Why So Serious? Get Out and Laugh at Comedy Clubs in Atlanta!
Comedy Clubs in Atlanta
…and Upcoming Shows, Too!
Atlanta is a great city for comedy, with national and local comedians taking the stage and dropping the mic. So, if you’re looking for a night of laughs, we’re recommending the best comedy clubs in Atlanta.
The Punchline is one of the most popular spots in the city for headliners. It’s been around since the early 1980s and has featured some of the biggest names in the industry. Laughing Skull Lounge is another great spot, with an intimate setting and a focus on up-and-coming comedians.
Dad’s Garage Theatre is a must-visit for anyone who likes improv comedy. And if you’re looking for something fun and different, check out The Village or any of the other entertaining comedy clubs in Atlanta.
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Village Theatre
Where else could you find “Improv Asshole” but Atlanta’s Village Theatre in the Old Fourth Ward?
The audience runs the show every Saturday night by voting after every scene (or improv!). Even though the results determine what happens next, laughs are guaranteed.
Tickets to Improv Asshole are less than $20, and you’ll find some themed events like a Star Wars Edition. Are you not feeling it? Then, head to the Village Theatre on Friday nights when the assholes are resting up for Saturday!
The Punchline Comedy Club
Whereas the Village Theatre specializes in Improv, The Punchline is the premiere comedy club in Atlanta, where prominent headliners have taken the stage for more than 20 years. And, we’re talking about the “big ones” like Jerry Seinfeld, Jeff Foxworthy, Dane Cook, and Richard Pryor!
Even if you don’t recognize the name, give it a go anyway, as you could get a front-row seat to the next big name in comedy. Plus, the best part is that tickets are pretty darn affordable, with many shows in the $20 to $25 range.
The Punchline is located at Roswell and Piedmont at 3652 Roswell Road.
1UP Comedy
Don’t look for a specific venue, as 1UP Comedy is a troupe and not a club. Instead, 1UP takes the stage at different spots throughout the greater Atlanta area, like ASW Whiskey Exchange in Atlanta and 40 Watt Club in Athens.
One of the regulars is Ten Buck Comedy at ASW Whiskey Exchange (1000 White St. SW). The line-up is a secret. However, you won’t be disappointed, as past performers have performed on Comedy Central and The Tonight Show.
Oh, and Ten Buck Comedy is really ten bucks – as long as you get your tickets in advance.
Comedy Clubs in Atlanta
| Atlanta Comedy Clubs | Address | Website |
|---|---|---|
| 1Up Comedy | 644 N Highland Ave NE | https://1upcomedy.com |
| Atlanta Comedy Theater | 4650 Jimmy Carter Blvd Ste 114B | https://atlcomedytheater.com |
| Atlanta Magic Theater | 267 Marietta St NW | https://www.atlantamagictheater.com |
| Beer & Comedy through 1UP Comedy | 195 Ottley Dr NE | https://1upcomedy.com |
| Comedy At Kat's Caf | 970 Piedmont Ave NE | https://www.katscafeatlanta.com |
| Dad's Garage Comedy Improv | 569 Ezzard Street | https://www.dadsgarage.com/ |
| Laughing Matters | 173 Cleveland Ave SE | http://laughingmatters.com |
| Laughing Skull Lounge | 878 Peachtree St NE | https://www.laughingskulllounge.com |
| Relapse Comedy Theater | 380 14Th St Nw | https://www.relapsecomedy.com |
| The Atlanta Comedy Show | 1710 Defoor Ave NW | http://www.atlantacomedyshow.com |
| The Basement Theatre | 175 West Wieuca Rd NE | http://www.thebasementtheatre.com |
| The Punchline Comedy Club | 3652 Roswell Rd | http://www.punchline.com |
| Uptown Comedy Corner | 800 Marietta St Nw | https://www.uptowncomedy.net |
| Village Theatre | 348 Decatur St SE | https://www.villagecomedy.com |
| Whole World Improv Theatre Co | 1216 Spring St NW | https://wholeworldtheatre.com |
Did we leave your club or troupe off the list? Send us the info and we’ll be sure to add it.
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- A Great Way to Relieve Stress
- Ideal Place for a First (or 40th) Date
- Affordable Night Out
- Laughter is the Best Medicine
- You Can Catch Up-and-Coming Comics Before They Make it Big (and Charge More!)
- Fun Alternative to a Group Happy Hour
- Many Clubs Offer Dinner and a Show
- It’s Probably Been a Long Time Since You’ve Been to One
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Frequently Asked Questions
While there are more than a dozen great clubs to catch local and national comedians, The Punchline is one of the oldest and most well-known.
There are quite a few comedy shows in Atlanta and throughout its suburbs and most are affordable. Some of the best include Dad’s Garage, The Basement Theatre, and Laughing Skull.
We think a good comedy show is a must every now and then. So, here at OTL City Guides, we’ve devoted an entire page to comedy in Atlanta. You’ll find upcoming comedy shows and links to buy tickets and a complete list of comedy clubs in Atlanta, GA.
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