
WDET’s ‘What’s So Funny About Detroit?’ Comedy Showcase at The Old Miami – Detroit, MI
Don’t miss this upcoming event in Detroit, MI. Happening on Thursday, July 31, 2025 at The Old Miami. Doors open at 7:00 PM.
Mark your last Thursdays! What’s So Funny About Detroit? is coming back to the gorgeous backyard of the Old Miami with host extraordinaire, Ryan Patrick Hooper (In The Groove, M-F, 12-3p).
A new lineup of Detroit’s most talented comedians will take the stage on May 29th, June 26th, July 31th, and August 28th to showcase what, indeed, is so funny about the Motor City. And we finally have one landing page where you can pick up your tickets to all four shows in advance!
********JULY LINEUP JUST ANNOUNCED!*********
On Thursday, July 31, Ryan Patrick Hooper will welcome SAM TALLENT to Detroit as our headliner. Sam will share the stage with local comedians T.BARB, BRIANNA BLACKBURN, and BRAD WENZEL.
******If you purchased a ticket to the June show, which was cancelled due to weather, your ticket will be automatically transferred to the July 31 show.******
Doors open at 6:00PM, show begins at 7:00PM sharp. We will do our very best to have you on your way home by 9:30PM.
This is an UNCENSORED comedy event. The viewpoints of the performers do not necessarily reflect those of WDET or Wayne State University.
This is a BRING YOUR OWN CHAIR and/or BLANKET event. When you get to the backyard, please set up blankets in the front, chairs in the back. There will be very limited on-site seating.
The Old Miami is a 21+ venue – NO EXCEPTIONS – we apologize in advance for any inconvenience! You may be required to show a photo ID for entry.
Tickets are $25 in advance and $30 at the door. We will accept cash and card at the door.
There will be an on-site food vendor. No outside beverages are permitted.
See FAQ for any additonal details on parking, outside food and beverage, and pets.
Tickets-RSVP Link

