Laughter is the best medicine! Abu Dhabi Comedy Week 2024
- About Abu Dhabi Comedy Week 2024
- Comedians Attending
- Bookings, Tickets And Packages
- Things to Remember
- FAQs
A new celebration of comedy is coming to Abu Dhabi! The inaugural Abu Dhabi Comedy Week 2024 will be bringing top comedians from all around the world to the UAE’s capital for a week long festival of hilarity. If you enjoy stand-up comedy and social commentary, this is definitely the event for you, with renowned names such as Dave Chapelle, Chris Tucker and Aziz Ansari taking to the stage. Ready to laugh it up at Abu Dhabi Comedy Week 2024? This guide has all the details you need.
About the Abu Dhabi Comedy Week 2024
The 2024 Abu Dhabi Comedy Week is geared up to be a riotous celebration of stand-up comedy. The festival will be taking place at Yas Island’s Etihad Arena from the 18th to the 26th of May 2024. Twelve top comedians, nine laughter-packed shows, a world-class venue….and laughter by the bucketload!
The Performers
The list of comedians coming to perform at the Abu Dhabi Comedy Week has got the city’s residents hyped up, with some of the most recognisable names in the industry are coming to town! Let’s check out the comedic geniuses bringing their talents to the Yas Island stage.
Aziz Ansari
Aziz Ansari is an American award-winning actor, comedian and writer with a sense of humour that’s supremely relatable. You’ll probably recognise him from his role in Parks and Recreation and his hilarious show, Master of None.
- Date: 18th May, 2024
- Time: 8:00 pm
- Location: Etihad Arena
- Ticket price: Starting from AED 250 for lower tier bronze, to AED 695 for Floor Gold
Tommy Tiernan and Kevin Bridges
Scottish comedian Kevin Bridges and Irish comedian Tommy Tiernan are co-headlining together for double the laughs. Two of the UK’s most popular comedians will be hitting the stage on the same night in what promises to be an epic night of comedy.
- Date: 19th May, 2024
- Time: 8:00 pm
- Location: Etihad Arena
- Ticket price: From AED 295 for Lower Tier Bronze, AED 545 for Floor Gold
Bad Friends (Andrew Santino & Bobby Lee)
Andrew Santino and Bobby Lee’s podcast, Bad Friends, is a lot of people’s comfort-listen when they need a sprinkle of laughter after a rough day. And now, they’re coming to Abu Dhabi for some IRL comedy! They have got a lot of fun topics to cover, so we’re sure this one’s guaranteed to have you giggling. As their podcast intro says, “you two are something” – these two are just so funny!
- Date: 21st May, 2024
- Time: 8:00 pm
- Location: Etihad Arena
- Ticket price: From AED 175 for Lower Tier Bronze, to AED 450 for Floor Royal
Andrew Schulz
Host of a Netflix show, ‘Schulz Saves America’ and hit podcast ‘Flagrant’, Andrew Schulz is one of the funniest personalities on the planet. He’s got the funny bone, just naturally being able to be entertaining as he shares his takes on the latest happenings. After his sold-out show in Abu Dhabi last year, Andrew is back to get people chuckling.
- Date: 22nd May, 2024
- Time: 8:00 pm
- Location: Etihad Arena
- Ticket price: From AED 250 for Lower Tier Bronze to AED 495 for Floor Bronze
Dave Chapelle
Popular comedian Dave Chapelle is coming to Abu Dhabi! Dave Chapelle has a ton of fans (and haters) owing to his tongue-in-cheek, brutally honest comedy that speaks to so many people. His comedy special ‘Netflix Is A Joke’ has been described as ‘scathing’, which could also describe his comedic style. Dave is going to be taking over the stage for social commentary in the most entertaining way possible.
- Date: 23rd May, 2024
- Time: 8:00 pm
- Location: Etihad Arena
- Ticket price: From AED 275 for Upper Tier Silver to AED 2,266 for Floor Gold – 1st Row (Aisle)
Bassem Youssef and Maz Jobrani
American comedians Bassem Youssef and Maz Jobrani are coming together to co-headline a show at the Abu Dhabi Comedy Week 2024. Bassem is Egyptian-American and known for the El Bernameg, a show that focuses on Egyptian politics. Maz Jobrani co-hosts the podcast ‘All Things Comedy’ and has made several television appearances, including ‘Descendants’ and ’13 Going on 30′. Together, they’re ready to tickle your funny bones.
