Stand-up comedy · San Diego, CA

Ben Bankas in San Diego

American Comedy Co. · 818 6th Ave

Saturday 17 to Sunday 18 October 2026 · 4 shows

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Ben Bankas plays American Comedy Co. in San Diego from Saturday 17 to Sunday 18 October 2026, 4 shows. American Comedy Co. is at 818 6th Ave, San Diego; tickets $24–$48, 21 and over, two-drink minimum, as the room gives them. After San Diego, Ben Bankas has 27 more dates on the tour, to 4 April 2027.

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American Comedy Co.

818 6th Ave, San Diego, CA 92101

ShowsThursday to Saturday, some Sundays and Wednesdays, and a Tuesday open mic
TicketsGeneral admission $24 to $48 (most $29), VIP $41 to $65, plus service fees; some weeknight shows free source ↗
Age21 and over unless the show description says otherwise; valid photo ID (passport for non-U.S. citizens) source ↗
MinimumTwo drinks per person during the show; a 10% surcharge and 22% gratuity are added to checks source ↗
PhonesNo phones, cameras or video out during the show; photos only before and after source ↗
ParkingGarages and lots nearby, including Downtown ACE Parking next door at 870 Sixth Avenue source ↗

As the club's own pages give them, checked 30 September 2026 — a source link opens the page it comes from.

American Comedy Co. in the Club Directory →Its website ↗

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Ben Bankas's dates after San Diego

27 more dates to 4 April 2027, in 11 cities.

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About Ben Bankas

Ben Bankas is a Toronto-born stand-up comedian based in Austin, Texas, whose act takes on politics, current events and pop culture.

Stand-up specials
R U Mad?, INVASION, BANKASAID, Elect This and 3 more
Podcasts and books
The Bankas Show

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Questions and answers

When is Ben Bankas at American Comedy Co.?

Saturday 17 to Sunday 18 October 2026: Saturday 17 October 2026 at 7:00 PM; Saturday 17 October 2026 at 9:00 PM; Sunday 18 October 2026 at 7:00 PM; Sunday 18 October 2026 at 9:00 PM.

Where is American Comedy Co.?

818 6th Ave, San Diego, CA 92101 (American Comedy Co. in the Club Directory).

How much are tickets at American Comedy Co.?

General admission $24 to $48 (most $29), VIP $41 to $65, plus service fees; some weeknight shows free. The price of a show is on its ticket page.

Is there an age limit at American Comedy Co.?

21 and over unless the show description says otherwise; valid photo ID (passport for non-U.S. citizens).

Is there a minimum at American Comedy Co.?

Two drinks per person during the show; a 10% surcharge and 22% gratuity are added to checks.

Where is Ben Bankas performing after San Diego?

Los Angeles on 20 October 2026, Ontario on 21 October 2026 and Brea on 22 October 2026, and 24 more dates (Ben Bankas tour dates).

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Updated 17 October 2026 · the room's details from its website, checked 29 September 2026; tickets and house rules checked 30 September 2026