huggins (America’s Got Tallent) Rob Mungle (Whiskey Brothers), Bob Biggerstaff (Comedy Central, NBC), Jennifer Jermany (Teachers Only Tour), Neal Rosen, and special guest John Wessling. More info here

- 10:00 PM - "Uncomfortable Truths" Comedy Showcase ($10) Hosted by Netra MsAlready (Laugh Factory, Zanies) Featuring: Lulu Jackson, Jennifer Jermany (Teachers Only Tour), Brandy Adams (Teachers Only Tour) and Tressa Eleby (OWN NETWORK) More info here

PHIL & DEREK'S

- 8:00 PM - Speakeasy Comedy Lounge ($20-25) All D. Freeman has produced a fantastic room at Phil & Derek's. More info here

- 10:00 PM - Speakeasy Comedy Lounge ($20-25) All D. Freeman has produced a fantastic room at Phil & Derek's. More info here

THE SECRET GROUP

- 8:00 PM - (showroom) The Shocker ($15-20) Jesse Peyton and Ben Daniel bring their no-holds barred offensive comedy to the big stage More info here

- 8:00 PM - (Box) Doug Mellard ($10) Doug is a Los Angeles-based American stand-up comedian originally from Texas. He is known for his appearances on Last Comic Standing, Live at Gotham, and his work with comedian Doug Benson and Tom Segura. The Austin American-Statesman called him "a high-energy crowd destroyer." More info here

- 10:00 PM - (Box) The Best of TSG ($5-10) Catch some great local comedy in The Box! More info here

- 11:59 PM - (Box) Midnight in the Box (FREE) Doug Dalton hosts this late night comedy showcase More info here

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SATURDAY, 7/31

PHIL & DEREK'S

- 7:00 PM - Speakeasy Comedy Lounge ($20-25) All D. Freeman has produced a fantastic room at Phil & Derek's. More info here

- 9:00 PM - Speakeasy Comedy Lounge ($20-25) All D. Freeman has produced a fantastic room at Phil & Derek's. More info here

RUDYARD'S

- 7:30 PM & 10 PM - Greg Warren ($17) Greg Warren is a nationally touring headliner and has been featured on Late Night with Seth Meyers, Last Comic Standing, Comedy Central Presents, The Late Late Show pm CBS, BET and CMT. More info here

THE SECRET GROUP

- 8:00 PM - (Box) The Best of TSG ($5-10) Catch some great local comedy in The Box! More info here

- 10:00 PM - (Box) The Best of TSG ($5-10) Catch some great local comedy in The Box! More info here

- 11:30 PM - (Box) Speedball 3 Minute Comedy Open Mic (FREE) Houston's fastest, latest, craziest open mic. [More info here]https://www.eventbrite.com/e/160052125215)

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SUNDAY, 8/1

THE SECRET GROUP

- 6:00 PM - 8th Wonder Comedy Hour ($5-10) Weekly comedy show where the premium ticket gets you a pint glass and an 8th wonder beer! More info here

- 8:00 PM - TSG Open Mic (FREE) It's our weekly Sunday open mic More info here

LIBERTY STATION

- 8:00 PM - Chill, Bruh! Comedy Show (FREE) Chill, Bruh is a weekly Sunday comedy show that will exhibit some of best comics around. It’ll be every Sunday at liberty Station (2101 Washington Ave), doors at 7pm and the show will start at 8pm and it’s pay what you can! This is one of the coolest shows in Houston. Hosted by Joe Esquivel. More info here

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MONDAY, 8/2

AXELRAD

- 8:00 PM - Punchline Mondays (FREE) Wonderful weekly comedy show! Jeff Joe hosts and puts together a stellar lineup each week for a show upstairs at Axelrad. More info here

RUDYARD'S

- 8:00 PM - Open Mic (FREE) One of the best comedy open mics in the country happens every Monday at Rudyard's. They've got low ceilings, excellent pub food, and a full bar, making it feel like an old school comedy club (minus drink minimums), plus, the lineup is curated by Houston's comedy queen, Dusti Rhodes! More info here

PJ'S SPORTS BAR

- 8:00 PM - Open Mic (FREE) Weekly open mic upstairs at PJ's presented by Cutthroat Comedy.

