Bad Momz of Comedy at The Comedy Bar

Your Saturday brunch plans just got a whole lot better! Bad Momz of Comedy is taking over Comedy Bar on October 17 for a ONE-TIME-ONLY brunch & comedy show — and oh honey, this is NOT your average morning! We’re talking delicious brunch food, fruity cocktails, AND a full stand-up comedy show with Bad Momz of Comedy — they are unfiltered, unapologetic, and absolutely NOT suitable for children. As s

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