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Comedy in Atlanta this weekend

Every stand-up, improv and open mic show in Atlanta from Fri Oct 16 to Sun Oct 18, checked against each venue's own calendar. Tap a show to buy from the official seller.

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Where to see comedy in Atlanta

Atlanta's comedy is spread out, from a big headliner club in Alpharetta to a 74-seat room in Midtown and an improv theatre in the Old Fourth Ward.

Helium Comedy Club

3070 Windward Plaza · Alpharetta

  • 18+ with ID, so it's one of the few headliner clubs open to under-21s.
  • Two rooms: the main showroom for touring headliners and The Other Room for smaller shows.
  • Two-item minimum per person in the showroom. Food or drinks from the showroom menu count; bar purchases don't.
  • Many headliner shows offer a Couple's Package with premium seats and a $90 food and drink credit.
  • About 40 minutes north of downtown Atlanta without traffic.
Official site →All upcoming Helium Comedy Club shows →

Laughing Skull Lounge

878 Peachtree St · Midtown

  • A 74-seat club in the back of the Vortex restaurant.
  • 21+ only.
  • The Best of Atlanta showcase runs Thursday to Sunday with about 10 pro comics doing 10 minutes each.
  • Monday to Wednesday open mics cost $15 and feature around 20 comics.
Official site →All upcoming Laughing Skull Lounge shows →

Dad's Garage

569 Ezzard St SE · Old Fourth Ward

  • Atlanta's improv theatre, with several different improv shows each week.
  • The Bottle Tree plays late on Friday and Saturday at 10 PM.
  • Community Jam on Tuesdays is a low-key night to see improv.
  • Prices and age guidance are on each show's page.
Official site →All upcoming Dad's Garage shows →

Good to know

Quick answers for planning a comedy night in Atlanta.

Is Helium Atlanta actually in Atlanta?

It's in Alpharetta, a northern suburb. Plan on about 40 minutes from downtown without traffic.

Can under-21s see comedy in Atlanta?

Yes, at Helium, which is 18+. The Laughing Skull is 21+. Dad's Garage lists age guidance per show.

Where can I see comedy any night of the week?

The Laughing Skull runs open mics Monday to Wednesday and its Best of Atlanta showcase Thursday to Sunday.