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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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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250904T203000
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250904T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250904T210000
DTSTAMP:20260626T182341
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
DTSTAMP:20260626T182341
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250904T193000
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250904T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250904T213000
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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
DTSTAMP:20260626T182341
CREATED:20250514T185011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250530T160727Z
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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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ORGANIZER;CN="Columbus Underground":MAILTO:laughs@columbuscomedyfest.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250904T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250904T213000
DTSTAMP:20260626T182341
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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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250904T214500
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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
DTSTAMP:20260626T182341
CREATED:20250529T022143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T022143Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250905T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250905T193000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250627T173845Z
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SUMMARY:Gwen Rose at MadLab
DESCRIPTION:CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS\nHeadliner: Gwen Rose\nFeature: Joel Good\nFeature: Brian Harris\nOpener:  Jules Wagner\nHost: Jessi Sisson\n\nGwen Rose was named by Time Out in association with Hulu as a comedian to watch in 2025. She is a mainstay in the Chicago scene\, she has headlined her home club the Laugh Factory where she is a regular. She plays all the major clubs like the Den Theatre where she has opened for Julio Torres\, Bobcat Goldthwait and River Butcher. She just recorded her first special “Gwen Rose’s Emotional Cutting” also at the Den Theatre.
URL:https://columbuscomedyfest.com/event/gwen-rose-at-madlab/
LOCATION:MadLab\, 227 N 3rd Street\, Columbus\, OH\, 43215\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fri,Standup
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250905T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250905T193000
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CREATED:20250514T214230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250625T184016Z
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SUMMARY:Asian Comedy Showcase
DESCRIPTION:CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS\nHeadliner: Aiko Tanaka\nFeature: Kyle Lucero\nFeature: Yang\nOpener:  John Datoy\nOpener:  Ian Miller\nHost: Johnny Mocny\n\nThe Columbus Comedy Festival is excited to present its first Asian Comedy Showcase\, featuring a hilarious lineup of Asian and Asian-American standup comedy performers from Los Angeles\, New York\, Nashville and of course… right here in Columbus! Don’t miss this killer lineup of comedians during this year’s festival!
URL:https://columbuscomedyfest.com/event/asian-comedy-showcase/
LOCATION:Up Front Performance Space\, 503 S. Front Street\, Columbus\, OH\, 43215\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fri,Standup
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ORGANIZER;CN="Columbus Underground":MAILTO:laughs@columbuscomedyfest.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250905T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250905T201500
DTSTAMP:20260626T182341
CREATED:20250529T022556Z
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SUMMARY:TBD The Improvised Musical
DESCRIPTION:CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCome join the cast of TBD: The Improvised Musical! for a night of comedic\, musical improv. Featuring musical improvisers from all over Central Ohio\, you’re sure to see big ensemble numbers\, heart-wrenching solos and showstoppers\, and of course\, moving love songs. Add in brilliantly talented local musicians (who become characters in their own right!)\, and you have a show that fans are calling “pure magic.”\n\nDoors at 6:50 PM. Show promptly at 7 pm // Snacks and drinks available // Reservations recommended to guarantee seating
URL:https://columbuscomedyfest.com/event/tbd-the-improvised-musical-2025/
LOCATION:Hashtag Comedy Club\, 1253 North High Street\, Columbus\, OH\, 43201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fri,Improv
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SUMMARY:Jeremiah Watkins at Columbus Funny Bone
DESCRIPTION:CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS\n\n\nKansas-born comedian Jeremiah Watkins has established himself as one of the most physical stand-up comedians in Los Angeles with his high energy and off-the-cuff style. His first one-hour special FAMILY REUNION (2020) showcases his off-the-cuff\, physical style. Jeremiah is a paid regular at the Comedy Store\, which hosts his popular live show Stand-Up On The Spot\, named by GQ Magazine as one of the “5 Funniest Nights in America.” Jeremiah placed 2nd in the 2015 Big Sky Comedy Festival\, and has performed at Just for Laughs\, Bonnaroo\, Outside Lands\, TBS’s New York Comedy Festival\, South by Southwest\, Riot LA\, Moontower\, and many other festivals throughout the country. Jeremiah is graduate of the Second City\, has trained at The Groundlings\, and has performed improv all over Los Angeles. Jeremiah hosts the weekly podcast Jeremiah Wonders\, where he showcases his spot-on impressions. He’s also a regular on the podcast Kill Tony.\n\n \n\nJeremiah Watkins is a paid regular at the Comedy Store\, which hosts his popular live show Stand-Up On The Spot\, named by GQ Magazine as one of the “5 Funniest Nights in America.” His first one-hour special FAMILY REUNION (2020) showcases his off-the-cuff\, physical style. Jeremiah has also appeared on JIMMY KIMMEL LIVE (ABC)\, HISTORICAL ROASTS (NETFLIX)\, LIGHTS OUT WITH DAVID SPADE (COMEDY CENTRAL)\, CRASHING (HBO)\, and starred in the 2015 indie thriller i-LIVED. He also hosts the wildly hilarious podcasts JEREMIAH WONDERS and SCISSOR BROS.
