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All Shows in September 2025
  • Saturday September 6th 11:30PM
  • The Nasty Show
  • This ain’t your grandma’s stand up. Forget about cute puns and adorable observations and strap in for a night of in-your-face, no-holds-barred comedy! We compiled the best comics in Chicago, removed their leashes and let them loose...just for you. It may get dark. It may get dirty. It may make you question what’s appropriate to laugh at in public. And it absolutely will be a night you will never forget...whether you like it or not!
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  • Monday September 8th 08:00PM
  • Headliners
  • This isn’t open mic night. It’s a handpicked lineup of seasoned pros bringing their best, all on one stage. The Headliners deliver the kind of sets you’d usually have to wait until the end of the night to see—back to back. Come see why Chicago remains one of the best comedy cities in the country, one headliner at a time.
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  • Tuesday September 9th 07:30PM
  • Fresh Faces Chicago
  • Fresh Faces is where the next wave of standout comics takes the spotlight. For nearly a decade, the Laugh Factory has been a launchpad for Chicago’s top comedic talent—and this weekly showcase is your chance to catch the city’s hottest up-and-coming performers before everyone else does. Every Tuesday, we feature three handpicked comedians who are either brand new to the Laugh Factory stage or quickly becoming crowd favorites alongside club regulars, seasoned veterans, and nationally touring headliners. Come discover the new wave of Chicago comedy!
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  • Tuesday September 9th 09:00PM
  • Open Mic
  • Every Tuesday at 9PM, we hand the mic to comedians brave enough to test their material, confess their weird thoughts, or just try to get one laugh before spiraling. Newbies, veterans, and delusional geniuses all welcome. Sign-ups are from 7PM-7:20PM. We pull 15 names out of a bucket promptly at 7:20PM. Sets are3 minutes. Audience laughs not guaranteed, but the attempt is priceless.
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  • Thursday September 11th 09:00PM
  • What Could Go Wrong?
  • The comedy show where everything is perfect and goes incredibly smooth with no interruptions or distractions from anyone or anything...please I promise you that this will be a perfectly funny show that will have no hiccups and we will gladly prove it to you when you attend, so please come. Oh god please.
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  • Friday September 12th 09:15PM
  • Something Unexpected
  • Something Unexpected is a stand-up comedy showcase featuring some of the best comics in Chicago—alongside special guests seen on Comedy Central, HBO, Conan, and more. With a killer lineup that changes every show, no two nights are ever the same—except for the part where the audience leaves wanting more. It’s smart, unpredictable, and packed with talent that knows how to deliver. Expect the unexpected… and a really great night of comedy.
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  • Saturday September 13th 11:30PM
  • The Nasty Show
  • This ain’t your grandma’s stand up. Forget about cute puns and adorable observations and strap in for a night of in-your-face, no-holds-barred comedy! We compiled the best comics in Chicago, removed their leashes and let them loose...just for you. It may get dark. It may get dirty. It may make you question what’s appropriate to laugh at in public. And it absolutely will be a night you will never forget...whether you like it or not!
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  • Sunday September 14th 07:00PM
  • Early Bird Special
  • Early Bird Special is a comedy showcase where age comes with a punchline. Featuring a lineup of seasoned comedians all 50 and over, this show brings sharp wit, life wisdom, and the kind of perspective you only get after five decades on the planet. These comics prove that funny doesn't fade with time—it gets better. Come for the early laughs, stay for the late-night energy.
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  • Tuesday September 16th 07:30PM
  • Fresh Faces Chicago
  • Fresh Faces is where the next wave of standout comics takes the spotlight. For nearly a decade, the Laugh Factory has been a launchpad for Chicago’s top comedic talent—and this weekly showcase is your chance to catch the city’s hottest up-and-coming performers before everyone else does. Every Tuesday, we feature three handpicked comedians who are either brand new to the Laugh Factory stage or quickly becoming crowd favorites alongside club regulars, seasoned veterans, and nationally touring headliners. Come discover the new wave of Chicago comedy!
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  • Tuesday September 16th 09:00PM
  • Open Mic
  • Every Tuesday at 9PM, we hand the mic to comedians brave enough to test their material, confess their weird thoughts, or just try to get one laugh before spiraling. Newbies, veterans, and delusional geniuses all welcome. Sign-ups are from 7PM-7:20PM. We pull 15 names out of a bucket promptly at 7:20PM. Sets are3 minutes. Audience laughs not guaranteed, but the attempt is priceless.
