Comedy Oakland is the Bay Area’s longest-running independent stand-up comedy show, delivering live comedy in Oakland since 2009. Voted “Best Comedy Night” in the East Bay Express Readers’ Poll from 2016-2025, we present a rotating lineup of local and touring comedians - industry pros, rising stars, and diverse voices shaping today’s comedy scene. Our performers have appeared on TV and radio, performed at major comedy festivals and leading comedy clubs, and taken the stage across the country and around the world.
Unlike traditional comedy clubs, there are no drink minimums and no hidden fees. No tolls required for a great night of live stand-up. Free street parking is typically available nearby. Comedian-owned and comedian-run, Comedy Oakland has been featured in the San Francisco Chronicle, ABC7, KPFA 94.1FM, SF Examiner, and East Bay Express.
From the waterfront to Broadway nights, Comedy Oakland is where the Bay Area comes to laugh.
This show is Ages 21+
Clara Bijl
(SF Sketchfest, Edinburgh, Punch Line, Cobbs)
Yael Schy
(Alameda Comedy)
Lester Ransom
(HBO's Los Espookys)
Nicole Tran
(Punch Line San Francisco)
Candy Shaw
(Last Comic Standing)
Samson Koletkar
(Mahatma Moses Comedy Tour)
This show is Ages 21+
Hazem Jamal
(Ice House, Fourth Wall)
Cathy Zhao
(Opened for Margaret Cho)
Guile Mosher
(Comedy Oakland)
Sarah Guth
(Cobb's Comedy Club)
Ajay Damodaran
(SF Sketchfest)
Samson Koletkar
(Mahatma Moses Comedy Tour)
Nick Larson
(Featured for Comedy Network Live)
Danielle Arce
(ABC/Hulu)
Honotan Ortiz
(Cobb's)
Nate Schwartz
(Opened for Tom Rhodes)
Priya Shekar
(Desi Comedy Fest)
Ajay Damodaran
(SF Sketchfest)
This show is Ages 21+
Molly Sokhom
(NZ International Comedy Festival)
Stoyan Angelov
(San Francisco Punch Line)
Art Galustyan
Emma Brennan
(Cobbs Comedy Club)
Jason Hamilton
(Comedy Oakland)
David Nguyen
(Opened for Anthony Jeselnik)
Corde Snell
(Amazon Prime)
Ian Williams
(MTV)
Tammy Tea
(Comedy Oakland's Tournament of Champions)
Bryan Lee
(Tommy's Ts)
Ajay Damodaran
(SF Sketchfest)
Samson Koletkar
(Mahatma Moses Comedy Tour)
Meet the folks that bring you 250+ shows featuring 400+ comedians entertaining 10,000+ audiences every year!
Samson is the world's only Indian Jewish standup comedian & has performed across USA, Canada, and India.
Ira is a 2-time U.S. Comedy Contest finalist, featured on Sirius XM & has performed in 25 states across the U.S.
Aaron is a Moth Storyslam champion, TEDx speaker, & World Championship of Public Speaking Finalist.
A Bay Area native, his giddy delivery has led him on a determined path to make you wheeze, shake your head, and laugh.
Candy Shaw (née Churilla) has appeared on Last Comic Standing & stood 3rd in California's Funniest Female Contest.
David is a “non-practicing Mexican” comedian who also hosts a hard hitting, fast paced - David D’s Comedy Dojo.
David was a finalist in the Rooster T Feathers & Battle of the Bay competitions, & has opened for Anthony Jeselnik.
Jason is a half black half Asian writer and comedian performing regularly across the Bay Area.
Joseph has appeared at SF Sketchfest, Bridgetown and Tower City Comedy Festivals, & opens for Jimmy Yang.
Priya Shekar is a Kiwi comedian in tech, with witty storytelling and a voice that’s 90% charm, 10% "I need subtitles."
Dave is originally from Minneapolis and also hosts Safe Words, SMILF & Mental Health Comedy Hour.
OAKTOWN ROOST
A boutique downtown Oakland hotel blending vintage charm, modern comfort, and soulful hospitality, now partnering with Comedy Oakland to create a seamless “Laugh & Stay” experience.
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QUINN'S LIGHTHOUSE
A seafood bar offering a unique blend of American and Asian flavors.
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ELBO ROOM
A two-story 21+ venue with bars upstairs and down, great drinks, and unbeatable vibes.
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