NYLaughs has a new home on Bloomberg Connects — the free arts and culture app from Bloomberg Philanthropies. Think of it as your backstage pass to everything we do in just one click.
Inside the guide, you’ll find audio, videos, photos, and stories that show what NYLaughs is actually about: free comedy turning public spaces into something worth showing up for. Whether you’re planning your next outing or browsing from home, the guide makes it easy to discover NYLaughs anytime, anywhere—and get a deeper feel for NYC’s comedy scene beyond the stage.
Featured in our Bloomberg Connects guide
• Welcome and About Us (Audio & Highlights)
Start with a quick listen to what NYLaughs is about from our founder, Suzette Simon. Learn why we believe free comedy is a cultural force and how we are building community across NYC’s public spaces while bringing to our stages some of your favorite comedians— from rising to established comedians.
• Attend an Event
Everything you need to show up: how to RSVP, where to find schedules, and what to know about accessibility across our NYC venues.
• Past Events (Videos & Highlights)
The highlights reel you didn’t know you needed. Festival moments, partner programs, and proof that yes, it really was that good.
• Meet Our Supporters and Partners
The institutions and civic partners who help us turn lobbies, plazas, and libraries into stages — including Lincoln Center, The New York Public Library, and plenty more.
• Awards and Grants
The recognition that keeps the lights on and the mics hot. Explore the awards that have helped us power our mission and spread free laughter and joy throughout the city.
• Get Involved
Follow along, spread the word, or chip in. Stay connected through social and community links, and learn how to support NYLaughs.
About Bloomberg Connects
Bloomberg Connects is a free digital guide that showcases cultural organizations worldwide—— museums, performance venues, sculpture parks, and now, us. The app makes arts and culture accessible anytime, anywhere, directly from your mobile device.
We’re proud to partner with Bloomberg Philanthropies to bring our story to a global cultural platform. After all, comedy is also a form of culture! For over a decade, we’ve transformed NYC’s most iconic venues into stages where free, unique comedy experiences build community and demonstrate that laughter is also a civic right.
Now, through Bloomberg Connects, you can explore our journey: the events that defined us, the partnerships that amplified our mission, and the talents who trusted us with their craft.
