Comedy Open Mics in Tampa — Tampa / St. Pete
Weekly stand-up open mics across Tampa, Ybor City, and St. Pete — where to watch raw new comedy or sign up and try your own set.
Tonight · Wed Aug 5 1 shows
Open MicThe GimmickTUESDAY COMEDY OPEN MIC @ THE GIMMICK! BYOB!
Enjoy a casual Tuesday night out with BYOB and local comedians honing their craft at this open mic. It's a perfect opportunity to discover new voices in comedy.
Tomorrow · Thu Aug 6 2 shows
Open MicFunny BoneMic Nite
Witness aspiring comedians hone their craft at Mic Nite, an open mic event at the Funny Bone. This 21 and up show features new talent and unexpected laughs.
Open MicThe GimmickFEEDBACK OPEN MIC @ THE GIMMICK!
Comedians hit the stage for a 'feedback' open mic, where audience reactions help shape new jokes and bits. It’s an interactive and evolving night of comedy.
Friday · Fri Aug 7 2 shows
Open MicCoconut's Comedy ClubOpen Mic
Witness the raw beginnings of comedy at this open mic night. You'll see aspiring comics try out new material and seasoned pros hone their craft.
Open MicSunshine City Comedy ClubNew Jack Open Mic
The 'New Jack Open Mic' is an opportunity for aspiring comedians to hit the stage. It's a casual and supportive environment to see fresh faces and new jokes.
Sunday · Sun Aug 9 1 shows
Open MicSunshine City Comedy ClubSunday Open Mic
Catch aspiring comedians and seasoned pros trying out new material at this Sunday open mic. It's a chance to see raw talent and support the local comedy scene.
Monday · Mon Aug 10 1 shows
Open MicThe GimmickMonday Comedy Open Mic @ The GimmickWeekly
Witness aspiring and seasoned comedians try out new material at this Monday night open mic at The Gimmick. It's a chance to see raw talent and unexpected laughs.
Tuesday · Tue Aug 11 1 shows
Open MicThe GimmickTuesday Comedy Open Mic @ The GimmickWeekly
See up-and-coming and established comedians test out new jokes at this Tuesday open mic at The Gimmick. Expect a variety of styles in a laid-back setting.
Thursday · Thu Aug 13 1 shows
Open MicFunny BoneMic Nite
See up-and-coming local talent and seasoned veterans try out new material at this open mic night. Never the same show twice, it's a great chance to see raw comedy unfold.
Monday · Mon Aug 17 1 shows
Open MicThe CommodoreThird Mondays Open Mic
Witness burgeoning comics try out new material or brave the stage for the very first time. This open mic is a perfect opportunity to see comedy in its rawest form without spending a dime.
Thursday · Thu Aug 27 2 shows
Open MicFunny BoneMic Nite
Come see local comedians, and maybe some new faces, try out their best new jokes at Mic Nite. It's a great opportunity to catch rising talent and established acts in a raw format.
Open MicThe CommodoreLast Thursdays Open Mic
Discover new and developing comedic talent at this monthly open mic, where performers try out fresh material. It's an affordable opportunity to see the future of local comedy.
Thursday · Thu Sep 3 1 shows
Open MicFunny BoneMic Nite
Catch rising stars and local talent at this 21+ open mic night. It's a great opportunity to see raw comedy in a relaxed setting.
Frequently asked questions
- Where are the comedy open mics in Tampa?
- Ybor City's rooms like The Gimmick are the heart of the open-mic scene, with recurring mics also at bars and coffee shops around Tampa and St. Pete throughout the week. This page lists the upcoming mics with nights, venues, and details.
- How do I sign up for a Tampa open mic?
- Most mics use a sign-up list — some online ahead of time, some in person at the door — and give each comic three to five minutes. Get there early, put your name down, and bring a few tight minutes.
- Are comedy open mics free?
- Usually free or just a few dollars, which makes them the best-value live comedy in the city. They're a cheap, fun night out whether you're performing or just watching.
- Can beginners perform at Tampa open mics?
- Absolutely — open mics are where comedy gets built, and every regular started at one. Watch a couple first to learn the room and etiquette: respect the light, don't run over time, and support the other comics.
About comedy shows in Tampa / St. Pete
The Tampa / St. Pete comedy calendar tracks live stand-up, improv, sketch, open mics, and touring headliners across the whole metro — Tampa, Ybor City, Carrollwood, St. Pete, Clearwater, and the surrounding Pinellas and Hillsborough rooms. Every listing pulls a real date, venue, start time, and ticket link, and the calendar refreshes weekly so you're always looking at what's actually on stage this week.
Tampa Bay runs comedy seven nights a week. Club anchors like Side Splitters in Carrollwood and the Tampa Improv and Funny Bone in Ybor City book national headliners most weekends, while indie stages such as The Gimmick and The Commodore keep Ybor's late-night, alt, and BYOB shows going. Across the bay, Spitfire Comedy House and the St. Pete Comedy Club keep Pinellas County laughing with showcases, improv, and weekly mics.
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Tampa Bay has one of Florida's most active open mic scenes, and this page lists the upcoming mics across Tampa, Ybor City, Carrollwood, and St. Pete. Open mics are where comedy actually gets built — comics test brand-new jokes, work out timing, and occasionally have the kind of night that ends up on a special years later. They're usually free or just a few dollars, which makes them the best-value live comedy in the city.
If you just want to watch, open mics are loose, unpredictable, and a fun, cheap night out — expect a rotating cast of local comics, a host keeping things moving, and a mix of polished regulars and total first-timers. If you want to perform, most Tampa mics use a sign-up list (some online ahead of time, some in person at the door) and give each comic three to five minutes. Get there early, put your name down, and bring a few solid minutes — bombing is part of the process, and every regular here started at a mic.
Ybor City's rooms like The Gimmick are the heart of the indie and open-mic scene, with mics that draw strong crowds and serious comics. You'll also find recurring mics at bars and coffee shops around Tampa and St. Pete throughout the week. Nights and sign-up rules change, so always check the venue's details before heading out.
New to it? Watch a couple of mics first to learn the room and the unwritten etiquette — respect the light, don't go over time, and support the other comics. When you're ready for a more produced night, browse Tampa's stand-up showcases and headliner shows, or check what's on tonight.