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Washington boasts a hot lineup of comedy events this week

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Published on July 17, 2019
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Looking to get some laughs?

When it comes to comedy, there's plenty to keep you busy this week, from stand-up to a comedic tour of the District.

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Comedian Jon Huck

From the event description:

Jon Huck's stand-up comedy can best be described as honest, observational and self-deprecating. 

When: Friday, July 19, 7:30 p.m.
Where: Bier Baron Tavern, 1523 22nd St. NW
Price: $10
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Comedy Walk 

From the event description:

It's stand-up comedy, with the city as your stage. A pro stand-up comedian is your guide to Washington during this unique tour. 

When: Saturday, July 20, 2 p.m.
Where: Lafayette Park (by Decatur House), 748 Jackson Place NW
Price: $10
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Capitol Steps

From the event description:

With jokes aimed at both ends of the political spectrum — and pretty much all of the middle, too — musical-comedy group The Capitol Steps has been eliciting laughs at democracy’s expense since 1981. If you’ve ever wanted to see Barack Obama sing a show tune, Donald Trump sing a rock song and Vladimir Putin dance shirtless, this is the show for you. 

When: Saturday, July 20, 7:30 p.m.
Where: Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center, 1300 Pennsylvania Ave. NW
Price: $26
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The Second City's 'America; It's Complicated!'

From the event description:

Comedy legends The Second City return to the Kennedy Center with an all-new, hilarious show that reaches way across the aisle for nonstop equal-opportunity laughs. 

When: Saturday, July 20, 9 p.m.
Where: The Kennedy Center Theater Lab, 2700 F St., NW
Price: $39
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Parking in DC can be tough, especially during popular events. To find free or cheap parking and to book parking in advance, see this map of DC parking from SpotAngels. And to get there by public transportation, check the Metro website for nearby stations and schedules.


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