The comedy scene in Milwaukee is low key, really REALLY good. Perfect for Date Night, a fun activity with friends, or just a good time for no reason at all, check out our list of where to see stand-up comedy in Milwaukee!
MILWAUKEE COMEDY
- Various Locations: Lakefront Brewery, Dandy, Great Lakes Distillery, and coming soon to Café Centraal!
- SEE THE SCHEDULE
Milwaukee Comedy is the area’s #1 producer of live comedy events – presenting hundreds of live stand up comedy shows every year! This troupe of some of the best in regional and national comics rotates around to locations all around the area, making sure that you have the opportunity to laugh your face off on the regular. New location Café Centraal will be joining the lineup on June 26, July 31, and August 28. Plus, our friends at Milwaukee Comedy also help to bring you the Milwaukee Comedy Festival!
IMPROV
- The Corners of Brookfield, 20110 Lower Union Street, Brookfield
- SEE THE LINEUP
While you may think that with a name like IMPROV, this venue would be the place for on-the-spot, improv troupes to show their skills. But, NO! For that, you want ComedySportz. IMPROV is a nationally known comedy venue for some of the biggest acts in the business.
Just a few of the names who will be coming to IMPROV yet this year include: Cristela Alonzo, Jess Hilarious, Dustin Nickerson, Pete Lee, John Lovitz, Frank Caliendo, Shawn Wayans, and more. You may even catch special events like Drag Queen Bingo and Open Mic Night.
THE LAUGHING TAP
- 206B S 5th St, Milwaukee
- WEBSITE
Milwaukee’s home for comedy is at The Laughing Tap! Presenting weekly live stand-up comedy shows, this is the place where the Milwaukee comedy scene really thrives. The Laughing Tap bar features local craft beer, liquor & cocktails, wine, hard ciders, hard seltzer, non-alcoholic drinks and more! There is no drink minimum.
STAND-UP IN THE STARLIGHT ROOM
- 3rd Street Market Hall, 275 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee
- WEBSITE
Stand-up in downtown! The Starlight Room Series at 3rd Street Market Hall brings hilarious comedians to the heart of downtown Milwaukee. This modern take on the comedy club experience brings lounge seating and VIP experiences along with classic, intimate tables right up front and close to the action.
