Exciting news for comedy lovers! Turki Alalshikh, Chairman of Saudi Arabia’s General Entertainment Authority (GEA), has announced that tickets for the inaugural Riyadh Comedy Festival are now on sale. This event is set to be the world’s largest comedy festival, taking place from September 26 to October 9, 2025.
Featuring over 50 of the biggest names in stand-up comedy, performances will be held at various venues in Boulevard City, including the Mohammed Al-Ali Theatre, BAKR Al-Sheddi Theatre, SEF Arena, and ANB Arena.
Comedy fans can look forward to seeing global stars like Kevin Hart, Bill Burr, Chris Tucker, Louis C.K., Russell Peters, and Jo Koy, among many others. This festival marks a historic moment as many of these international icons perform in Saudi Arabia for the first time, promising a two-week celebration of laughter on an unprecedented scale.
Don’t miss out on the chance to be part of this incredible event! 🎉
24+ WORLD CLASS COMEDIANS
Whitney Cummings
The trailblazing comedian brings her sharp wit and fearless perspective to the stage with her must-see Big Baby tour. With unfiltered, relatable takes on motherhood and everyday chaos, she delivers a bold, hilarious, and unforgettable comedy experience.
Maz Jobrani and Friends
A comedian, actor, and global funny guy brings sharp, fearless humor from Netflix to TED Talks. Star of The Birds & The Bees, The Axis of Evil Comedy Tour, and known for laughs on Curb Your Enthusiasm & more. Catch him live for nonstop laughs!
Bill Burr
Emmy & Grammy nominee Bill Burr is comedy’s sharpest voice—brutally honest, unapologetic, and unforgettable. Star of a #1 Netflix film and hit podcasts, he’s a legend on stage and screen. Raw, real, and a must-see live.

Bad Friends with Andrew Santino and Bobby Lee
Bad Friends, with comedians Andrew Santino and Bobby Lee, bring the #1 comedy podcast in the world to the live stage for an evening of stand-up comedy, half-truths, social no-no’s, and animal behavior!

Chris Distefano
Chris Distefano is on fire with hit specials, viral podcasts, and a massive fan base. Fearless, hilarious, and unstoppable, he’s one of comedy’s biggest names, lighting up every stage he hits.

Nimesh Patel
Emmy-nominated, SNL alum, and one of Variety’s “10 Comics to Watch,” he brings his sharp, fearless comedy to the stage. With millions of views on his viral specials, he’s a rising star you don’t want to miss.

Kevin Hart
Emmy & Grammy-nominated Kevin Hart – box office titan with $4.2B+ global gross. Youngest-ever Mark Twain Prize winner and media mogul behind Hartbeat AND HARTBEAT VENTURES. Don’t miss his hilarious Acting My Age tour-live laughs guaranteed!

Aziz Ansari
Emmy winner Aziz Ansari—creator of Master of None, star of Parks and Rec, and Madison Square Garden sellout— brings laughs with hit Netflix specials and his new film Good Fortune, dropping October 2025.

Jessica Kirson
Comedy powerhouse with high-energy shows, outrageous characters, and over a billion views online. From The Tonight Show to HBO’s Crashing, she’s unfiltered, fearless, and ridiculously funny. Don’t miss her live!

Jimeoin
The Irish king of observational comedy has entertained millions with viral clips and TV appearances on Live at the Apollo, Royal Variety Performance, and Conan. But nothing beats his cheeky, world-class humor live on stage. Don’t miss this comedy legend!

Omid Djalili: Live From Riyadh
The Persian comedy powerhouse brings his acclaimed show NAMASTE, bowing to his inner anger while hilariously taking on the chaos of the world.

Gabriel Iglesias
A global comedy superstar, he has sold out the world’s biggest arenas with his signature mix of stories, voices, and laughs. From Netflix hits to record-breaking shows, Fluffy brings the funny wherever he goes!
Zarna Garg
The hilarious Indian immigrant mom is taking comedy by storm! Star of One in a Billion, film star, social media sensation and NY Times Best Seller — serving up fearless, laugh-out-loud takes on family and life.

Russell Peters
One of Rolling Stone’s 50 Best Comics of All Time, he has sold out arenas worldwide with his record-breaking, razor-sharp comedy. A global star, devoted dad, and hip-hop-loving jiu-jitsu fan, he’s back on tour and funnier than ever. The minimum entry age for this show is 18.
Chris Tucker
Chris Tucker — iconic star of Rush Hour and Friday is a comedy and film legend known for blockbuster hits, dramatic depth, and sold-out tours. From Def Comedy Jam to his global Legend Tour, he continues to keep audiences laughing and inspired around the world.

Mark Normand
Known for his popular podcasts, viral specials, unprecedented number of late-night appearances, and nonstop punchlines, Mark Normand’s sharp, unabashed comedy is not to be missed! Catch him packing out theaters worldwide on his Ya Don’t Say Tour.

Pete Davidson
Comedian, actor, and creator of Bupkis — from SNL to Netflix specials to hit films like The King of Staten Island, he brings raw, fearless humor to every stage and screen.

Co-Headline: Jimmy Carr+ Louis C.K.
Two of comedy’s sharpest, most fearless voices team up for a night of brutally honest, darkly hilarious stand-up. Two legends. One stage. Endless laughs.

Tom Segura
Stand-up star, Netflix favorite, and bestselling author — he sells out shows worldwide on his Come Together tour. With hit specials, podcasts, and sharp humor, he’s one of comedy’s biggest names. The minimum entry age for this show is 18.
Sam Morril
NYC’s own Sam Morril is comedy’s sharpest rising star—Madison Square Garden, viral specials (You’ve Changed, Same Time Tomorrow), and the hit podcast We Might Be Drunk with 19M+ views. Witty. Relentless. Unmissable.

Jo Koy
Global comedy sensation Jo Koy packs arenas worldwide with his family-inspired humor. A top touring comedian of 2025 (Billboard), star of Easter Sunday, and five Netflix specials – he’s breaking records with every laugh.

Hannibal Buress
Hannibal Buress is a comedy wild card SNL writer, Broad City favorite, music-maker (as Eshu Tune), and founder of Brooklyn’s Isola. With offbeat charm and unpredictable moves, he’s redefining cool one strike, beat, and punchline at a time.

Andrew Schulz & Flagrant Live
Andrew Schulz is comedy’s fearless disruptor 30M weekly viewers, global Netflix hit LIFE, viral Tom Brady roast, and sold-out arena tours. With Flagrant, INFAMOUS, and more, rewriting the rules & louder, bolder, and uncensored.

Sebastian Maniscalco
Record-breaking #1 touring comic in America, the master storyteller packs arenas with his sharp wit, physical humor, and hilarious takes on life. From sold-out tours to films and TV, he’s one of comedy’s biggest stars.
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