Comedy in Evansville & Tri-state.
Laughing Dad Entertainment
Evansville is where it all started. Laughing Dad Entertainment founder, Danny Browning, got his start as house MC at the Evansville Funny Bone, spent years on the road headlining comedy clubs, produces monthly shows in Newburgh, and built Laughing Dad Entertainment into a regional production company from right here in the Tri-State. Southern Indiana isn't just a market on a map. It's home.
Today, Laughing Dad Entertainment produces public comedy shows, corporate events, fundraisers, and private entertainment nights across Evansville, Newburgh, and the surrounding Tri-State area: Southern Indiana, Western Kentucky, and Southeast Illinois. If you're looking for an upcoming show to attend or a production partner for your next event, you're in the right place.
Today, Laughing Dad Entertainment produces public comedy shows, corporate events, fundraisers, and private entertainment nights across Evansville, Newburgh, and the surrounding Tri-State area: Southern Indiana, Western Kentucky, and Southeast Illinois. If you're looking for an upcoming show to attend or a production partner for your next event, you're in the right place.
Upcoming Comedy Shows in Evansville and Tri-State Area
Public shows are listed below as they're confirmed. Seating at smaller venues fills up fast. If something looks interesting, click the ticket link!
July 25, 2026 | Comedy Night at Haven's Bar | Newburgh, IN
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Showtime: 7:30 PM (CST)
Location: 300 W Jennings Street, Newburgh, IN Details: Haven's Comedy Night returns, and we are bringing the heat! Join Laughing Dad Entertainment for the Tri-State's longest-running comedy night. This is a true, authentic comedy club experience right in your backyard, featuring road-tested, professional touring comedians. It's the perfect opportunity to laugh local and makes for an unbeatable date night. |
September 26, 2026 | Comedy Fundraiser at Resurrection Catholic | Evansville, IN
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Showtime: 7:30 PM (Following Mass and Dinner)
Location: 5301 New Harmony Rd, Evansville, IN Details: Laughing Dad Entertainment is bringing a true comedy club experience to Evansville! It’s the perfect date night or evening out with friends to support a great cause. Note: This is an exclusive, private event for Resurrection Church members and their VIP guests. Tickets: $20.00 (Includes 4 drink tickets!). Tickets go on sale August 21st. |
November 6, 2026 | Comedy Night at Haven's with Ryan Niemiller | Newburgh, IN
Showtime: 7:00 PM CST (Seating begins at 630)
Location: 300 West Jennings Street, Newburgh, IN
Details: Laughing Dad Entertainment & Haven's Bar in Newburgh are excited to present a special night of comedy with Ryan Niemiller! Make a night of it by arriving early when doors open at 7 PM to enjoy great food and drinks and settling in for a night of laughs at 7:30 PM. Ryan Niemiller is an Indiana native and America's Got Talent finalist. Other talented comedians TBA.
Tickets: $20 in advance / $25 at the door. Tickets not yet on sale. Mark your calendars for Friday, November 6, and check back soon!
Location: 300 West Jennings Street, Newburgh, IN
Details: Laughing Dad Entertainment & Haven's Bar in Newburgh are excited to present a special night of comedy with Ryan Niemiller! Make a night of it by arriving early when doors open at 7 PM to enjoy great food and drinks and settling in for a night of laughs at 7:30 PM. Ryan Niemiller is an Indiana native and America's Got Talent finalist. Other talented comedians TBA.
Tickets: $20 in advance / $25 at the door. Tickets not yet on sale. Mark your calendars for Friday, November 6, and check back soon!
About the Evansville Comedy Scene
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Evansville sits at the intersection of three states, which means the audience that shows up for a comedy night reflects the whole region. Blue-collar and professional. Longtime locals and transplants. The kind of crowd that doesn't need to be warmed up, they came to laugh, and they mean it.
The Tri-State area has supported live comedy consistently for decades. The Evansville Funny Bone brought national touring acts to this market and built an audience that knows what a real show looks like. That audience is still here, still hungry for live entertainment, and still shows up when the right show comes to the right room. Laughing Dad Entertainment produces shows across the region, in theatres, lodge halls, and event spaces in Evansville, Newburgh, Henderson, Owensboro, and surrounding communities. The goal is always the same: put a great show in front of a great crowd and let the room do the rest. |
Bring Laughing Dad Entertainment to Your Evansville Event
Public shows are only part of what Laughing Dad Entertainment does in this market. Whether you're planning a corporate event, a nonprofit fundraiser, a church comedy night, or a private gathering anywhere in the Tri-State area, Danny Browning produces those shows personally.
Corporate events. Clean, professionally produced comedy for company parties, holiday gatherings, and team-building events. Packages start at $1,500 and include a comedian, sound production, pre-show consultation, and night-of management.
Comedy fundraisers. A proven revenue model for nonprofits, churches, and civic organizations. No upfront cost to your organization. Laughing Dad Entertainment brings the full show and splits ticket revenue with you.
Holiday and Christmas office parties. Turnkey comedy entertainment for businesses that want a fun, hassle-free holiday celebration employees will actually look forward to. Professional comedians, clean production, and a memorable night of laughter for your team.
You bring the crowd. We bring the show. Book your event today.
Corporate events. Clean, professionally produced comedy for company parties, holiday gatherings, and team-building events. Packages start at $1,500 and include a comedian, sound production, pre-show consultation, and night-of management.
Comedy fundraisers. A proven revenue model for nonprofits, churches, and civic organizations. No upfront cost to your organization. Laughing Dad Entertainment brings the full show and splits ticket revenue with you.
Holiday and Christmas office parties. Turnkey comedy entertainment for businesses that want a fun, hassle-free holiday celebration employees will actually look forward to. Professional comedians, clean production, and a memorable night of laughter for your team.
You bring the crowd. We bring the show. Book your event today.
Stay in the Loop
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New shows get added to this page as they're confirmed. If you want to be the first to know about upcoming Evansville-area comedy events from Laughing Dad Entertainment, follow us on Facebook, Instagram, or check back here regularly.
Shows sell out. Smaller venues especially. If you see something on this page that looks right, grab your ticket before someone else does. |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where does Laughing Dad Entertainment produce shows in the Evansville area?
Shows rotate across multiple venues in Evansville, Newburgh, and the broader Tri-State region, including Henderson and Owensboro. Venue details are listed with each show above.
How do I get tickets to upcoming Evansville comedy shows?
Ticket links are listed with each show on this page. Most shows use Eventbrite or a similar platform. Buying in advance is strongly recommended for smaller venues where seating is limited.
Can I book a private comedy show or fundraiser in the Evansville area?
Yes. Laughing Dad Entertainment produces private corporate events, comedy fundraisers, church shows, and civic organization nights throughout Southern Indiana and the Tri-State area. Use the booking link above to start the conversation.
Is Danny Browning from Evansville?
Danny is based in Floyds Knobs, Indiana, just across the river from Louisville, but his roots in the Evansville comedy market run deep. He got his start as house MC at the Evansville Funny Bone and spent years producing shows in Newburgh before expanding Laughing Dad Entertainment into a regional operation. This market is where a lot of it started. He also lived on the West Side for several years while working as a videographer for WFIE-TV
Does Laughing Dad Entertainment produce clean comedy shows in Evansville?
Yes. Every private event Laughing Dad Entertainment produces is built around clean, professional material appropriate for a mixed adult audience. For church and faith-based events specifically, the content standard is discussed directly with the organization before anything is booked. Bar shows vary by rating from PG to R.