Dude Dad – Parents’ Night Out at the Historic Holmes Theatre

February 21, 2026 @ 8:00 pm – 9:30 pm

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Get ready for a night of laughter that is tailor‑made for parents), “Dude Dad – Parents’ Night Out” live on February 21 at the Historic Holmes Theatre in Detroit Lakes. This show offers parents in the Detroit Lakes area a rare chance to enjoy professional, nationally touring comedy—while supporting a community partnership with the Boys and Girls Club of Detroit Lakes that benefits local youth.

Taylor Calmus, best known as Dude Dad, is a Colorado‑based comedian and video creator who has become a viral sensation by turning the everyday chaos of parenting into pitch‑perfect comedy. A husband to his wife Heidi and a father of four kids, Taylor draws from real‑life family moments—sleep deprivation, household projects gone wrong, marital miscommunication, and the noble struggle of “trying your best”—to deliver humor that feels honest, relatable, and wildly funny.

With millions of followers across YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and other platforms, Dude Dad’s rise from a DIY YouTube vlog into a national touring act speaks to his unique ability to connect with audiences. His comedy doesn’t rely on shock or cynicism; instead, it finds humor in shared experiences, inviting parents to laugh at themselves and the beautifully messy reality of raising kids.

Parents’ Night Out is Dude Dad’s adults‑only live show—designed specifically for parents who’ve put the kids to bed and are ready for an evening that’s both cathartic and hilarious. Expect a fast‑paced, story‑driven performance filled with stand‑up comedy, crowd connection, and behind‑the‑scenes reflections on marriage, parenting, and identity after kids. While the inspiration comes from family life, the tone is distinctly for grown‑ups, which is why this performance is strictly 18+.

Holmes Theatre Tickets: $58 Adults & $48 Some Balcony

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About the Talent:

Understanding the Real‑Family Dynamic of Dude Dad: What audiences see in Dude Dad is not a sitcom or sketch ensemble—it’s a real marriage, real parenting, and real stories, filtered through a comedic lens.

Taylor Calmus, creator of Dude Dad, began the project as a weekly vlog just before the birth of his first child, intending it as a creative outlet during the early days of fatherhood. The response was immediate and organic, as parents recognized their own lives in the moments being shared on screen.

His wife, Heidi Calmus, appears regularly but intentionally remains herself rather than a fictionalized character. With a background that includes stage performance and more than a decade of work in nonprofit and advocacy roles, Heidi brings both presence and emotional credibility to the content. Many moments audiences recognize as “bits” are, in reality, heightened versions of genuine conversations or reactions.

This authenticity is central to why Dude Dad resonates. The humor isn’t built on punchlines alone—it’s built on recognition. Parents see themselves in the dynamic: the misunderstandings, the teamwork, the frustration, and the deep affection that comes with raising kids together.

For live performances like Parents’ Night Out, Taylor brings these experiences to the stage through stand‑up comedy and storytelling designed specifically for adult audiences. While family is at the heart of the material, the show is intentionally 18+, giving parents space to laugh openly at the parts of parenting that usually happen after the kids are asleep. In short, Dude Dad works because the Calmuses aren’t acting like a family—they are one.