Where to See a Comedy Show in Calgary

Head to one of these four comedy venues when you need a laugh.

The Comedy Cave

The Comedy Cave hosts performers Tuesday through Sunday and also offers dinner-and-show packages for large groups. You can make reservations in advance but your spot is only guaranteed for up to 45 minutes before the show. The Comedy Cave also enforces a two-drink- (or $7.50) minimum-per-person rule. Order your food before the show begins to avoid the rush.

1020 8 Ave. S.W., 403-287-1120, comedycave.com

 

The Laugh Shop

Photograph by Neil Zeller

Located within the Blackfoot Hotel, the Laugh Shop hosts performers Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays in its 300-capacity room. Shows usually include a well-known marquee act with locals and emerging performers as the openers. The Laugh Shop has partnered with the hotel to offer dinner-and-a-show packages. The location is not particularly transit-friendly, though there is plenty of free parking.

5940 Blackfoot Tr. S.E., 403-255 6900, thelaughshopcalgary.com

 

Loose Moose Theatre Company

Photograph by Breanna Kennedy

Loose Moose is an improv training and performance company whose roots in the city date back to 1977. Notable Loose Moose alumni include Rebecca Northan, members of the Kids In the Hall and the FUBAR guys. The company’s current theatre is southeast of the Stampede Grounds at Crossroads Market, just a few blocks in either direction from the many craft breweries in Inglewood, Ramsay and Manchester.

1235 26 Ave. S.E., 403-265-5682, loosemoose.com

 

Yuk Yuk’s Calgary

Comedian Brendan Schaub at Yuk Yuk’s Calgary, photograph by Third Eye Arts.

Located on the second floor of the Elbow River Casino, Yuk Yuk’s is one of the most well-known comedy clubs in the city, with a pro-amateur open-mic night every Wednesday where you can discover your new favourite comedian (or tighten your own set). There’s an underground parkade for patrons free of charge (accessible via 18th Ave. S.E.) and a public parking lot on the south side of the casino. It’s also a short walk from the Stampede CTrain station. Make sure to show up early if you don’t want to share a table with others — though that’s sometimes part of the fun.

218 18 Ave. S.E., 403-258-2028, yukyuks.com/Calgary

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