Lookin’ for Free Things to do in Austin?

Jan 5 - 26
,
2026

The Monday Gamble Mic

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FREE! Every Monday at 6pm.

 

Signups in person.

Free
Jan 5 - 19
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2026

Clocked Out Comedy

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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

$10.00
Jan 5 - 26
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2026

New Joke Monday

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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! 

 

$10.00
Jan 5 - 26
,
2026

Monday Night Gimmick Mic

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FREE! Every Monday at Midnight!

New gimmick every monday. Do a gimmick for an extry minute!

2 min set (3 min w/ gimmick)

11:30pm signup, Midnight Start

 

Hosted by Matt Alvarez

 

Free
Jan 6 - 27
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2026

Dunk Tank

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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 

Free
Jan 6 - 20
,
2026

Optimum Noctis

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Join hosts LeMaire Lee, Nate Marshall & Shawn Gardini for an uproarious time at there new show Optimum Noctis! Don't miss the fun!
 
 
Lineup TBA!
 
$15.00
Jan 6 - 20
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2026

Standupatodos by Hector Sifuentes (En Espanol)

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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!

$15.00
Jan 6 - 27
,
2026

Hood Therapy Tuesdays

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FREE! Every Tuesday at Midnight

Hood Therapy Tuesdays: An Open Mic

Hosted by Xavier Cardona

11:30pm Signup

Free
Jan 8 - 29
,
2026

Bear Arms: Open Mic

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FREE! Every Thursday at 6pm.

 

Bear Arms: Open Mic

Hosted by Robert May

 

Signups at 5:45pm 

Free
Jan 8
,
2026

Did I Win?

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Did I Win? is a chaotic and unhinged game show where the audience members have the chance to compete in real games for real prizes. Truly the opportunity of a lifetime, being picked for Did I Win? is like being chosen for The Price is Right in the most fun fever dream. Toss your name in the bucket and pray it gets pulled… or bring your friends and toss their name in instead.

 

$10 online | $15 door

Doors: 7:30pm • Show: 8:00pm

Full bar + food truck available

 

See clips of what you’re in for on Instagram: @didiwinlive

$10.00
Jan 8 - Mar 26
,
2026

Litty Titty Thursdays

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Litty Titty Thursdays is a standup comedy gong show that gets YOU - the audience - in on the show. 

Comics will bring their best sets to get you laughing. 

But if they're not cutting it? Random glow stick holders in the audience will be chosen to help determine if a comic gets "gonged" off the stage before the end of their set. 

Featuring fun surprises, guest co-hosts, crowd work, and more! 

Be ready - because it’s gonna be Litty Titty.  

$10.00
Jan 8 - 29
,
2026

Word Up! Open mic

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FREE! Every Thursday at Midnight

 

Word Up! Open mic

Hosted by: Jordyn Aguilar

 

Free
Jan 9 - 10
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2026

Annie Lederman

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Annie Lederman is a stand-up comedian, podcaster, writer & actress known for her quick-witted

observation and uncensored, unapologetic comedic stylings. She is currently on her

international ANNIEWOOD Tour.

Annie hosts the hugely popular ANNIEWOOD podcast, offering fans an exclusive, weekly peek

into her world alongside friends. Anniewood features an impressive lineup of guests, including

comedy legends Bill Burr, Nikki Glaser, Marc Maron, and Tim Dillon.

Annie has appeared on Showtime’s hit documentary mini-series, THE COMEDY STORE,

LIGHTS OUT WITH DAVID SPADE, THIS IS NOT HAPPENING, GIRL CODE, CHELSEA

LATELY , COMEDY KNOCKOUT, THE SOUP INVESTIGATES, & ADAM DEVINE’S HOUSE

PARTY. She’s a favorite and frequent guest on the hottest comedy podcasts around. You can

listen to Annie’s wild stories and sharp tongue on THE JOE ROGAN EXPERIENCE, THE

CHURCH WITH JOEY DIAZ, WTF WITH MARC MARON, GOOD FOR YOU WITH WHITNEY

CUMMINGS, PLANBRI and many others.

Lederman has also written for some of today’s most popular TV/Film including TruTV’s

IMPRACTICAL JOKERS as well as Showtime’s BORAT . Additionally she was a producer and

writer on Sacha Baron Cohen’s Showtime series WHO IS AMERICA?

For information on her podcasts and tour dates go-to: www.annielederman.com

$25.00 - $35.00
Jan 9 - 23
,
2026

Roast Battle: Austin

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Austin, TX is officially part of the Roast Battle League! The Roast Battle League originated at the world famous Comedy Store in Los Angeles and now spans all over the globe.
Roast Battle is a laugh packed show where professional comedians take to the stage and compete in back in forth roast joke battles! Spend your Friday night watching one of the best reoccurring comedy shows in Austin.
 
Join us at The Creek And The Cave for a huge Roast Battle Show!
 
Five Matchups
Championship battles
Surprise Guest Judges
Always, featuring the best roasters in the world!!
 
All Shows are 21+ Line ups subject to change
$15.00
Jan 10 - 31
,
2026

FREAKY

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Looking for a night of nonstop laughs? We got you covered, join us for Freaky: An Inappropriate Comedy Show! It’s dark, dirty and unapologetically hilarious. Featuring comedians from HBO, Comedy Central, Don’t Tell and more! 

$15.00
Jan 11 - 25
,
2026

Writers’ Room

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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 ShowDennis 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

Free
Jan 11
,
2026

Comedians On The Rise

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Comedians On The Rise is a standup-comedy showcase jam packed with Austin's biggest and brightest rising stars - with some names that you may already recognize! Come hangout every Wednesday to laugh with some of the best comics in the country.
 
All Shows are 21+ Line ups subject to change
$10.00
Jan 11 - 25
,
2026

The Creek and The Cave Open Mic

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FREE with RSVP! $5 at door. Every Sunday at 8pm.

Also featuring ALL DAY HAPPY HOUR!

Austin has become home to some of the best rising and veteran comedians in the world. Come see these killers try out their newest material in one of the hottest comedy clubs in the city. Or maybe you’d rather try your hand at comedy yourself, sign up info below.

Sign ups go live via email Monday-Friday, simply send your full name to creekandcaveopenmic@gmail.com. Comedians will be chosen each week and will receive 3-4 minute sets. If you do not make the list, feel free to show up and put your name in the bucket. 4 random names will be chosen from the bucket and those people will receive sets as well.

All Shows are 21+ Line ups subject to change
Free

Last minute plans are some of the best. Free last minute plans are even better. The list of free things to do in Austin felt a little short, so we’ve been steadily adding new weekly shows to our calendar that cost nothing, zilch, nada. Free. The city might be expensive, but the comedy doesn’t have to be.

There aren’t a lot of Austin comedy clubs that have free weekly shows hosting some of the biggest names in stand-up. If you just paid rent and still wanna make date night memorable, swing by The Creek for one of our many free shows.