North America boasts a vibrant comedy scene, with renowned clubs scattered across major cities and hidden gems tucked away in unexpected corners. From the iconic stages of New York City and Los Angeles to the underground hotspots of Chicago and Toronto, these venues have launched the careers of countless comedians and continue to shape the landscape of modern humor. This comprehensive overview delves into the most celebrated comedy clubs across the continent, exploring their unique atmospheres, notable alumni, and the role they play in nurturing both established talent and up-and-coming performers. Whether you’re a comedy enthusiast planning a laughter-filled road trip or an aspiring comic looking to make your mark, this guide will serve as your roadmap to the best spots for stand-up, improv, and sketch comedy in North America.

USA

• New York
  • Albany
    • Funny Bone, 1 Crossgates Mall Rd #K – 206, Albany, NY 12203.
  • New York City
    • The Stand, 116 E 16th St, New York, NY 10003. This multi-floor comedy club and restaurant has been hosting the best comics since 2012.
    • Gotham Comedy Club, 208 W 23rd St, New York, NY 10011.
    • Comedy Cellar, 117 MacDougal St, New York, NY 10012.
    • New York Comedy Club
      • East Village, 85 E 4th St, New York, NY 10003.
      • Midtown, 241 E 24th St, New York, NY 10010.
    • Village Underground, 130 W 3rd St, New York, NY 10012.
    • Grove 34, 31-83 34th St, Queens, NY 11106.
    • Eastville Comedy Club, 487 Atlantic Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11217.
    • Rodney’s, 1118 1st Ave., New York, NY 10065.
    • West Side Comedy, 201 W 75th St, New York, NY 10023.
    • The Pit, 154 W 29th St, New York, NY 10001.
  • Poughkeepsie
    • Laugh it up, 35 Main St, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601.
• California
  • Burbank
    • Flappers, 102 E Magnolia Blvd, Burbank, CA 91502.
  • La Jolla
    • The Comedy Store, 916 Pearl St, La Jolla, CA 92037.
  • Los Angeles
    • The Comedy Store, 8433 Sunset Blvd, West Hollywood, CA 90069. Founded in 1972, and one of the most iconic comedy clubs.
    • Laugh Factory, 8001 Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90046.
    • Laugh Factory, 151 S Pine Ave, Long Beach, CA 90802.
    • Hollywood Improv, 8162 Melrose Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90046.
    • Jetpack Comedy Club, 7702 Santa Monica Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90046.
  • Pasadena
    • The Ice House, 24 N Mentor Ave, Pasadena, CA 91106.
  • Sacramento
    • Laughs Unlimited, 1207 Front St, Sacramento, CA 95814.
  • San Francisco
    • Cobb’s Comedy Club, 915 Columbus Ave, San Francisco, CA 94133.
• Texas
  • Austin
    • Comedy Mothership, 320 E 6th St, Austin, TX 78701.
    • Cap City Comedy Club, Bldg B, 11506 Century Oaks Terrace Unit 100, Austin, TX 78758.
    • Creek and The Cave, 611 E 7th St, Austin, TX 78701.
  • Dallas/Fort Worth
    • Hyena’s Comedy Club Dallas, 5321 E Mockingbird Ln, Dallas, TX 75206.
    • Hyena’s Comedy Club Fort Worth, 425 Commerce St, Fort Worth, TX 76102.
  • Houston
    • The Houston Improv, 7620 Katy Fwy #45, Houston, TX 77024.
    • The Riot Comedy Club, 2010 Waugh Dr, Houston, TX 77006.
  • San Antonio
• Colorado
  • Denver
    • Comedy Works, 1226 15th St, Denver, CO 80202.
• Connecticut
  • Stamford
    • New York Comedy Club, 230 Tresser Blvd, Stamford, CT 06901.
  • Bridgeport
    • Stress Factory Comedy Club, 167 State St, Bridgeport, CT 06604.
  • Hartford
    • Funny Bone Comedy Club, 194 Buckland Hills Dr Suite #1054, Manchester, CT 06042.
• Georgia
  • Atlanta
    • The Punchline Comedy Club, 3652 Roswell Rd, Atlanta, GA 30342.
• Illinois
  • Chicago
    • The Second City, 1608 N Wells St f4, Chicago, IL 60614.
• Michigan
  • Grand Rapids
    • Dr. Grin’s Comedy Club, 20 Monroe Ave NW #3f, Grand Rapids, MI 49503.
• New Jersey
  • New Brunswick
    • Stress Factory Comedy Club, 90 Church St, New Brunswick, NJ 08901. An iconic comedy club opened in 1994.
• New Mexico
  • Albuquerque
• Oregon
  • Portland
    • Helium Comedy Club, 1510 SE 9th Ave, Portland, OR 97214.
• Pennsylvania
  • Philadelphia
    • Punch Line, 33 E Laurel St, Philadelphia, PA 19123.
    • Helium Comedy Club, 2031 Sansom St, Philadelphia, PA 19103.

Canada

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