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SUMMARY:Stand-Up & Improv Showcase @ Nest
DESCRIPTION:CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS\n\nStand Up:\nAnjelica Scannura\nBridjet Mendy\nRochelle Collins\nTanya Vora\nImprov: Armando CBUS\n\n\nThe Nest Theatre + Comedy Arts Center is proud to present their guests for Columbus Comedy Festival 2025! This space celebrates features and headlining comics and one of our most popular improvisational shows\, with standups as the guests! \nCome enjoy standup from beloved local comics Tanya Vora\, Rochelle Collins\, Bridjet Mendy\, along with touring headliner Anjelica Scannura (NYC). \nThen\, the second half features the popular Armando CBus show (Chicago\, CBus) running exclusively at The Nest – this hilarious show features stories and chats from special guests (Anjelica + the standups)\, and an all-star improvisational cast makes up scenes on the spot\, loosely inspired by details or nuggets from their stories. \n[Armando Cbus 9/4 7pm cast is Rance Rizzutto\, Tara DeFrancisco\, Cady Roess\, Alexx Stanton\, Melissa Curley\, Bryan Murphy\, Sasha Mikhail\, Iv Pavasic\, Kristen Blazsik\, Rico Garabis] \n$15 earlybird advance tickets | $20 week of show
URL:https://columbuscomedyfest.com/event/stand-up-improv-showcase-nest-2025-thursday-01/
LOCATION:The Nest\, 2643 N High Street\, Columbus\, OH\, 43202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Improv,Standup,Thu
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SUMMARY:Live With Murph and Tye
DESCRIPTION:CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS\nFeaturing:\nJaye Brock\nRo Tha Realest\nJerrel Beamon\nTia Santamaria\nHosted by:\nMurph Henderson\nTye Erskin\n\n\n\n\n\n\n“Live with Murph & Tye” is not your average comedy show—it’s a freestyle comedy experience featuring some of the best local talent. Hosted by two short kings with sharp minds\, Murph & Tye will have you laughing through their quick wit and critical thinking. No script\, no filter—just unpredictable\, off-the-cuff hilarity. You never know what they’ll say\, but you can bet it’ll be hilarious!\n\nDoors open at 6:50\, Show starts promptly at 7pm.
URL:https://columbuscomedyfest.com/event/live-with-murph-and-tye/
LOCATION:Hashtag Comedy Club\, 1253 North High Street\, Columbus\, OH\, 43201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Standup,Thu
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250904T203000
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SUMMARY:Vicious Vixens with Katie K.
DESCRIPTION:CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS\nHeadliner: Katie K.\nFeaturing:\nMimi Tha Comedienne\nLeyla Ingalls\nAlexis Massey\nAugist Ulrey\nKaren Marie\nIzzy Salhani\nHost: Nef Johnson\nLooking for a bold\, unfiltered stand-up comedy show in Columbus\, Ohio? The Vicious Vixens is the raunchy\, all-female comedy showcase that takes no prisoners and leaves no topic untouched. Hosted by the wild and fearless Barack Lesnar\, this live comedy event brings together the funniest women in stand-up for a night of raw humor\, savage relationship takes\, and laugh-out-loud commentary on everything from sex to social norms. \nExpect:\n• No-holds-barred performances by fierce women of comedy\n• Edgy stand-up that pushes the limits (in the best way)\n• Non-stop laughs from some of Columbus’ funniest comics \nWhether you’re looking for live comedy near you\, edgy comedy shows\, or a girls’ night out in Columbus\, this is the show to see. Held at The Attic Comedy Club\, one of the top destinations for comedy shows in Columbus\, Vicious Vixens brings the kind of energy you won’t find at your typical open mic.
URL:https://columbuscomedyfest.com/event/vicious-vixens-with-katie-k/
LOCATION:The Attic Comedy Club\, 892 Oak Street\, Columbus\, OH\, 43205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Standup,Thu
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SUMMARY:Hairy Situation: A Comedy Show by ALOK - SOLD OUT
DESCRIPTION:CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS – SOLD OUT\nHeadliner: ALOK\nALOK (they/them) is an internationally acclaimed poet\, comedian\, public speaker\, and actor. ALOK’s literary works “Beyond the Gender Binary\,” “Femme in Public\,” and “Your Wound\, My Garden\,” have garnered global recognition. Their dynamic presence has captivated audiences in over 40 countries\, with sold-out shows at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival and the Netflix is a Joke Festival. ALOK’s first comedy special BIOLOGY! [alokvmenon.com] was executive produced by Christopher Guest. They are the subject of the docu-short “ALOK” executive produced by Jodie Foster and directed by Alex Hedison\, which made its debut at the Sundance Film Festival in 2024. On screen\, they can also be seen in Complicated Order\, The Trans List\, and Absolute Dominion (forthcoming). On television\, they can be seen on HBO’s Sex Lives of College Girls\, Sort Of and Random Acts of Flyness\, Hulu’s Planet Sex with Cara Delevingne\, and Netflix’s Gender Agenda Comedy Special and Getting Curious with Jonathan Van Ness.
