Los Angeles is about to become the funniest city in the world. From May 4–10, Netflix is bringing back the Netflix Is a Joke Festival, turning the city into a massive comedy playground with more than 350 live events scheduled throughout the week.

Produced in partnership with Live Nation, the festival will feature an all-star lineup of stand-up performances, live podcast recordings, special reunions, and exclusive tapings at legendary venues including the Hollywood Bowl and Intuit Dome. Tickets officially go on sale Friday, January 23.

Star-Studded Lineup

The first wave of performers is already stacked with comedy royalty, including Bill Burr, Ali Wong, Kevin Hart, Nikki Glaser, Jerry Seinfeld, and Nate Bargatze — with many more names expected to be announced soon.

Must-See Highlights

Some of the biggest moments on the 2026 schedule include:

• Night of Too Many Stars – Hosted by Jon Stewart, this beloved variety show returns as a benefit supporting NEXT for Autism.

• Spanish-Language Milestone – Saturday Night Live’s Marcello Hernández teams up with global pop star Feid for the largest Spanish-language comedy show ever held at the Hollywood Bowl.

• Flight of the Conchords Reunion – Jemaine Clement and Bret McKenzie reunite for their first performance together in a decade, hitting the stage at the Greek Theatre on May 9.

• Netflix Special Tapings – Nate Bargatze will film his latest Netflix stand-up special during two headline shows at the Intuit Dome.

Why This Festival Matters

The Netflix Is a Joke Festival is one of the largest comedy events in the world, offering rare chances to see legendary comedians in unique, once-in-a-lifetime performances. But it’s not just about laughs — the 2026 festival also gives back. A portion of every ticket sold will support the LA County Parks Foundation, helping restore local parks damaged by recent Southern California wildfires, in addition to funding autism programs.

What’s Next

This lineup is only the beginning. Netflix calls this the “first wave,” with more performers, surprise guests, podcast tapings, and special screenings expected to be announced leading up to the festival.

How to Get Tickets

General ticket sales begin Friday, January 23 at 10 a.m. PT through the festival’s official website. Fans should also keep an eye out for artist and sponsor presales in the days prior.

For full details and lineup updates, visit netflixisajokefest.com.