Netflix Is a Joke Festival: Everything You Need to Know
Top comedians come together in May for the biggest comedy festival in North America, the Netflix Is A Joke Festival. This year’s lineup is bigger and more star-studded than ever, with over 170 live events featuring world-class comedians like John Mulaney, Jim Gaffigan, and Shane Gillis, as well as household name celebrities like Kate Hudson, Seth Rogan, and Adam Sandler.
Breakout star Marcello Hernandez will headline the largest Spanish-language comedy show the Hollywood Bowl has ever seen, and the Night of Too Many Stars will feature everyone from Jon Stewart to Ali Wong and more. Occurring once every two years, the opportunity to see this many of your favorite comedians and celebrities doesn’t come around often.
What is Netflix Is A Joke Festival?
The Netflix Is A Joke Festival is a week-long celebration of some of the most iconic names in comedy. The festival features over 170 events spanning over 30 venues in the Los Angeles area, from The Peppermint Club in West Hollywood to the Orpheum Theatre in Downtown LA.
This festival originated in 2022, having been postponed from its original inauguration in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. In 2022, the festival featured over 130 comedians, including Dave Chappelle, who was infamously tackled to the ground while opening the festival at the Hollywood Bowl.
How Do Netflix Is A Joke Festival Tickets Work
Unlike most festivals, Netflix Is A Joke festival tickets are sold on a show-by-show basis rather than being all-inclusive day or week passes. You’ll need to plan for the festival by purchasing tickets to each show you want to attend individually.
Most Anticipated Events of Netflix Is A Joke 2026
From May 4, 2026 to May 10, 2026, Netflix Is A Joke events will take over Los Angeles venues. Don’t feel overwhelmed by the number of show options; we’ve highlighted some of the most anticipated events for each day.
Monday: Jerry Seinfeld, Shane Gillis, and Morgan Jay
The 2026 schedule begins on Monday, May 4th at 6:00 PM, with a live episode of Arial Emanuel and Ben Persky’s Rushmore Podcast Live at the Saban Theatre. Special guests for this live taping will include comedy giants Jerry Seinfeld and Larry David, ensuring the festival gets off to a bang.
Just a mile down the road at 8:00 PM, Morgan Jay presents the Goofy Guy Tour at The Peppermint Club. This hotly anticipated event sold out on the primary market, but you don’t have to miss it. Tickets are still available on secondary marketplaces (like us!).
Other Monday highlights include Nashville-based stand-up Dusty Slay at the Troubador, early YouTube icon Grace Helbig at the Regent Theatre, and podcaster/stand-up Shane Gillis at the Hollywood Bowl.
Finish off your comedy-filled evening with Nate Jackson at The Laugh Factory, starting at 10:00 PM.
Tuesday: David Letterman, Jim Gaffigan, and Katt Williams
Tuesday’s biggest event will bring together beloved host David Letterman with special guest John Mulaney for an interview to remember at The Montalbán Theatre at 7:00 PM. Afterwards, attendees can stroll just five minutes down the street to watch René Vaca’s Leg Day at the Avalon at 9:45 PM.
The arena-touring will perform at Intuit Dome at 7:40 PM on Tuesday, showcasing the immense comedic talent he’s developed over his over 20-year career. Jim Gaffigan will be entertaining the Dolby Theater at the same time, while Jeff Arcuri headlines the Hollywood Palladium, giving you endless great options for your Tuesday evening.
Wednesday: Chelsea Handler, Seth Rogan, and Craig Robinson
Wednesday will be an explosive night for comedy with Seth Goes Greek, hosted by Seth Rogan, featuring Eric Andre, Nick Kroll, Taylor Tomlinson, and more comedians, as well as a comedic performance by Michael Bublé. This epic night at the Greek Theatre will benefit Hilarity for Charity, a non-profit caring for families impacted by Alzheimer’s disease.
Big names Chelsea Handler, Matt Rife, and Jonathan Van Ness will perform in various stages on Wednesday as well, while YouTube-hit Smosh reads Reddit comments live at The Orpheum.
Thursday: Giggly Squad, Night of Too Many Stars, and David Letterman (Again!)
Thursday kicks off with an all‑star showcase at The Virgil at 6:30 PM, featuring the chaotic hilarity of the Giggly Squad podcast mixed with the star-power of Kate Hudson, Mindy Kaling, and Brenda Song.
The star-power continues at the Hollywood Bowl at 7:30 PM for the aptly named Night of Many Stars, featuring Steve Carell, Conan O’Brien, Nikki Glaser, Adam Sandler, and more. Benefitting NEXT for Autism, proceeds from this show provide support for people living with autism.
Meanwhile, back at The Montalbán Theatre at 7:00 PM, David Letterman returns for a second night of insightful conversation, this time joined by Martin Short.
Friday: Iliza, John Mulaney, and Jelly Roll
Friday’s lineup is a can’t‑miss mix of headliners and fresh voices. At 7:00 PM, Iliza brings her sharp wit and performance energy to The Main Room at the Comedy Store. Meanwhile, another show-stopper of the night is John Mulaney bringing his international Mister Wonderful tour to the Hollywood Bowl.
At 8:00 PM, recent Grammy-winner Jelly Roll will host the Beautifully Broken Comedy Night featuring Andrew Schulz and other special guests at the Greek Theatre.
Saturday: The Pete Davidson Show, Bob Odenkirk, and Trixie & Katya
Saturday kicks off full-day festivities. Have a post-lunch laugh with Bob Odenkirk at 1:00 PM at the Egyptian Theatre before heading to The Wiltern to watch drag icons
Finish off your Saturday night enjoying the wildly popular comedy battle show Wild N’ Out, presented by Nick Cannon, at The United Theater on Broadway. With special guests, improv games, and roast battles, this is a show you won’t want to miss.
Sunday: Nate Bargatze, Marcello Hernandez, and Flight of the Conchords
Sunday wraps the festival with laughter for every taste. Headliner Nate Bargatze hits Intuit Dome at 5:00 PM with his warm, low‑key humor that turns everyday life into comedy gold. At 7:00 PM, breakout star Marcello Hernandez and global music sensation FEID take over The Hollywood Bowl with a groundbreaking entirely-in-Spanish comedy show.
The grand finale comes at 8:00 PM with Flight of the Conchords at the Greek Theatre, blending musical absurdity and deadpan brilliance in a performance that’s part concert, part comedy spectacle.
Planning Your Festival Itinerary
Purchase your festival tickets from us and begin planning the rest of your visit, like transportation, housing, and more.
Getting Around the Netflix Is A Joke Festival
The Netflix Is A Joke festival does not have designated festival transportation. Plan your transportation for the festival: whether you want to drive, walk, Uber, or take public transit to each event. Visitors from out of town can select hotels within walking distance of certain shows with proper planning.
For example, the Montrose at Beverly Hills and Le Parc at Melrose are each within a mile of the Troubador and the Peppermint Club, between which ten different events will be happening throughout the week.
Ubers and other rideshares are out-of-towners' best bets for avoiding the hassle of parking. Venues like the Hollywood Bowl and the Greek Theatre are notorious for having limited and expensive parking for events, so plan accordingly.
How to Get Netflix Is A Joke Tickets
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