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Top Comedy Venues in Los Angeles, CA
Good C=comedy belongs on stage—and Los Angeles has no shortage of spaces that know how to spotlight it. Whether you’re in Silver Lake, North Hollywood or near downtown, you’ll find rooms with lighting, sound systems, and the right layout to keep the energy high. Some venues are perfect for tight crowds and quick sets, others suit full showcases or filming. If you’re ready to run a proper stand-up night or just need a venue with the right tech and layout to get laughs going, LA has it. Search and book the best stand-up comedy venues now.
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![The Cats Crawl - Studio B at The Cats Crawl in East Hollywood, Los Angeles, CA]()
from $199
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityThe Cats Crawl - Studio B
120 guestsThe Cats CrawlEast Hollywood, Los Angeles, CALLauren J.
“It was the perfect space for our Spider-Man-themed movie party! I would love to rent it again.” -
![Theater at DOMA Arts Complex in Downtown Los Angeles, CA]()
from $100
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityTheater
65 guestsDOMA Arts ComplexDowntown Los Angeles, CABBrookly D.
“Great communication, large venue, good sound system, and nice restrooms!!” -
![The Eastwood Mainstage at Eastwood Performing Arts Center in East Hollywood, Los Angeles, CA]()
from $200
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityThe Eastwood Mainstage
100 guestsEastwood Performing Arts CenterEast Hollywood, Los Angeles, CA
#Supervenue
The stage could be used for stand-up comedy, talks, or small plays. The lighting is soft and gives the room a welcoming feel, making it a great space for intimate performances or events. -
![Songbird Space at Songbird in Chinatown, Los Angeles, CA]()
from $1000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilitySongbird Space
50 guestsSongbirdChinatown, Los Angeles, CA
#Supervenue
DDiana X.
“Thank you both for great communication and allowing us to have a wonderful holiday party at your venue!” -
![Studio A at Skiptown Playhouse in East Hollywood, Los Angeles, CA]()
from $115
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityStudio A
40 guestsSkiptown PlayhouseEast Hollywood, Los Angeles, CASSuhana C.
“Everyone else who worked there was super friendly. Our show was issue-free, and everyone had a blast.” -
![The Oxford Underground at Eastwood Performing Arts Center in East Hollywood, Los Angeles, CA]()
from $125
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityThe Oxford Underground
32 guestsEastwood Performing Arts CenterEast Hollywood, Los Angeles, CA
#Supervenue
The center is a great choice for screenings, performances, stand-up comedy, and live shows. The design of the space is simple yet professional, with comfortable seating and great lighting that brings any performance to life. -
![Executive Office at Promenade Playhouse in Hollywood, Los Angeles, CA]()
from $40
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityExecutive Office
1 guestsPromenade PlayhouseHollywood, Los Angeles, CAMManny &.
“Natalia was also very nice and she gave us a tour of the space before our guests arrived.” -
![Studio A at The Noho Actor's Studio in Near Los Angeles, CA]()
from $40
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityStudio A
48 guestsThe Noho Actor's StudioNear Los Angeles, CA
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Studio A is a black-box performance space with 48 seats and a 30-foot-wide by 19-foot-deep stage. There is a backstage area and tech booth available for performance rentals. -
![Strategy and Soul Theater at Movie Theater and Gallery Space in South lA in Leimert Park, Los Angeles, CA]()
from $100
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityStrategy and Soul Theater
100 guestsMovie Theater and Gallery Space in South lALeimert Park, Los Angeles, CAThe Strategy & Soul Theater in South Los Angeles is a 1,000 sq ft venue with seating for up to 100 guests. It is often used for film screenings, panel discussions, graduations, training sessions, support groups, fundraisers, -
![Hudson Mainstage at Hudson Theatres in Hollywood, Los Angeles, CA]()
from $375
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityHudson Mainstage
99 guestsHudson TheatresHollywood, Los Angeles, CAOur Mainstage has brought Los Angeles multiple award-winning hit shows such as Bare! The Musical, Roger Bean’s Life Could Be A Dream, and Thrones! the Musical Parody, The Wild Party with Sally Kellerman, the West Coast Premiere -
![Main Stage at The Wilshire Ebell Theatre in Mid-Wilshire, Los Angeles, CA]()
from $10750
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityMain Stage
1238 guestsThe Wilshire Ebell TheatreMid-Wilshire, Los Angeles, CAThe Wilshire Ebell Theatre is a historic performance venue in Los Angeles, suitable for live theatre, concerts, comedy shows, dance performances, award ceremonies, and community events. -
![Main Room at Mayan Music Venue in Downtown Los Angeles, CA]()
from $7000
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityMain Room
600 guestsMayan Music VenueDowntown Los Angeles, CAThe Mayan serves as a historic event space which functions as an event space in Downtown Los Angeles with its exceptional architectural design and ability to host large events.
