I won’t be in town this Labor Day weekend, so you all will have to soak up the DC comedy for me! In return, I promise to let you know if there’s anything funny going on in Rehoboth.
This week in DC Comedy
Some highlights from District Comedians this week: LIT puts on a sketch show, Dojo hosts its third annual Labor Day duel, and Bottomless Mimos-ha’s serves you funny sunny-side up.
Monday, August 27
Your fave anti-Monday show, The Comedy Shuffle, is at Bier Baron Tavern at 8pm.
Definitely Real Comedy hosts Humans Telling Jokes at Moreland’s Tavern at 8pm.
Broken Mic Comedy hosts Give It Up For the Ladies at Shenanigan’s at 8pm.
Tuesday, August 28
LYGO DC hosts their weekly happy hour showcase HOT BEEF! every Tuesday at Desperados Burgers and Bar at 6pm.
If you’re into mixing art forms, check out Color Me Funny to paint and hear some great comedy at The Ugly Mug at 6:30pm. ($30–$40)
The Pinch Hitters host their comedy showcase at The Pinch tonight at 7:30pm.
This week’s Harold Night features WIT ensembles Heirloom and LIZARD GIRL at 8pm and Out Sick and Wonder Whale at 9pm at Source.
Phil & a Mic showcases local stand-ups every Tuesday at Bier Baron Tavern at 8:30pm.
Wednesday, August 29
If you’re ready to get “intimate af,” head to Maddy’s Bar and Grille to see some stand-up from Robert Mac at 7pm.
Jacob Williams is at DC Comedy Loft with shows tonight and Thursday at 7:30pm. ($10)
Laugh Index Theater hosts its monthly Sketch Night at DCAC at 8pm. ($12)
Underground Comedy’s weekly showcases at Rí Rá Irish Pub and The Big Hunt happen every Wednesday at 8pm.
U Don’t Kno Jack happens every Wednesday at Town Tavern at 8pm.
Thursday, August 30
Happy Hour Comedy happens every Thursday at Cafe Saint-Ex at 6pm.
Steve Byrn headlines at DC Improv this weekend with shows tonight at 7:30pm, Friday at 7:30pm and 9:45pm, Saturday at 7pm and 9:30pm, and Sunday at 7pm. ($20–$22)
Adams Morgan comedy night is every Thursday at 8pm at Town Tavern.
Underground Comedy hosts a weekly local stand-up showcase every Thursday at Reliable Tavern at 8pm.
Friday, August 31
Ryan O’Flanagan headlines at Drafthouse this weekend with shows tonight and Saturday at 7pm and 9pm. ($20)
DC Improv hosts the DMV Comedy Showcase tonight and Saturday with shows at 7:30pm and 9:45pm. ($17)
Check out The DC Comedy Showcase at Club Heaven and Hell tonight or Saturday at 7:30pm. ($5–$15)
Alice Wetterlund is at DC Comedy Loft this weekend, with shows tonight and Saturday at 7:30pm and 9:45pm. ($15)
Head to Dojo for the third annual Great Labor Day Weekend Duo Duel with rounds tonight and Saturday at 8pm and 9:30pm and an early 6pm show on Saturday. ($10)
John Poveromo is also at DC Comedy Loft this weekend, with shows tonight at 8pm and 10pm and Saturday at 7pm and 9:30pm. ($15)
Underground Comedy presents their weekly stand-up showcase at The Big Hunt at 9:45pm. ($20)
Weekly open-mic, Attack of the Comics, is at Drafthouse at 10:45pm.
Saturday, September 1
Maher Daniel takes the stage at Flash tonight at 8pm. ($8–$15)
Three Guys On hosts their weekly comedy showcase at Drafthouse at 10:45pm.
Sunday, September 2
Check out Bottomless Mimos-ha’s at Wonderland Ballroom at 1pm if you like to mix your comedy with a little early morning alcohol.
Underground Comedy hosts their weekly showcase at Wonderland Ballroom at 8pm.
Get your laughs in!
Comedy is a labor of love, so celebrate your favorite DC comedians warmly this holiday weekend.
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Other events you might be interested in
If you’re a funny lady who wants to meet other funny ladies, head to Red Derby for the Women’s Comedy Workshop on Sunday, September 2 at 8pm.