URL:https://columbuscomedyfest.com/event/jeremiah-watkins-at-columbus-funny-bone-show1/
LOCATION:Funny Bone Columbus\, 145 Easton Town Ctr\, Columbus\, OH\, 43219\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fri,Standup
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250905T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250905T203000
DTSTAMP:20260626T182341
CREATED:20250522T160723Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250630T190532Z
UID:25877-1757098800-1757104200@columbuscomedyfest.com
SUMMARY:Ric Diez & Friends
DESCRIPTION:CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS\nHeadliner: Ric Diez\nFeaturing:\nElijah Nevels\nLeyla Ingalls\nBarack Lesnar\nJR Junior\nHe took the mic\, won the crowd\, and walked away with the Kill Tony Golden Ticket. Now Ric Diez is bringing the heat to The Attic for a stacked festival showcase you don’t want to miss. \nThis show features Ric and a hand-picked lineup of his favorite comics — sharp voices\, bold sets\, and the kind of energy that reminds you why live comedy hits different. \nYou’ve seen him on Kill Tony. Now see him up close\, live\, and unfiltered right here in Columbus.
URL:https://columbuscomedyfest.com/event/ric-diez-friends/
LOCATION:The Attic Comedy Club\, 892 Oak Street\, Columbus\, OH\, 43205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fri,Standup
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250905T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250905T210000
DTSTAMP:20260626T182341
CREATED:20250514T210847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250530T151313Z
UID:25639-1757100600-1757106000@columbuscomedyfest.com
SUMMARY:Friday Night Showcase
DESCRIPTION:CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS\nFriday Showcase at The Maroon Culture Lab\nJoin us for two unique nights of comedy at The Maroon Culture Lab\, located on the Near East Side of Columbus! These events feature a hilarious lineup of comedians from Los Angeles\, New York City\, Chicago and of course\, hometown talent right here in Columbus.\n\nDon’t miss out on our Friday and Saturday showcases!\n\nFeaturing:\nKasaun Wilson\nG. Davis\nNef Johnson\nJerrel Beamon\nFreddie Simone\nHost: Terrance ThaGawdshow
URL:https://columbuscomedyfest.com/event/friday-night-showcase-2025/
LOCATION:Maroon Culture Lab\, 867 Mt Vernon Ave\, Columbus\, OH\, 43203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fri,Standup
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ORGANIZER;CN="Columbus Underground":MAILTO:laughs@columbuscomedyfest.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250905T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250905T210000
DTSTAMP:20260626T182341
CREATED:20250521T010539Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T183631Z
UID:25770-1757100600-1757106000@columbuscomedyfest.com
SUMMARY:Stand-Up & Improv Showcase @ Nest
DESCRIPTION:CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS\n\nStand Up:\nKieron Harrell\nCurtis Cook\nWhitney Rayner\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 our three featured touring standups Kieron Harrell (Chicago)\, Curtis Cook (NYC)\, and Whitney Rayner (Los Angeles). \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 \n[Armando Cbus 9/5 730pm cast with: Tara DeFrancisco\, Rance Rizzutto\, Michael Tonovitz\, Katie O’Leary\, Carolyn Pierre-Louis\, Grace Woodman\, Alexx Stanton\, LT Thornton] \n$18 earlybird advance tickets | $20 week of show
URL:https://columbuscomedyfest.com/event/stand-up-improv-showcase-nest-2025-friday-01/
LOCATION:The Nest\, 2643 N High Street\, Columbus\, OH\, 43202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fri,Improv,Standup
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250905T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250905T213000
DTSTAMP:20260626T182341
CREATED:20250522T013754Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T225831Z
UID:25840-1757100600-1757107800@columbuscomedyfest.com
SUMMARY:Freak Show at Shadowbox Live
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-friday-2025/
LOCATION:ShadowboxLive\, 503 S Front Street\, OH\, 43215\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fri,Standup
