Free/Cheap/Notable Comedy in Town This Week!

It's been a long time, but I think it's now appropriate to start telling y'all about comedy again. Everybody's got their own risk tolerances and I sure hope y'all are vaccinated, but be aware most places aren't enforcing strict safety procedures so attend at your own risk. That being said there are now more opportunities for you to catch comedy in person than at any time in the last year. 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, 5/24

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 5/25

JIVE BAR

– 8:00 PM – OPEN MIC (FREE) Jive Bar

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WEDNESDAY, 5/26

PHIL & DEREK'S

– 8:00 PM – Speakeasy Comedy Lounge Open Mic (FREE)

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, 5/27

MY BAR

– 8:00 PM – Tommy Drake (FREE w/RSVP) Absolutely hilarious Tommy Drake is an absolute steal at free w/rsvp. Featuring Nathaniel Amador and hosted 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 – Open Mic (FREE) Jeff Joe runs this nice open mic in the large open air room at Brass Tap

THE SECRET GROUP

– 8:00 PM – Draughts & Laughs ($5-14) This monthly comedy showcase features a different brewery each month. $12 gets you a comedy show, branded pint glass, and 2 beers from Bell's Brewing! More info here

– 8:00 PM – (Box) Futile Society Improv Comedy ($5-7) Special CATI kickoff edition of our weekly improv jam featuring the hilarious Futile Society comedy troupe. More info here

– 9:30 PM – (Box) Back of the Bus Open Mic (FREE) Weekly open mic hosted by Josh Stokes and Kenji Alonzo 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, 5/28

NIKOZ FUSION GRILL

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

REC ROOM

– 8:00 PM – "All A's"- Houston's first Asian-American stand up show celebrating AAPI Heritage month. Featuring Peng Dang, Son Tran, Nani Cuomo, Jerry Tran, Arun Rama, and Victor Tran. Presented by ComedyHub More Info Here

THE SECRET GROUP

– 8:00 PM – Sean Patton ($15-20) The Secret Group is reopening and bringing Sean Patton to the big stage for one night only to celebrate their return More info here

– 10:00 PM – (Box) Welcome Back Showcase ($5-10) Newly renovated The Box will see some wonderful comics hit the stage for two shows More info here

– 11:59 PM – (Box) Welcome Back Showcase ($5-10) Newly renovated The Box will see some wonderful comics hit the stage for two shows More info here

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SATURDAY, 5/29

THE SECRET GROUP

– 8:00 PM – Jeff Horste ($15) as seen on Comedy Central and Kevin Hart Presents, it's Jeff Horste! Presented by Comedy Hub Houston More info here

– 10:00 PM – (Box) The Best of TSG ($5-10) The best local comics grace the stage of The Box for two shows! More info here

– 11:59 PM – (Box) The Best of TSG ($5-10) The best local comics grace the stage of The Box for two shows! More info here

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SUNDAY, 3/1

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 – 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

Draughts & Laughs Beer & Comedy Show 6/3

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