Comedy Venues in New Orleans
Browse comedy clubs, improv theaters, lounges, and stand-up venues in New Orleans.
- Updated: November 10, 2026
- 8 Comedy Venues
New Orleans has 36 upcoming comedy shows across clubs, theaters, and lounges. Next up: November 14, 2026 at The Joy Theater. Tickets start at $18, averaging $121. Updated November 10, 2026.
The most complete guide to comedy venues in New Orleans for 2026–2027.
- 36 Comedy Shows
- Nov 14 Next Show
- $18 Lowest Price
- $121 Average Price
- Next comedy show:
- Kerwin Claiborne
- Nov 14 · 8:00 PM · The Joy Theater
- View Tickets
Featured Comedy Venues
| # | Venue | Comedy Shows | Current Event | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Howlin Wolf New Orleans | 25 | Comedy Beast Nov17,20267:30 PM | View Comedy Events | |
| 2 | The Joy Theater Capacity: 1,200 | New Orleans | 18 | Kerwin Claiborne Nov14,20268:00 PM | View Comedy Events | |
| 3 | Saenger Theatre - New Orleans Capacity: 2,736 | New Orleans | 13 | Ali Siddiq Nov28,20268:00 PM | View Comedy Events | |
| 4 | Orpheum Theater - New Orleans Capacity: 1,500 | New Orleans | 9 | Bianca Del Rio Feb17,20278:00 PM | View Comedy Events | |
| 5 | The Civic Theatre Capacity: 1,200 | New Orleans | 6 | Atsuko Okatsuka Dec11,20267:00 PM | View Comedy Events | |
| 6 | Smoothie King Center Capacity: 18,500 | New Orleans | 5 | Matt Rife Dec30,20268:00 PM | View Comedy Events | |
| 7 | Mahalia Jackson Theater for the Performing Arts Capacity: 2,243 | New Orleans | 5 | Gary Owen Feb21,20277:00 PM | View Comedy Events | |
| 8 | UNO Lakefront Arena Capacity: 8,933 | New Orleans | 1 | Legends of Laughter: Bruce Bruce, Lavell Crawford, Adele Givens & Sheryl Underwood Apr10,20277:00 PM | View Comedy Events | |
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🎤 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.
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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.- Nov 14, 2026, 8:00 PM Sat — COMEDY, High Demand, Weekend Event: Kerwin Claiborne at The Joy Theater • 1,200 seats,
1200 Canal Street, New Orleans, LA 70112. From $37, Avg. price ~ $91, Tickets Available: 431. View Tickets - Nov 17, 2026, 7:30 PM Tue — COMEDY, Best Value: Comedy Beast at The Howlin Wolf, 907 S Peters St, New Orleans, LA 70130. From $18, Avg. price ~ $82, Tickets Remaining: 18. View Tickets
- Nov 19, 2026, 8:00 PM Thu — COMEDY: Comedy Gumbeaux at The Howlin Wolf, 907 S Peters St, New Orleans, LA 70130. From $22, Avg. price ~ $84, Tickets Remaining: 18. View Tickets
- Nov 24, 2026, 7:30 PM Tue — COMEDY, Best Value: Comedy Beast at The Howlin Wolf, 907 S Peters St, New Orleans, LA 70130. From $18, Avg. price ~ $82, Tickets Remaining: 18. View Tickets
- Nov 26, 2026, 8:00 PM Thu — COMEDY: Comedy Gumbeaux at The Howlin Wolf, 907 S Peters St, New Orleans, LA 70130. From $22, Avg. price ~ $41, Tickets Remaining: 20. View Tickets