Stand-up comedy in Indianapolis.
The Wit Theater is Indy's home for live stand-up comedy, with nationally touring headliners and the best local comedians on our Main Stage every week. Grab dinner, grab a drink and settle in for a big night of laughs.
Late night stand-up may include jokes about sensitive topics such as politics, social issues and personal experiences. Viewer discretion is advised.
Who's on stage next
When are the stand-up shows?
Stand-up runs every week at The Wit Theater. See who's coming up above, or browse the full ticket page.
- Every Thursday · 8:00 PM
Wit Open Mic Night (17+)
New material, first-timers and seasoned local comics working out their best bits.
Want to perform? Sign up here - 1st Saturday of the month · 8:00 PM
Saturday Stand Up (17+)
Featuring national and regional touring acts.
- 2nd Saturday of the month · 8:00 PM
Saturday Stand Up (17+)
Featuring national and regional touring acts.
Looking to get booked?
We book national, regional and local headliners for our Saturday shows. Email standup@cszindianapolis.com.
A great night out in Indy, with the laughs built in.
Planning a date night, a night out with friends, or just need something fun to do in Indianapolis this weekend? Our adult comedy nights deliver big laughs in an intimate theater setting.
Rotating headliners
National and regional touring comedians take the Main Stage, so every show is a different lineup.
Fresh local talent
Catch Indy's rising comics before they're household names. You never know who's about to break out.
An intimate room
An intimate theater setting, the way stand-up is meant to be seen.
National headliners, right here on Shelby St.
The Wit Theater has been honored to host numerous national and regional touring acts on our Main Stage, including:
- Tommy DavidsonIn Living Color
- Kevin McDonaldThe Kids in the Hall
- Darren BrandWild 'n Out
- J. Anthony BrownTyler Perry's Assisted Living
- Jimmy PardoNever Not Funny podcast
Where is The Wit Theater?
We're at 3808 Shelby St., Suite 1, Indianapolis, IN 46227. Parking is available on the south side of the building. Get directions and parking details.
How old do you have to be to attend?
Our stand-up shows are 17+. Late night sets may include jokes about politics, social issues and personal experiences, so viewer discretion is advised.
When are stand-up shows in Indianapolis?
Wit Open Mic Night is every Thursday at 8:00 PM. Saturday Stand Up, featuring national and regional acts, runs at 8:00 PM on the 1st and 2nd Saturdays of each month.
Can I get food and drinks during the show?
Yes. We serve a full menu of food and beverages. See our food and drink menu.
Can I get a refund on my tickets?
All stand-up ticket sales are non-refundable.
How can I perform stand-up at The Wit?
Sign up for Wit Open Mic Night on Thursdays. Comedians looking to be booked for a Saturday show can email standup@cszindianapolis.com.
Your weekend plans just got funnier.
Live stand-up comedy in Indianapolis every week. Seats are limited in our intimate theater, so grab your tickets early.