EL PUEBLITO PATIO

- 8:00 PM - Open Mic (FREE) The patio at El Pueblito on Richmond has a lovely outdoor open mic.

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TUESDAY 8/3

JIVE BAR

- 8:00 PM - OPEN MIC (FREE) Jive Bar open mic

DAN ELECTRO'S

- 8:00 PM - OPEN MIC (FREE) Dan Electro's open mic

THE SECRET GROUP

- 8:00 PM - Comedy Bath House (Pay what you can) Bi-weekly LGBTQ-friendly showcase featuring gays, probable gays, and people we wish were gay. Hosted by Bob Morrissey, Drew Hollway and Jamal Rahal. More info here

- 10:00 PM - Trash Flavored Trash (FREE) Andrew Youngblood and Zahid Dewji host this raucous weekly show where wells are only $2. More info here

- 11:59 PM - Pass the Mic Open Mic (FREE) The energy from Trash Flavored Trash at 10 continues along with the cheap wells as open micers grace the stage. More info here

CARRINGTON'S

- 8:30 PM - Tuesday Night Comedy & Cocktails at Carringtons (FREE) Sign up at 7:45 for this weekly open mic going 4.5 years strong! More info here

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NOTABLE SHOWS MORE THAN A WEEK OUT

Zahid Dewji & Friends 8/4

Draughts & Laughs 8/5

Kurt Braunohler 8/6

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If I've forgotten anything, please message me or leave a comment, and I'll take care of it.

Houston has a great local comedy scene. I'll list what I know about here. Let me know if I missed anything. I focus on standup shows, but there are plenty great improvisational comedy shows to catch at Station Theater and Comedy Sportz.

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TUESDAY 7/20

JIVE BAR

- 8:00 PM - OPEN MIC (FREE) Jive Bar open mic

DAN ELECTRO'S

- 8:00 PM - OPEN MIC (FREE) Dan Electro's open mic

THE SECRET GROUP

- 8:00 PM - Comedy Bath House (Pay what you can) Bi-weekly LGBTQ-friendly showcase featuring gays, probable gays, and people we wish were gay. Hosted by Bob Morrissey, Drew Hollway and Jamal Rahal. More info here

- 10:00 PM - Trash Flavored Trash (FREE) Andrew Youngblood and Zahid Dewji host this raucous weekly show where wells are only $2. More info here

- 11:59 PM - Pass the Mic Open Mic (FREE) The energy from Trash Flavored Trash at 10 continues along with the cheap wells as open micers grace the stage. More info here

CARRINGTON'S

- 8:30 PM - Tuesday Night Comedy & Cocktails at Carringtons (FREE) Sign up at 7:45 for this weekly open mic going 4.5 years strong! More info here

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WEDNESDAY, 7/21

PHIL & DEREK'S

- 8:00 PM - Speakeasy Comedy Lounge Open Mic (FREE)

THE SECRET GROUP

- 8:00 PM - $2 Bill Comedy Show ($2) This weekly showcase only costs $2! Features $2 tecates, $5 tequila, and all day happy hour! More info here

- 10:00 PM - 10 Minute Open Mic (FREE) Local comics clamor to try more than 5 minutes on stage. The host, Will Loden, selects only the deserving. More info here

DARWIN'S PUB & EATERY

- 9:30 PM - Comedy Open Mic (FREE) Sign up at 9pm and show at 9:30pm. Hosted by Matt Rogers.

