Fresh from Derby memories, Katherine Blanford shares tales of Louisville and longshot bets. “It’s fun to get behind a real Seabiscuit-type of story,” she says. This blend of Southern charm and candid storytelling arrives at The Riot Comedy Club in Houston on Friday, July 24, 2026.
Blanford, often likened to a “human Golden Retriever,” unleashed her high-energy antics on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. Her debut special, Catholic Cowgirl, released in December 2024, showcases her knack for weaving Southern family secrets and awkward adolescence into compelling narratives.
Spotlighted as a New Face at the 2025 Just For Laughs Festival and now represented by CAA, Blanford’s career is on the rise. Her podcast appearances on The HoneyDew with Ryan Sickler and “We Think It’s Funny” highlight her talent for finding humor in vulnerability.
For those yet to see her live, Blanford’s shows offer more than polished bits. Her performance at The Riot Comedy Club, with tickets from $34.61 to $227.97, promises an intimate evening of laughter and surprises. The 7:00 PM showtime sets the stage for a memorable night.
Also performing in Houston this week
If you’re already booking your weekend, here’s the rest of this week’s headliners:
- Frankie Quinones — Houston Improv, Thursday, July 23, 2026
- Dulcé Sloan — Punch Line Houston, Thursday, July 23, 2026
- Adam Hunter — The Riot Comedy Club — Conroe, Friday, July 24, 2026