Wednesday, Oct 21 in Toronto

Museum of Toronto’s live storytelling event, Toronto Confessions, returns to The Second City. This speaker series brings together an eclectic mix of knowledge keepers, artists and performers, and civic and community leaders for an evening of candid conversation about what makes Toronto unique and the threads that connect us in this ever-changing city. Hosted by acclaimed actress and comedian Aurora Browne, this edition brings together a wide range of Toronto voices, including Mohawk and Tuscarora playwright and broadcaster Falen Johnson; food writer and host of CBC’s Locals Welcome, Suresh Doss; journalist and national bestselling author of Life After Ambition, Amil Niazi; Hollywood Jade, Canada’s Drag Race choreographer and winner of The Traitors Canada; Pete Bombaci of the GenWell Project; and Sam East of 99.9 Virgin Radio.

Toronto's best comedians improvise a brand new hour long show for you every week. Featuring Dan Beirne and Nicole Passmore, and a rotating cast of guest improvisers, with music from Jordan Armstrong. Guaranteed to be a very Nice Time.

A night of NSFW humour that’s unapologetically gay! If you've ever been told to knock off that gay sh!t, this night of comedy is for you! Each month with a rotating lineup of only the best LGBTQIA+ comedians in Canada, plus an emerging comic featured on each show. Expect dirty jokes, raunchy humour, and scathing hot takes! Wednesday October 21st with host James O'Hara (Winnipeg Comedy Festival) and featuring Ada Nicole, Sam Sferrazza (JFL Toronto, Sirius XM), Bren D'Souza (JFL New Faces, Just For Laughs Montreal), VIZA (CBC's New Wave Of Stand-Up, JFL Toronto & Vancouver) and Tracy Hamilton (Winnipeg Comedy Festival, Just For Laughs Toronto) Early bird tickets are only $15 plus tax so grab them while you can!

Join The Lusty Mannequins (Ashley Comeau, Alastair Forbes, Connor Thompson and Karen Parker) as they hit the stage with their hilarious friends. This comedy variety show will feature some of Canada and the UK's most brilliant comedians as they make mirth and merry to raise money for Mount Sinai and Juravinski Hospitals - the two hospitals that have been pivotal in helping Connor kick cancer's ass! Special guests include: Guled Abdi (TallBoyz), Lil Gabi D (The Squeaky Wheel), Izad Etemadi (Orphan Black, Wine Boys), Patrice Goodman (Sunnyside, The Handmaid's Tale), Colin Mochrie (Whose Line Is It Anyway?) and Rosie Jones (Taskmaster). All proceeds from the show and raffle (yes, there is a raffle with prizes!), will go to the hospitals’ cancer care clinics. *Please note - this show will be filmed for a documentary television show. **There will be an ASL interpreter at this performance.

100% Real Human, the latest Second City Toronto original revue, asks: What does it mean to be human? With a fresh collection of hilarious sketches, original songs, wild new characters, and jaw-dropping unpredictable improv scenes, this show explores the hysterical human experience in a world increasingly run by machines. Written and performed by our talented all-star cast of human comedians and a real live musician, this show is a joyful antidote to the troubles of the day. Close a few tabs and come laugh with us.

HUMP DAY: Date Night, But Funnier. Wednesday just got a whole lot better. Join us at Yuk Yuk’s Toronto for stand-up comedy, drinks, food and a midweek night out. Not a couple? Who cares. Bring your partner, your bestie, your situationship or your sidepiece — we don’t ask questions. Pair Up & Save 20% when you buy two or more tickets. Every Wednesday at 8PM. Come for the comedy. What happens after is none of our business.

Wednesdays at Backroom Comedy Club are where the magic begins! With Toronto’s most diverse and talented comedians clamouring for a spot on our stage, the 8 PM show is a must-see event. From crowd-tested classics to bold new material, every set is a showcase of what makes Toronto one of the most vibrant comedy hubs in the country. It’s not just about the laughs—it’s about the experience. Our Wednesday lineups feature a mix of local legends, rising stars, and surprise drop-ins from across the country. Whether you’re a comedy fanatic or just looking for a night out, this show is the perfect way to break up your week with something fresh, hilarious, and uniquely Toronto. Stay for the 10 PM show and get 50% off your ticket—it’s the perfect excuse to turn your Wednesday night into an unforgettable comedy double feature.

Experience the magic and hilarity of Scenic improv with "The Scene" every Wednesday night in the Studio Theatre. New characters, scenarios and laughs every show all inspired by your suggestions! Then catch one of Comedy Bar's freshest and funniest improv teams deliver their own unique and hilarious style of longform improv. You'll wanna catch these rising stars of comedy NOW, before they all get Netflix specials and become mega famous! Finally, indulge in absolute comedy chaos with The Variety Jim-Jam, a bucket-style improv & stand-up jam for ALL, no experience necessary! Finally, a 3-4-1 comedy night and your chance to jump onstage and join in on the fun! *Must enter name into bucket by 8:30pm to play in the Jim-Jam!

Performers to be determined Oct 20, 2026

The Big Three is Nathan Hare, Ben Stager, and Sam Burns. They perform stand up comedy and have interesting conversations.

No script. No plan. Just Tricia Black and a killer lineup of some of Canada's funniest people making up a brand new hour of comedy, built entirely from your suggestions. Guests have been seen everywhere from CBC, Netflix, Crave, Second City, and more. You never know who's gonna show up. Could be the best night of your life! $10 student tickets at the door (email boxoffice@comedybar.ca to reserve)

The laughs keep rolling at Backroom Comedy Club’s 10 PM Wednesday show, where the stakes are higher, and the comedy gets even sharper. Featuring a lineup of Toronto’s finest comedians alongside special guests from across Canada and beyond, this late-night show is where the city’s comedy scene truly shines. Every performance is different, showcasing the raw, unfiltered talent of comics who bring their craft to our intimate 50-seat venue. The late-night vibe adds an edge that keeps audiences coming back week after week. And don’t forget—if you caught the 8 PM show, you’ll score a sweet discount for the 10 PM. It’s two shows, countless laughs, and a Wednesday night you won’t forget.