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7316 Madison St, Forest Park, IL 60130
www.babscomedyclub.com8:00 PM · Open Mic
Looking for midweek laughs and good vibes? Swing by BABS Comedy Club every Wednesday night for our FREE Open Improv Jam – a fun, no-pressure night of comedy where everyone’s welcome on stage (or just to kick back and enjoy the show)! Each week, one of our hilarious BABS Babes (our house team performers) leads the group through a mix of short-form games, longform scenes, and quick one-liner challenges. Whether you're a total newbie or a seasoned improviser, you'll feel right at home. 🎤 Come to play, or just watch the magic happen🍻 Bar’s open – beers, wines, cocktails, sodas🚫 No drink minimum🎟️ Free entry, always👶 Ages 18+ Make your Wednesdays weird, wild, and full of laughs.BABS Comedy Club – where funny happens (and you're part of it). *Accessibility: Please email babscomedyclub@gmail.com or call (773)916-5565 with accessibility questions or requests. Arrangements can be made to accommodate your needs with prior notice. *Getting here: We are located at 7316 Madison St., between Circle Ave. and Marengo. We are 10 miles west of downtown Chicago, off the 290W Harlem exit. We are a .6 mi walk from the Harlem Blue Line Station, and .8 miles from the Harlem/Lake Green Line Station and UP-W Metra Oak Park Station. *Parking: There is ample metered parking on Madison Street ($1/hour until 8pm) and free street parking in surrounding residential areas. Please be aware of parking signage and permitted areas, and be mindful of our neighbors when entering and exiting the venue. *Food/Drinks: We serve bottled and canned sodas, sparkling waters, beers, and pre-mixed cocktails, as well as small pre-packaged snacks for purchase. We do not provide glasses or straws at this time. If you’re looking for a full meal, we recommend coming out early and enjoying one of the many delicious local restaurants in Forest Park! Outside food is permitted, however we do not provide utensils or napkins.
8:00 PM · Open Mic
🎤 STANDUP OPEN MIC – RAW. REAL. UNCENSORED. 🎤 This isn't Netflix. This isn’t a polished special.This is where comedy is born screaming. Come watch stand-up comics take real risks onstage.New jokes. Wild ideas. Total bombs. Surprise genius.All of it, unfiltered, unpolished, and alive. This is your backstage pass to the creative chaos—A room full of comics throwing darts in the dark,and when they hit? It’s magic. No rules. No limits. No safe words.Just a mic, a crowd, and the fearless pursuit of funny. Support the hustle. Witness the mess. Catch lightning. * FREE Admission! * No drink minimum for guests or comics * Bring Your Own Food! * 3-3.5 minute standup sets depending on list length * Online signups begin every Thursday at noon. Go to our Open Mic Signups page! * Doors Open at 7:30pm *Accessibility: Please email babscomedyclub@gmail.com or call (773)916-5565 with accessibility questions or requests. Arrangements can be made to accommodate your needs with prior notice. *Getting here: We are located at 7316 Madison St., between Circle Ave. and Marengo. We are 10 miles west of downtown Chicago, off the 290W Harlem exit. We are a .6 mi walk from the Harlem Blue Line Station, and .8 miles from the Harlem/Lake Green Line Station and UP-W Metra Oak Park Station. *Parking: There is ample metered parking on Madison Street ($1/hour until 8pm) and free street parking in surrounding residential areas. Please be aware of parking signage and permitted areas, and be mindful of our neighbors when entering and exiting the venue. *Food/Drinks: We serve bottled and canned sodas, sparkling waters, beers, and pre-mixed cocktails, as well as small pre-packaged snacks for purchase. We're also a Bring Your Own Food establishment so feel free to order to-go from one of the many delicious local restaurants in Forest Park!
3:00 PM · Improv$0–$56.86
A live improv comedy show performed by pros, fueled by kid suggestions, and guaranteed to be genuinely funny!
6:00 PM · Improv
Test your social deduction skills with this show of fact-or-fiction as Your host and interrogator, Gabe Sklan, puts some of Chicago's most revered comedians, clowns, and storytellers in the hot seat, investigating their most celebrated stories to separate the unlikely from the impossible. Part classic panel talk show, part public inquisition, all business.
