All New: New Material Night at Hotbed
8:00pm
Weekly
Hotbed
Comedians test new jokes at Hotbed on Monday and Tuesday evenings. This recurring new-material show is free.
DC Standup Comedy
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Underground Comedy at Hotbed
8:00pm Wed/Thu/Sun; 11:30pm Fri/Sat
Weekly
Hotbed
Hotbed hosts this free stand-up series throughout the week. Wednesday, Thursday, and Sunday shows start at 8pm; Friday and Saturday editions start at 11:30pm.
DC's Best Showcase: Hotbed Weekends
8:00pm and 9:45pm
Weekly
Hotbed
This ticketed showcase features stand-up comedians on Friday and Saturday nights. Choose an early or late show and confirm the lineup when booking.
Melissa Villaseñor at DC Improv
7:30pm Thu; 7:30pm and 9:45pm Fri; 7:00pm and 9:30pm Sat
2026-11-05, 2026-11-06, 2026-11-07
DC Improv
The comedian and impressionist headlines the main showroom for three nights. Select the performance time when buying tickets.
Jerrod Carmichael at DC Improv
7:30pm
2026-11-10, 2026-11-11
DC Improv
Jerrod Carmichael performs two main-room stand-up shows. This is a phone-free event with devices secured in Yondr pouches during the performance.
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