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THURSDAY, 7/22

THE SECRET GROUP

- 7:00 PM - Pauly Shore ($20-25) This time slot will sell out shortly, check the other below. More info here

- 9:30 PM Pauly Shore ($20-25) Pauly Shore tasted super-stardom in 1990 when his precedent-setting MTV show "Totally Pauly" hit the airwaves to major fan approval. The show ran for six years, leading him to numerous TV and film roles, including the one-hour HBO TV special, “Pauly Does Dallas” and starring in films like "Jury Duty," "In the Army Now," "Bio Dome," and those that are currently trending on Netflix, “Encino Man,” “Son In Law,” and “The Goofy Movie.” More info here

- 9:30 PM - (The Box) The Back of the Bus Open Mic (FREE) One of Houston's favorite open mics is back! More info here

RUDYARD'S

- 7:30 PM - The Riot Presents Rideshare Confessions ($7) A really fun standup comedy concept put on by The Riot Comedy show featuring the best Storyteller Comedians in Space City including Adam Radliff, Chris Riddle, and more! More info here

- 10:00 PM - The Riot Presents Quick Fix! ($5-8) Very funny Houston Comedians Enrique Chacón and Joe Esquivel host this high-energy standup comedy showcase featuring the funniest hand-picked comedians including Josh Stokes, Jessi Saldaña, Matt Rogers, Antonio Aguilar and more! More info here

MY BAR

- 8:00 PM - Pure Comedy/Karaoke Showcase (FREE w/RSVP) Weekly Show produced by Rich Williams. More info here

OLD CITY PUB

- 8:00 PM - Open Mic (FREE) Hosted by Royce Moore

THE BRASS TAP

- 8:00 PM - Laughs & Liquor Comedy Show (FREE) Jeff Joe runs this nice open mic in the large open air room at Brass Tap on Holman. Also they have $1 wings! More info here

AVANT GARDEN

- 9:15 PM - (Upstairs) GODDAMMIT! (FREE) is one of Houston's best comedy showcases. Drinks are irresponsibly cheap, it's free (unless you feel like donating), and the taco truck that's on the property is world-class. Every week, the show features some of the best comics in Houston, as well as frequent drop-ins from out-of-towners and famous comedians. Doors at 8, show starts at 9 (usually 9:30, realistically).

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FRIDAY, 7/23

NIKOZ FUSION GRILL

- 7:00 PM - OPEN MIC - Hosted by Terrance McPeters down in Sugarland

RUDYARD'S

- 7:30 PM - Nore Davis ($15) A fun date, night out with friends, or to just get out and meet new people The Riot Comedy Show welcomes visiting comedian from New York, Nore Davis. More info here

PHIL & DEREK'S

- 8:00 PM - Speakeasy Comedy Lounge ($20-25) All D. Freeman has produced a fantastic room at Phil & Derek's. More info here

- 10:00 PM - Speakeasy Comedy Lounge ($20-25) All D. Freeman has produced a fantastic room at Phil & Derek's. More info here

THE SECRET GROUP

- 8:00 PM - (showroom) Real Divas ain't Fake: Comedy Show ($35) Feat. Daphnique Springs, Dominique & Ms. Pretty Ricki More info here

- 8:00 PM - (Box) Four 20's ($8-10) Reed Marshal Becker hosts his monthly showcase where each of 4 comics get to do a whole 20 minute set. More info here

- 10:00 PM - (Box) The Best of TSG ($5-10) Catch some great local comedy in The Box! More info here

- 11:59 PM - (Box) Midnight in the Box (FREE) Doug Dalton hosts this late night comedy showcase More info here

SABLE GATE WINERY

- 9:00 PM - Laughs with Jeff Joe ($15) Come enjoy an intimate night of laughs with rising star comedian Jeff Joe and his All-Star comedy lineup! This months show will feature Dusti Rhodes, Caleb Gordon & Kenji Alonzo! More info here

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SATURDAY, 7/24

PHIL & DEREK'S

- 7:00 PM - Speakeasy Comedy Lounge ($20-25) All D. Freeman has produced a fantastic room at Phil & Derek's. More info here

- 9:00 PM - Speakeasy Comedy Lounge ($20-25) All D. Freeman has produced a fantastic room at Phil & Derek's. More info here

