Quick answer
The Comedy Palace runs shows most nights in Kearny Mesa with tickets usually $10–$25 — the cheapest real club tickets in San Diego. There's free parking and a full bar and kitchen on site.
Upcoming shows at The Comedy Palace
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Listings refresh daily from the club's own calendar. Prices and showtimes can change — confirm on the ticket page before you go.
Best for
Cheap comedy several nights a week, open mics, low-key date nights.
Parking
Free lot on site plus street parking along Clairemont Mesa Blvd — no garage fees, no hunting.
Drinks & minimums
Full bar and food menu with modest minimums on most shows; drinks run $8–$13.
Where to sit
- •Center tables a few rows back for the best mix of sound and sightline.
- •Side tables if you're eating a full meal during the show.
- •Back row for a quieter experience with friends.
- •Front tables get crowd-worked on showcase nights.
The story of The Comedy Palace
The Comedy Palace is one of the longest-running comedy operations in San Diego, and it has survived by doing the opposite of the downtown clubs: no-frills room, free parking, modest ticket prices, and shows most nights of the week. Its pro-am format — touring comics sharing the bill with local performers — has been a proving ground for the regional scene for years, and its open mic remains one of the most accessible spots in the county for a first-timer's five minutes. The room's own website has been unreliable at times, so regulars confirm schedules by phone.
Make a night of it
This is the budget night out that doesn't feel like one: Convoy District dinner on the way in, a $10–$25 ticket, and a full bar and kitchen during the show. Because parking is free and tickets are the cheapest of any full-time club in the city, a table of four can do the whole evening for what two people spend at a Gaslamp room. If your date sells out, Mic Drop is minutes away on the same boulevard.
Local tips
- •Check the schedule directly with the club by phone — its website has been unreliable.
- •Showcase nights stack a lot of comics for one low ticket price.
- •Arrive early on weekends; seating is first-come.
- •Kearny Mesa parking is free, so budget the savings toward the bar.
Before & after the show
- Convoy District food: The best pre-show eating in the area.
- Mic Drop Comedy: A second club minutes away if your date is sold out.
Address: 8878 Clairemont Mesa Blvd, San Diego, CA 92123 · Official site: thecomedypalace.com
The Comedy Palace FAQ
How much are tickets at The Comedy Palace?+
Usually $10–$25, which makes it the most affordable full-time comedy club in San Diego. Open mics are often free.
Is parking free at The Comedy Palace?+
Yes — there's a free lot on site plus street parking along Clairemont Mesa Blvd.
How often does The Comedy Palace have shows?+
Multiple nights a week, mixing touring headliners, pro-am showcases and open mics. Call the club to confirm the current schedule.
Does The Comedy Palace serve food?+
Yes, there's a full bar and kitchen, so you can eat dinner during the show.
Other San Diego comedy clubs
American Comedy Co.
Gaslamp Quarter · $20–$45 + two-drink minimum
The Comedy Store La Jolla
La Jolla · $15–$40 + two-item minimum
Mic Drop Comedy
Kearny Mesa · $20–$45
The Madhouse Comedy Club
Gaslamp Quarter · $15–$30 + two-drink minimum
Finest City Improv
North Park · $10–$20
National Comedy Theatre
Mission Hills · $18–$22
Back to the San Diego comedy clubs guide or the full events calendar.