URL:https://columbuscomedyfest.com/event/hairy-situation-a-comedy-show-by-alok/
LOCATION:Funny Bone Columbus\, 145 Easton Town Ctr\, Columbus\, OH\, 43219\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sold Out,Standup,Thu
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250904T203000
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SUMMARY:It's Too Late! with Joel Savage
DESCRIPTION:CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS\nFeaturing:\nJoel Savage\nRochelle Collins\nKitty Long\nTanya Vora\nLindsey Bowes\nSavage Tech presents a new episode of the late night talk show saga… It’s Too Late! w/ Joel Savage! September’s show produced & performed by: Joel Savage\, Rochelle Collins\, Kitty Long\, Tanya Vora\, and Lindsey Bowes. Stay tuned for special guests!
URL:https://columbuscomedyfest.com/event/its-too-late-with-joel-savage/
LOCATION:Boxland Media\, 6155 Huntley Road\, Suite J\, Worthington\, OH\, United States
CATEGORIES:Thu,Variety
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250904T210000
DTSTAMP:20260626T014504
CREATED:20250514T190119Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T202935Z
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SUMMARY:LIVE•REC Show
DESCRIPTION:CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS\nLIVE🔴REC SHOW\n\nThe Columbus Comedy Festival is hosting a LIVE RECORDING show featuring eight of your favorite local comedians! Each comic will be performing their best 10 minute set\, which will be recorded and released on YouTube ahead of the 2026 festival! \nPerformers Include: \nTravis Hoewischer\nNickey Winkleman\nG. Davis\nDan Sebree\nAngie Healey\nIan Miller\nFreddie Simone\nSamson Shete\n\nHosted by Travis Irvine
URL:https://columbuscomedyfest.com/event/live-rec-2025/
LOCATION:Up Front Performance Space\, 503 S. Front Street\, Columbus\, OH\, 43215\, United States
CATEGORIES:Standup
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ORGANIZER;CN="Columbus Underground":MAILTO:laughs@columbuscomedyfest.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250904T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250904T213000
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CREATED:20250521T230622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T141736Z
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SUMMARY:The Second City 65th Anniversary Show
DESCRIPTION:CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS\n\nThe Second City is celebrating 65 years of legendary laughs! Showcasing some of our audience’s favorite songs\, sketches\, and characters written on our stages by some of our illustrious alumni\, including Catherine O’Hara\, Tina Fey\, Keegan-Michael Key\, Amber Ruffin\, Stephen Colbert\, Tim Meadows\, Bill Murray\, Tim Robinson\, Joan Rivers\, Eugene Levy\, Adam McKay and so many more… With material handpicked from our iconic comedy archive and brought to life by our all-star ensemble\, see for yourself why The Second City continues to be the world’s most influential name in comedy for sixty-five years and counting.
URL:https://columbuscomedyfest.com/event/the-second-city-65th-anniversary-show/
LOCATION:Southern Theatre\, 21 E Main Street\, Columbus\, OH\, 43215\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sketch,Thu
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250904T213000
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SUMMARY:Freak Show at Shadowbox Live (Opening Night)
DESCRIPTION:CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS\n(USE CODE “CU30” FOR 30% OFF!)\n\n\nShadowbox Live’s Freak Show\, is a Halloween-themed carnival of comedy sketches and haunting musical performances that will tickle your funny bone and send shivers down your spine.
URL:https://columbuscomedyfest.com/event/freak-show-at-shadowbox-live-thursday-2025/
LOCATION:ShadowboxLive\, 503 S Front Street\, OH\, 43215\, United States
CATEGORIES:Standup,Thu
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250826T141433Z
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SUMMARY:Milwaukee Comedy Showcase
DESCRIPTION:CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS\nThe funniest comics from Milwaukee invade the Columbus Comedy Festival!
URL:https://columbuscomedyfest.com/event/milwaukee-comedy-showcase/
LOCATION:Kafe Kerouac\, 2250 N High Street\, Columbus\, OH\, 43201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Standup,Thu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250904T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250904T213000
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SUMMARY:Drunk PowerPoint
DESCRIPTION:CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS\nDrunk PowerPoint\n\nDrunk PowerPoint is an open-mic style slideshow event that’s often informative but always odd.\n\nIt’s hosted live regularly at Kafe Kerouac and Leisure Club\, but the Columbus Comedy Festival edition features a highlight reel of top tier presenters from the monthly shows! See the best\, most hilarious\, and strangest slideshow presentations we have to offer!\n\nAnd be sure to check out Kafe Kerouac and Leisure Club for the regular shows (check Facebook and Instagram for updates).
