The award winning and nationally recognized Funny Bus is rolling into Cleveland. Beginning May 16, the Funny Bus will bring its unique blend of laughter and learning to the North Coast.
Started in Charlotte, North Carolina, the Funny Bus has been providing fun and excitement to guests of all ages for more than five years. In Cleveland, the Funny Bus will feature local comedians showcasing the highlights of our beloved city and the surrounding area. Guests can bring their own beer and wine, too.
Whether you are visiting or you are a local, you will enjoy exploring the city, laughing, and relaxing on this 90-minute bus tour. Come laugh and learn with us on your next date night, girl’s night out, or just to kick start a fun night on the town. Be one of the first on the bus – reserve your seat now!
Cleveland Tickets & Calendar
Tickets are $27.00 each including all fees.
Private tours are available every day of the week.
Our tours often sell out, so it’s best to purchase your tickets in advance.
The Funny Bus departs from Collision Bend Brewery, 1250 Old River Road, Cleveland, located on the East Bank of the Flats. While waiting to board the bus, you can enjoy cocktails or dinner at Collision Bend Brewery and they offer a selection of beer and wine for carryout. There are several access points to the East Bank of the Flats from downtown Cleveland including West St. Clair Ave. and Huron Road. If approaching from the West, take West 25th Street and veer right onto Columbus Road to enter the Flats area. Follow signs to the East Bank. Guest can also take advantage of the Cleveland RTA rail system with the Green and Blue lines dropping guests just a few feet from Collision Bend Brewery.
There are several paid parking lots in the East Bank of the Flats with one located directly adjacent to Collision Bend Brewery; however, there is limited street parking. Guest can also take advantage of the Cleveland RTA rail system with the Green and Blue lines dropping guests just a few feet from Collision Bend Brewery. Please plan ample time for parking so you can arrive to your tour at least 15 minutes before the schedule departure time.
Our tours run year round rain or shine.
- In the Summer the bus is an open air ride without AC.
- If it’s raining we keep the windows closed, we don’t want to get wet either.
- During cold weather we turn on both heaters and keep the windows closed.
Tickets are sold on a first come first serve basis and we have limited seating on the bus. So it’s always best to purchase tickets in advance. Occasionally we can honor last-minute ticket sales. Seating is on a first come first served basis. If you have a ticket you have a seat and there isn’t a bad seat on the bus. If you want to sit together we suggest you arrive early. Sorry, beer and wine only, please. Passengers will be asked to provide ID to prove they are 21 years of age or older. If you bring a cooler on-board the bus it must fit on your lap. All beverages must be closed when you board the bus and no open containers will be allowed off the bus. No, The jokes heard on the bus are similar to the ones heard in a comedy club. No one under 13 is permitted, we recommend following guidelines of bringing your teenager to a comedy club. No, because there are no seat belts on the bus no small children or babies are allowed. Refunds will not be issued for tickets purchased for small children. Gratuities are never expected, but always appreciated by the drivers and comedians. Believe us, once you’ve gone on the tour you’ll want to tip them. Wear anything you like except your birthday suit, however, keep in mind our bus is an open-air bus similar to a trolley, so we recommend you wear weather appropriate clothing. If it’s cold or raining we will roll down the clear vinyl window coverings and turn on the heaters if needed to prevent the cold air or rain from getting in the bus as best we can. The bus does not have air conditioning. Each tour will last about 90 minutes with a 15-minute bathroom break in the middle of the tour. Our policy is NO REFUNDS. Why would you want to cancel such a fun time? That being said, in the rare event we don’t have enough passengers registered for a tour, we may have to cancel it. We will do our best to make this decision 2 hours before tour time. All passengers will be notified using the contact information you provided during the booking process. Unfortunately not. The bus doesn’t have a wheelchair lift. However we do our best to accommodate all of our passengers and can store mobility devices in the bus if necessary. Please call us to discuss your specific requirements.
Did you know Funny Bus offers private tours?
Our private tours are lots of fun and great for both company outings such as team-building or other work related social events, and personal celebrations such as family reunions, birthday parties, neighborhood gatherings to name a few. With tour options that range from PG to R rated we can accommodate up to 34 people. There’s always a stop for a beverage and bathroom break at the half-way point and private parties can bring a large cooler for beer & wine. Other options include customized tour start times and pickup locations. If your group isn’t that big don’t worry, we offer discounts on our regularly scheduled tours for groups of 20 or more. We can’t think of better way to bring a group together than through laughter?
For more information about our Private Tours call 216-404-7786
Meet the Comedians
See the Funny Bus in Action
For a quick look at the fun and excitement on a typical Funny Bus tour, just watch these short videos. For more videos featuring our crazy staff and Funny Bus antics, check out our YouTube page. We guarantee you will have as much fun watching them as we did making them.
Dean and Sarah Schnurr are married and combined have more than 50 years of experience in marketing, public relations and management. As seasoned event planners, they have a keen understanding of what is necessary to make an experience memorable and they have used those skills to ensure Funny Bus tours provide top notch entertainment.
Dean grew up in Northern Ohio and Sarah has lived here for 25 year. They have a great knowledge of the Cleveland area and since starting the Funny Bus in 2020 they have immersed themselves in the local comedy scene. They pride themselves on identifying the finest comedians to provide tours and ensure the guests are laughing the whole trip.
As ‘hands on’ owners, they are involved in all aspects of Funny Bus operation and it is not uncommon to see them sitting next to guest on a Funny Bus tour. They encourage riders to introduce themselves and share information about their Funny Bus experiences or just say ‘Hello'
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Phone
216-404-7786
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