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  • Thursday September 18th 07:00PM
  • Whose Lie Is It Anyway?
  • Whose Lie Is It Anyway? brings you a night of comedy and deception like never before! In this high-stakes storytelling showdown, each comic steps up with a story—some are outrageous, others oddly believable—but there’s one question in everyone’s mind: are they telling the truth, or is it all a lie? After each story, the host and audience join forces to interrogate the comic, asking clever questions to trip them up and reveal the truth. The comic’s goal? Stick to their story, whether it’s real or a total fabrication, while dodging the audience's suspicions. The audience votes on whether they think it’s a truth or a lie, adding to the pressure and the fun! Can you spot the truth? Come join the fun and find out!
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  • Thursday September 18th 09:00PM
  • Funny Music Live
  • Join us for a night where the mic stand meets the music stand—and every laugh has its own soundtrack. *Funny Music Live brings together stand-up comics who don’t just tell jokes—they sing, strum, and riff their way through every punchline. This showcase spotlights performers who blend sharp wit with catchy melodies. Enjoy some of the funniest, and silliest Tunes that’ll make you sing-a-long and giggle with some of the very best Comedic Musical Performances in Chicago. A night of Parodies, Novelty tracks, hilarious originals, and other musical stylings curated to make you laugh all night long. Funny Music Live! Not your Dad's Comedy Rock.
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  • Friday September 19th 11:30PM
  • LatinXL
  • Latin XL is a stand-up comedy showcase that brings together some of the funniest and most dynamic Hispanic comedians in the scene. From sharp cultural commentary to personal stories that hit home, this show is big on laughs and even bigger on representation. Come out for a night that’s bold, hilarious, and unapologetically Latin.
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  • Saturday September 20th 11:30PM
  • The Nasty Show
  • This ain’t your grandma’s stand up. Forget about cute puns and adorable observations and strap in for a night of in-your-face, no-holds-barred comedy! We compiled the best comics in Chicago, removed their leashes and let them loose...just for you. It may get dark. It may get dirty. It may make you question what’s appropriate to laugh at in public. And it absolutely will be a night you will never forget...whether you like it or not!
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  • Monday September 22nd 08:00PM
  • Stand Ups Sit Down
  • Stand Ups Sit Down is a stand-up comedy showcase with a twist—after delivering their set, each comic takes a seat for a one-on-one (or two-on-one) conversation with host Paul Farahvar and a rotating special guest host. It’s part performance, part late-night chat, and all about giving the audience a closer look at the people behind the punchlines. Expect smart, sharp comedy followed by candid, often hilarious conversations that go beyond the mic.Donate to Parkinsons here: https://www.paulfcomedy.com/store/p1/tshirt.html
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  • Tuesday September 23rd 07:30PM
  • Fresh Faces Chicago
  • Fresh Faces is where the next wave of standout comics takes the spotlight. For nearly a decade, the Laugh Factory has been a launchpad for Chicago’s top comedic talent—and this weekly showcase is your chance to catch the city’s hottest up-and-coming performers before everyone else does. Every Tuesday, we feature three handpicked comedians who are either brand new to the Laugh Factory stage or quickly becoming crowd favorites alongside club regulars, seasoned veterans, and nationally touring headliners. Come discover the new wave of Chicago comedy!
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  • Tuesday September 23rd 09:00PM
  • Open Mic
  • Every Tuesday at 9PM, we hand the mic to comedians brave enough to test their material, confess their weird thoughts, or just try to get one laugh before spiraling. Newbies, veterans, and delusional geniuses all welcome. Sign-ups are from 7PM-7:20PM. We pull 15 names out of a bucket promptly at 7:20PM. Sets are3 minutes. Audience laughs not guaranteed, but the attempt is priceless.
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  • Friday September 26th 07:00PM
  • First Date Comedy Gameshow
  • The First Date is a comical hunt for love. Chicago's funniest stand-up comedians hit the stage as one audience member is selected from the crowd to be our guest of honor. They are brought on stage but visually separated from the comedians. They are able to hear the jokes, but won't be able to see the faces telling them. After hearing all the sets, they'll have to decide which comic won them over. Once their selection is made, a first date happens live on stage. Will they find love or ask for separate checks?Singles & couples alike come to watch the chaos unfold.
