Netflix Is A Joke Fest Announces Massive 2026 Return to Los Angeles
LOS ANGELES, January 20, 2026 – Netflix is bringing the laughs back to Southern California. The streaming giant announced today the return of its biennial comedy extravaganza, Netflix Is A Joke Fest, for a third installment scheduled for May 4-10, 2026. The week-long festival will take over more than 35 venues across Los Angeles with over 350 live events, featuring a staggering lineup of comedy legends, music acts, and live podcast tapings.
A Comedy Colossus
Billed as the world’s biggest celebration of comedy, the festival promises an unprecedented gathering of talent. The initial wave of announcements includes marquee names like Jon Stewart, Conan O’Brien, Adam Sandler, Ali Wong, Kevin Hart, Nate Bargatze, Jerry Seinfeld, John Mulaney, Seth Rogen, and Larry David. In a significant expansion, the 2026 edition will also feature major musical performances from artists including Lizzo, Latin star Feid, country-rock singer Jelly Roll, Ben Folds, and Danny Elfman.
Key Events & Festival Highlights
| Event | Headliners & Details |
|---|---|
| Night of Too Many Stars | Hosted by Jon Stewart. Benefits NEXT for Autism. Features Bill Burr, Steve Carell, Sarah Silverman, John Mulaney, and many more. |
| Funny AF with Kevin Hart | Live semi-finals and finale of a Netflix stand-up competition series. |
| Feid & Marcello Hernández | Billed as the largest Spanish-language comedy show ever at the Hollywood Bowl. |
| A Tribute to Pee-wee Herman | 40th-anniversary celebration hosted by Patton Oswalt with The B-52s, Danny Elfman, and original puppets. |
| Flight of the Conchords | Jemaine Clement and Bret McKenzie’s first live show together in a decade. |
| Dodgers Comedy Night | Presented by Dodgers catcher Will Smith and hosted by Ken Jeong. |
Venues and Ticketing
The festival will utilize a vast network of Los Angeles venues, from iconic large-scale locations like the Hollywood Bowl, Greek Theatre, Intuit Dome, and the Rose Bowl, to legendary comedy clubs such as The Comedy Store, Laugh Factory, and the Hollywood IMPROV. A portion of each ticket sold will support the LA County Parks Foundation for wildfire recovery efforts.
Tickets for all individual shows will go on sale to the public beginning at 10 a.m. Pacific Time on Friday, January 23, 2026, exclusively at NetflixIsAJokeFest.com. There is no all-access festival pass; each event is ticketed separately.
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is Netflix Is A Joke Fest 2026?
The festival will run from Monday, May 4, through Sunday, May 10, 2026, at over 35 venues across Los Angeles, California.
When do tickets go on sale?
Tickets for all announced events will be available starting at 10 a.m. PT on January 23, 2026, via the official festival website.
Is there a festival pass for all shows?
No. Unlike a traditional music festival, Netflix Is A Joke Fest does not offer a multi-show pass. Each comedy show, podcast taping, and special event is ticketed individually.
Are any events for charity?
Yes. Several events have charitable components. “Night of Too Many Stars” benefits NEXT for Autism, and “Seth Goes Greek” supports Hilarity for Charity. Furthermore, a portion of every ticket sold will aid the LA County Parks Foundation.
What makes this festival different?
Netflix Is A Joke Fest uniquely blends stand-up comedy, live music performances, exclusive Netflix special tapings, and a heavy emphasis on live podcast recordings—all under one city-wide banner, creating a concentrated, week-long comedy takeover.