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147 Stand-Up Comedians serving Palo Alto, CA

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David Studebaker

5.0 (32)
Top Performer
41 Verified bookings

  • San Francisco, CA
  • Stand-Up Comedian
  • 28 miles from Palo Alto
  • $750-$10,000

Cookie P. said “Very professional in all areas I would expect. Very Funny, Prepared with knowledge about our organization, Kept our audience engaged all night. We will never plan another Comedy Night Fundraising... ”
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Samson "Mahatma Moses" Koletkar

4.89 (6)
21 Verified bookings

  • Hayward, CA
  • Stand-Up Comedian
  • 16 miles from Palo Alto
  • Contact for rates

Stu K. said “Samson had the crowd in the palm of his hand. Pure comedy talent. His pace and delivery were superb. Exactly what we wanted for a headliner for our gala event. Book Samson Koletkar now. ”

Phil Johnson

4.90 (10)
14 Verified bookings

  • Milpitas, CA
  • Stand-Up Comedian
  • 13 miles from Palo Alto
  • $500 and up.

Nimi B. said “Phil did an awesome job at our fundraiser event. Also gave very detailed custom-specific content based on researching our industry! The engineering geeks loved it! ”

Patrick McDermott

5.0 (1)
1 Verified booking

  • San Jose, CA
  • Stand-Up Comedian
  • 16 miles from Palo Alto
  • Starting at $3,000.00

Conner B. said “Patrick was invited to our jazz night to entertain guests between intermissions. His professionalism shines throughout the set and his jokes made our guests quite entertained. Patrick made everyone... ”

Anna May, Comic

5.0 (1)
1 Verified booking

  • Hayward, CA
  • Stand-Up Comedian
  • 16 miles from Palo Alto
  • $200-$1,000, flexible case by case

Felicity C. said “Anna may did a fantastic job at our Oriental Food Association event. to be honest, it was a challenging room — people were networking, catching up with old friends, and not always fully focused on the... ”

K. Cheng

5.0 (2)
3 Verified bookings

  • San Leandro, CA
  • Stand-Up Comedian
  • 20 miles from Palo Alto
  • $100-$700

Amy L. said “K opened up for our annual nonprofit gala and the audience loved him. We asked for lighthearted humor that all ages could enjoy. Had chatted with him to curate the show to highlight Asian Americans... ”

Melvin Jr

5.0 (3)
5 Verified bookings

  • Oakland, CA
  • Stand-Up Comedian
  • 26 miles from Palo Alto
  • $250 and up

Cassandra R. said “Melvin Jr. was great at reading his audience and shifting gears. He is hilariously funny, down to earth and felt like family. We would definitely hire him again for another event. Thanks again! ”

Actually Funny Comedy

5.0 (6)
4 Verified bookings

  • Livermore, CA
  • Stand-Up Comedian
  • 26 miles from Palo Alto
  • $200-$600

Jj C. said “Jacob was a good guy. He and his daughter were very kind and punctual. He was willing to adapt with our time schedule. He was hired on for a church event and I enjoyed his set. Thank You Jacob for... ”

Sid Singh

4.35 (7)
5 Verified bookings

  • San Francisco, CA
  • Stand-Up Comedian
  • 28 miles from Palo Alto
  • $250 and up

Aishwarya R. said “ We had a lot of young kids and Sid was great at handling them as well - adults and kids enjoyed it! ”

British Jon

2 Verified bookings

  • San Francisco, CA
  • Stand-Up Comedian
  • 28 miles from Palo Alto
  • $250-4000

British Jon is an established Bay Area stand-up comedian and MC. His distinct British accent and impeccable delivery elevate clever comedy to a whole new...

Standup Comedy & Hosting

5.0 (2)
3 Verified bookings

  • San Francisco, CA
  • Stand-Up Comedian
  • 28 miles from Palo Alto
  • Contact for rates

Laura W. said “Annette entertained us for our holiday office party. She was fantastic! The material was completely in sync with the humor of our coworkers! It's not easy to do comedy through Zoom, but she... ”

Brooke Heinichen

5.0 (1)
1 Verified booking

  • San Francisco, CA
  • Stand-Up Comedian
  • 28 miles from Palo Alto
  • Contact for rates

Daniel A. said “Brooke is an amazing talent. Amazing comedian, great collaborator, and someone who you want doing your events. If you want to laugh and have a wonderful time, you need to book her. ”

Irene Tu Comedy

4.89 (9)
16 Verified bookings

  • San Francisco, CA
  • Stand-Up Comedian
  • 28 miles from Palo Alto
  • $500-$5000

Meghan O. said “We had a great experience this past weekend with Irene- who did a 30 min set at my friends wedding. She was timely, professional, and most importantly- funny! She did a great balance of prepared... ”

Krista Fatka

3 Verified bookings

  • San Francisco, CA
  • Stand-Up Comedian
  • 28 miles from Palo Alto
  • $200 and up

Edgy and award-winning comedy tailored to enhance your event. Krista delivers hard-hitting writing with the greatest of ease, a skill that has won her several...

