Maryland is a popular tourist stop for travelers seeking to experience history and culture in the United States. You can spend your days on the shores of the Chesapeake Bay, visiting historic towns such as Annapolis or shopping along the harbor in Baltimore. After days of adventure, enjoy a number of clubs that feature comedy, drinks and a chance to relax and unwind.
Magooby's Joke House is a popular Baltimore comedy club that hosts local talent as well as nationally famed talent from Letterman, The Tonight Show and Comedy Central. The medium-sized club can accommodate up to 230 people and reservations are recommended. Bowman Restaurant is on the second level of the club and serves full meals. The club itself features a light-fare menu consisting of appetizers and a full bar with waiter service. The club also offers an occasional open-mic night for would be funny folks looking for exposure. Call ahead for information and schedules.
Magooby's Joke House
9306 Harford Road
Baltimore, MD 21234
410-356-1010
magoobysjokehouse.com
Baltimore Comedy Factory is located in close to the center of Baltimore and is known to host both local and nationally famous comedians on a rotating schedule. The club has featured acts that have also appeared on television specials such as HBO Def Comedy Jam, The Jamie Foxx Special, P. Diddy's Bad Boys of Comedy, The Bernie Mac Special and The Whoopi Goldberg Special. The club hosts a number of events and can be reserved for private parties. A full bar serves cocktails and an adjacent restaurant, Burke's, has been serving meals since 1934.
Baltimore Comedy Factory
32 Light St.
Baltimore, MD 21202
410-547-7798
baltimorecomedy.com
Comedy and magic often go hand in hand and that is the case at Illusions Magic Bar and Lounge. The mood of this club is dark and mysterious and the decor mixes deep-colored woods and antique lighting fixtures to enhance that vibe. A constantly rotating schedule of events takes place at the club and the party will sometimes pour out into the streets when such acts as an upside-down, double strait jacket escape from 50 feet in the air takes place over the street. The club features a house comedian and magician who share the stage with locally established and national touring acts. A full bar is offered and weekend reservations are recommended.
Illusions Magic Bar and Lounge
1025 S Charles St
Baltimore, MD 21264
410-727-5811
illusionsmagicbar.com
