Here's a look at comedy shows taking place across the state from May 19 to May 25, 2026. New Jersey Stage compiles this list from comedy clubs, casinos, and performing arts centers.
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ATLANTIC CITY
Atlantic City Comedy Club (inside the Tropicana, 2831 Boardwalk) Tuesday, May 19 @ 8:00pm - Rasheed Wesley, Rachel Fogletto, Alan Massenburg; Wednesday, May 20 @ 8:00pm - Ben Herwitz, Cansu, Brian Elberg; Thursday, May 21 @ 8:00pm - Chris Reiter, Divya Gunasekaran, Alex Gorge; Friday, May 22 @ 8:00pm - Noah Miller, Rus Gutin; Saturday, May 23 @ 5:00pm & 7:00pm - Dan Altano, Rus Gutin; Saturday, May 23 @ 9:00pm - David James, Dan Altano; Sunday, May 24 @ 5:00pm & 7:00pm - Emily Walsh, Dan Altano; Monday, May 25 @ 8:00pm - Monday Night Comedy
Music Box at the Borgata (One Borgata Way) Sunday, May 24 @ 7:30pm - Becky Robinson - The Beasts In Me Tour
BERGENFIELD
The Basement at Tommy's (32 South Washington Ave) - Saturday, May 23 @ 7:00pm - Jeffery Paul, Johnny McCarthy, Rich Carucci
IRONIA
Pizza Pub (395 Dover Chester Rd) Wednesday, May 20 @ 7:30pm - Al Cheli, Alana J, Steve Goldberg, Noelle Rhodes
JERSEY CITY
Dorrian's (555 Washington Boulevard) Thursday, May 21 @ 8:45pm - Rich Kiamco, Jeff Medoff, Luis Lopez, Tom Kelly, Jules Balluffi, Ed McGowan, host Alex Quow; Friday, May 22 @ 7:30pm & 9:45pm - Emily Walsh, Wali Collins, Salma Zaky, Andrew Casertano, Muraho Shawki, Rich Kiamco, Jeff Medoff, Ed McGowan, host Alex Quow; Saturday, May 23 @ 6:30pm & 9:00pm - Teddy Smith, Lucas Connolly, Lily Lester, Ivi Demi, James Tanford, Jeff Medoff, Ed McGowan, hosts Rich Kiamco & Alex Quow.
MILLVILLE
The Levoy (126-130 N. High Street) Friday, May 22 @ 8:00pm - The Calamari Sisters – “Bun In The Oven – Contractions”
NEW BRUNSWICK
Stress Factory Comedy Club (90 Church Street) Thursday, May 21 @ 7:30pm - Factory Reset with Mike Sicoli; Gary Owen performs Friday, May 22 @ 7:00pm & 9:30pm; Saturday,May 23 at 7:00pm & 9:30pm; and Sunday, May 24 at 7:30pm & 9:30pm; Sunday, May 24 @ 5:00pm - Sarper Guven
OCEAN GROVE
Jersey Shore Arts Center (66 S Main Street) Saturday, May 23 @ 7:00pm - ComedySportz Jersey Shore - May the force be with you
PITMAN
Broadway Theatre of Pitman (43 S Broadway) Thursday, May 21 @ 7:30pm - Ladies Night With Hannah Jones
POINT PLEASANT
Uncle Vinnie's Comedy Club (518 Arnold Avenue) Dan Altano performs Wednesday, May 20 @ 8:00pm and Thursday, May 21 @ 8:00pm
PRINCETON
Catch a Rising Star Comedy Club (located inside the Hyatt Regency Princeton, 154 Carnegie Center) Friday, May 22 @ 8:00pm - Eric Potts and Debbie Bazza
Comedian Russell Peters to Return to NJPAC in May (NEWARK, NJ) -- Russell Peters returns with an all-new world tour, entitled the Relax World Tour, making a stop in Newark, at New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) on Friday, May 29, 2026, at 8:00pm.
NJPAC presents comedian Majah Hype on May 30th (NEWARK, NJ) -- New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) presents Majah Hype, internationally celebrated as the "Caribbean King of Comedy," at the Victoria Theater's Lizzie & Johnathan Tisch Stage on Saturday, May 30, 2026. He will be performing shows at 6:30pm and 9:00pm.
