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About The Comedy Bar - Dubuque
Discover live comedy at The Comedy Bar in Dubuque, a cornerstone of the Millwork District since 2019. After a brief COVID pause, the space reopened in 2021 and now operates as The Jester’s Lounge in the historic Novelty Iron Works Building. We’ve got you covered with seating options, easy parking, nearby transit, and handpicked hotel and dining recommendations to make your night simple and fun.
Whether you’re chasing a national headliner or a local favorite, secure your seats for a memorable stand-up experience in downtown Dubuque. The venue is known for hosting top acts and continues to bring laughs to the area in its basement space. This page covers what to expect, how to get there, where to stay, and where to grab a bite nearby.
Parking in the Millwork District offers nearby public lots with 4-hour daytime limits; evenings and weekends tend to be more permissive. The Dubuque Intermodal Center is within walking distance for easy rail or bus connections, making a night out convenient for locals and visitors alike. For hotel stays, Hotel Julien Dubuque and Grand Harbor Resort & Waterpark are excellent closeness options with comfortable rooms and easy access to downtown theaters and venues. We’ve highlighted affiliate partners for hotels and nearby restaurants to help you secure convenient accommodations and reliable dining without extra fuss.
Need more help? We’ve got you covered. Consider checking The Jester’s Lounge schedule for stand-up shows featuring national headliners and local talents alike, including past performers like Al Jackson, Brooks Wheelan, and Sean Patton. If you’re planning a trip or extended stay, we can point you to additional entertainment and dining options in the area.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Location: 333 E 10th St, Dubuque, IA 52001 (Millwork District).
- Venue history: Opened as The Comedy Bar in 2019; reopened in October 2021 after COVID shutdowns; space renamed The Jester's Lounge in 2024.
- Seating: No publicly published floor plan; 2021 shows General Admission and VIP seating options (no exact capacity published).
- Basement venue: The Jester’s Lounge operates in the basement space of the Novelty Iron Works Building (site of the former Comedy Bar).
- Parking: Millwork District parking exists with nearby public lots (4-hour daytime limits; evenings/weekends are more permissive).
- Transit: Dubuque Intermodal Center is nearby; transit options are within walking distance.
- Nearby hotels: Hotel Julien Dubuque (200 Main St) and Grand Harbor Resort & Waterpark (350 Bell St) are the closest hotel options.
- Notable events: The Comedy Bar hosted national headliners (e.g., Al Jackson, Brooks Wheelan, Sean Patton) during its 2021 reopening; the space continues to host stand-up shows as The Jester’s Lounge.