RUDYARD'S

- 7:30 PM - Nore Davis ($15) A fun date, night out with friends, or to just get out and meet new people The Riot Comedy Show welcomes visiting comedian from New York, Nore Davis. More info here

- 10:00 PM - Nore Davis ($15) A fun date, night out with friends, or to just get out and meet new people The Riot Comedy Show welcomes visiting comedian from New York, Nore Davis. More info here

PJ'S SPORTS BAR

- 8:00 PM - Degenerate Disco 2 (Pay what you can) Let your freak flag fly at this live comedy and music event. Tucked in the upstairs of PJ’s sports bar some of Houston’s wildest entertainers let loose on stage to bring you a one of a kind comedy show. At a low price of pay what you can, you can’t afford to miss this show. More info here

THE SECRET GROUP

- 8:00 PM - (showroom) Lady Bits: Houston's Funniest Women! ($7-12) Hosted by Tressa Eleby as seen on "Ready to Love" on OWN. Featuring Corlis DeLauren, Stacy Anderson, Brandy Adams & Jennifer Jermany! More info here

- 8:00 PM - (Box) Doug Dalton's Traveling All-Stars ($10) ”Traveling All-Stars” will feature Doug Daltons high-energy hosting style and will be highlighted by comedians from around the state and country! More info here

- 10:00 PM - (Box) The Best of TSG ($5-10) Catch some great local comedy in The Box! More info here

- 11:30 PM - (Box) Speedball 3 Minute Comedy Open Mic (FREE) Houston's fastest, latest, craziest open mic. More info here

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SUNDAY, 7/25

THE SECRET GROUP

- 6:00 PM - 8th Wonder Comedy Hour ($5-10) Weekly comedy show where the premium ticket gets you a pint glass and an 8th wonder beer! More info here

- 8:00 PM - TSG Open Mic (FREE) It's our weekly Sunday open mic More info here

RUDYARD'S

- 7:30 PM & 9:30 PM - K-Von ($20-50) K-von is the most patriotic Half-Persian comedian in the world. Millions have seen his appearances on NETFLIX, NBC's ‘Last Comic Standing’, Dry Bar Comedy, and his TEDxTalk. K-von’s style is versatile yet relatable with storytelling and high-energy performances about a variety of mainstream topics. More info here

LIBERTY STATION

- 8:00 PM - Chill, Bruh! Comedy Show (FREE) Chill, Bruh is a weekly Sunday comedy show that will exhibit some of best comics around. It’ll be every Sunday at liberty Station (2101 Washington Ave), doors at 7pm and the show will start at 8pm and it’s pay what you can! This is one of the coolest shows in Houston. Hosted by Joe Esquivel. More info here

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MONDAY, 7/26

AXELRAD

- 8:00 PM - Punchline Mondays (FREE) Wonderful weekly comedy show! Jeff Joe hosts and puts together a stellar lineup each week for a show upstairs at Axelrad. More info here

RUDYARD'S

- 8:00 PM - Open Mic (FREE) One of the best comedy open mics in the country happens every Monday at Rudyard's. They've got low ceilings, excellent pub food, and a full bar, making it feel like an old school comedy club (minus drink minimums), plus, the lineup is curated by Houston's comedy queen, Dusti Rhodes! More info here

PJ'S SPORTS BAR

- 8:00 PM - Open Mic (FREE) Weekly open mic upstairs at PJ's presented by Cutthroat Comedy.

EL PUEBLITO PATIO

- 8:00 PM - Open Mic (FREE) The patio at El Pueblito on Richmond has a lovely outdoor open mic.

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NOTABLE SHOWS MORE THAN A WEEK OUT

Doug Mellard 7/30

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If I've forgotten anything, please message me or leave a comment, and I'll take care of it.

Houston has a great local comedy scene. I'll list what I know about here. Let me know if I missed anything. I focus on standup shows, but there are plenty great improvisational comedy shows to catch at Station Theater and Comedy Sportz.

