COMEDY—Whether she’s skewering ladymags by advocating for gaining weight as a great way to look younger, or musing about Bitmojis for divorce, comedian Whitney Cummings is a goddamn delight, and the queen of refreshing candor. Tonight, witness her in all of her feminist-informed hilarity, and watch out for sharp edges. MEGAN BURBANK
Helium Comedy Club, 1510 SE 9th, Thurs 7:30 pm, Fri-Sat 7:30 & 10 pm, $30-38
COMEDY—If you love comedy, don’t miss the second annual Stumptown Improv Festival. At this three-day fest, you’ll not only see sharp, fast, and hilarious sketch comedy from locals such as the Liberators and Whiskey Tango, but terrific national groups such as LA’s JV, NYC’s Magnet Theater, and Minneapolis-based improv group the Mess. Bring sutures, because you will bust a gut. WM. STEVEN HUMPHREY
Milagro Theatre, 525 SE Stark, Thurs-Sat, see stumptownimprov.com for times and lineup, $13-16 a show ($80 fest pass)