Tirumari Jothi

4.0 (1)
1 Verified booking

  • San Francisco, CA
  • Stand-Up Comedian
  • 28 miles from Palo Alto
  • Contact for rates

Stand-up comedian, producer, writer, actor, and MC. I have 10+ years of experience as a performer, performed all around the Bay Area and the country, and am...

Clara BIJL

5.0 (5)
9 Verified bookings

  • San Francisco, CA
  • Stand-Up Comedian
  • 28 miles from Palo Alto
  • Contact for rates

Jupiter H. said “When we first watched clips of Clara online, we thought she was hilarious - but then at the party, she exceeded expectations. I think one guy hurt himself laughing so hard. Thanks Clara, you were... ”

Hence L, Singleton

5.0 (1)
1 Verified booking

  • Emeryville, CA
  • Stand-Up Comedian
  • 29 miles from Palo Alto
  • Starting @ $300 for rates

Gloria H. said “Hence is an outstanding entertainer and comedian. I reviewed multiple comedians prior to hiring him. He came in with such great force and was so accommodating and funnier than heck! Our guest... ”

  • Sunnyvale, CA
  • Stand-Up Comedian
  • 8 miles from Palo Alto
  • Contact for rates

Eric G. said “I booked Mandy to headline my show and she absolutely delivered. Her set was polished, relatable and enjoyed by everyone in the room. What really stood out was how many people approached me after... ”

  • Fremont, CA
  • Stand-Up Comedian
  • 11 miles from Palo Alto
  • $500 and up

Danna K. B. said “I've worked with Chris on multiple shows. He is an audience favorite. People attending repeat shows are excited to hear he will be appearing. He is excellent in engaging the audience; they feel he... ”

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Quick facts for Stand-Up Comedians in Palo Alto, CA

6,318 quotes sent

In the past year, Stand-Up Comedians have sent 6,318 quotes to event planners.

36th most popular

Stand-Up Comedians rank #36 in popularity out of 539 categories on GigSalad.

4.9 out of 5 stars

There are 4,695 Stand-Up Comedian reviews on GigSalad with an average rating of 4.9 stars.

2 days on average to book

From request to booking, it takes 2 days (on average) to hire a Stand-Up Comedian.

Palo Alto ranks #36

Palo Alto is the 36th most popular city for Stand-Up Comedians requests in California.

Popular events

Stand-Up Comedians are typically hired for Fundraisers in Palo Alto, CA.

California ranks #2

California is the 2nd most popular state for Stand-Up Comedians requests in the United States.

About booking Stand-Up Comedians in Palo Alto, CA

You can’t go wrong with a night of laughter! You can book a stand-up comedian to do a full set at any special occasion like a birthday party. Or, add them to the lineup at your comedy club. They can also serve as a master of ceremonies at a corporate event or convention. From clean comedians to corporate comedians, you can find the perfect comedy show for your event.

The cost of hiring a professional stand-up comedian in Palo Alto, CA will vary depending on how long you need them to perform and their experience level. Comics who have been doing live events for years will likely charge more than green comedians just starting out. Though both are great choices! Contact the local stand-up comedians above to get a quote customized for your event.

While browsing profiles for Palo Alto stand-up comedians, read about their services and watch videos of their performances. You want to make sure their jokes and comedy style will fit the vibe of your event. Then check out reviews from past clients to see how other audiences reacted to them. When talking with comedians, discuss important details like arrival times, setup requirements, and any special requests you might have for their content.

Once you find the stand-up comedy act you want to hire, finalize the booking on GigSalad. Our full-service platform makes it easy to book live comedy shows for public events and private parties. You can message the entertainer, confirm the details of your agreement, and make a secure payment all in one place. Every GigSalad event is covered by our Worry-Free Guarantee, so you can rest easy knowing we’ve got your back. You just focus on the laughs!

Stand-Up Comedians serving the Palo Alto, CA area

These Stand-Up Comedians serve the wider Palo Alto and Santa Clara county area and travel to Stanford, East Palo Alto, Menlo Park, Atherton, Los Altos, Los Altos Hills, Mountain View, Redwood City, Silicon Valley, Woodside, Portola Valley, Portola Vally, Emerald Hills, Sunnyvale, San Carlos, Newark, Redwood Shores, Belmont, Alviso, Cupertino, Foster City, La Honda, Fremont, Union City, Santa Clara, San Mateo, Milpitas, Saratoga, Burlingame, and Loma Mar.