Hard Knock Laughs

Schedule

Thu Apr 02 2026 at 08:00 pm to 10:30 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

The Comic Strip | New York, NY

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Jeffrey Hernandez presents Hard Knock Laughs, a premium comedy showcase featuring all headliners, live at the legendary Comic Strip.
About this Event

Hard Knock Laughs is back for one night only bringing the crew together for a premium, high-impact stand-up experience at the legendary Comic Strip.

With a curated and diverse lineup of legendary and rising comedians, Hard Knock Laughs offers more than laughs—it’s abold, stylish escape for audiences want to forget their worries, sipsomething smooth, and experience joy in high definition.

Over the years, Hard Knock Laughs has featured: Louis C.K., Amy Schumer, Jay Pharaoh, Chris Rock, David Alan Grier, Michael Che, Godfrey, George Wallace, Judah Friedlander, Tony Woods, Caroline Rhea, Mike Yard, Chris Distefano, Andrew Schulz, Marshall Brandon, Kyle Grooms, Donnell Rawlings, Pete Davidson, Brandon T. Jackson, and countless others.

The height of independent comedy...” -Village Voice



Hosted by Hard Knock Laughs Jeffrey Hernandez
Music by Burtsmooth

Produced by Hard Knock Laughs in collaboration with The Brandprint

Please Note: All guests must meet a 2-item minimum purchase (any two items from the menu). The Comic Strip serves drinks and food!


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The Comic Strip, 1568 2nd Avenue, New York, United States

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USD 25.27

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