How many comedians and how long should a home comedy show last?

For a comedy night among friends, 3–5 comedians is a comfortable number. You can have an MC who introduces and performs 5–10 minutes at the start, 3–4 comedians with 8–10 minutes each, and a break in the middle of 10–15 minutes for food and drinks. In total, a home comedy show usually works well if it lasts between 1.5 and 2 hours. In the event description on Fiestukis you can indicate approximate times so everyone knows what to expect.

What comedy show ideas can I do if the comedians are amateurs?

With amateur comedians, a flexible and fun format works best. Some ideas include: open mic where any friend can sign up to do 5 minutes, a themed night of monologues about work, relationships or travel, improv games with words or situations suggested by the audience, or a friendly roast with everyone's consent to make gentle jokes about a friend. You can create a list on Fiestukis so people can sign up for their preferred format and reserve mic slots in advance.

What food for a comedy night is most practical?

The best food for a comedy night is easy to eat and doesn't make too much noise or mess. For example: snacks like crisps, nuts and nachos with mild salsa; finger food like mini sandwiches, mini pizzas, croquettes or hummus with vegetables; and sweets like cut brownies, cookies or sliced fruit. Avoid dishes that require cutlery or too much attention while comedians are performing. On Fiestukis you can create a who brings what list so each guest chooses a snack or drink and there are no duplicates.

How can I create simple but effective comedy party decorations?

You don't need a big budget to create a comedy club atmosphere. Try this: a corner with a curtain or dark sheet as a stage backdrop, a microphone (even if decorative) and a stool or high chair, posters with funny phrases or short jokes on the wall, and warm lights or a string of fairy lights to add coziness. Share inspiration photos on the Fiestukis event page so other guests can contribute ideas or bring decorative elements.

How do I manage the comedy show guest list if space is limited?

First calculate how many people can be seated with good visibility and set this number as your limit. Then create the event on Fiestukis and only send invitations to those you can actually accommodate, ask them to confirm attendance (RSVP) with a deadline, and if someone cancels, you can invite someone from the waiting list and update it easily. This way you avoid having too many people standing or people who can't see the stage properly.

What basic rules should a comedy show have so everyone has a good time?

It's helpful to set a few clear rules at the start of the night so everyone has fun. For example: respect for comedians by avoiding loud talking or interrupting during monologues, clarify the type of content explaining if there may be adult humor or if it's family-friendly, indicate if photos or videos of performances are allowed, and ask each comedian to respect their time so everyone can perform. You can write these rules in the event description on Fiestukis so guests are clear before arriving.

How to organize a comedy show unforgettable for your guests

Ideas, checklists and coordination tools to plan a relaxed, hilarious comedy show without stress.

Step-by-step guide to organizing a comedy show

Define the comedy night basics — Decide what type of comedy show you want: open mic, a few amateur friends, or a more formal stand-up line-up. Fix date, time and location (living room, bar, community hall, terrace) and estimate how many people you want to invite. Create the event on Fiestukis right away so you have a central place for the description, guest list and "bring something" list from the start.
Shape the format and choose comedians — Decide the format: number of sets, length of each performance (e.g. 8–10 minutes), and whether you'll have an MC to present each comedian. Invite friends who like performing or contact local comedians, and confirm who is in, what language they'll perform in and any content boundaries (family-friendly, adult-only, corporate-safe). Use Fiestukis to share the running order and timing so every comedian knows when they go on stage.
Plan the space, stage and basic tech — Choose how you'll set up the room: chairs in rows facing a small "stage" area, or a more informal cabaret style with tables. Prepare a simple stage corner with good lighting, a stool, and if possible a mic and speaker so everyone can hear clearly. In the Fiestukis event page, add a checklist for who can bring microphone, speaker, extension cables or extra chairs so you don't have to rent everything.
Organize food, drinks and comedy-themed decor — Think of easy comedy night snacks: finger food, crisps, dips, mini pizzas, or a few homemade tapas that people can eat between sets. For drinks, decide if you'll offer basic options (water, soft drinks, beer, wine) or if guests should bring their own. Create a "bring something" list on Fiestukis so guests can sign up for snacks, drinks or desserts and avoid duplicates, and add simple decor ideas like posters with jokes, a red curtain backdrop or a light-up sign for fun comedy party decorations.
Prepare the running order and audience flow — Draft a simple schedule: doors open, show start, short break, second half, and approximate end time (usually 2–3 hours total). Decide how you'll welcome people, where they'll leave coats, and how you'll manage seating so latecomers don't interrupt performances. Share the timeline on Fiestukis so both comedians and guests know when to arrive and when the show really starts.
Confirm details, promote and enjoy the show — A few days before, confirm attendance via Fiestukis and close your comedy show guest list if space is limited. Share the event link on WhatsApp or social media so people have all the info in one place, including address, access instructions and what they're bringing. On the day, do a quick sound and light check, keep the atmosphere relaxed, and let the laughter do the rest.

Complete guide to planning your comedy show

For a comedy night among friends, 3–5 comedians is a comfortable number. You can have:

An MC who introduces and performs 5–10 minutes at the start.
3–4 comedians with 8–10 minutes each.
A break in the middle of 10–15 minutes for food and drinks.

In total, a home comedy show usually works well if it lasts between 1.5 and 2 hours. In the event description on Fiestukis you can indicate approximate times so everyone knows what to expect.

With amateur comedians, a flexible and fun format works best. Some ideas:

Open mic: any friend can sign up to do 5 minutes.
Themed night: monologues about work, relationships, travel, etc.
Improv: improv games with words or situations suggested by the audience.
Friendly roast: with everyone's consent, make gentle jokes about a friend (like at a birthday).

You can create a list on Fiestukis so people sign up for their preferred format and reserve mic slots in advance.

The best food is easy to eat and doesn't make too much noise or mess. For example:

Snacks: crisps, nuts, nachos with mild salsa.
Finger food: mini sandwiches, mini pizzas, croquettes, hummus with vegetables.
Sweets: cut brownies, cookies, sliced fruit.

Avoid dishes that require cutlery or too much attention while comedians are performing. On Fiestukis you can create a "who brings what" list so each guest chooses a snack or drink and there are no duplicates.

You don't need a big budget to create a comedy club atmosphere. Try this:

A corner with a curtain or dark sheet as a stage backdrop.
A microphone (even if decorative) and a stool or high chair.
Posters with funny phrases or short jokes on the wall.
Warm lights or a string of fairy lights to add coziness.

Share inspiration photos on the Fiestukis event page so other guests can contribute ideas or bring decorative elements.

First calculate how many people can be seated with good visibility and set this number as your limit. Then:

Create the event on Fiestukis and only send invitations to those you can actually accommodate.
Ask them to confirm attendance (RSVP) with a deadline.
If someone cancels, you can invite someone from the waiting list and update it easily.

This way you avoid having too many people standing or people who can't see the stage properly.

It's helpful to set a few clear rules at the start of the night:

Respect for comedians: avoid loud talking or interrupting during monologues.
Content: explain if there may be adult humor or if it's family-friendly.
Photos/videos: indicate if recording performances is allowed or not.
Time: each comedian respects their time so everyone can perform.

You can write these rules in the event description on Fiestukis so guests are clear before arriving.

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