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Sunday PDX Open Mics

Sunday Comedy at Kelly's Olympian

Venue:
Kelly's Olympian
Venue Address:
426 SW Washington St, Portland, OR 97204
Day of week:
Sunday
Cadence:
Weekly
Genre/Style:
It's a chill vibe
Host Producer
Jono James
Set minutes:
3
Start Time:
4:00 PM
Signup Time:
3:30 PM
Minimum Age:
21
General Description:

Looking for the perfect Sunday afternoon plan in Portland? Look no further than the Sunday Comedy Open Mic at Kelly’s Olympian.

Portland's longest-running Sunday stand-up open mic is in Kelly's historic side showroom. Hosted by local favorite Jono Jokes, the event offers a raw, unfiltered look at the grassroots comedy scene. You'll see comics working out brand-new material, out-of-town talent dropping in, and neighbors trying stand-up for the absolute first time. The atmosphere is cozy, supportive, and perfectly classic Portland.

Paddy's Open Mic

Venue:
Paddy's Bar & Grill
Venue Address:
65 SW Yamhill St, Portland, OR 97204
Day of week:
Sunday
Cadence:
Weekly
Genre/Style:
Irish pub vibes
Host Producer
Dan Wiancko
Set minutes:
3
Start Time:
6:45 PM
Signup Time:
6:15 PM
Minimum Age:
21
General Description:

Looking for a cozy, hilarious way to wind down your weekend? Join us every Sunday night for the Comedy Open Mic at Paddy’s.

Hosted by Portland comedian Dan Wiancko, this weekly stand-up showcase brings together the local comedy community in one of the city’s most historic and iconic downtown spaces.

Sunday Chat with Amir Kat

Venue:
Ambassador Restaurant & Lounge
Venue Address:
4744 NE Sandy Blvd, Portland, OR 97213
Day of week:
Sunday
Cadence:
Weekly
Genre/Style:
Eclectic
Host Producer
Amir Kat
Set minutes:
3
Start Time:
7:00 PM
Signup Time:
6:45 PM
Minimum Age:
21
General Description:

Wrap up your weekend with stand-up comedy and a twist! Sunday Chat with Amir Kat is Portland's unique open mic comedy night featuring live interviews. Catch a mix of local comics and out-of-town talent as they test out fresh material on stage, then stick around as host Amir Kat interviews them off-stage to see if they have anything even wilder to say. It’s the perfect blend of raw stand-up and late-night talk show energy.

Off the Page Open Mic

Venue:
The Sports Page
Venue Address:
8590 SW Hall Blvd #6407, Beaverton, OR 97008
Day of week:
Sunday
Cadence:
Weekly
Genre/Style:
Sports bar
Host Producer
Jarrell Newsome
Set minutes:
7
Start Time:
9:00 PM
Signup Time:
8:45 PM
Minimum Age:
21
General Description:

Get your jokes off the notebook and onto the stage! Join host Jarrell Newsome for a fast-paced, high-energy night of stand-up comedy at The Sports Page. Catch a sharp mix of local favorites, rising stars, and brave first-timers testing out their freshest, unfiltered material. Grab a cold beer, order some wings, and enjoy the best grassroots comedy room west of the river.

Monday PDX Open Mics

El Oh Hell Open Mic

Venue:
Dante's
Address:
350 W Burnside St, Portland, OR 97209, USA
Day of week:
Monday
Cadence:
Weekly
Genre/Style:
All Around/Punk
Host/Producer:
Bryan Withawhy
Set Minutes:
3
Start Time:
4:00 PM
Signup Time:
3:30 PM
Minimum Age:
21
General Description:

This is a long-running mic with a generous amount of time and quiz and prizes for open mic comics.

Monday Material Open Mic

Venue:
Coffee Beer
Address:
1036 NE Alberta St, Portland, OR 97211, USA
Day of week:
Monday
Cadence:
Weekly
Genre/Style:
All Around
Host/Producer:
Alice Carrier
Set Minutes:
3
Start Time:
6:30 PM
Signup Time:
6:00 PM
Minimum Age:
18
General Description:

A weekly open mic event at Coffee Beer

Donnell's Don't Tell Open Mic

Venue:
Donnell's Bar
Address:
813 Main St, Vancouver, WA 98660, USA
Day of week:
Monday
Cadence:
Weekly
Genre/Style:
All around
Host/Producer:
Mike Lowry
Set Minutes:
5
Start Time:
6:30 PM
Signup Time:
6:00 PM
Minimum Age:
21
General Description:

Donnell's open mic in Vancouver, WA.