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  • Friday September 26th 09:15PM
  • Something Unexpected
  • Something Unexpected is a stand-up comedy showcase featuring some of the best comics in Chicago—alongside special guests seen on Comedy Central, HBO, Conan, and more. With a killer lineup that changes every show, no two nights are ever the same—except for the part where the audience leaves wanting more. It’s smart, unpredictable, and packed with talent that knows how to deliver. Expect the unexpected… and a really great night of comedy.
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  • Saturday September 27th 11:30PM
  • The Nasty Show
  • This ain’t your grandma’s stand up. Forget about cute puns and adorable observations and strap in for a night of in-your-face, no-holds-barred comedy! We compiled the best comics in Chicago, removed their leashes and let them loose...just for you. It may get dark. It may get dirty. It may make you question what’s appropriate to laugh at in public. And it absolutely will be a night you will never forget...whether you like it or not!
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  • Sunday September 28th 01:00PM
  • Sashay! Comedy and Drag Brunch
  • Every last Sunday of the month at 1:00 pm, Chicago’s legendary Laugh Factory opens itsdoors for Sashay! Sashay brings together some of the nation’s best queer comedians and drag artists for a laugh-out-loud legendary brunch at the Chicago Laugh Factory. But Sashay is more than a brunch, it’s one of the longest-running queer comedy shows in the United States. And you are part of the fun - from slumber party games like you’ve never seen them to the unpredictable and iconic Lip Sync Showdown, you could find yourself sashaying away with fabulous prizes! Sashay is an invitation to step out, step up and be seen, by and with the funniest and hunniest in Chicago. Put on your highest heels or your butchiest boots and step into a new comedy experience.
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  • Sunday September 28th 07:00PM
  • Thank You Chicago
  • Thank You Chicago is a headlining series on the last Sunday of every month at 7PM. Look forward to a night of stand-up with working professional comedians from right here in the Windy City. Performers that have been on your favorite TV shows and/or movies from Hulu, Netflix, and Max, to even theatrical releases. Chicago standup comedians that are writing for the hottest comics & entertainers in the industry right now. These comics have been built by The Chi. And all they want to say is: Thank you Chicago.
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  • Sunday September 28th 09:00PM
  • Brew Comedy
  • Join us every last Sunday of the month at 9 PM for an unforgettable evening of laughter and innovation!Experience the thrill of witnessing Chicago's top comedians as they debut NEVER-BEFORE-HEARD material! This unique showcase is your chance to dive into the minds of your favorite performers and catch a glimpse of their freshest ideas before they hit the mainstream.Hosted by Chris Higgins and Connor Mook, Brew Comedy Night promises an electric atmosphere and tons of surprises! With a lineup of the city's finest comedic talents, you never know what to expect--this is where the laughter happens!Don't miss out on the funniest night of the month that challenges the status quo and pushes comedy boundaries.
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  • Monday September 29th 08:00PM
  • Stand Ups Sit Down
  • Stand Ups Sit Down is a stand-up comedy showcase with a twist—after delivering their set, each comic takes a seat for a one-on-one (or two-on-one) conversation with host Paul Farahvar and a rotating special guest host. It’s part performance, part late-night chat, and all about giving the audience a closer look at the people behind the punchlines. Expect smart, sharp comedy followed by candid, often hilarious conversations that go beyond the mic.Donate to Parkinsons here: https://www.paulfcomedy.com/store/p1/tshirt.html
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  • Tuesday September 30th 07:30PM
  • Fresh Faces Chicago
  • Fresh Faces is where the next wave of standout comics takes the spotlight. For nearly a decade, the Laugh Factory has been a launchpad for Chicago’s top comedic talent—and this weekly showcase is your chance to catch the city’s hottest up-and-coming performers before everyone else does. Every Tuesday, we feature three handpicked comedians who are either brand new to the Laugh Factory stage or quickly becoming crowd favorites alongside club regulars, seasoned veterans, and nationally touring headliners. Come discover the new wave of Chicago comedy!
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  • Tuesday September 30th 09:00PM
  • Open Mic
  • Every Tuesday at 9PM, we hand the mic to comedians brave enough to test their material, confess their weird thoughts, or just try to get one laugh before spiraling. Newbies, veterans, and delusional geniuses all welcome. Sign-ups are from 7PM-7:20PM. We pull 15 names out of a bucket promptly at 7:20PM. Sets are3 minutes. Audience laughs not guaranteed, but the attempt is priceless.
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