Laughter is the best medicine and is very good for your health. That’s why we believe that doctors should prescribe these Comedy Clubs in Lisbon, as a way of relieving the stress of everyday life for many Lisboners.
Lisbon is also a city where stand-up comedy seems to have caught on. Since the first episode of “Levanta-te e Ri”, which aired on SIC, the Portuguese have never let go of this type of entertainment.
We could even go so far as to say that Portugal has never had so many comedians, a generation that makes us laugh every day through satire on all kinds of subjects, from simple everyday life to politics, social issues and even love relationships.
There’s something for everyone, so we’d like to give a round of applause to all our comedians: thank you for making our days brighter.
Comedy clubs versus theaters
There are still few places dedicated solely to the art of making us laugh, but there are some venues in the city where certain evenings are dedicated to these sessions full of humor, clever jokes and hilarious performances.
In these Comedy Clubs in Lisbon you’ll find a spectacularly cozy and intimate atmosphere, unlike what you might find, for example, in large theaters or pavilions, which many of our comedians use for their own shows.
In Comedy Clubs you’ll find spaces that are generally smaller and more intimate, allowing for a more direct connection between the comedians and their audience, and it’s this closeness that is able to offer you a unique experience, where the laughs flow freely and you feel part of something special.
It’s also in these smaller venues that you’ll find everything from established comedians to beginners, and it’s here that you’ll find the great talents that make us laugh today on various digital platforms.
At these Comedy Clubs in Lisbon you’ll also have the chance to attend themed performances and special evenings, from improvisation to shows in other languages, or even a Battle or Roast, which is when two comedians battle each other with the power of their jokes, or when they get together to make jokes about a third person, respectively.
Comedy Clubs in Lisbon…
Lisboa Comedy Club
At the Lisboa Comedy Club you’ll always find a stage with the best comedians, some more experienced, others younger, newcomers, on nights that are always unique, full of surprises, but where laughter is guaranteed, or at least a smile.
The venue also has a bar, a restaurant with snacks to share and, if you think you’re the funniest in your group of friends, there’s an open micevery night, all you have to do is sign up in advance by emailing booking@lisboacomedyclub.pt.
Address: Avenida Duque de Loulé 3A (Saldanha)
Hours: Tuesday to Saturday, 7pm to midnight
Reservations: open-mic via booking@lisboacomedyclub.pt; dinners via reservas@lisboacomedyclub.pt
Chiado Comedy Club
Also well-known in the capital is the Chiado Comedy Club, which is characterized by being a comedy club where you can watch stand-up comedy shows, as well as take part in various online workshops! And if you like black humor, then you should go to the Chiado Comedy Club, because it’s one of the house specialties.
The big difference with the previous comedy club is that the Chiado Comedy Club is also itinerant and can take its shows to various venues in the city or surrounding areas.
And, just like the Lisboa Comedy Club, the Chiado Comedy Club also has open-micnights, some of the funniest and most hilarious you’ll find in the city. You can sign up via of this form.
Address: Rua Manuel Soares Guedes 13A (Chiado)
Schedule: on request
Reservations: open-mic via form
… and other places to watch stand-up comedy
Apart from the exclusive venues where stand-up comedy is king and queen of Lisbon’s laughter nights, there are some spaces, usually bars, that offer special comedy nights, and it’s these spaces that we’ll get to know next.
Com Calma – Cultural Space
In this bar you can find a bit of everything when it comes to performing arts, but since we’re talking about making you laugh, we’d like to highlight the improvisation evenings this bar usually offers, as well as workshops and quiz games.
That’s why it’s a good idea to check before you go to find out what kind of show they have scheduled.
Address: Rua República da Bolívia 5C (Benfica)
Hours: Wednesday to Sunday, from 5:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m
More information: via e-mail
Camones – Art & Bar
In this friendly bar in Graça you can enjoy intimate concerts and fun open-mic nights that are always different.
The jam sessions with IMPROMIX, where you yourself decide how the whole show unfolds, in a 100% original and very entertaining performance , are one of the good reasons to stop by.
Oh, that’s right, at Camones you can also bring your pet along to keep you company on the most hilarious nights out on the town.
Address: Rua Josefa Maria 4B (Graça)
Tickets: at Fever
Evoé Space
Evoé is an acting school that always hosts very funny stand-up comedy shows, and one of the next ones will be the “If you know what I mean” by Raphael Ghanem, on July 25.
Before this show, you’ll also be treated to the always entertaining and unique performances of IMPROMIX, who are here at the july 9th.
In addition to these shows, there are many others, which you can check out at website of this interesting cultural space.
Address: Rua Canastras 36-40 (Baixa)
Schedule: various dates
Tickets: IMPROMIX at Fever; Raphael Ghanem at Fever
Rotterdam Club
Rotterdam is a bar that is located on the famous Pink Street, in the Cais do Sodré, dedicating every Friday to hilarious stand-up comedy sessions, which he called “Cais a Rir”.
These evenings always start at 10pm and last an hour, where you can laugh with some of the best comedians in Lisbon.
Address: Rua Nova do Carvalho 28 (Cais do Sodré)
Hours: Fridays, from 10 p.m. to 11 p.m