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8:00 PM · Open Mic
Looking for midweek laughs and good vibes? Swing by BABS Comedy Club every Wednesday night for our FREE Open Improv Jam – a fun, no-pressure night of comedy where everyone’s welcome on stage (or just to kick back and enjoy the show)! Each week, one of our hilarious BABS Babes (our house team performers) leads the group through a mix of short-form games, longform scenes, and quick one-liner challenges. Whether you're a total newbie or a seasoned improviser, you'll feel right at home. 🎤 Come to play, or just watch the magic happen🍻 Bar’s open – beers, wines, cocktails, sodas🚫 No drink minimum🎟️ Free entry, always👶 Ages 18+ Make your Wednesdays weird, wild, and full of laughs.BABS Comedy Club – where funny happens (and you're part of it). *Accessibility: Please email babscomedyclub@gmail.com or call (773)916-5565 with accessibility questions or requests. Arrangements can be made to accommodate your needs with prior notice. *Getting here: We are located at 7316 Madison St., between Circle Ave. and Marengo. We are 10 miles west of downtown Chicago, off the 290W Harlem exit. We are a .6 mi walk from the Harlem Blue Line Station, and .8 miles from the Harlem/Lake Green Line Station and UP-W Metra Oak Park Station. *Parking: There is ample metered parking on Madison Street ($1/hour until 8pm) and free street parking in surrounding residential areas. Please be aware of parking signage and permitted areas, and be mindful of our neighbors when entering and exiting the venue. *Food/Drinks: We serve bottled and canned sodas, sparkling waters, beers, and pre-mixed cocktails, as well as small pre-packaged snacks for purchase. We do not provide glasses or straws at this time. If you’re looking for a full meal, we recommend coming out early and enjoying one of the many delicious local restaurants in Forest Park! Outside food is permitted, however we do not provide utensils or napkins.
8:00 PM · Open Mic
🎤 STANDUP OPEN MIC – RAW. REAL. UNCENSORED. 🎤 This isn't Netflix. This isn’t a polished special.This is where comedy is born screaming. Come watch stand-up comics take real risks onstage.New jokes. Wild ideas. Total bombs. Surprise genius.All of it, unfiltered, unpolished, and alive. This is your backstage pass to the creative chaos—A room full of comics throwing darts in the dark,and when they hit? It’s magic. No rules. No limits. No safe words.Just a mic, a crowd, and the fearless pursuit of funny. Support the hustle. Witness the mess. Catch lightning. * FREE Admission! * No drink minimum for guests or comics * Bring Your Own Food! * 3-3.5 minute standup sets depending on list length * Online signups begin every Thursday at noon. Go to our Open Mic Signups page! * Doors Open at 7:30pm *Accessibility: Please email babscomedyclub@gmail.com or call (773)916-5565 with accessibility questions or requests. Arrangements can be made to accommodate your needs with prior notice. *Getting here: We are located at 7316 Madison St., between Circle Ave. and Marengo. We are 10 miles west of downtown Chicago, off the 290W Harlem exit. We are a .6 mi walk from the Harlem Blue Line Station, and .8 miles from the Harlem/Lake Green Line Station and UP-W Metra Oak Park Station. *Parking: There is ample metered parking on Madison Street ($1/hour until 8pm) and free street parking in surrounding residential areas. Please be aware of parking signage and permitted areas, and be mindful of our neighbors when entering and exiting the venue. *Food/Drinks: We serve bottled and canned sodas, sparkling waters, beers, and pre-mixed cocktails, as well as small pre-packaged snacks for purchase. We're also a Bring Your Own Food establishment so feel free to order to-go from one of the many delicious local restaurants in Forest Park!
8:00 PM · Stand-Up
This isn't your normal Friday! In addition to our always-hilarious and always-fresh lineup of Chicago comedy heavy-hitters, 50% of our proceeds from this show will go directly to the Community Fridge Project! What it is:The Community Fridge Project is a volunteer-run network of 5 free, 24/7 community fridges and pantries where anyone can take what they need—no questions asked.How it works:Fridges are stocked, cleaned, and maintained by volunteers, with support from donations that help buy discounted groceries and keep the fridges running.Why it matters:We fight food insecurity by making fresh food accessible anytime, right in the neighborhood.About the comedians:Emily Fury Daly: A recent Chicago resident, Em Fury is a stand up, actor, and all around clown. She's been seen on stages like The Laugh Factory, Lincoln Lodge, and The Annoyance Theatre. Her solo show, Furious, has had successful runs at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival and Off-Broadway at the Soho Playhouse in NYC. To keep track of Em, follow her on IG at @emilyfurydalyhehe. Dan Garcia is a stand up comedian, producer, and filmmaker born and raised in Chicago. He hopes to one day have a Netflix special labeled "irreverent" even though he's not entirely sure what that means.Christian Royce brings a sharp, socially aware brand of stand-up mixing political commentary, cultural observations, and modern issues with a provocative edge. He's a regular performer at major local clubs like Zanies, Comedy Bar, The Laugh Factory. He hosts “The F*ck You Show” at the Lincoln Lodge and has opened for comedians like Al Jackson, Mark Normand, Joe List. Nick Cobb, Your Headliner: Hailing from Memphis, Tennessee, Nick Cobb studied Psychology at Indiana University, where his fascination with everyday absurdities began to take shape. Since he's appeared on The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson, Inside Amy Schumer, Comedy Central’s Live at Gotham, and Gotham Comedy Live on AXS TV. He was a semi-finalist on NBC’s Last Comic Standing and has also been featured on MTV, VH1, and AMC.
3:00 PM · Improv$0–$56.86
A live improv comedy show performed by pros, fueled by kid suggestions, and guaranteed to be genuinely funny!
