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Times Square Pride Comedy Nights: Celebrate Laughter and Love

Comedy Village NYC will celebrate Pride Month with two special live stand-up comedy events in Times Square: **“People Be Gay... and Hilarious!”** on Wednesday, June 24 at 8PM, and **“Celebrate Pride Feat”** on Thursday, June 25 at 8PM. Hosted at Comedy Village, located at 352 West 44th Street in the heart of Midtown.


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Comedy Village NYC, Times Square’s home for live stand-up comedy, is proud to announce two special Pride Month comedy events celebrating laughter, identity, community, and New York City nightlife. The shows, “People Be Gay... and Hilarious!” on Wednesday, June 24 at 8PM and “Celebrate Pride Feat” on Thursday, June 25 at 8PM, will take place at Comedy Village, located at 352 West 44th Street in Times Square.

The Pride Month comedy events will feature a lineup of standout comedians, including Harrison Greenbaum, Jaye McBride, Akeem Woods, Paula J. Leon and Oscar Aydin, bringing audiences a high-energy night of live comedy in the heart of Midtown Manhattan. Located steps from Broadway and the Theater District, Comedy Village continues to grow as one of New York City’s most exciting destinations for live stand-up comedy, nightlife, group outings, date nights, birthday celebrations, and visitors searching for comedy shows in NYC tonight.

People are Gay and hilirious

People are Gay and hilirious

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“Comedy is about love not hate. Making jokes about ourselves is funny, making comments for cheap laughs is sad, We choose to celebrate love and laughter.”

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“These shows are about celebrating Pride with laughter, visibility, and community,” said a Comedy Village representative. “New York City has always been a place where comedy, culture, and identity meet. Pride Month is the perfect time to bring people together for a night of big laughs, great energy, and unforgettable live entertainment in Times Square.”

Harrison Greenbaum brings sharp writing, fast-paced delivery, and a polished stage presence to the Comedy Village Pride lineup. A New York comedian and host, Greenbaum has performed at major comedy clubs and has appeared on programs including America’s Got Talent, Conan, and Last Comic Standing. His background also includes comedy and magic, making his performance style highly engaging for live audiences.

Jaye McBride adds a powerful and authentic voice to the Pride Month celebration. McBride is widely recognized as a trailblazing transgender comedian and has been noted as the first openly transgender American comedian to perform at Madison Square Garden. She was also named to Vulture’s “Comedians You Should and Will Know” list in 2022, further establishing her as one of the important voices in modern stand-up comedy.

Akeem Woods brings charisma, rhythm, and a crowd-friendly comedy style to the stage. His performance energy makes him a strong fit for Comedy Village’s Times Square audience, where tourists, locals, and nightlife crowds come together for fast-moving, live stand-up comedy. Woods adds personality and presence to the lineup, helping create a show that feels celebratory, inclusive, and built for the room.

Oscar Aydin rounds out the lineup with a bold stage presence and high-energy comedy voice. Aydin’s performance style connects well with audiences looking for a fun, lively night out in New York City. As part of the “Celebrate Pride Feat” event, he helps bring together the spirit of Pride Month with the excitement of live comedy in one of the busiest entertainment districts in the world.

The two-night Pride comedy celebration is designed for locals, tourists, LGBTQ+ audiences, allies, Broadway visitors, nightlife fans, and anyone searching for fun things to do in NYC at night. Guests can expect live stand-up comedy, surprise moments, great drinks, food, and Comedy Village’s signature slogan: “You never know who’ll stop by.”

Comedy Village’s Pride Month shows also highlight the venue’s growing role as a Times Square comedy club supporting diverse voices, new audiences, and NYC’s vibrant stand-up comedy scene. From comedy shows near Broadway to late-night entertainment in Midtown Manhattan, Comedy Village continues to position itself as a must-visit destination for live comedy in New York City.

Event Details:
People Be Gay... and Hilarious!
Wednesday, June 24, 2026
8:00 PM

Celebrate Pride Feat
Thursday, June 25, 2026
8:00 PM

Location:
Comedy Village NYC
352 West 44th Street
New York, NY 10036

For tickets and more information, visit ComedyVillage.com.

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