Brace yourselves for some side-splitting comedy.
Get ready for unforgettable nights of laughter with a slew of comedians taking to stages across Abu Dhabi and Dubai. If you’re a lover of live comedy, these are the all-important dates for your diaries. Curtain up – here is a list of all the upcoming UAE comedy shows in 2026.
Jimmy Carr: 21 February 2026
The British-Irish comedian is bringing his world tour, Laughs Funny, to Dubai Opera, which is expected to sell out. For those unfamiliar with Jimmy Carr, he’s a popular name in the global comedy scene. He started his career in 1997 and has since appeared on several TV shows, including A Comedy Roast and 8 Out of 10 Cats, cementing his position in the entertainment world. He also has several Netflix appearances to his name, including Funny Business, His Dark Material, and Natural Born Killer. Jimmy Carr promises a night of laughter in Dubai with shows at 6:30pm and 9:30pm.
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Mo Gilligan: 18 March 2026
British comedian Mo Gilligan will be taking over Dubai Opera as part of his The Mo You Know World Tour. Expect quick wit, sharp observations, and a high-energy performance that has turned him into one of the world’s biggest comedic exports. For those unversed, Mo Gilligan is a British stand-up comedian whose journey to global success began in 2017, fueled by years of sharing comedy clips on social media as a hobby. Mo’s initial claim to fame came when he was spotted by the rapper Drake. He later co-hosted the chat show “The Big Narstie Show” and “The Lateish Show with Mo Gilligan.” With a unique approach to British culture, Mo Gilligan draws on various comedic genres, including grime, physical, and musical comedy. Anticipate a performance that promises a multifaceted range of humour on the stage.
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Shawn Chidiac: 29 March 2026
Dubai’s homegrown comedy disruptor Shawn Chidiac, best known online as My Parents Are Divorced, returns with his solo headline show Laughing in Translation Remix on Sunday, 29 March at Coca-Cola Arena. Fresh from sold-out nights at Dubai Opera and viral sketches that nail life between cultures, Chidiac leans into rapid-fire characters, spot-on accents and the awkward moments every Dubai resident recognises. Expect sharp observations on identity, family, dating and diaspora drama.
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Simon Brodkin: 22 June 2026
Taking place at the New Covent Garden Theatre in Mall of the Emirates on 22 June, Simon Brodkin will be bringing his hilarious take on pop culture and more to Dubai. For those unversed, Simon Brodkin started his career as a doctor before taking a sharp turn into comedy. Known for his high-profile pranks on celebrities and politicians, Simon Brodkin has earned a cult following. His stand-up work has also received critical acclaim, and he’s now one of the most popular British comedians on TikTok. Expect to hear expertly crafted punchlines on celebrity culture, social media trends, and the comedian’s personal struggles with mental health and family, but with a comic twist that’s bound to leave you laughing on the floor.
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Russell Peters: 25 October 2026
Russell Peters is heading back to Abu Dhabi, marking a major comedy moment for the capital this autumn. Presented by Live Nation Middle East in partnership with FACT Magazine, the show promises a no-holds-barred night that has made Russell Peters a household name across continents. Whether he’s dissecting everyday life or turning audience interactions into the punchline, his sets are famously unpredictable, delivered with the pace and precision of someone who has spent decades perfecting his craft. He made history as the first comedian to sell out Toronto’s Air Canada Centre, London’s O2 Arena and New York’s Madison Square Garden, cementing his status as a global touring force long before streaming specials became the norm.
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