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Comedy Shows in the Capital Region
Stand-up, improv, and open mic nights across the Capital Region.
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Felipe Esparza: Summer Loving Tour
Funny Bone Comedy Club · Albany
6:30 PM · From $32
Felipe Esparza: Summer Loving Tour
Funny Bone Comedy Club · Albany
9:15 PM · From $32
Live Comedy Saratoga Springs
Artisanal Brew Works · Saratoga
TBD · From $25
Live Comedy Saratoga Springs at Artisanal Brew Works
Artisanal Brew Works · Saratoga
TBD · From $25
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Ian Bagg
Funny Bone Comedy Club · Albany
6:30 PM · From $37
Ian Bagg
Funny Bone Comedy Club · Albany
9:15 PM · From $37
Comedian Martin Lawrence brings show to Schenectady
The Spot 518 · Capital Region
TBD
Martin Lawrence: “Y’all Still Know What It Is!” Tour
M&T Bank Center · Schenectady
TBD
Live Comedy Saratoga Springs at Artisanal Brew Works
Artisanal Brew Works · Saratoga
TBD · From $25
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where are the best comedy clubs in Albany and the Capital Region?
Funny Bone Comedy Club at Crossgates Mall is the Capital Region's most active comedy venue, booking nationally touring headliners nearly every weekend. Lark Hall and The Hollow Bar + Kitchen in Albany also host comedy nights. In Schenectady, Proctors occasionally programs comedy. For a unique experience, Caffe Lena in Saratoga Springs books acoustic comedians alongside their folk music lineup.
Are there open mic comedy nights near me in the Capital Region?
Yes. Several venues across Albany, Troy, and Saratoga run open mic nights on a rotating basis. Check the event listings above for upcoming open mic comedy nights. These events are typically free to attend and a great way to see emerging local comics.
How much do comedy shows cost in the Capital Region?
Prices vary by venue and performer. Funny Bone tickets typically range from $20 to $45 for headliner shows, with drink minimums. Open mic nights and bar comedy shows are usually free. Improv and sketch shows at smaller venues tend to be $10 to $20.
What comedy shows are happening this weekend near Albany?
Check the listings above for this weekend's comedy shows across Albany, Saratoga Springs, Troy, and Schenectady. Funny Bone runs shows Thursday through Sunday most weeks. We update our comedy listings weekly with new shows as they're announced.
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