6:00 PM · Improv
BABS Comedy Club se enorgullece de presentar un nuevo micrófono abierto de comedia. Comediantes de todo Chicago pueden venir a probar sus chistes en español y spanglish. Y como está organizado por los productores de nuestro show Hahas y Jajas, ¡esta es tu oportunidad de ser considerado para un puesto remunerado en su espectáculo mensual! Las puertas abren y la lista de inscripción está disponible a las 17:30, el micrófono abierto comienza a las 18:00 y cada comediante tiene aproximadamente 5 minutos. BABS Comedy Club is proud to present a new standup open mic! Comedians from all around Chicago can come in to try out their jokes in Spanish and spanglish. And since it's hosted by the producers of our Hahas y Jajas showcase, it's your chance to be considered for a paid spot on their monthly show! Doors open and signup list is available at 5:30, open mic starts at 6, comedians get a loose 5 minutes!
3:00 PM · Improv$0–$56.86
A live improv comedy show performed by pros, fueled by kid suggestions, and guaranteed to be genuinely funny!
8:00 PM · Improv$12.89–$23.88
Watch our hilarious improv house team players -- the BABS Babes-- as they create gut-busting comedy on the spot based on your suggestions!
8:00 PM · Stand-Up$12.89–$23.88
A weekly standup showcase featuring a brand new lineup of the hottest standup comedians every Friday
3:00 PM · Improv$0–$56.86
A live improv comedy show performed by pros, fueled by kid suggestions, and guaranteed to be genuinely funny!
6:00 PM · Improv$12.89–$23.88
Un espectáculo de comedia en vivo en español y spanglish en el BABS Comedy Club.
12:00 PM · Improv$56.86
A spectacular standup showcase made up of the funniest MOMS in Chicago!!! Momming is hard. Celebrate with brunch and laughs!
8:00 PM · Stand-Up$12.89–$23.88
A weekly standup showcase featuring a brand new lineup of the hottest standup comedians every Friday
3:00 PM · Improv$0–$56.86
A live improv comedy show performed by pros, fueled by kid suggestions, and guaranteed to be genuinely funny!
8:00 PM · Improv$12.89–$23.88
Watch our hilarious improv house team players -- the BABS Babes-- as they create gut-busting comedy on the spot based on your suggestions!
8:00 PM · Stand-Up$12.89–$23.88
A weekly standup showcase featuring a brand new lineup of the hottest standup comedians every Friday
3:00 PM · Improv$0–$56.86
A live improv comedy show performed by pros, fueled by kid suggestions, and guaranteed to be genuinely funny!
8:00 PM · Improv$12.89–$23.88
Watch our hilarious improv house team players -- the BABS Babes-- as they create gut-busting comedy on the spot based on your suggestions!
8:00 PM · Stand-Up$12.89–$23.88
A weekly standup showcase featuring a brand new lineup of the hottest standup comedians every Friday
3:00 PM · Improv$0–$56.86
A live improv comedy show performed by pros, fueled by kid suggestions, and guaranteed to be genuinely funny!
8:00 PM · Improv$12.89–$23.88
Watch our hilarious improv house team players -- the BABS Babes-- as they create gut-busting comedy on the spot based on your suggestions!
8:00 PM · Stand-Up$12.89–$23.88
A weekly standup showcase featuring a brand new lineup of the hottest standup comedians every Friday
3:00 PM · Improv$0–$56.86
A live improv comedy show performed by pros, fueled by kid suggestions, and guaranteed to be genuinely funny!
8:00 PM · Improv$12.89–$23.88
Watch our hilarious improv house team players -- the BABS Babes-- as they create gut-busting comedy on the spot based on your suggestions!
8:00 PM · Stand-Up$12.89–$23.88
A weekly standup showcase featuring a brand new lineup of the hottest standup comedians every Friday
3:00 PM · Improv$0–$56.86
A live improv comedy show performed by pros, fueled by kid suggestions, and guaranteed to be genuinely funny!
6:00 PM · Improv$12.89–$23.88
Un espectáculo de comedia en vivo en español y spanglish en el BABS Comedy Club.
8:00 PM · Stand-Up$12.89–$23.88
A weekly standup showcase featuring a brand new lineup of the hottest standup comedians every Friday
3:00 PM · Improv$0–$56.86
A live improv comedy show performed by pros, fueled by kid suggestions, and guaranteed to be genuinely funny!
8:00 PM · Improv$12.89–$23.88
Watch our hilarious improv house team players -- the BABS Babes-- as they create gut-busting comedy on the spot based on your suggestions!
8:00 PM · Improv$12.89–$23.88
Watch our hilarious improv house team players -- the BABS Babes-- as they create gut-busting comedy on the spot based on your suggestions!
8:00 PM · Improv$12.89–$23.88
Watch our hilarious improv house team players -- the BABS Babes-- as they create gut-busting comedy on the spot based on your suggestions!
8:00 PM · Improv$29.38
Celebrate Pride Month with an all-queer lineup of top standup comedians, plus dazzling Drag numbers by your fave Queens!
8:00 PM · Improv$12.89–$23.88
Watch our hilarious improv house team players -- the BABS Babes-- as they create gut-busting comedy on the spot based on your suggestions!