7 budget-friendly comedy venues in San Antonio — including 4 free open mic nights. All venues below have starting ticket prices under $20 or offer free entry.
1900 Fredericksburg Rd Ste 102, San Antonio, TX
House Party Improv is a community-focused improv comedy theater located at 1900 Fredericksburg Road, Suite 102, in San Antonio's Deco District. The theater offers improv shows, sketch comedy performances, and drop-in open mic nights in an intimate, all-ages setting. House Party Improv also runs improv classes and workshops for beginners through advanced students, making it a hub for San Antonio's emerging comedy community. The small theater seats approximately 75 guests and maintains an accessible, welcoming atmosphere. Its location in the Deco District places it near local restaurants and shops on the near west side of San Antonio. Tickets are affordably priced and available through the theater's website.
4441 Walzem Rd, San Antonio, TX
Upstage Comedy Lounge is a stand-up comedy club located at 4441 Walzem Road in San Antonio, Texas, on the city's northeast side. The club books national and regional touring comedians for Friday and Saturday night shows, with two performances per evening. The venue features a full bar and a casual lounge atmosphere that seats approximately 150 guests. Upstage also hosts open mic nights on select weeknights, giving local comedians a regular stage in the northeast San Antonio area. The Walzem Road location is easily accessible from Loop 410 and offers free parking in the adjacent shopping center lot. Tickets are available through the club's website.
1920 Fredericksburg Rd, San Antonio, TX
Woodlawn Comedy presents stand-up comedy and variety shows at The Woodlawn Theatre, a historic performance venue at 1920 Fredericksburg Road in San Antonio's Deco District. The Woodlawn Theatre is a beloved local landmark that has hosted live entertainment since the 1940s, and the comedy programming brings a mix of local showcases, touring comedians, and open mic nights to its approximately 200-seat main stage. The all-ages venue is a natural fit for the neighborhood's arts-focused community on the near west side of San Antonio. Woodlawn Comedy events are ticketed and available through the comedy brand's website, with bar service available at most shows. The historic setting gives performances a distinctive character not found at purpose-built comedy clubs.
618 Northwest Loop 410, San Antonio, TX
Laugh Out Loud Comedy Club, always a non-smoking showroom and club, is conveniently located in Park North Plaza at Loop 410 and Blanco.
11950 STARCREST DR #210, San Antonio, TX
The Little Improv Theatre is the Home of ComedySportz! We are San Antonio's best spot for improv comedy.
606 N Presa St Suite LL 101, San Antonio, TX
Riot Riverwalk Comedy Club is a professional stand-up comedy venue located at 606 North Presa Street, Suite LL 101, on San Antonio's famous River Walk. The club is part of The Riot brand, which operates multiple Texas locations, and brings national and regional touring comedians to one of the city's most visited entertainment districts. The venue is situated in the lower level of a Riverwalk building, offering an intimate comedy room with full bar service and a menu of appetizers. Shows run Thursday through Saturday with two shows per night on weekends. The Riverwalk location makes Riot an easy add-on to a night out in downtown San Antonio, with dozens of restaurants and bars within walking distance. Tickets are available through the club's website.
7959 Broadway Suite 509, San Antonio, TX
Green Haven Comedy Club is a stand-up comedy venue located at 7959 Broadway, Suite 509, in the Alamo Heights area of San Antonio, Texas. The club books national and regional touring comedians for Friday and Saturday evening shows, with two performances per night on weekends. The venue seats approximately 120 guests in a lounge-style setting with full bar service. Green Haven's Broadway corridor location puts it in one of San Antonio's most active dining and entertainment neighborhoods, with easy access from Loop 410 and free parking in the adjacent shopping center. The club offers a more intimate alternative to larger San Antonio venues, with a focus on quality bookings and a relaxed atmosphere. Tickets are available through the club's website.
Go on Weeknights
Tuesday through Thursday shows are almost always cheaper than weekend performances. Some clubs offer $5–$10 weeknight specials.
Try Open Mic Nights
Open mic nights are free or under $5 and are a great way to discover new comedians. Many future headliners got their start at local open mics.
Check for Promo Codes
Many clubs offer discount codes through their email lists or social media. Follow your favorite San Antonio venues on Instagram for flash deals.
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