The third weekend of October begins with the 8 PM show on October 16th, and NYC stand-up comedy is the ideal way to open it. Comedy Village sits on West 44th Street, close to everything Times Square has to offer and far from its tourist clichés. Friday at 8 is the show for planners: dinner reservations finished early, tickets in hand and a comfortable evening ahead. The crowd is cheerful, in weekend clothes and eager for a night that starts well. Afterward, the neighborhood’s late-night food and drinks are only a few minutes’ walk away. A dependable first show of the weekend Great for planners who like an early night out Late-night food and drinks within a short walk Reserve October 16th at 8 PM and enjoy a Friday that starts on time.