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.
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.
When are the stand-up shows?
Stand-up runs every week at The Wit Theater. Check the ticket page for this week's lineup.
- 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.
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.
Stand-Up Comedy Shows in Indianapolis | The Wit Theater
The Wit Theater is Indianapolis’s home for live stand-up comedy, featuring nationally touring headliners and the best local comedians every week. Our Indianapolis comedy club presents a variety of stand up comedy options throughout the month. All sales are non-refundable.
Late Night Stand Up may include jokes about sensitive topics such as politics, social issues, and personal experiences. Viewer discretion is advised.
Why Stand Up Comedy at The Wit Theater?
Looking for a great night out in Indy? The Wit Theater’s stand-up comedy shows bring the laughs every week with rotating headliners and fresh local talent, and a full menu of food and beverages. Whether you’re planning a date night, a night out with friends, or just need something fun to do in Indianapolis this weekend, our adult comedy nights (17+) deliver big laughs in an intimate theater setting. Check the schedule and grab your tickets below.
When are your stand-up shows?
- Every Thursday – Wit Open Mic Night (17+) – 8:00 PM
- Looking to perform? Sign up here.
- 1st Saturdays – 8:00 PM Saturday Stand Up (17+) – featuring national and regional acts
- 2nd Saturdays – 8:00 PM Saturday Stand Up (17+) – featuring national and regional acts
- Looking to get booked? Contact us here.
What kinds of national acts and touring comedians have you had?
The Wit Theater in Indianapolis has been honored to have numerous national and regional touring acts headline our Main Stage.
Some of these national stars include:
- Tommy Davidson (In Living Color)
- Kevin McDonald (The Kids in the Hall)
- Darren Brand (Wild ‘n Out)
- J. Anthony Brown (Tyler Perry’s Assisted Living)
- Jimmy Pardo (Never Not Funny Podcast)
We have also been home to numerous regional and local talent, who are sure to be household names by next year. You never know what kind of hidden talent is going to hit the Wit Theater Main Stage.