Nationally Recognized Comedian Adam Sank presents "Bad Dates: A One-Man Show About Many Men" in Cape May on June 6th (CAPE MAY, NJ) -- The new East Lynne Theater Company celebrates Pride Month with a raucous one-night-only stand-up comedy show starring nationally recognized veteran comic Adam Sank in his award-winning show "Bad Dates: A One-Man Show About Many Men," on Saturday, June 6, 2026 at the Clemans Theater for the Arts at the Allen AME in Cape May. Showtime is 8:00pm.
Art House Productions presents the 2026 Jersey City Comedy Festival (JERSEY CITY, NJ) -- Art House Productions has announced the lineup for the 2026 Jersey City Comedy Festival, taking place June 9–13. From more than 300 submissions, 40 stand-up comics from across the U.S. have been selected to perform in the festival's stand-up competition.
Broadway Theatre of Pitman presents comedian Jeff Allen (PITMAN, NJ) -- The Broadway Theatre of Pitman presents comedian Jeff Allen on Thursday, June 11, 2026 at 7:30pm. This is part of his first "Final" Farewell Tour - the last tour until the next one.
Newark Culture Club to Host Shows for The 2026 North To Shore Festival (NEWARK, NJ) -- North to Shore is a festival celebrating all the talent, diversity and creativity this great state has to offer. North to Shore will bring together over 100 venues for an over-the-top showcase of Jersey-wide excellence, aligned with former Governor Phil Murphy and First Lady Tammy Murphy's vision for a celebration worthy of the Garden State's legacy in the arts and innovation. Two shows from this year's festival will be held at Newark Culture Club!
NJPAC presents comedian Eric D'Alessandro on June 18th (NEWARK, NJ) -- Eric D'Alessandro, the viral comedy sensation, will return to New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) on Thursday, June 18, 2026 at 8:00pm. This promises to be an evening filled with laughter, energy, and irresistible charm, as D’Alessandro brings his distinct comedic perspective to one of New Jersey’s premier venues.
Debonair Music Hall presents Kevin Farley on June 19th (TEANECK, NJ) -- Debonair Music Hall presents comedian Kevin Farley on Friday, June 19, 2026 at 7:00pm. Known for his bold delivery, sharp timing, and fearless physical comedy, Farley delivers a fast-paced show packed with relatable observations, larger-than-life storytelling, and crowd-driven moments that keep audiences laughing from start to finish.
bergenPAC presents Tracy Morgan on June 19th (ENGLEWOOD, NJ) -- Bergen Performing Arts Center (bergenPAC) presents comedian Tracy Morgan on Friday, June 19, 2026 at 8:00pm. Tracy is one of the most well-respected comedians and actors in his field. He currently stars in the tv show CRUTCH.
bergenPAC presents comedian Tim Dillon on June 20th (ENGLEWOOD, NJ) -- Bergen Performing Arts Center (bergenPAC) presents comedian Tim Dillon on Saturday, June 20, 2026 at 8:00pm. Tim is a stand-up comedian, writer, and actor known for his no-holds-barred humor and incisive social commentary.
Punkie Johnson (SNL) to Headline LGBTQ Comedy Show at Newark Culture Club (NEWARK, NJ) -- Comedian, writer, and actor Punkie Johnson is known for her hilarious work as a former cast member on Saturday Night Live. When Johnson joined SNL in its 45th season, she made history as the first out Black lesbian cast member and became a featured player the following season. She will be headlining a lineup of LGBTQ comedians at Newark Culture Club on Saturday, June 20, 2026 at 9:00pm.
NJPAC presents Earthquake's Father's Day Comedy Show with Sheryl Underwood, Mr. Bishop, D'Lai, Junior, TK Kirkland, and Donnell Rawlings (NEWARK, NJ) -- Get ready to laugh out loud as Earthquake, the iconic comedian known for his electrifying stage presence, brings his annual Father's Day Comedy Show to the New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) on Sunday, June 21, 2026 at 7:00pm. This special event promises a night of nonstop humor with Earthquake at the helm, joined by a stellar lineup of comedic talent and hosted by the incomparable Sheryl Underwood.
UCPAC presents comedian Eddie B. "If These Classroom Walls Could Talk" (RAHWAY,NJ) -- By popular demand, America's favorite teacher comedian Eddie B. returns to the main stage at Union County Performing Arts Center (UCPAC) with his "If These Classroom Walls Could Talk" tour on Friday, June 26, 2026. Showtime is 8:00pm.
