About this Event
Free late-night stand-up comedy every Wednesday at 10 PM in Friendship Heights, DC.
Love dark humor? Smack Talk Raw is Washington, DC's most sick and twisted late-night comedy show, produced by Wildcard Laughs at Aura Bar & Lounge, a 2-minute walk from the Friendship Heights Metro (Red Line). Wildcard Laughs has hosted 125+ shows for 3,200+ DC comedy fans.
The city's freshest talent, seasoned pros and surprise guests drop their most unhinged material in front of a late-night crowd that can handle it. Comedy fanatic or just looking for a wild Wednesday night out in DC? This is your show.
🏆 You're the Judge: It's a comedy competition. Vote for your favorite mentally troubled comedian at the end to lock in their guaranteed spot on next week's show.
⚠️ Warning: If you often get offended by Facebook ragebait posts... maybe don't come to this show.
🎟️ Pick Your Seat
Free RSVP: Gets you in the door. Open seating. No drink specials.
$5 Late Night Pass (+ fees), Most Popular: Guaranteed seat, your first shot FREE (it pays for itself), plus $8 cocktails and $20 beer buckets all night.
VIP Couch (seats up to 3): Your own couch for the crew, and everyone in your party gets the specials.
2 for 1 Deal (through Sep 27): Grab the Late Night Pass early and bring a friend free.
🍸 Late Night Pass Deals
🥃 First Shot Free | 🍹 $8 Cocktails | 🍺 $20 Beer Buckets
📅 Night-Of Schedule
9:30 PM: Doors open
10:00 PM: Showtime
11:30 PM: Votes are in, show ends
📍 Getting Here
Venue: Aura Bar & Lounge, 5247 Wisconsin Ave NW, Washington, DC 20015
Metro: 2-minute walk from Friendship Heights Station (Red Line)
Nearby: An easy late night out from Chevy Chase, Bethesda, Tenleytown, Cleveland Park and Upper NW DC
⚠️ Good to Know
Age: 21+ with valid government-issued ID required for entry.
Content: Adult, dark and unfiltered. Not for the easily offended.
Specials: Drink specials are for Late Night Pass and VIP Couch holders only. Free RSVPs get admission only.
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Event venue & nearby stays
Aura Bar & Lounge, 5247 Wisconsin Avenue Northwest, Washington, United States
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