DC Comedy Festival: Comedy on The U | Saturday Stand-Up Comedy Showcase

Saturday night starts with laughter at the DC Comedy Festival!
Join us Saturday, September 12 for a special 7:00 PM Comedy on The U Showcase as the 2026 DC Comedy Festival heads into its final night in Washington, DC.
This curated festival showcase brings together standout comedians from Washington, DC, Maryland and Virginia alongside rising stars and touring performers from around the country. With a different lineup at every festival show, audiences have the chance to discover new favorites while experiencing some of the best live stand-up comedy the DMV has to offer.
Located along DC's historic U Street Corridor, Comedy on The U puts you in the middle of one of Washington's best-known dining, entertainment and nightlife destinations.
Whether you're planning an early date night, celebrating a birthday, visiting Washington, DC, or searching for things to do in DC this Saturday, start your evening with live comedy and great energy at the DC Comedy Festival.
Event Details
Saturday, September 12, 2026
Showtime: 7:00 PM
Comedy on The U
1000 U Street NW
Washington, DC 20001
What to Expect
- Live stand-up comedy in Washington, DC
- Top DMV comedians and festival favorites
- Touring and emerging comedians
- A unique curated festival lineup
- Food and beverages available
- Great for date night, birthdays and groups
- An intimate comedy experience on U Street
This showcase is part of the 2026 DC Comedy Festival, September 9–12, bringing together comedians and audiences for four days of live stand-up comedy throughout the Washington metropolitan area.
Lineup subject to change.
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