Laughter is the best medicine! Abu Dhabi Comedy Season 2025
- About Abu Dhabi Comedy Season 2025
- Comedians Attending
- Bookings, Tickets And Packages
- Things to Remember
- FAQs
Get ready for a celebration of comedy in Abu Dhabi! The Abu Dhabi Comedy Season 2025 will feature top comedians from around the world, bringing laughter to the UAE’s capital. If you love stand-up comedy and social commentary, this is the perfect event for you. Renowned comedians such as Pete Davidson, Trevor Noah and Kevin Hart will be taking the stage, promising to tickle your funny bone!
Ready to laugh it up at Abu Dhabi Comedy Season 2025? This guide has all the details you need.
About the Abu Dhabi Comedy Season 2025
The 2025 Abu Dhabi Comedy Season is geared up to be a riveting celebration of stand-up comedy. The Season will be taking place at Yas Island’s Etihad Arena, featuring eight comedians between April 2025 to July 2025.
The Performers
The list of comedians coming to perform at the Abu Dhabi Comedy Season has got the city’s residents hyped up, with some of the most recognisable names in the industry coming to town! Let’s check out the comedic geniuses bringing their talents to the Yas Island stage.
Trevor Noah
Trevor Noah is a comedian, actor, writer and political commentator, using his observational comedy and one-liners to get the crowds crack up with laughter. His ‘The Late Show’ was an absolute hit, and his fans are excited to see him return to Abu Dhabi.
- Date: 26th April 2025
- Time: 07:00 pm
- Location: Etihad Arena
- Ticket price: From AED 250 for Lower Tier Bronze, AED 545 for Floor Gold
Kevin Hart
Kevin Hart is one of America’s beloved comedians and actors. This Emmy and Grammy-nominated comedian has fans worldwide for his snappy delivery and expressions. We’re guaranteed loads of sarcasm and witty jokes from his fun energy he will be bringing to Abu Dhabi for the 2025 Comedy Season.
- Date: 2nd May 2025
- Time: 06:00 pm
- Location: Etihad Arena
- Ticket price: From AED 295 for Lower Tier Bronze, AED 695 for Floor Royal
Gabriel Iglesias
Gabriel Iglesias is coming to Abu Dhabi as part of the ‘Don’t Worry Be Fluffy’ tour. His hilarious anecdotes, mimicry and relatable humour are guaranteed to have people chuckling and laughing since his comedy is for all audiences.
- Date: 3rd May 2025
- Time: 07:00 pm
- Location: Etihad Arena
- Ticket price: From AED 295 for Lower Tier Bronze to AED 695 for Gold Floor
Michael McIntyre
BAFTA award-winning comedian Michael McIntyre is coming to the Abu Dhabi Comedy Season 2025, supported by fellow British comedian Seann Walsh. This legendary British comedian brings a comedic spin to everyday anecdotes, relatable to his audiences and making them break into laughter. In fact, in 2012, he was the highest-grossing stand-up comedian in the world!
- Date: 10th May 2025
- Time: 06:30 pm
- Location: Etihad Arena
- Ticket price: From AED 295 for Lower Tier Bronze, AED 495 for Floor Bronze
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 Season, and we’re ready for all the jokes and the feels.
- Date: 29th May 2025
- Time: 06:00 pm
- Location: Etihad Arena
- Ticket price: From AED 180 for Lower-Tier Bronze to AED 700 for Floor Gold
Pete Davidson
Pete Davidson is an American award-winning actor, comedian and writer with a sense of humour that’s supremely relatable. You’ll probably recognise him from Saturday Night Live and his Netflix special, Pete Davidson: Alive From New York – along with various funny appearances in movies and television.
- Date: 25th June 2025
- Time: 06:30 pm
- Location: Etihad Arena
- Ticket price: Starting from AED 295 for Lower tier Bronze, to AED 695 for Floor Gold
*Please note that this show is for 21+ audiences only
Bill Burr
Bill Burr is a writer, actor, producer and podcaster, nominated for an Emmy and Grammy award. He starred in Breaking Bad as Patrick Kuby, along with creating a trail of great comedy shows. He was the first comedian to perform at the 5,000-seat ancient Roman amphitheatre at Athens, Greece, as well as in Fenway Park. If you’ve seen his Netflix special, Bill Burr: Live at Red Rocks, or his tour special, Drop Dead Years, you’ll see that his straightforward humor will have you LOL-ing!
- Date: 12th July 2025
- Time: 06:00 pm
- Location: Etihad Arena
- Ticket price: From AED 275 for Upper Tier Silver to AED 665 for Floor Gold – 1st Row (Aisle)
Booking tickets for the Abu Dhabi Comedy Season 2025
You can book tickets for your favourite artist individually through the Etihad Arena website or LiveNation. We would recommend booking your Abu Dhabi Comedy Season 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 Season, 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 shows mentioned above 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 on silent. Upon entry, you will be given a secured pouch for your gadgets, smartwatches and other accessories. You can only use your phone in the designated Phone Use Areas. If you’re caught using your phone, you will be escorted out of the arena.
- Please check the age restrictions for each show
- 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. We have the upcoming Middle East Film and Comic Con 2025, as well as various Easter brunches. 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. We have The Laughter Factory, with three comedians – namely, Maher Matta, Eman El-Husseini and Valentina performing in various locations in Dubai and Abu Dhabi this month. Nate Bargatze and Gaurav Gupta will also be coming to Dubai in May 2025.
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 Abu Dhabi, Qasr Al Watan, Heritage Village and more. You can check out our list of 50+ things to do in Abu Dhabi for ideas.
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.