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MONDAY, 7/12

AXELRAD

- 8:00 PM - Punchline Mondays (FREE) Wonderful weekly comedy show! Jeff Joe hosts and puts together a stellar lineup each week for a show upstairs at Axelrad. More info here

RUDYARD'S

- 8:00 PM - Open Mic (FREE) One of the best comedy open mics in the country happens every Monday at Rudyard's. They've got low ceilings, excellent pub food, and a full bar, making it feel like an old school comedy club (minus drink minimums), plus, the lineup is curated by Houston's comedy queen, Dusti Rhodes! More info here

PJ'S SPORTS BAR

- 8:00 PM - Open Mic (FREE) Weekly open mic upstairs at PJ's presented by Cutthroat Comedy.

EL PUEBLITO PATIO

- 8:00 PM - Open Mic (FREE) The patio at El Pueblito on Richmond has a lovely outdoor open mic.

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TUESDAY 7/13

JIVE BAR

- 8:00 PM - OPEN MIC (FREE) Jive Bar open mic

DAN ELECTRO'S

- 8:00 PM - OPEN MIC (FREE) Dan Electro's open mic

THE SECRET GROUP

- 8:00 PM - Tuesday Gigante (Pay what you can) Bi-weekly showcase of Houston's funniest Hipsanic comics. Hosted by Jessi Saldana. More info here

- 10:00 PM - Trash Flavored Trash (FREE) Andrew Youngblood and Zahid Dewji host this raucous weekly show where wells are only $2. More info here

- 11:59 PM - Pass the Mic Open Mic (FREE) The energy from Trash Flavored Trash at 10 continues along with the cheap wells as open micers grace the stage. More info here

CARRINGTON'S

- 8:30 PM - Tuesday Night Comedy & Cocktails at Carringtons (FREE) Sign up at 7:45 for this weekly open mic going 4.5 years strong! More info here

PENNY WHISTLE PUB

- 9:00 PM - Lucky Charms Comedy (FREE) Get to know some of the funniest standup comedians coming up in the Texas comedy scene including Houston favorites Zahid Dewji, from the Come & Take it Comedy Festival Dusti Rhodes and Josh Stokes plus Jack Timmons More info here

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WEDNESDAY, 7/14

PHIL & DEREK'S

- 8:00 PM - Speakeasy Comedy Lounge Open Mic (FREE)

THE SECRET GROUP

- 8:00 PM - $2 Bill Comedy Show ($2) This weekly showcase only costs $2! Features $2 tecates, $5 tequila, and all day happy hour! More info here

- 10:00 PM - 10 Minute Open Mic (FREE) Local comics clamor to try more than 5 minutes on stage. The host, Will Loden, selects only the deserving. More info here

DARWIN'S PUB & EATERY

- 9:30 PM - Comedy Open Mic (FREE) Sign up at 9pm and show at 9:30pm. Hosted by Matt Rogers.

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THURSDAY, 7/15

RUDYARD'S

- 7:30 PM - The Riot Presents The Interruption with Tre Tutson ($8) One the most unique comedy experiences you'll see in Houston! "The Interruption" has a hand-selected lineup of hilarious comedians that have agreed to be interrupted in the middle of their performance by none other than Tre Tutson. More info here

- 10:00 PM - The Riot Presents The Unusual Suspects ($10) This special standup comedy showcase features 5 new comics and a surprise host & headliner! More info here

THE HOUSTON IMPROV

- 8:00 PM - Houston's Funniest ($10) Bob Biggerstaff, Dezz White, Ben Jackson & Andy Huggins More info here

MY BAR

- 8:00 PM - Pure Comedy/Karaoke Showcase (FREE w/RSVP) Weekly Show produced by Rich Williams. More info here

OLD CITY PUB

- 8:00 PM - Open Mic (FREE) Hosted by Royce Moore

THE BRASS TAP

- 8:00 PM - Laughs & Liquor Comedy Show (FREE) Jeff Joe runs this nice open mic in the large open air room at Brass Tap on Holman. Also they have $1 wings! More info here

AVANT GARDEN

- 9:15 PM - (Upstairs) GODDAMMIT! (FREE) is one of Houston's best comedy showcases. Drinks are irresponsibly cheap, it's free (unless you feel like donating), and the taco truck that's on the property is world-class. Every week, the show features some of the best comics in Houston, as well as frequent drop-ins from out-of-towners and famous comedians. Doors at 8, show starts at 9 (usually 9:30, realistically).

