Table Of Contents
- Golden Comedy Club
- La Scène Barbès – The hype institution of the 18th arrondissement
- Kidology – More than a comedy club, an unmissable experience!
- The Marco Polo Comedy Club in Châtelet
- The Sébastopol Comedy Club
- Micro Plié Comedy Club
- La Seine Ouverte: stand-up comedy on a barge
- Le Loup Comedy République
- The Joke Comedy Club
- The Madame Sarfati Comedy Club
- Le Paname Art Café
- Le Point Virgule
- The Jamel Comedy Club
You’ll agree with us that there’s nothing like a good dose of humor to cheer you up. Now ubiquitous in the capital, comedy clubs are the perfect solution to all our problems. Open stages, open mic, stand-up, monologues, shows… Want to experience a memorable evening in a friendly atmosphere alongside the best comedians and stand-up artists? Discover our top picks for the best comedy clubs in Paris. Try them out, you’ll thank us later!
Golden Comedy Club
Rising stars and established comedy greats take to the stage at theGolden Comedy Spot. Nestled in Paris’s 2nd arrondissement, this stand-up temple welcomes only professional comedians. Kyan Khojandi, Kev Adams, Fabrice Eboué, Yassine Belattar, and Paul Mirabel have all performed here and could return at any time to surprise the audience. Every evening, the cream of the French-speaking comedy scene comes together for unique shows.
📍Location: Golden Comedy Spot, 36 rue Dalayrac, 75002 Paris
La Scène Barbès – The hype institution of the 18th arrondissement
If there’s one comedy club that sets the 18th arrondissement alight, it’s La Scène Barbès. Located on Rue d’Oran, this must-visit venue cultivates the spirit of New York clubs: dim lighting, proximity to the artists, and an electric atmosphere.
When it comes to programming, the standards are high. Comedy Night welcomes established comedians, while La Nouvelle Vague showcases emerging talent spotted and supported by the club. Depending on the week, you’ll regularly see artists such as Félix Junier, Ayrton Gomes, Alicia C’est tout, and Reda Saoui.
Another plus: here, the ticket price includes the artists’ fees (no tip jar), and there is no minimum purchase. It’s a committed, inclusive, and cutting-edge venue, perfect for discovering the best of Parisian stand-up comedy.
📍Location: La Scène Barbès – 11 rue d’Oran, Paris 18th arrondissement
Kidology – More than a comedy club, an unmissable experience!
On the legendary Boulevard Saint-Michel, Kidology is reinventing Parisian evenings with an irresistible mix of stand-up comedy, sophisticated cocktails, and Mediterranean cuisine.
Every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, five comedians take turns performing in a one-hour show, in a friendly atmosphere where the audience rewards the artists with tips.
Before or after the show, raise a glass and enjoy yourself in this festive venue with its chic yet relaxed atmosphere.
📍39 Boulevard Saint-Michel, Paris 5th arrondissement
The Marco Polo Comedy Club in Châtelet
The Marco Polo Comedy Club, founded in 2018 by two engineer cousins taken under the wing of Jamel Debbouze, offers a unique mix of established comedy stars and the stand-up comedians of tomorrow. Located in the heart of Paris, a few steps from the Châtelet train station, Marco Polo is quite simply the new El Dorado of laughter! Paul Mirabel, Az, Haroun, Redouane Bougheraba, Odah & Dako, Tareek, Samuel Bambi, Observateur, Marine Ella, Benito, Nashup, David Azria, Julien Essome, Nordine Ganso, Marouane Sista, Nick Muokoko, Richard Sabak… They have already graced the stage at Marco Polo, and may well be back again.
📍Location: Le Marco Polo, 33 rue Berger, 75001
The Sébastopol Comedy Club
Your next fit of laughter will be sponsored by the Sébastopol Comedy Club. Nestled in a private cinema in the heart of a 4-star hotel, every Friday and Saturday, it welcomes the new generation of comedians for evenings of humor and letting go. This new Parisian stand-up scene is establishing itself as a must-see among the local cultural scene. And with good reason, as the program never ceases to surprise, serving up only the cream of the crop of comedy. Haroun, Paul Mirabel, Meryem Benoua, Naïm, Nordine Ganso, and Fary are just a few examples of the renowned artists who have already graced the stage at Sébastopol.
