Where to see comedy in Wilmington
Wilmington has 7 open venues that book comedy, and 6 of them run something every week. Dead Crow Comedy Room is the busiest, with comedy on 4 nights. The rest of the scene runs out of bars, a brewery and a performing arts hall.
Here's every open room in town, the address, and what actually plays there each week. It's all built from the same data as the Mic Map on the homepage, so it stays in step with the calendar.
| Venue | Address | What runs there |
|---|---|---|
| Dead Crow Comedy Room | 511 N 3rd St | DareDevil Improv Night, Dead Crow Open Mic and Weekend Headliners |
| Barzarre | 1612 Castle St | Barzarre Open Mic |
| Laws & Libations | 108 Grace St | Open Mic Night |
| Tavern Law 1832 | 106 N 2nd St | Tavern Law Comedy Open Mic |
| The Azalea Station | 1502 Castle St | Comedy Powder Keg |
| Waterline Brewing | 721 Surry St | Gruff Goat Showcase |
| Wilson Center | 703 N 3rd St | Touring shows only, check the venue calendar |
Every venue, room by room
Dead Crow Comedy Room
511 N 3rd St, Wilmington, NC 28401
Wilmington's only full-time comedy club. National touring acts every weekend, Thursday open mics, Wednesday improv, and the home of Cape Fear Comedy Festival.
| What | When | Time | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| DareDevil Improv Night | Every Wednesday | 8:30 PM | Free |
| Dead Crow Open Mic | Every Thursday | 8:00 PM | Free |
| Weekend Headliners | Every Friday | 8:00 PM and 10:00 PM | Tickets |
| Weekend Headliners | Every Saturday | 7:00 PM and 9:30 PM | Tickets |
DareDevil Improv Night: Spontaneous improv based on audience suggestions. A different show every week. Graduates of the DareDevil curriculum perform here.
Dead Crow Open Mic: Sheet at 7:00 PM sharp, walk-up. Doors 6:30. Arrive early for the sheet.
Weekend Headliners (Friday): National touring comedians every Friday.
Weekend Headliners (Saturday): Two shows every Saturday.
Last checked July 10, 2026. Worth a quick check with the venue before you go.
Tickets Website InstagramBarzarre
1612 Castle St, Wilmington, NC 28401
Wilmington's longest-running comedy open mic every Monday. The "unusual bar" (formerly Juggling Gypsy) where Nearly Anything Goes!
| What | When | Time | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barzarre Open Mic | Every Monday | 8:00 PM | Free |
Barzarre Open Mic: Signups after 7 PM — starts around 8, runs late
Last checked July 27, 2026. Worth a quick check with the venue before you go.
Website InstagramLaws & Libations
108 Grace St, Wilmington, NC 28401
Downtown bar hosting a free Wednesday comedy open mic, with a different local comic hosting each week.
| What | When | Time | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open Mic Night | Every Wednesday | 8:30 PM | Free |
Open Mic Night: Sign up when you arrive
Last checked July 27, 2026.
Instagram MapTavern Law 1832
106 N 2nd St, Wilmington, NC 28401
| What | When | Time | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tavern Law Comedy Open Mic | Every Monday | 8:30 PM | Free |
Tavern Law Comedy Open Mic: List drops at 7:30 PM — show starts promptly at 8:30 PM
Last checked July 27, 2026.
Website InstagramThe Azalea Station
1502 Castle St, Wilmington, NC 28401
Cargo District bar — home of DareDevil Improv's Comedy Powder Keg showcase.
| What | When | Time | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Comedy Powder Keg | 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month | 7:30 PM | Tickets |
Comedy Powder Keg: DareDevil Improv's twice-monthly SNL-style sketch + improv showcase in the Cargo District. Select Saturdays — check tickets for exact dates. 18+.
Last checked July 25, 2026. Worth a quick check with the venue before you go.
TicketsWaterline Brewing
721 Surry St, Wilmington, NC 28401
Craft brewery home of the bi-monthly Gruff Goat Comedy Showcase. Local and touring stand-ups plus great beer.
| What | When | Time | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gruff Goat Showcase | 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month | 7:30 PM | Free |
Gruff Goat Showcase: Lineup posted via @gruffgoatcomedy
Last checked July 27, 2026.
Instagram MapWilson Center
703 N 3rd St, Wilmington, NC 28401
The big stage. Major touring acts and national comedy shows.
Nothing runs here weekly. It's a room that books comedy when a tour comes through, so watch the venue's own calendar.
WebsiteRooms that closed
We keep these here so you don't turn up to a room that isn't there any more.
- Port City Cheesesteak, 21 N Front St. Closed — the space is now Level 1 Retro Bar & Lounge.
Plan the week
Comedy runs on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday. Tuesday and Sunday are usually dark.
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