Where to view comedy in Atlanta

Explore locations for viewing comedy and get your laugh on!

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By Rodney Carmichael Thursday October 17, 2019 01:26 pm EDT

Admit it. You need to laugh, yeah? It’s the middle of the work week, or the end of a long one, and you’re just about ready to lose your fcuking mind. Thank God Atlanta’s got your back. From stand-up to improv to kooky quirky lit-based shenanigans, the city’s local comedy scene is a pit stop for pros and a workshop for amateurs ready to serve your funny bone with a side of extra LMAO.

CLOSED: Star Community Bar Business

The Star Bar, as it's known, hosts a regular lineup of rockabilly and hard-rockin' acts, as well as the city's best free stand-up on Mondays and, tucked away in an unassuming corner, a hidden shrine to the King of Kings, Elvis Presley, complete with an altar and throne. The Little Five Points instit... | more...

Dad's Garage Theatre Business

Dad’s Garage is a non-profit comedy theatre located in the heart of Atlanta's historic Old Fourth Ward neighborhood. With award-winning Atlanta improv comedy, scripted shows, and a fully-stocked bar, we're a major part of Atlanta nightlife and a great venue for date night. Come see us Thursday throu... | more...

Laughing Skull Lounge Business

Atlanta's best full-time option for seeing stand-up is an intimate venue tucked away in the back of Midtown's Vortex Bar & Grill. The Laughing Skull Lounge has featured Marc Maron, Kyle Kinane, Maria Bamford, and countless other quality stand-ups. | more...

The Basement Theatre Business

The Basement Theatre hosts improv comedy shows every Friday and Saturday. | more...

The Punchline Comedy Club Business

Scope out the glossy head shots that line the walls of this barely OTP comedy institution and you’ll see that everyone from John Stewart to Jeff Foxworthy has performed here. It’s an excellent place to take a date, but don’t sit too close to the stage — lest you be heckled by the talent. Reservation... | more...

The Vortex - Midtown Business

Popular Atlanta institution for serious slacking, burger eating, and drinking. Home to the Laughing Skull Lounge comedy club. | more...

The Warren City Club Business

Above the Dark Horse Tavern. | more...

Uptown Comedy Corner Business

The longest-running African-American comedy club in Atlanta, Uptown Comedy Corner has featured Chris Rock, the Wayans Brothers, Steve Harvey and Chris Tucker in the more than 20 years it's served Atlanta's Westside. | more...