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250905T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250905T213000
DTSTAMP:20260626T182341
CREATED:20250514T214827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250528T155550Z
UID:25651-1757102400-1757107800@columbuscomedyfest.com
SUMMARY:Chad the Bird
DESCRIPTION:CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS\nHeadliner: Chad the Bird\nFeature: Zach Wycuff\nOpener:  Tyson Colson\nOpener:  Rochelle Collins\nHost: Jesse Pimpinella\n\nChad the Bird is a comedic essayist and deep divist who has been reporting on the news\, science\, and human-isms every week for the past 15 years. He’s also just a bird in your world\, loving what you humans do but he does have some notes.
URL:https://columbuscomedyfest.com/event/chad-the-bird-2025/
LOCATION:MadLab\, 227 N 3rd Street\, Columbus\, OH\, 43215\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fri,Standup,Variety
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ORGANIZER;CN="Columbus Underground":MAILTO:laughs@columbuscomedyfest.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250905T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250905T213000
DTSTAMP:20260626T182341
CREATED:20250514T215630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250902T185316Z
UID:25653-1757102400-1757107800@columbuscomedyfest.com
SUMMARY:Female AF
DESCRIPTION:CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS\nFeature: Amber Falter\nFeature: Katie K.\nFeature: Aiko Tanaka\nFeature: Rachel Abrams\nHost: Nickey Winkelman\n\nThe Female AF show is BACK at the Columbus Comedy Festival in 2025\, featuring an amazing lineup of hilarious women from Columbus\, Los Angeles\, New York and beyond! If you love ladies who make you laugh out loud\, then you won’t want to miss this show!
URL:https://columbuscomedyfest.com/event/female-af-2025/
LOCATION:Up Front Performance Space\, 503 S. Front Street\, Columbus\, OH\, 43215\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fri,Standup
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ORGANIZER;CN="Columbus Underground":MAILTO:laughs@columbuscomedyfest.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250905T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250905T213000
DTSTAMP:20260626T182341
CREATED:20250523T152532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250530T161456Z
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SUMMARY:Don't Tell Comedy
DESCRIPTION:CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS\nSecret locations.\nFrom historic mansions to candy stores\, rooftops to rock climbing gyms\, we transform just about any environment into a unique setting for live stand-up comedy. The precise location\, and other show details\, are sent to you at 8:00 AM on the day of the show. You can also reveal the show details at our website. This show will be happening at an undisclosed location somewhere in or near Columbus! \nSecret Comedians.\nNo spoilers! All comedians remain unknown until the moment they take the stage. But don’t fret\, we carefully curate lineups of 4-7 different comics to create a hilarious and diverse show. The best part is—you never know who might show up! \nYou might discover your next favorite underground comedian or see a fan favorite. We specialize in introducing audiences to the best-emerging talent from cities around the world through a mix of the best local and nationally touring comedians.
URL:https://columbuscomedyfest.com/event/dont-tell-comedy-2025-01/
LOCATION:Don’t Tell Comedy
CATEGORIES:Fri,Standup
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250905T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250905T213000
DTSTAMP:20260626T182341
CREATED:20250601T003411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250601T003411Z
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SUMMARY:Did I Win? Live Game Show
DESCRIPTION:CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS\nDid I Win? is the unhinged game show you never asked for—an anything-goes cyclone where audience members have the chance to compete. At any moment\, your name could be called to face surreal challenges\, mind-bending trivia twists\, or stunt-filled mayhem\, all for real prizes! You’ll walk out laughing\, baffled\, and wondering\, “Did I Win?”