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Booking costs of stand-up comedy venues average $199 hire fee per hour. Costs vary depending on guest capacity, popularity, location, and amenities like sound systems or bar services. Extra charges may apply for custom catering, decor, or event planning services. Packages with add-ons, such as DJs, photo booths, or other entertainment services, can also increase the overall cost. Check out the typical price ranges in Los Angeles, based on Tagvenue data:
| From $100 | to $338 | hire fee per hour |
| From $3000 | to $8000 | minimum spend per event |
| From $3500 | to $10000 | hire fee per day |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated September 2026), the best options include:
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Songbird Space at Songbird in Chinatown - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘Can’t wait to book with you again.’ -
The Cats Crawl - Studio B at The Cats Crawl in East Hollywood - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘I would love to rent it again.’ -
The Eastwood Mainstage at Eastwood Performing Arts Center in East Hollywood - rated 4.8/5
Venue said: The center is a great choice for screenings, performances, stand-up comedy, and live shows. The design of the space is simple yet professional, with comfortable seating and great lighting that brings any performance to life.
You'll find stand-up comedy venues in various sizes, from smaller spots to larger venues; keep in mind that the type of space and your chosen layout will affect the capacity! Below you can see the typical venue sizes in Los Angeles, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (September 2026):
| Small | up to 60 guests | prices average $100 hire fee per hour |
| Medium | between 100 and 150 guests | prices average $250 hire fee per hour |
| Large | over 175 guests | prices average $300 hire fee per hour |
These are the venues within 0.5 mi from central Los Angeles, available to book on Tagvenue:
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Downtown Warehouse Loft at Studio 537
on 537 Ceres Avenue - 0.5 mi from center.
Venue said: 5,000 Sq Ft Warehouse with 20ft ceiling - Multilevel with 3 side rooms, close to everything DTLA has to offer - Be as loud as you want! -
Retail with Bar and Mezzanine at Modern Flex Space in DTLA Theater District
on 950 South Broadway - 0.5 mi from center.
Our user said: ‘Three restrooms for guests and easy load in for vendors.’ -
The Rooftop at The Rooftop
on 1049 South Los Angeles Street 300 - 0.5 mi from center.
Venue said: With amazing add-ons such as a Plexiglass platform, Flame Throwers and a Lobby Room with fitting space and a make-up desk.
Based on Tagvenue data (as of September 2026), users looking for stand-up comedy venues most commonly go for these venue types:
| Theatre | prices average $125 hire fee per hour | typically between 50 and 500 guests |
| Event Venue | prices average $150 hire fee per hour | typically between 60 and 155 guests |
| Bar | prices average $500 hire fee per hour | typically around 100 guests |
| Photo / Film Studio | prices average $295 hire fee per hour | typically between 10 and 200 guests |
| Nightclub | prices average $500 hire fee per hour | typically between 250 and 350 guests |
Smaller stand-up comedy venues usually fit up to 60 guests seated. Here are some great options in Los Angeles, based on Tagvenue data as of September 2026:
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Hudson Guild at Hudson Theatres, rated 5/5 - auditorium / conference room for 43 guests
Venue said: This jewel box stage is perfect for solo shows as well as smaller cast plays. The Hudson Guild has hosted numerous hits including the Hollywood premiers of Saugerties with Chad L. -
Entire Venue at The Green Room on Ventura, rated 4.9/5 - event venue for 60 guests
Our user said: ‘They have a nice bar area with a small fridge. There is only one bathroom but we didn't have a problem.’ -
The Game Room at Lawless Brewing Co., rated 5/5 - function room for 40 guests
Our user said: ‘This place was exactly what we were looking for, a small-medium sized room with music, tables and games.’
Cheap stand-up comedy venues in Los Angeles start from $2000 minimum spend per event or $1750 hire fee per day. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026:
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SparkHouse Cafe & Bar at SparkHouse, from $2000 minimum spend per event (up to 50 guests seated)
Venue said: Sparkhouse is an event venue in Downtown Los Angeles, offering a collection of spaces inside a restored historic building. Each room has its own look, making the venue suitable for a wide range of private and business events. -
Live Stream Studio at Atomic Studios, from $1750 hire fee per day (up to 75 guests seated)
Venue said: Atomic Studios offers an affordable, versatile space in the heart of North Hollywood, Los Angeles. For a single flat rate, you get access to a pre-lit Green Screen Studio, Black Void Studio with an optional extension, and... -
The Enchanted Manor at Enchanted Manor, from $3800 hire fee per event (up to 100 guests seated)
For smaller venues, 2 to 4 weeks ahead is usually enough. If you’re looking to secure a weekend night or planning a larger ticketed event, aim to book 6 to 8 weeks in advance. High-demand venues in Downtown, Hollywood, and Silver Lake tend to book out quickly, especially Thursday through Saturday nights.
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