Comedy Venues in New Orleans

Browse comedy clubs, improv theaters, lounges, and stand-up venues in New Orleans.

Updated: September 25, 2026

8 Comedy Venues

New Orleans has 48 upcoming comedy shows across clubs, theaters, and lounges. Next up: September 29, 2026 at The Howlin Wolf. Tickets start at $23, averaging $68. Updated September 25, 2026.

The most complete guide to comedy venues in New Orleans for 2026–2027.

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Featured Comedy Venues

Browse comedy clubs, improv theaters, casinos, lounges, and entertainment venues hosting stand-up comedians, touring acts, comedy festivals, and live performances throughout New Orleans and surrounding areas.

#	Venue	Comedy Shows	Current Event
1	The Howlin Wolf New Orleans	46	Comedy Beast Sep29,20267:30 PM	View Comedy Events
2	The Fillmore - New Orleans Capacity: 2,200 \| New Orleans	24	Daniel Sloss Oct29,20266:00 PM	View Comedy Events
3	The Joy Theater Capacity: 1,200 \| New Orleans	19	Bingo Loco Oct17,20266:00 PM	View Comedy Events
4	Saenger Theatre - New Orleans Capacity: 2,736 \| New Orleans	11	Ali Siddiq Nov28,20268:00 PM	View Comedy Events
5	Mahalia Jackson Theater for the Performing Arts Capacity: 2,243 \| New Orleans	8	Terry Fator Oct02,20267:30 PM	View Comedy Events
6	The Civic Theatre Capacity: 1,200 \| New Orleans	6	Atsuko Okatsuka Dec11,20267:00 PM	View Comedy Events
7	Orpheum Theater - New Orleans Capacity: 1,500 \| New Orleans	5	D.L. Hughley & Don Lemon Nov07,20267:00 PM	View Comedy Events
8	The Den at The Howlin Wolf New Orleans	2	Comedy Beast Oct13,20267:30 PM	View Comedy Events

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Find comedy venues by location, venue type, neighborhood, capacity, or upcoming performances. Explore venue details, seating information, and comedy show schedules.

Mahalia Jackson Theater for the Performing Arts

New Orleans, LA

Theatre

Upcoming Comedy Events: 2

Next Event: Oct 02, 2026

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Orpheum Theater - New Orleans

New Orleans, LA

Theatre

Upcoming Comedy Events: 2

Next Event: Nov 07, 2026

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Saenger Theatre - New Orleans

New Orleans, LA

Theatre

Upcoming Comedy Events: 3

Next Event: Nov 28, 2026

Upcoming Comedy Events: 1

Next Event: Dec 11, 2026

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The Den at The Howlin Wolf

New Orleans, LA

Comedy Venue

Upcoming Comedy Events: 1

Next Event: Oct 13, 2026

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The Fillmore - New Orleans

New Orleans, LA

Comedy Venue

Upcoming Comedy Events: 1

Next Event: Oct 29, 2026

Upcoming Comedy Events: 31

Next Event: Sep 29, 2026

Upcoming Comedy Events: 7

Next Event: Oct 17, 2026

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Venues by Type

🎤 Comedy Clubs

Dedicated venues featuring stand-up comedians and touring acts.

😂 Improv Theaters

Improvisational comedy performances and comedy productions.

🎭 Performing Arts Venues

Theaters hosting comedy tours, specials, and live shows.

🎰 Casino Venues

Comedy performances at casinos and entertainment resorts.

🍸 Comedy Lounges

Intimate venues featuring local and regional comedians.

🎟️ Multi-Purpose Venues

Entertainment venues hosting comedy and live events.

🎪 Festival Venues

Comedy festivals, outdoor comedy events, and special showcases.

🏨 Resort Venues

Hotels and resorts hosting comedians and comedy weekends.

Comedy Venue Types

Where Comedy Shows Take Place

Venue Type	Examples
Comedy Clubs	Stand-up comedy and touring comedians
Improv Theaters	Improvisational comedy performances
Theaters	Comedy tours and special performances
Casinos	Comedy shows and entertainment events
Lounges	Local comedy nights and showcases
Entertainment Centers	Comedy and live entertainment
Festival Venues	Comedy festivals and special events
Outdoor Venues	Seasonal comedy events and festivals

About Comedy Venues

Live Comedy in New Orleans

Comedy venues in New Orleans include comedy clubs, improv theaters, casinos, lounges, and performing arts venues. Explore locations hosting stand-up comedians, touring comedy acts, improv shows, comedy festivals, and live entertainment throughout the region.

Upcoming Comedy Shows at New Orleans Venues

See what's on at the venues listed below — comedy shows happening soon across New Orleans.

Sep
29
2026
7:30 PM
Tue
COMEDY
Best Value
Comedy Beast
Comedy Beast
The Howlin Wolf
The Howlin Wolf
70130, 907 S Peters St New Orleans, LA70130, 907 S Peters St New Orleans, LA, US
From $41Avg. price ~ $68Tickets Remaining: 16
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Oct
01
2026
8:00 PM
Thu
COMEDY
Comedy Gumbeaux
Comedy Gumbeaux
The Howlin Wolf
The Howlin Wolf
70130, 907 S Peters St New Orleans, LA70130, 907 S Peters St New Orleans, LA, US
From $55Avg. price ~ $75Tickets Remaining: 16
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Oct
02
2026
7:30 PM
Fri
COMEDY
High Demand
Terry Fator
Terry Fator
Mahalia Jackson Theater for the Performing Arts • 2,243 seats
Mahalia Jackson Theater for the Performing Arts
70116, 1419 Basin Street New Orleans, LA70116, 1419 Basin Street New Orleans, LA, US
From $67Avg. price ~ $77Tickets Remaining: 2
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Oct
02
2026
8:00 PM
Fri
COMEDY
Mike Goodwin
Mike Goodwin
The Howlin Wolf
The Howlin Wolf
70130, 907 S Peters St New Orleans, LA70130, 907 S Peters St New Orleans, LA, US
From $57Avg. price ~ $97Tickets Remaining: 22
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Oct
03
2026
8:00 PM
Sat
COMEDY
Weekend Event
Corey O'Brien
Corey O'Brien
The Howlin Wolf
The Howlin Wolf
70130, 907 S Peters St New Orleans, LA70130, 907 S Peters St New Orleans, LA, US
From $57Avg. price ~ $97Tickets Remaining: 24
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Comedy Venues FAQ

Common Questions About Comedy Venues

What types of comedy venues are included?

The directory includes comedy clubs, improv theaters, casinos, lounges, theaters, entertainment centers, and festival venues.

Can I see upcoming comedy shows at each venue?

Yes. Venue pages include comedian schedules, upcoming performances, dates, and ticket information when available.

Are venues located only in New Orleans?

No. Listings may include nearby suburbs, entertainment districts, and regional comedy destinations.

What is the difference between a comedy club and an improv theater?

Comedy clubs primarily host stand-up comedians, while improv theaters focus on unscripted comedy performances.

Do venue pages include seating information?

Many venue pages include seating details, venue capacity, accessibility information, and ticket options.

Are casino comedy venues included?

Yes. Casino entertainment venues hosting comedy performances may be included.

Can I find smaller local comedy venues?

Yes. The directory includes both major comedy venues and smaller clubs featuring local performers.

How often are venue listings updated?

Venue information and comedy schedules are updated regularly as new shows are announced.