📍Location: Hôtel 123 Sébastopol, 123 boulevard de Sébastopol, Paris 2
Micro Plié Comedy Club
In Châtelet, nestled in the Bar des Halles, is a comedy venue like no other. The Micro Plié comedy club features the big names of today’s stand-up scene alongside the talents of tomorrow. To give you an idea, comedy greats such as Paul Mirabel, Redouane Bougheraba, Haroun, Nordine Ganso, Franjo, Tony Saint Laurent, and many others have already graced this now legendary stage. Every evening, five comedians take center stage in an intimate setting. What’s more, the ticket includes a drink before or after the show. Bring cash, because the artists are paid by passing the hat!
📍Location: Bar des Halles, 71 Rue Saint-Honoré, Paris, 75001
La Seine Ouverte: stand-up comedy on a barge
We’ve found you a plan to make sure you start the week off on the right foot! It takes place every Monday evening in an unusual setting. Yes, because get ready, this new kind of stand-up comedy takes place on a barge! Take a seat aboard theCONCORDE ATLANTIQUE, an ultra-cozy barge moored on the quays, and enjoy an hour and a half of pure stand-up comedy, performed byleading figures in the world of humor at La Seine Ouverte. Please note: admission is €11 with a drink included, and the artists are paid by passing the hat.
📍Location: Concorde Atlantique, Quai Anatole France
Le Loup Comedy République
Paul Mirabel, Fary, Melha Bedia, Doully, Verino, Hakim Jemili, Shirley Souagnon…You’ve probably heard of these names, and they’ve all performed on this Parisian stage, which is based in a Parisian hotel: the 1K. Every week, the comedians at Le Loup bring you their best jokes and punchlines for an hour of laughter, far from the problems of everyday life. Each show is different, so you can come back as many times as you like. Bonus: one drink is included in the ticket price, but you can also choose the show + dinner option and enjoy Mexican street food (tacos, guacamole, etc.), or an option with a main course and dessert with Peruvian influences, the hallmark of the venue.
📍Location: 1K Paris Hotel, 75003 Paris
The Joke Comedy Club
In its chic setting and understated atmosphere, the Joke Comedy Club welcomes you to the 4th arrondissement with the cream of the crop of the French stand-up scene. Every evening, five or six comedians take to the stage to give you a memorable experience, armed with sharp humor and well-aimed jokes . New for the fall: several themed evenings per week, focusing on current events and adult topics, and two open mic nights to discover the talents of tomorrow!
📍Location: The Joke, 37 rue Quincampoix, 75004 Paris
The Madame Sarfati Comedy Club
Conceived by the popular comedian Fary and designed by world-renowned street artist JR, the Madame Sarfati Comedy Club is a little gem in Paris. From Wednesday to Sunday, this unusual venue with an arty atmosphere invites big names in comedy to perform on one of the city’s most popular stages. Every evening, the bar and finger food accompany the laughter and joy caused by five stand-up comedians, in a true work of art designed by JR, aptly namedRendez-vous. Intimate, creative, and artistic with a capital A, the Madame Sarfati Comedy Club is a Parisian must-see.
📍Location: Le Madame Sarfati, 49 Rue Berger, 75001 Paris
Le Paname Art Café
How could we write a list of the best comedy clubs in Paris without mentioning the Paname Art Café, whose stage at the famous “Paname” metro sign is instantly recognizable? Open seven days a week, this mecca of Parisian humor in the 11th arrondissement lends its stage to the big names of today and tomorrow, with a program revealed only on the day itself on their social media. Reservations are often fully booked , so it’s best to book and let the surprise come to you!
📍Location: Le Paname Art Café, 14 Rue de la Fontaine au Roi, 75011 Paris
Le Point Virgule
Le Point Virgule is one of Paris’s must-see venues. Its red façade has adorned the Rue Sainte-Croix-de-la-Bretonnerie in the Marais for several decades, as has its stand-up stage since 1978! Le Trempoint, a stage where the future greats of comedy cut their teeth, precedes the evening program, where famous comedians on tour perform between performances ofLes Fourberies de Scapin orL’Avare, as Le Point Virgule is also a theater. A monument of Parisian stand-up comedy.
📍Location: Le Point Virgule, 7 rue Sainte-Croix-de-la-Bretonnerie, 75004 Paris
The Jamel Comedy Club
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Who hasn’t heard of the Jamel Comedy Club? This temple of comedy has helped the biggest names get their start in the business. Today, you can still discover new stand-up gems and rising stars at this unique venue in Paris!
📍Location: The Jamel Comedy Club, 42 Boulevard de Bonne Nouvelle, 75010 Paris