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Comedy in Iowa City
Planning a comedy night in Iowa City, IA? This page tracks live stand-up in and around the city as dates are announced — club shows, showcases, open mics, and touring headliners, all with lineups and ticket details in one place.
Comedy venues in and around Iowa City include Willow Creek Theatre Company, Studio 13, and The James Theater. Browse every room on our comedy clubs directory.
Ticket prices range from free open mics to ticketed headliner shows, and every listing shows the final all-in price up front — no surprise fees at checkout. New shows are added regularly, so it's worth checking back or setting Iowa City as your home scene.
Looking further afield? Explore comedy nearby in Cedar Rapids, IA, Davenport, IA, Moline, IL, Bettendorf, IA, and Clinton, IA.