Best Places To See Stand Up Comedy In Sacramento

This isn't the '80s when there was a comedy joint on every corner, but it's undeniable that we need laughter in our lives. Stand Up is one of the most pure forms of comedy, and Sacramento hasn't forgotten that we need laughter. From the top shelf, national comics to the amateur instructional venues, here are some top spots to get your chuckle on in Sac Town.

Sacramento Comedy Spot
1050 20th St., Suite 130
Sacramento, CA 95811
(916) 444-3137
www.saccomedyspot.com

Almost every night, The Sacramento Comedy Spot brings laughs 6 nights a week. Standup, sketch, improv - it's all there. Just hit up their website for more details. The Comedy Spot also give classes and instruction via their comedy workshop, The Lab. They do it all, and they want you to be able to do it, too. Check out all that The Sacramento Comedy Spot has to offer - your funny bone will thank you later.

Punch Line Sacramento

2100 Arden Way
Sacramento, CA 95825
(916) 925-5500
www.punchlinesac.com

If you are looking for straight up, stand up, the Punch Line is arguably the best of what's around. When the big names come through town the Punch Line is where they come through. Comedians like Dave Chappelle, D.L. Hughley, Chelsea Handler, Bill Bellamy, Chris Rock and Bobby Lee have all graced the Punch Line stage. A full service bar with craft beers on tap await the most thirsty comedy crowd. This is a full service venue, providing all you'd ever need for a night of fun and entertainment.

Laughs Unlimited

1207 Front St.
Sacramento, CA 95814
(916) 446-8128
www.laughsunlimited.com

Down by the river, there's a comedy joint that does so much more than comedy. Open everyday of the week except Monday, the Laughs Unlimited Comedy Club and Lounge has live music, DJs, a Tex-Mex menu . . . oh, and comedy 6 nights a week. Meant for the later night crowd, music takes the early spot, while laughs take you to closing. They have stand up in a traditional setting, group entertainment, and even a comic-for-hire service that will bring the laughs to your organizational event. There is also a 2 drink minimum for all attendees.

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Tommy T's Comedy Club

12401 Folsom Blvd.
Rancho Cordova, CA 95742
(916) 608-2233
www.tommyts.com

Stepping a bit past the city limits, there's another spot for laughs. Tommy T's has a range that's not just for the late night crowd, as this venue has plenty of all-ages shows, too. A full menu tickles your palate as well as your funny bone, while a mixology type bar has you covered on libations. Come one, come all - take a drive and you'll be welcome here to tend to all your rib tickling fancy.

2230 Arden Way, Suite B
Sacramento, CA 95825
(916) 243-8541

www.comedysportzsacramento.com

Alight, Comedy Sportz aren't necessarily stand up, but if you've ever been to one, you know it's just as good as any stand up. Comedy Sportz Sacramento doesn't have comedy about sports. Rather they make a sporting event out of comedy, with teams vying for the most laughs, and using your interactive suggestions to do it. If you and your group are looking to do more than just sit around watching people, then this venue will give you the sense of engagement you need.

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