Comedy Carts Open Mic

Venue:
University Station Food Cart Pod
Address:
616 SW College St, Portland, OR 97201, USA
Day of week:
Monday
Cadence:
Weekly
Genre/Style:
All Around
Host/Producer:
Devi Kirsch
Set Minutes:
3
Start Time:
7:00 PM
Signup Time:
7:00 PM
Minimum Age:
18
General Description:

The weekly open mic at the University Food Carts adjacent to the Cheerful Tortoise. Enjoy laughs with local comedians, delicious food and beverage, and a heated and covered enclosure.

Haymaker Open Mic

Venue:
Haymaker Bar & Eatery
Address:
1233 N Killingsworth St, Portland, OR 97217, USA
Day of week:
Monday
Cadence:
Weekly
Genre/Style:
All around
Host/Producer:
Tyler Dean
Set Minutes:
3
Start Time:
8:00 PM
Signup Time:
7:00 PM
Minimum Age:
21
General Description:

The Haymaker open mic was started by Matt Brown and it is a good room with tasty beverages and food served.

Cheerful Tortoise Open Mic

Venue:
The Cheerful Tortoise
Address:
1939 SW 6th Ave, Portland, OR 97201, USA
Day of week:
Monday
Cadence:
Weekly
Genre/Style:
All Around
Host/Producer:
Milo Loza
Set Minutes:
3
Start Time:
9:00 PM
Signup Time:
8:30 PM
Minimum Age:
18
General Description:

The open mic at The Cheerful Tortoise hosted by Milo Loza.

Tuesday PDX Open Mics

The Montavilla Mic

Venue:
Address:
Montavilla Station
417 SE 80th Ave, Portland, OR 97215, USA
Day of week:
Tuesday
Cadence:
Weekly
Genre/Style:
Dive bar hang
Host/Producer:
Lucas Copp
Set Minutes:
3
Start Time:
7:00 PM
Signup Time:
6:30 PM
Minimum Age:
21
General Description:

The weekly open mic at Montavilla Station hosted by Lucas Copp with Brandon Wayne Little on the DJ. Free Jello shots with laughs. This is a good hang and a great place to do your first set because host Lucas loves to give people their first shot at getting a laugh. This spot is a regular who's who in the PDX scene.

Helium Comedy Open Mic

Venue:
Address:
Helium Comedy - PDX
Clever Cycles in Portland, OR, USA, 1510 SE 9th Ave, Portland, OR 97214, USA
Day of week:
Tuesday
Cadence:
Weekly
Genre/Style:
Comedy Club
Host/Producer:
Determined Weekly
Set Minutes:
3
Start Time:
8:00 PM
Signup Time:
6:00 PM
Minimum Age:
21
General Description:

The weekly comedy open mic at the only dedicated comedy club in Portland. First timers at the club should let them know. This is a curated open mic with some of the best talent including club talent. Not everyone who signs up gets on the list.

Firkin Tavern Comedy Night

Venue:
Address:
The Firkin Tavern
1937 SE 11th Ave, Portland, OR 97214, USA
Day of week:
Tuesday
Cadence:
Weekly
Genre/Style:
Dive bar hang
Host/Producer:
Kellie Irwin
Set Minutes:
3
Start Time:
9:30 PM
Signup Time:
8:30 PM
Minimum Age:
21
General Description:

The weekly open mic around the corner from Helium. It's the place to go after Helium or Montavilla Station.

Wednesday PDX Open Mics

Disco Ball Open Mic

Venue:
Address:
Ambassador Restaurant & Loung
4744 NE Sandy Blvd, Portland, OR 97213
Day of week:
Wednesday
Cadence:
Weekly
Genre/Style:
Disco Ball
Host/Producer:
Isaiah Steele and Andrea Joseph
Set Minutes:
4
Start Time:
7:00 PM
Signup Time:
6:45 PM
Minimum Age:
21
General Description:

This mic has been going for more than a minute. It was started up by Colin Mattox and is now hosted and produced by two of the hardest working funny folks in the scene, Isaiah Steele and Andrea Joseph.

Shanahan's Open Mic (Vancouver)

Venue:
Address:
Shanahan's Pub & Grill
209 W McLoughlin Blvd, Vancouver, WA 98660
Day of week:
Wednesday
Cadence:
Weekly
Genre/Style:
All around
Host/Producer:
Sean Grace
Set Minutes:
7
Start Time:
8:00 PM
Signup Time:
7:30 PM
Minimum Age:
21
General Description:

A place with a lot of character, a pretty good stage, and some good drinks specials

YAMS: A Comedy Open Mic

Venue:
Address:
Yamhill Pub
223 SW Yamhill St, Portland, OR 97204
Day of week:
Wednesday
Cadence:
Weekly
Genre/Style:
Punk
Host/Producer:
Colin Mattox
Set Minutes:
3
Start Time:
10:00 PM
Signup Time:
9:45 PM
Minimum Age:
21
General Description:

The dive-i-est dang dive bar in Portland has standup comedy. Holy cow, you’re gonna wanna see it for yourself! It’s YAMS, the open mic! Sign-ups at 9:45, show at 10pm at the Yamhill Pub. Do it, coward.