THE SECRET GROUP

- 9:30 PM - The Back of the Bus Open Mic (FREE) One of Houston's favorite open mics is back! More info here

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FRIDAY, 7/16

NIKOZ FUSION GRILL

- 7:00 PM - OPEN MIC - Hosted by Terrance McPeters down in Sugarland

RUDYARD'S

- 8:00 PM - Doug Mellard ($10) Presented by Filth! Doug Mellard is a Los Angeles-based American stand-up comedian originally from Texas. He is known for his appearances on Last Comic Standing, Live at Gotham, and his work with comedian Doug Benson and Tom Segura. More info here

PHIL & DEREK'S

- 8:00 PM - Speakeasy Comedy Lounge ($20-25) All D. Freeman has produced a fantastic room at Phil & Derek's. More info here

- 10:00 PM - Speakeasy Comedy Lounge ($20-25) All D. Freeman has produced a fantastic room at Phil & Derek's. More info here

THE SECRET GROUP

- 8:00 PM - (Upstairs Patio) Bad Idea (Pay what you can) It's a bad idea to have an outdoor show in the summer in Houston. Zahid Dewji doesn't care. Also might feature free pizza? IDK More info here

- 8:00 PM - (Box) The Best of TSG ($5-10) Catch some great local comedy in The Box! More info here

- 10:00 PM - (Box) The Best of TSG ($5-10) Catch some great local comedy in The Box! More info here

- 11:59 PM - (Box) Midnight in the Box (FREE) Doug Dalton hosts this late night comedy showcase More info here

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SATURDAY, 7/17

REC ROOM

- 7:00 PM - Monster Movie Mockery! (FREE) Join us for Monster Movie Mockery with JT Habersaat and English Matt! More info here

PHIL & DEREK'S

- 7:00 PM - Speakeasy Comedy Lounge ($20-25) All D. Freeman has produced a fantastic room at Phil & Derek's. More info here

- 9:00 PM - Speakeasy Comedy Lounge ($20-25) All D. Freeman has produced a fantastic room at Phil & Derek's. More info here

THE SECRET GROUP

- 8:00 PM - (Box) Ashton Womack ($8-12) Houston's own Ashton Womack returns! He writes for The Daily Show now and we're so proud. More info here

- 10:00 PM - (Box) The Best of TSG ($5-10) Catch some great local comedy in The Box! More info here

- 11:30 PM - (Box) Late Night Hang with Daniel Van Kirk ($10) Daniel Van Kirk’s comedy brings people together. If you’ve seen him live, it’s no wonder that he was named a “Comic To Watch” by Comedy Central. On stage, Daniel captivates audiences with an energy and connection that creates honesty, sincerity, and laughter, giving comedy fans hilarious memories that stay with them long after the show has ended. More info here

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SUNDAY, 7/18

THE SECRET GROUP

- 6:00 PM - 8th Wonder Comedy Hour ($5-10) Weekly comedy show where the premium ticket gets you a pint glass and an 8th wonder beer! More info here

- 8:00 PM - TSG Open Mic (FREE) It's our weekly Sunday open mic More info here

LIBERTY STATION

- 8:00 PM - The Liberty Station Open Mic (FREE) This open mic has become one of the better shows in town. Hosted by Joe Esquivel and Enrique Chacon

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NOTABLE SHOWS MORE THAN A WEEK OUT

Pauly Shore 7/22

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If I've forgotten anything, please message me or leave a comment, and I'll take care of it.