URL:https://columbuscomedyfest.com/event/did-i-win-live-game-show/
LOCATION:Boxland Media\, 6155 Huntley Road\, Suite J\, Worthington\, OH\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fri,Variety
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250905T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250905T214500
DTSTAMP:20260626T182341
CREATED:20250529T022915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250902T005329Z
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SUMMARY:Tattoos and Tarot
DESCRIPTION:CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS\nHeadliner: Hannah Roeschlein\nCaitlin Menosky\nTristan Shae\nGabi Merchen\nHost: Allison McBane\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe tarot is real. The comedy is a joke. \nStand-up comedy + live tarot readings collide in this one-of-a-kind late-night show. Host Allison McBane will take you through an amazing night with stand up\, improv and more. \nDoors are 8:20 and the show starts at 8:30. We can’t wait to see you there!
URL:https://columbuscomedyfest.com/event/tattoos-and-tarot/
LOCATION:Hashtag Comedy Club\, 1253 North High Street\, Columbus\, OH\, 43201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fri,Improv,Standup
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250905T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250905T223000
DTSTAMP:20260626T182341
CREATED:20250523T010328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250630T190804Z
UID:25891-1757106000-1757111400@columbuscomedyfest.com
SUMMARY:Pop-Up Comedy Jam
DESCRIPTION:CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS\nRic Diez\nElijah Nevels\nDemetrius L Jackson\nBarack Lesnar\nTrevor Scott\nAlexis Massey\nPlus More TBA!\nHost: Ty Moore\nIt’s late. It’s loud. It’s loose. And it’s one of the wildest stand-up showcases of the Columbus Comedy Festival. \nPopup Comedy Jam throws the script out the window and lets the comics run the room. Think rapid-fire sets\, surprise guests\, and a crowd that came to party. \nThis is where rising stars\, festival faves\, and big names on the sneak tip collide in one of the most electric shows of the weekend. No green rooms. No egos. Just comics\, a mic\, and a packed house ready to go off. \nIf you’re searching “comedy shows in Columbus\,” “stand-up near me\,” or “festival afterparties with jokes\,” this is your sign. \n  \n 
URL:https://columbuscomedyfest.com/event/pop-up-comedy-jam/
LOCATION:The Attic Comedy Club\, 892 Oak Street\, Columbus\, OH\, 43205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fri,Standup
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250905T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250905T223000
DTSTAMP:20260626T182341
CREATED:20250525T145742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T163423Z
UID:25993-1757106000-1757111400@columbuscomedyfest.com
SUMMARY:Roast Battle
DESCRIPTION:CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS\nHost: Ian Miller\n\n\n\nDetails coming soon!
URL:https://columbuscomedyfest.com/event/roast-battle-2025/
LOCATION:Leisure Club\, 1610 Oak Street\, Columbus\, OH\, 43205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fri,Roast Battle
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250905T213000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250905T224500
DTSTAMP:20260626T182341
CREATED:20250521T010913Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T183630Z
UID:25773-1757107800-1757112300@columbuscomedyfest.com
SUMMARY:Stand-Up & Improv Showcase @ Nest
DESCRIPTION:CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS\n\nStand Up:\nKatie K.\nPat McCarthy\nAdam Nate Levine\nImprov: Anonymous – The Secrets Show!\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 touring standups Pat McCarthy (Kansas City)\, Adam Nate Levine (NYC\, CBUS)\, and headliner Katie K (Los Angeles). \nThen\, the second half features the wildly popular ANONYMOUS – THE SECRETS SHOW! The original show has sold over 60 shows at The Nest and features secrets provided by our live audiences to launch and inspire a cast of friends to improvise wild material. \n$18 earlybird advance tickets | $20 week of show
URL:https://columbuscomedyfest.com/event/stand-up-improv-showcase-nest-2025-friday-02/
LOCATION:The Nest\, 2643 N High Street\, Columbus\, OH\, 43202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fri,Improv,Standup
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