Welcome to Stress Factory Comedy Club – Bridgeport, a dedicated stand-up venue nestled in downtown Bridgeport. With a relaxed, intimate setting and a first-come, first-served layout, it’s a great spot to catch top regional and national comedians. The club seats roughly 300–320 guests, keeping the energy lively and comfortable. A two-item minimum per person applies, ensuring a steady, enjoyable dining and comedy experience.

Conveniently located at 167 State St., Bridgeport, CT 06604, Stress Factory Bridgeport is easily accessible by car, transit, and nearby amenities. We’ve got you covered with reliable ticket options and practical details to help you secure your seats with ease.

Whether you’re chasing the next big set or planning a full evening around a headlining night, we’ve got you covered with up-to-date venue details, parking pointers, transit options, and nearby hotel and restaurant picks. While the local hotel landscape evolves, we’ll point you to current options and trusted partners to help you plan a smooth, no-fuss night out in Bridgeport.

Tip: Secure your seats early, arrive with time to grab a snack, and enjoy a solid comedy lineup featuring talents ranging from high-energy headliners to popular open mic nights. For media highlights and event specifics, check the venue’s schedule and our partner recommendations for a complete evening plan.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

Address and venue type: The Stress Factory Bridgeport, a stand-up comedy club, located at 167 State St., Bridgeport, CT 06604. Venue type is a dedicated comedy club with table seating only (no general admission standing).
Seating and chart: All patrons are seated at tables; seating is first-come, first-served for general admission with VIP seats available in the front or other preferred areas as indicated per show. A two-item minimum per person applies.
Capacity (approximate): Reported to be around 320 seats in media coverage; venue commonly described as a 300-seat to ~320-seat operation depending on configuration.
Parking and directions: Parking is city street parking with an adjacent paid lot off Markle Court; directions refer to McLevy Green vicinity and Markle Court parking.
Transit: Bridgeport Station (Amtrak/Metro-North) is the major nearby transit hub (525 Water Street), with local bus connections; station details available from MTA/Great American Stations.
Nearby hotels: The ex-Holiday Inn Bridgeport-Trumbull-Fairfield at 1070 Main St. has closed and is being redeveloped; nearby hotel options are evolving, with a new The Post Hotel planned for downtown Bridgeport as of 2025–2027 reports.
Notable events hosted: Opening night in 2018 featured Jim Breuer; notable headliners in recent years have included Capone, Tony Woods, Joe Gatto, Sheryl Underwood, TK Kirkland, Sheryl Underwood, and others listed in the venue’s event pages; the venue frequently hosts open mic nights and weekly headliners.