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Midweek Madness Open Mic
Our mid-week pick-me-up open mic, featuring screaming chicken!
About This Show
It's mid-week, we need some LAUGHTERS to release some midweek madness!
Standup comedy in English, an unpredictable evening filled with humor, pay what you want!
Who's on? Won't tell you. Who's hosting? Guess. Do screaming chicken play a part? Come and see!
This is our comedy gym — raw, unfiltered, wild and fun. Comedians try out new material, experiment with new ways to tell jokes, and occasionally find spectacular new ways to fail at jokes — while you sit there with a drink and decide what lands. Some of the best bits you'll ever see in Lisbon started as wobbly experiments on a Wednesday night at Midweek Madness.
Whether you've been in the comedy scene for years or just starting out, whether you want to watch or you want to try — this is the place. Locals, visitors, expats, digital nomads, people who just wandered in because they saw a light on — everyone's welcome. Come laugh and mingle and power through the rest of the work week with some actual joy in your system.
Featuring:
Pedro Fabião (5)
Daniel Nielsen (5)
Antonio Gaudino (5)
RiK MG (5)
Want to perform? Apply online beforehand. We balance the lineup between seasoned comics and newcomers so the show stays fun for everyone.
📍 Xafarix — if you're facing the fountain, we are on your RIGHT!
69 Avenida Dom Carlos I, 1200-647 Lisboa
🕗 Every Wednesday. Doors 8:30 PM — come early, grab a drink, say hello. Show 9:00 PM. Done ~11:00 PM.
Reservations held until 8:50 PM (ten minutes before showtime) — after that, first come first served!
💸 Pay what you want at the end. Suggested: EUR5 per person — but whatever feels right.
Republic of Comedy — Portugal's first international comedy club, owned and run by comedians.
Venue
Xafarix
69 Avenida Dom Carlos I, Lisboa, PT
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What People Say
"Great spot to listen to some English language comedy. The owner and host is very interactive and funny. Love the place and will definitely be back. And highly recommend to anyone who's a fan of stand up."
"Great comedy club, intimate, and highly entertaining. This Lisbon gem should be a staple of the nightlife as it is a fantastic venue and the artists have been very good on our visits. Highly recommend!"
"I had loads of fun at their Friday night show. The venue is very cool, ran by and for comedians. This is a no brainer if you are solo travelling as the bar staff look after you and comedy is a great ice breaker when meeting people."
"I have been here twice now, and really enjoyed the experience both times. If you are looking for diverse, multicultural comedy all in English in Lisbon, this is the place! There is also a secretive speakeasy vibe to the bar and its entrance which is a really nice touch."
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Midweek Madness Open Mic
Wed, May 13 · 9:00 PM