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FREE! Every Monday at 6pm.

Signups in person.

Monday is a terrible day for people with regular jobs...we hear. Come celebrate the week with HBO's Dave Jay. Dave brings his favorite comics for a showcase you dont want to miss.

Stick around for late night happy hour after the show!

All Shows are 21+ Line ups subject to change

Every Monday at 10pm come see the best comedians in the world try new jokes!

Hosted by the best comedian you’ve never heard of, Sam Hunter! 

FREE! Every Tuesday at 6pm.

Creek and the Cave presents an evening of laughs with Dunk Tank Comedy Show!

From seasoned pros to up-and-coming talents, every comic takes the plunge into uncharted comedic waters to try out fresh material.

With a fantastic selection of drinks, this show is the perfect spot to unwind after work.

Grab your friends and coworkers to join us for a fun show!

Sign up at 5:45pm.

Capped at 15 

Standupatodos one of the fastest growing all Spanish comedy showcases hosted by Hector Sifuentes, in collaboration with Angelica Leik and Luis Silva. The group has sold out multiple shows across Austin and is now bringing their laughs and talent to the Creek & Cave! Buy your tickets and come see why Standupatodos is growing and becoming the show to watch in Austin. ¡Viva la comedia en español!

FREE! Every Tuesday at Midnight

Hood Therapy Tuesdays: An Open Mic

Hosted by Xavier Cardona

11:30pm Signup

FREE! Every Wednesday at 6pm

Signups at 5:30pm. 

Riff Mic! Hosted By Rachel Wolfson. 

A can’t-miss night of stand-up featuring the funniest house favorites from the legendary Creek and The Cave.

Get ready for a comedy experience like no other – where every shot is a punchline and every cup is a laugh waiting to happen! Introducing 'Pong & Punchlines': where the comedy isn't just on stage, it's in every throw of the ball.

Join us for a night of uproarious entertainment as our hilarious comedians take to the beer pong table to battle it out, with each cup they sink delivering a brand new style of joke. From rapid-fire one-liners to sidesplitting stories, and everything in between, you'll be laughing non-stop as the game unfolds.

But 'Pong & Punchlines' isn't just about the comedy – it's about the camaraderie, the competition, and the sheer joy of coming together for a night of unforgettable fun. With epic showdowns, outrageous challenges, and the chance to see your favorite comics in a whole new light, this is one event you won't want to miss.

So grab your friends, grab a drink, and get ready to sink some cups and share some laughs at 'Pong & Punchlines: The Ultimate Beer Pong Comedy Show.' It's comedy, competition, and camaraderie all rolled into one epic night of entertainment!

FREE! Every Wednesday at Midnight.

Wild West Wednesday 

Hosted by Hunter Parker 

11:30pm Sign up

20 Comic cap

3 Minute sets

FREE! Every Thursday at 6pm.

Bear Arms: Open Mic

Hosted by Robert May

Signups at 5:45pm 

 Judgment day is an interactive comedy show where Comics will share a confession that they are willing to riff about on stage. The show will be hosted and “judged” by two Black Comics Jemischa and Genivive, leaning into the stereotype of Black women being unapologetically judgy. Audience members will also get to vote on which confession was the most hilarious or most unforgivable! Join us at the Creek and the Cave for the boldest comedy show in town! 

FREE! Every Thursday at Midnight

Word Up! Open mic

Hosted by: Jordyn Aguilar

Maddy Smith is a cast member on MTV’s Wild N Out, a nationally touring comedian, and a social media icon. Originally from Buffalo, Maddy is known for her quick wit and cutting roasts, and her seemingly lack of fear of whatever comes out of her mouth. After 5 seasons on Wild N Out, most would agree that what Maddy says is often “out of pocket” but you’ll have to see for yourself in one of her multi-million viewed YouTube compilations.

Maddy opens for Bert Kreischer and Theo Von and has made appearances on BET, HBO, Barstool Sports, and more. She’s a regular at the Comedy Cellar in NYC. Her 2026 "Bad Genes Tour" is traveling all throughout the country with a brand new hour of material you don't want to miss! 

All Shows are 21+ Line ups subject to change

Comedy Accelerator Workshop at Creek & The Cave

Free Weekly Comedy Development Workshop
Every Sunday • Doors at 3:00 • Workshop 3:30–5:00 PM

Free workshop dedicated to helping standups and comedy writers transition into full-on pros, develop new material, and get work beyond Austin. 

Hosted at Creek and the Cave at 611 E. Seventh, 611 E. Seventh Austin, TX 78701.

 

Collaborative and friendly space, open to anyone, hosted by Dan French. 

What Happens Each Week

• 3:00 PM — Doors open
  Ask specific questions about the comedy industry, get career advice.

• 3:30–5:00 PM — Workshop
  Each week features a rotating theme or skill: joke structure, late-night monologue jokes, roasts, brand writing, writing for other comics, punch-up practice, topical jokes, voice, delivery, and more.

• We usually:

• learn or discuss a writing technique or format

• do guided writing exercises

• get on stage to share material

• give and receive supportive feedback and tags

It’s not a mic. It’s not a show.

It’s a development space — collaborative, fun, and fast-moving.

What You’ll Get Out of It

• new jokes every week

• stronger punchlines and structure

• practice writing in different formats
  clear insight into the business side of comedy

• how to earn money writing jokes
  a consistent weekly writing routine

• a supportive community of comedy-nerds

• A working session to map your fastest path to paid work in comedy

• Practical direction on what you do best and where it pays (standup, acting, writing, digital)

• Comics, writers, storytellers, speakers who want real income, not just stage time

• Talent with pieces in place but no clear plan to monetize

 

Who Teaches It

The workshop is led by Dan French — Emmy-nominated late-night comedy writer, standup comedian, speaker, and ex-professor. His career includes:

• staff writer for The Late Late Show, Dennis Miller, and The Best Damn Sports Show Period
  

• writer for George Lopez, Wanda Sykes, and David Letterman

• 3,000+ standup performances -- clubs, cruises, corporate, etc, etc

• Ph.D. in Rhetoric

• former professor at UT Austin, Cal State Fullerton, and University of Louisville

Dan brings a rare combination of writing expertise, industry experience, and teaching ability. Connect with Dan on Instagram @comedyaccelerator. You can join the Facebook group and sign up for the newsletter at https://linktr.ee/comedyaccelerator