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Free Comedy in the Park at Laurelhurst Park

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Victoria
Free Comedy in the Park

Photo courtesy of Kickstand Comedy (2021)

 
Enjoy a free night of entertainment at Laurelhurst Park. Kickstand Comedy is hosting a special event called Comedy in the Park all summer long. 
 
Kickstand Comedy is a nonprofit theater organization known for its curated live comedy events. For the third year in a row, the local organization is bringing back its popular comedy show.
 
The venue for the summer comedy show is Laurelhurst Park, one of Portland’s most popular parks for good reason. It’s close in—easy to get to from either side of the river—and has lots of outdoor amenities (think basketball court, horseshoe pits, off leash dog area and a pond). It is also a great place for a picnic.
 
Here are the details about 2024 Comedy in the Park.

Free Comedy in the Park at Laurelhurst Park

Laurelhurst Park sets the stage for local and national comics on Friday nights all summer long. The outdoor comedy series features stand up performers.
 
The comedy show is located in the park’s concert grove. It can be easily accessed along Oak Street. In past years, this event has attracted more than 300 people on some nights. To make a great experience for everyone, there’s a sound system and stage lights.
 
This event has a lot of guests with their pups due to the event’s vicinity to the off leash dog area and Portland’s love of canine companions. If your dog could use a night out, bring them with you!

Comedy in the Park Fest

New this year is a special celebration to close out the summer comedy series. Enjoy a full afternoon of comedy at Comedy in the Park Fest on Friday, September 6 from 6:30-8 p.m. and Saturday, September 7 from 3-8 p.m.

The two-day event includes:

  • More than 30 comedians
  • Special guests
  • DJs
  • Best dog contest 
  • Giveaways and prizes

Be sure to bring food and drinks to create your own comedy night picnic. 

Generally, this free event is open to all ages. Some content may be inappropriate for children. Parents are asked to use their best judgement. 

2024 Schedule

The free Comedy in the Park events start at 6:30 p.m. Get there early to claim your spot on the grass, starting at 6 p.m. I recommend having dinner and a show al fresco with a picnic.
 
Free Comedy in the Park is held on Fridays from June 7 through September 6, except for a few select Fridays.
 
Here are the 2024 dates:
  • June 7
  • June 14 (no show)
  • June 21
  • June 28
  • July 5
  • July 12 (no show)
  • July 19
  • July 26 (no show)
  • August 2
  • August 9
  • August 16
  • August 23
  • August 30
  • September 6

Generally, this free event is open to all ages. Some content may be inappropriate for children. Parents are asked to use their best judgement. 

Laurelhurst Park is located at SE Cesar E Chavez Blvd and Stark St. in Portland. For more information, visit Kickstand Comedy’s website. 

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Laurelhurst Park

SE Cesar E Chavez Blvd and Stark Street
Portland, OR 97214
(503) 823-2525

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    • Victoria says

      Hey Sarah! Last year’s event was open to all ages. Since it is hosted in a public park, I’d assume it is this year as well.

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