Thursday PDX Open Mics

Pour Me Comedy Open Mic (Starts 8/20/26)

Venue:
Address:
NW Growlers
6141 S Macadam Ave Ste 101, Portland, OR 97239
Day of week:
Thursday
Cadence:
Weekly
Genre/Style:
Growlers of beer
Host/Producer:
Molly Callahan
Set Minutes:
3
Start Time:
6:00 PM
Signup Time:
6:00 PM
Minimum Age:
21
General Description:

Sip and get silly during comedy night at SW Portland's favorite taphouse, NW Growlers.
Online signups open Aug 19 at 2 p.m. and close Aug 20 2 p.m. List posted 4 p.m. 5 float spots available for those unable to sign up online.

McMenamins Hotel Oregon Underground Mixed Open Mic (McMinnville)

Venue:
Address:
The Paragon Room at McMenamins Hotel Oregon
310 NE Evans St, McMinnville, OR 97128
Day of week:
Thursday
Cadence:
Weekly
Genre/Style:
Music, Poetry, Comedy
Host/Producer:
Freddie Lamb
Set Minutes:
3
Start Time:
7:00 PM
Signup Time:
6:45 PM
Minimum Age:
18
General Description:

This is mainly a musical open mic but Freddie will put anyone up, including me towards the end of the night for a comedy set.

Open Mic Comedy at Al's Den

Venue:
Address:
McMenamins Als Den
303 SW 12th Ave, Portland, OR 97205
Day of week:
Thursday
Cadence:
Weekly
Genre/Style:
Speakeasy vibes
Host/Producer:
Brandon Lyons
Set Minutes:
3
Start Time:
8:00 PM
Signup Time:
7:30 PM
Minimum Age:
21
General Description:

This is one of the coolest spots for comedy in all of PDX and it's no surprise it is in the McMenamins properties. Host and producer Brandon Lyons is a Helium regular and works for Travel Portland when he's not telling jokes.

Holey Schtick Comedy Open Mic

Venue:
Address:
Nova PDX
722 E Burnside St, Portland, OR 97214
Day of week:
Thursday
Cadence:
Weekly
Genre/Style:
One and all
Host/Producer:
Heather Styles and Marcus French
Set Minutes:
3
Start Time:
9:00 PM
Signup Time:
8:45 PM
Minimum Age:
21
General Description:

Looking for the best underground laughs in town? Welcome to the Holy Schtick Comedy Open Mic, brought to you by Heather Styles. From first-timers bravely taking the stage to local legends polishing their hardest-hitting jokes, you never know exactly what you’re going to get—but you know it’s going to be funny. Grab a drink, bring your friends, and prepare for a night of unholy hilarity. Comics, come show us your schtick! Audience members, come ready to laugh.

My Father's Place Open Mic

Venue:
Address:
My Father's Place
523 SE Grand Ave, Portland, OR 97214
Day of week:
Thursday
Cadence:
Weekly
Genre/Style:
Short order comedy
Host/Producer:
Michael J. Phelps
Set Minutes:
4
Start Time:
9:00 PM
Signup Time:
8:30 PM
Minimum Age:
21
General Description:

This is a really fun mic that used to happen on Fridays but we don't talk about it. This has a vibe and it's always got an audience.

Friday PDX Open Mics

Casual Friday Comedy Open Mic

Venue:
Address:
Turn! Turn! Turn!
8 NE Killingsworth St, Portland, OR 97211
Day of week:
Friday
Cadence:
Weekly
Genre/Style:
Hodge podge
Host/Producer:
Logan Loughmiller
Set Minutes:
3
Start Time:
5:00 PM
Signup Time:
4:45 PM
Minimum Age:
21
General Description:

If it's Friday there is no better place to get the night started than some laughs and a tasty beverage at Turn! Turn! Turn! hosted by PDX veteran comedian Logan Loughmiller and a monthly guest host. Drop in a see PDX open mic and semi-pro to professional comedians working out material and getting ready for weekend shows.

Nom Nom Comedy Open Mic

Venue:
Address:
Nom Nom Asian Tapas & Bar
524 NW 14th Ave, Portland, OR 97209
Day of week:
Friday
Cadence:
Weekly
Genre/Style:
Hodge podge
Host/Producer:
Umi Om and Jess Kapinaris
Set Minutes:
3
Start Time:
8:00 PM
Signup Time:
7:30 PM
Minimum Age:
General Description:

Hello PORTLAND, Your Fridays just leveled up. Every single week, Jess Kapinaris and Umi Om are hosting a Comedy Open Mic that you won’t want to miss. Come for the incredible Asian Fusion flavors, stay for the comedy (or the other way around, we don’t judge). It’s the perfect recipe for a perfect Friday night.

