Louisville Laughs is your source for comedy in the ‘Ville
Comedy shows, open mics, contests and the Superlist of Louisville Comedy.

Joke-Off is back for 2026! Twenty-four comics go head-to-head telling their best jokes, and judges Mandee McKelvey, Keith McGill and Sean Smith, with help from the audience, determine the Joke-Off champ. Tickets


Louisville Laughs has you covered on Valentine’s Day weekend with a show on Friday, Feb. 13, with headliner Mandee McKelvey at the TEN20 Clarksville Taproom. On Feb. 14, we have a terrific show planned at Roselynn Hill Winer in Jeffersontown. Feb. 13 tickets || Feb. 14 tickets

Louisville Laughs is offering comedy classes on Feb. 21 and Feb. 22. Classes are geared for new comics or comics looking to make the next step. Instructors include Keith McGill, Bret Sohl and Creig Ewing. Register here.

Check out all the Louisville Laughs shows on tap for Febuary here.

Check out all the shows in the city in the Superlist of Louisville Comedy.
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Comedy shows
Louisville Laughs puts on a variety of comedy shows and open mics at venues through the city, featuring local, regional and nationally touring comics. Upcoming shows

Full-SERVICE Comedy
Louisville Laughs also holds classes to learn comedy or host to host shows. We can also put together a show for your event or venue. Contact Louisville Laughs

SUPERLIST OF COMEDY
Louisville Laughs publishes the Superlist of Louisville Comedy and updates it every week. I has all the shows and open mics in the area. View the Superlist


How can I sign up. I’ve did comedy for a few years
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