New York Arab American Comedy Festival (in NYC)

Now in its 22nd year, the New York Arab American Comedy Festival returns to Joe’s Pub!

Celebrating over two decades of groundbreaking talent, the festival is proud to be back at one of NYC’s most iconic stages. Join us for 3 nights of bold and hilarious comedy that cannot be censored.

Thursday:
7pm: Let Freedom Laugh
A lineup of festival comedians performing five-minute sets that showcase what standing up for free speech and comedy looks like.

Friday:
7pm: Stand-Ups Stand Strong – In a time when comedy is under attack, these comedians stand firm with their laughs.

9:30pm: Seriously Haram – For raunchiest, rawest free-speech comedy, this is the show for you!

Saturday:
4:30pm Early Bird Gets the Laugh
Some of the best comedians of the festival kick off your Saturday night with this late-afternoon show.

7pm: As Seen on TV – Featuring comedians you’ve seen on TV and heard on the radio, guaranteed to make you laugh.

9:30pm Arab All-Stars – Our top headliners close out the festival with a spectacular show.

This year’s festival is made possible by the Doris Duke Foundation

$35 + 2 drink or 1 food item min.

11/13 @ 7PM ET

11/14 @ 7PM & 9:30PM ET

11/15 @ 4:30PM & 7PM & 9PM ET