URL:https://columbuscomedyfest.com/event/drunk-powerpoint-2025/
LOCATION:MadLab\, 227 N 3rd Street\, Columbus\, OH\, 43215\, United States
CATEGORIES:Thu,Variety
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250904T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250904T213000
DTSTAMP:20260626T014504
CREATED:20250523T191117Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250821T175656Z
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SUMMARY:Big Dumb Comedy Jam
DESCRIPTION:CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS\nFeaturing:\nKieron Harrell\nTyson Colson\nPat McCarthy\nJosh Albert\nLeyla Ingalls\nand other suprise guests!\n\n\n\nJoin us for “The Big Dumb Comedy Jam\,” an uproarious standup showcase hosted by the hilarious Josh Albert at the Woodlands Tavern! Kicking off the second annual Columbus Comedy Festival\, this event promises an unforgettable night filled with laughter\, silliness\, and a touch of edginess. \nPrepare for a lineup of diverse comedians who will bring a variety of styles and perspectives to the stage\, ensuring there’s something for everyone. Whether you’re a fan of clever one-liners\, absurd storytelling\, or bold commentary\, this show has it all. \nDon’t miss your chance to be part of an evening dedicated to celebrating the joyful art of comedy in a fun and welcoming atmosphere. Grab your friends\, enjoy some drinks\, and get ready to laugh until it hurts at “The Big Dumb Comedy Jam”!
URL:https://columbuscomedyfest.com/event/big-dumb-comedy-jam-2025/
LOCATION:Woodlands Tavern\, 1200 W. 3rd Ave\, Columbus\, OH\, 43212\, United States
CATEGORIES:Standup,Thu
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SUMMARY:Stand-Up & Improv Showcase @ Nest
DESCRIPTION:CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS\n\nStand Up:\nChad the Bird\nAllison McBane\nTyson Colson\nImprov: Armando CBUS\n\n\nThe Nest Theatre + Comedy Arts Center is proud to present their guests for Columbus Comedy Festival 2025! This space celebrates features and headlining comics and one of our most popular improvisational shows\, with standups as the guests! \nCome enjoy standup from beloved local comics Allison McBane and Tyson Colson\, along with headliner Chad the Bird. \nThen\, the second half features the popular Armando CBus show (Chicago\, CBus) running exclusively at The Nest – this hilarious show features stories and chats from special guests (the standups)\, and an all-star improvisational cast makes up scenes on the spot\, loosely inspired by details or nuggets from their stories. \n[Armando Cbus 9/4 830 cast is Rance Rizzutto\, Tara DeFrancisco\, Bridjet Mendy\, LT Thornton\, Matt Schwartz\, Katie O’Leary\, Dylan Liptak\, Yanni Clemmons\, Hilary Buchanan\, Rachel Tutera] \n$15 earlybird advance tickets | $20 week of show
URL:https://columbuscomedyfest.com/event/stand-up-improv-showcase-nest-2025-thursday-02/
LOCATION:The Nest\, 2643 N High Street\, Columbus\, OH\, 43202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Improv,Standup,Thu
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250904T214500
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SUMMARY:The Hashtag Comedy Improv Show
DESCRIPTION:CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Hashtag Comedy Company started with The Hashtag Comedy Improv Show over 13 years ago\, and it continues to be an anchor show at the Hashtag Comedy Club. This show has special guests\, true stories\, music\, competitions….oh and improv. This show is part of the city-wide Columbus Comedy Festival\, and will feature special guests you won’t want to miss! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nDoors open at 8:20\, show starts promptly at 8:30pm.
URL:https://columbuscomedyfest.com/event/the-hashtag-comedy-improv-show/
LOCATION:Hashtag Comedy Club\, 1253 North High Street\, Columbus\, OH\, 43201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Improv,Thu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250904T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250904T223000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250901T003956Z
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SUMMARY:Cleveland Invades the Columbus Comedy Festival
DESCRIPTION:CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS\nFeaturing:\nElijah Nevels\nJohn Armstrong\nMiki Jenosi\nPope\nBarack Lesnar\nHost: Noah Ryan\nThe 216 is rollin’ deep into Olde Towne East for one night of chaos\, heat\, and jokes that hit harder than a Browns fan in traffic. \nWhether you’re team Columbus or just love watching rival cities roast the hell outta each other\, this one’s for you. Energy will be high. Lines will be crossed. And if you’re searching for “comedy shows Columbus Ohio” or “funny things to do on a Thursday\,” this is your sign.
URL:https://columbuscomedyfest.com/event/cleveland-invades-the-columbus-comedy-festival/
LOCATION:The Attic Comedy Club\, 892 Oak Street\, Columbus\, OH\, 43205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Standup,Thu
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