Two Cent Fridays Open Mic

Venue:
Address:
Alberta Street Pub
1036 NE Alberta St, Portland, OR 97211
Day of week:
Friday
Cadence:
Weekly
Genre/Style:
Late Night
Host/Producer:
DeAngelo Gillispie
Set Minutes:
3
Start Time:
8:00 PM
Signup Time:
7:30 PM
Minimum Age:
21
General Description:

Looking for a Friday night plan that gives you a little bit of everything? Look no further than 2 Cent Fridays Open Mic Night at the Alberta Street Pub.

Running every Friday from 8:00 PM to 10:00 PM, this highly popular variety mic is hosted by local favorites G-Wade, Deangelo, and Doolie. The stage is completely wide open to artists of all disciplines—expect a brilliant mix of sharp stand-up comedy, soulful poetry, and live music. It's a vibrant, community-focused room where veterans polish their craft and newcomers take their first leap. Best of all, a $50 cash prize is handed out to the night's standout performer.

Come early to snag a spot on the heated patio, grab a bite from the kitchen, and enjoy one of the best listening environments in Portland. Admission is completely free!

Midnight Mic

Venue:
Address:
Funhouse Lounge
2432 SE 11th Ave, Portland, OR 97214
Day of week:
Friday
Cadence:
Weekly
Genre/Style:
Late Night
Host/Producer:
Matt Franco
Set Minutes:
3
Start Time:
12:00 AM
Signup Time:
11:30 PM
Minimum Age:
21
General Description:

Looking for the ultimate late-night Portland vibe? Look no further than the Funhouse Lounge Midnight Mic, happening every single Friday night!

Whether you’re wrapping up a night out or just getting started, this is Portland’s favorite spot for unfiltered, late-night stand-up. Hosted by the hilarious Matt Franco, the show features a randomized mix of seasoned local pros, brave first-timers, and touring comics testing out their freshest, wildest material. The room is intimate, the drinks are flowing, and the energy is unmatched.

Saturday PDX Open Mics

Leisurely Comedy Open Mic

Venue:
Address:
Leisure Public House
8002 N Lombard St, Portland, OR 97203
Day of week:
Saturday
Cadence:
Weekly
Genre/Style:
Neighborhood vibes
Host/Producer:
Dan Stucky
Set Minutes:
3
Start Time:
5:00 PM
Signup Time:
4:30 PM
Minimum Age:
21
General Description:

Hosted by Portland comedian Dan Stucky, this weekly stand-up comedy open mic offers a welcoming, low-pressure environment for both performers and comedy fans. Whether you're a seasoned comic trying out fresh jokes, a first-timer testing the waters, or just a neighbor looking to enjoy a drink and some entertainment, it's the perfect Saturday destination. Enjoy Leisure’s fantastic indoor vibe, excellent drink menu, and great community spirit while catching some of the best grassroots comedy the city has to offer.

The Snapback Open Mic (Oregon City)

Venue:
Address:
Thirsty Duck Saloon
505 Main St, Oregon City, OR 97045
Day of week:
Saturday
Cadence:
Last Saturday of the month
Genre/Style:
Oregon City TBD
Host/Producer:
Briar Evans
Set Minutes:
3
Start Time:
9:00 PM
Signup Time:
8:00 PM
Minimum Age:
21
General Description:

The Snapback Mic at the thirsty duck saloon with 3 minute sets starting at 9:00 PM, the last Saturday of every month. A $50 cash prize for set of the night! All sets are filmed and available to comedians free of charge. There is a monthly featured opener to start the show.

Covert Comedy Open Mic

Venue:
Address:
Covert Cafe
803 SE 82nd Ave, Portland, OR 97216
Day of week:
Saturday
Cadence:
Weekly
Genre/Style:
Covert for all
Host/Producer:
Aaron Thomas
Set Minutes:
3
Start Time:
10:00 PM
Signup Time:
9:30 PM
Minimum Age:
21
General Description:

Looking for a Saturday night plan that’s intimate, local, and hilariously unpredictable? Join us for the Covert Comedy Open Mic at the Covert Cafe.

Hosted every Saturday night by local favorite Aaron Thomas, this open mic brings together a fantastic mix of seasoned comics polishing up fresh sets and brave newcomers trying stand-up for the very first time. Set inside the welcoming, cozy space of Covert Cafe, it’s the perfect environment to enjoy a relaxed evening, grab a great drink, and support the grassroots comedy scene.

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