- Date: 24th May, 2024
- Time: 8:00 pm
- Location: Etihad Arena
- Ticket price: From AED 250 for Lower Tier Bronze to AED 545 for Gold Floor
Tom Segura
Tom Segura is known for his hit podcast, ‘Your Mom’s House’ and his rib-tickling jokes. His fans adore him for his witty sense of humour, which has led to his catchphrases on the show becoming so viral lately (along with clips of him and Joe Rogan). He will be taking over the stage in Abu Dhabi and fans look forward to the fun that ensues.
- Date: 25th May, 2024
- Time: 6:00pm
- Location: Etihad Arena
- Ticket price: From AED 195 for Lower Tier Bronze to AED 545 for Gold Floor
Chris Tucker
Now here’s a challenge: just try to sit through the ‘Rush Hour’ movie series without cracking a smile while watching Chris Tucker as James Carter. This movie series is forever remembered as a classic comedy film, with the perfect punchy dialogues and the funniest of jokes from ‘Inspector Carter’. Chris is bringing his signature sense of humour to Abu Dhabi for the comedy festival – and we bet it’s going to be a show you can’t miss.
- Date: 25th May, 2024
- Time: 9.00 pm
- Location: Etihad Arena
- Ticket price: From AED 250 for Lower Tier Bronze to AED 745 for Gold Floor
Jo Koy
Jo Koy is a super relatable comedian, especially for the Filipino diaspora who may relate to a lot of his childhood and family anecdotes. His Netflix special, ‘Jo Koy Comin’ In Hot’, has also become a favourite for his timing and the way he narrates stories with his punchy humour. Jo is coming back to the UAE for the Abu Dhabi Comedy Week and we’re ready for all the jokes and the feels.
- Date: 26th May, 2024
- Time: 8:00 pm
- Location: Etihad Arena
- Ticket price: From AED 180 for Silver to AED 700 for Royal
Booking tickets for the Abu Dhabi Comedy Week 2024
You can book tickets for your favourite artist individually, through the Etihad Arena website or LiveNation. We would recommend booking your Abu Dhabi Comedy Week tickets as soon as possible, as many of the popular seats are being sold out!
If you’re planning on staying in Abu Dhabi for the Abu Dhabi Comedy Week, you can opt for a package with Yas Island. To do this, simply head to the Yas Island website, select the dates you want to stay and then choose your hotel and ticket category. They have an array of hotels in Yas Island for you to choose from, such as Centro Yas Island, Raddison Blu and W Abu Dhabi.
Things to remember
- All the shows are phone-free experiences, i.e. filming or taking pictures is not allowed.
- Once you have scanned your e-ticket to enter the Etihad area, make sure your phone is silent. You will be given a secured pouch for your gadgets, smartwatches and other accessories upon entry. You can only use your phone at the designated Phone Use Areas. If you’re caught using your phone, you will be escorted out of the arena.
- You should be 16+ years old to attend. 16 – 20 year-olds must be accompanied by a 21+ year-old adult.
- Bags larger than 30 x 30 x 15 are not allowed. There are no cloakrooms available
- Re-entry isn’t permitted.
- Refunds and transfers are not entertained.
FAQS
What are the other activities happening in Abu Dhabi?
Abu Dhabi is a hub of activities and events, which means you’ll always find events that pique your interest. There is ‘Picturing the Cosmos’ at Louvre Abu Dhabi currently taking place, a concert by ‘Take That’ on the 25th of October and the much-anticipated Formula One Grand Prix in December. Check out our list of events in Abu Dhabi to choose your events.
What comedy events are taking place in Dubai?
Stand-up comedy is a favourite amongst residents of Dubai, which is why there are shows on the calendar for the whole year. To name a few: Russian stand-up comedian Ivan Abramov will be coming to Dubai to perform on the 11th of May. Show Improvizatory, a stand-up show with three comedians – Arseny Popov, Dmitry Pozov, Sergei Matvienko and Anton Shastun – will be taking place on the 24th of October. All these shows are in Russian.
Other upcoming comedy performers this year include Shraddha Jain (part of her show, ‘Aiyoo so mini things’), Harsh Gujral, Arze & Friends in Dubai and Aurie Styla. Keep your eyes on Platinumlist to get your tickets.
What are the best things to do in Abu Dhabi?
If you’re spending a day in Abu Dhabi, you can also visit the many attractions in the Emirate. Some favourites include the Louvre, Qasr Al Watan, Heritage Village and more. You can check out our list of 50+ things to do in Abu Dhabi for ideas.
Comedy events in Abu Dhabi are aplenty, the last one being TikTok sensation Matt Rife on stage in the capital, which was a total hit. Discover more events and things to do in the UAE with MyBayut, the region’s biggest property blog.
Featured Image credits: Etihad Arena official website
