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Free “Rush Hour Comedy Night” Friday Night (San Francisco)

Every Friday
Friday, May 9, 2025 - 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*RSVP Required

The Function | 1414 Market Street, San Francisco, CA

Free / RSVP

“Rush Hour Comedy Night” w/ SFs Best Black & Asian Comedians (The Function)

Welcome to ‘Rush Hour Comedy Night’ where laughter knows no bounds and cultural collisions are the name of the game. Join our dynamic duo of black and Asian comedians as they embark on a whirlwind adventure through the streets of humor, weaving together their diverse backgrounds and comedic chops to deliver a show that’s as unpredictable as rush hour traffic.

From sharp-witted stand-up routines to hilarious storytelling and crowd work, “Rush Hour Comedy Night” brings you non-stop laughs from start to finish.

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> First 100 people to RSVP get free tickets.

EVERY FRIDAY, SATURDAY NIGHTS
TWO SHOWS – 7PM + 9PM 

  • Enjoy a 70-90 minute show with 4-5 comics on the bill with credits like Cobbs, Punchline, SF Sketchfest, Clusterfest and Outside Lands.
  • FREE with Eventbrite RSVP – Donations appreciated – bring cash
  • MAXIMUM TWO COMP TICKETS PER PERSON – If you have additional guests you’d like to bring, they must RSVP separately
  • $25 door – Admission is first come first served
  • Like most comedy clubs, there is a two-drink minimum to help support the bar and waitstaff

Like all things in life, the comedy lineup is subject to change.

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$20 TIX AVAILABLE (50) AT DOOR – When Advanced Tix are sold out

About The Function 

Introducing The Function, a vibrant addition to the city’s entertainment scene, where laughter reigns supreme and every night is a celebration of comedic brilliance. Near Hayes Valley and situated in the heart of Mid Market in San Francisco, this dynamic BLACK OWNED club is poised to redefine nightlife on Market Street with its electric atmosphere, top-notch talent lineup, adorned with colorful murals, cozy seating arrangements, and a stage that beckons performers to unleash their comedic prowess.

What the Media Thinks of The Function:

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Disclaimer: Please double check event information with the event organizer as events can be canceled, details can change after they are added to our calendar, and errors do occur.


Cost: FREE*
*RSVP Required
Categories: *Top Pick*, Comedy, Downtown San Francisco, Funcheap Presents, In Person
Address: 1414 Market Street, San Francisco, CA

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