The comedy scene in Fargo continues to grow... you can find open mic nights filling several days of the week, and major acts arrive to perform nearly monthly. The city even hosted its very first Fargo Comedy Fest in February 2019.
So, without further ado, if you're looking for late-night laughs in Fargo, here's where to go.
Open Mic Nights
The Cellar
Every Wednesday night at 9:00 p.m. Fargo's only dedicated comedy club hosts its open mic comedy night. Grab a beer from Front Street Taproom and head downstairs to the intimate Cellar comedy space for a line-up of local comedians working on their jokes. If you want, feel free to take the stage and try out a few of your own!
614 Main Ave, Fargo | (701) 566-7226
Babb's Coffee House
For improv comedy, instead of stand-up, you can head to the basement of Babb's Coffee House for a show by Tornado Shelter Improv (highlighted below!).
605 Main Ave, Fargo | (701) 271-0222
The Troll Lounge
Amped School of Music hosts an all-ages open-mic night on the first Thursday of each month at the Troll Lounge and clean comedy is welcome.
722 2nd Ave N, Fargo | (701) 232-9222
Big Comedy Acts
Looking to attend a professional comedy show? Look to these spots.
Sanctuary Events Center
This church turned gorgeous events center has many concerts and comedy events throughout the year. Check their events calendar for upcoming comedy shows.
670 4th Ave N, Fargo | (701) 404-9006
The Cellar
Besides open mic nights, The Cellar also hosts dedicated comedy shows by up-and-coming and seasoned comedians. Check their Facebook page for upcoming events.
614 Main Ave, Fargo | (701) 566-7226
Fargo Brewing Company
The Hall at Fargo Brewing Company is now a top location for concerts, comedy acts, events, and more. This inside events space has floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking University Dr. and opens up into the brewing space to remind you that you are, in fact, in a brewery.
Need some liquid courage before you perform? Grab one of Fargo Brewing's craft beers.
610 N University Dr, Fargo | (701) 478-2337
The Fargo Theatre
The historic Fargo Theatre books comedians regularly, so you can watch their routines from the comfort of a movie theater seat in this art deco interior. Check their events calendar for upcoming events.
Look out for the Fargo Comedy Fest, held in February each year!
314 Broadway N, Fargo | (701) 239-8385
Bluestem Amphitheater
In the summer, this outdoor amphitheater holds some major comedy events (as well as musicals, concerts, and more). Looking for something specific? Just check their website.
801 50th Ave S, Moorhead
The Troll Lounge
It's not just Ole and Lena jokes! The Troll Lounge brings big-name regional and national comedians to their legendary stage each month. The lounge is conveniently hidden inside the Sons of Norway Kringen Klub in downtown Fargo. Check their events calendar for upcoming shows.
722 2nd Ave N, Fargo | (701) 232-9222
Local comedy groups
Linebenders
The oldest local comedy group, the Linebenders customize their shows for the audience, working from their space, The Comedy University.
Tornado Shelter Improv
Tornado Shelter Improv is a pay-as-you-like (in other words, free) improv comedy show that takes place in the basement of Babb's Coffee House.
To see all upcoming comedy events, check out our events calendar (make sure you filter by comedy!) to find your next laugh.
