Nationally Touring Comedian Myq Kaplan Headlines One-Night Performance in Bellingham
Nationally touring comedian Myq Kaplan will perform at Bar Two Eleven in Bellingham on Oct. 23. Hosted by Tim Riney as part of the Guffawingham comedy series, the one-night event also features Seattle comedian Richard Bowen and Bellingham favorite Brett Emerson.
Bellingham, Wa. (Newsworthy.ai) Thursday Oct 8, 2026 @ 6:30 PM PDT
Myq Kaplan - Comedian
"As a vegan, Bellingham is one of my favorite hams," Kaplan joked.
Nationally touring comedian Myq Kaplan will headline a special one-night performance at Bar Two Eleven in downtown Bellingham on Friday, Oct. 23, bringing one of stand-up comedy's sharpest comedic voices to Northwest Washington.
Kaplan has appeared on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, Conan, The Late Show with David Letterman, The Late Late Show, and Comedy Central Presents. His insightful humor and signature wordplay have garnered a global fanbase.
Myq Kaplan - Comedian
"As a vegan, Bellingham is one of my favorite hams," Kaplan joked.
"I love doing comedy anywhere, and Bellingham is one of those anywheres!" said Kaplan.
Kaplan is also well known within the vegan community. His first comedy album, Vegan Mind Meld, introduced audiences to comedy inspired by his vegan lifestyle, a theme that still appears throughout his stand-up today.
"As a vegan, Bellingham is one of my favorite hams," Kaplan joked.
The performance is presented by Guffawingham, a local comedy series created by comedian and producer Tim Riney. The series brings nationally touring comedians together with regional performers, giving Bellingham audiences more opportunities to experience live stand-up close to home.
The evening also features Richard Bowen, a Seattle comedian known for his rapid-fire one-liners and sharp observations. Bowen earned national recognition after being named Laffy Taffy's "Chief Laugh Officer."
Rounding out the lineup is Brett Emerson, a longtime Bellingham comedian whose quick wit and fearless sense of humor have made him a familiar face on stages throughout the region.
"I love performing in the Pacific Northwest, because I'm a pacifist, a northerner, and a big fan of Mae West," Kaplan said.
The performance is expected to draw comedy fans from throughout Northwest Washington and nearby British Columbia for a rare opportunity to see a nationally touring headliner in an intimate downtown venue.
Event Details
Date: Friday, Oct. 23, 2026
Venue: Bar Two Eleven
211 E. Chestnut Street
Bellingham, WA
Doors Open: 7:00 p.m.
Show Starts: 8:00 p.m.
Tickets: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/guffawingham/2444106
About Myq Kaplan
Myq Kaplan is a nationally touring comedian, writer, actor, and podcast host. His television appearances include The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, Conan, The Late Show with David Letterman, The Late Late Show, and Comedy Central Presents. He has released multiple acclaimed comedy specials and albums and continues to perform at clubs, theaters, and festivals throughout North America.
Frequently Asked Questions
- When and where is Myq Kaplan's next performance?
- Myq Kaplan will perform at Bar Two Eleven in Bellingham, WA, on Friday, Oct. 23, 2026. This one-night event is part of the Guffawingham comedy series.
- What is the Guffawingham comedy series?
- The Guffawingham comedy series, created by comedian and producer Tim Riney, brings nationally touring comedians together with regional performers, offering Bellingham audiences the chance to experience live stand-up comedy close to home.
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