Netflix Is a Joke Fest 2026 Unveils Star Line-up: Ali Wong, Bill Burr, More
Netflix has announced its third annual “Netflix Is a Joke Fest,” set to take place from May 4 to May 10, 2026, in Los Angeles. This year’s festival features a stellar line-up of comedians, including Bill Burr, Ali Wong, and Kevin Hart, spotlighting the best of stand-up comedy. While previously stretching over 11 days, the festival has been condensed to six but still promises to deliver an impressive array of events.
Overview of the Festival
The festival will host over 350 live events, taking place in various venues throughout Los Angeles. These include renowned comedy clubs such as:
- The Comedy Store
- Laugh Factory
- Hollywood Improv
Additionally, major venues like the Hollywood Bowl, Intuit Dome, and the Greek Theatre will also host performances.
Diverse Range of Performances
The festival will showcase a mix of stand-up, variety shows, and exclusive events, attracting comedy enthusiasts globally. Notable comedians performing at this year’s fest include:
- Mo Amer
- Fred Armisen
- Maria Bamford
- Nate Bargatze
- Ronny Chieng
- Margaret Cho
- David Letterman
- Conan O’Brien
- Jerry Seinfeld
- Taylor Tomlinson
Special Events and Highlights
One of the festival’s highlights will be “Night of Too Many Stars,” hosted by Jon Stewart. This event aims to raise funds for NEXT for Autism, a national organization supporting individuals with autism. Furthermore, the comedy competition show “Funny AF with Kevin Hart” will debut its live semi-finals and finals during the festival.
Unique Offerings
A standout performance includes two nights by Nate Bargatze at the Intuit Dome, alongside a historic Spanish-language comedy show featuring Colombian pop star Feid and Marcello Hernandez at the Hollywood Bowl. The festival also honors the late Pee-Wee Herman with a variety show tribute and features the reunion of Flight of the Conchords for their first performance in a decade.
Ticket Information
Tickets for the various events will be available starting at 10 AM PT on January 23, 2026. Comedy lovers can expect a week full of unforgettable moments, as stated by Robbie Praw, Netflix’s VP of Stand-up and Comedy Formats. Fans worldwide are encouraged to partake in this unique celebration of comedy.
For a detailed list of performances, attendees should check the festival’s official page on Filmogaz.com.
