Kick off the new year with a chorus of laughter and good cheer when you check out our selection of popular touring comedians. With newer rising stars and comedy heavyweights alike, these comics will have you laughing all night long with their unique brand of humor and relatable anecdotes. Keep reading to get the details on our top choices for popular comics touring in 2025.
1. Kevin Hart
Kevin Hart’s fourth comedic venture, the Acting My Age Tour, is currently ongoing. With more than 25 dates remaining, the tour will continue into the final week of March. Due to high demand, shows were added in previously scheduled cities like Detroit, Charlotte and New York.
Hart’s high-energy delivery and humorous stories about his family, childhood and short stature have made him one of the biggest names in comedy. Comedy specials, like Let Me Explain (2013), have become cultural touchstones, cementing his status as a global star. Buy your Kevin Hart tickets to see this popular Philly comic live on stage.
2. Taylor Tomlinson
Make sure to catch Taylor Tomlinson on the Save Me Tour. Having kicked off last fall, the North American tour has 20 stops scheduled in cities like Charlotte, Kansas City and Toronto before coming to a close in May at Austin City Limits.
Known for her sharp wit and self-deprecating humor, Tomlinson delivers relatable and insightful observations, as seen in Netflix specials like Look at You (2022) and Have It All (2024). Her comedy is rooted in her experiences as a millennial navigating the challenges of adulthood, relationships, and mental health, and resonates with young audiences. Buy your Taylor Tomlinson tickets to enjoy her candid humor live.
3. Gabriel Iglesias
Fluffy is back and setting off on the Don’t Worry, Be Fluffy Tour at the end of January. The North American tour will include more than 25 shows scheduled into the end of August, with stops set in cities like San Jose, Portland and Chicago. Iglesias draws from his Mexican-American heritage to blend storytelling, sound effects, and impressions to deliver hilarious, family-friendly comedy.
Specials such as I’m Sorry For What I Said While I Was Hungry (2016) and Stadium Fluffy (2022), showcase his lighthearted humor about food, family, and cultural identity. Get your Gabriel Iglesias tickets to see a comedy heavyweight live.
4. Sebastian Maniscalco
Check out this popular Italian-American comic on his It Ain’t Right Tour. The 32-city tour is currently ongoing and will conclude in May with a two-night Las Vegas feature at the Wynn’s Encore Theater. Maniscalco is celebrated for his animated delivery and satirical observations about social norms and family life. Comedy specials like Is it Me? (2022) highlights his skill in turning everyday interactions into laugh-out-loud moments. Get your Sebastian Maniscalco tickets today and catch this comedy great live.
5. Nate Bargatze
Nate Bargatze is setting off on a massive comedy tour, dubbed the Big Dumb Eyes Tour, starting in early January at the Wynn Las Vegas. With more than 50 stops scheduled in cities like Jacksonville, Denver and New York, the tour will conclude in mid-December in his hometown of Nashville.
Bargatze employs clean and low-key humor in his stand-up material, drawing on his Southern upbringing and everyday experiences to get crowds laughing. Netflix specials like The Greatest Average American (2021) highlight his ability to make even normal situations hilariously entertaining. Get ready to see “The Nicest Man in Stand-Up” live when you buy Nate Bargatze tickets.
6. Jeff Arcuri
Jeff Arcuri is setting off on his Whole Wide World Tour in early January. With more than 50 dates on the tour, Arcuri will not only be performing in North American cities like Orlando and Charlotte but will bring his comedic chops to cities across Asia, Europe and Australia.
Arcuri’s quick wit and sharp punchlines have made him a stand-up star. His material often mixes absurd humor with clever observations about modern life. His ability to craft unique perspectives on everyday topics sets him apart as a fresh voice in the comedy scene. Buy your Jeff Arcuri tickets to catch one of his laugh-out-loud sets that leave audiences wanting more.
7. Matt Rife
Beginning in March, Matt Rife is bringing his Stay Golden Tour to 32 North American cities including Dallas, Fresno and Boston. Rife gained widespread attention with his charming persona and witty crowd work, showcased in specials like Only Fans (2021) and Lucid: A crowd work special (2024). He often covers topics on dating, relationships, and the absurdities of life as a millennial. Buy your Matt Rife tickets today to see this social media icon turned comedy star live.
8. Nurse John
Nurse John is bringing all of the medical-related humor during the continuation of the Short-Staffed Tour, which includes more than 30 shows in cities like Honolulu, Toronto and Cincinnati. Known for his catchphrases and hilarious skits, Nurse John has become a satirical voice for healthcare professionals seeking laughter amid stressful jobs. Buy Nurse John tickets to enjoy the universal appeal of his humor and authentic work that resonates with healthcare workers.
9. Leanne Morgan
Get your Leanne Morgan tickets to catch this hot comic on her coast-to-coast Just Getting Started tour. The tour begins January 18 in Reno and will make 25 stops in places like Fort Lauderdale and Oakland until late August.
Drawing on her Southern roots and life as a wife and mother, Morgan offers a hilarious take on the trials and oddities of parenting, marriage and being middle-aged. Her Netflix special I’m Every Woman (2023) showcases her relatable humor and down-to-earth storytelling. Get your Leanne Morgan tickets to enjoy her distinct humor and Southern charm live.
10. Mo Amer
The El Oso Palestino tour begins in February and will consist of more than 20 stops in cities like Milwaukee, Vancouver and Washington DC. Amer’s approachable comedy style explores his Palestinian-American heritage and day-to-day interactions. Specials like The Vagabond highlight his journey from refugee to comedian, blending personal stories with sharp social commentary. Amer’s ability to find humor in adversity has earned him critical acclaim and a global fanbase. Buy Mo Amer tickets to see this talented comedian live on stage.
11. Josh Johnson
Don’t miss out on seeing Josh Johnson live during The Flowers Tour beginning in early January. The 30-city tour will feature stops in areas like Savannah, Los Angeles and San Antonio. Johnson blends storytelling, observational humor and musical elements to create a unique comedy experience.
Specials like Up Here Killing Myself (2023) also highlight his talent for introspective humor on relationships, mental health, and modern life, complete with displays of wit and vulnerability. Grab your Josh Johnson tickets to check out this rising star in comedy live.
12. Stavros Halkias
Stavros Halkias is setting out on The Dreamboat Tour near the end of February. The 40+ date North American tour will see the comic in major cities like San Diego, Montreal and Louisville. Halkias is a powerhouse of hilarity, blending self-deprecating humor with raunchy observations about life, love, and food.
Known for his unapologetic style, the comic thrives on riffing with audiences and pushing boundaries. His special Live at the Lodge Room (2022) highlights his raw comedic talent and magnetic stage presence. Buy Stavros Halkias tickets to witness a bold and fearless voice in modern comedy.
13. Theo Von
Theo Von is back with the Return of Rat tour. Kicking off on February 27 in East Lansing, the 20-date-comedy venture will see Von performing in cities like Eugene, Pittsburgh and Tallahassee. The Southern comic’s humor is a mix of surreal anecdotes and quirky observations.
Known for his unique perspective and colorful storytelling, Von often shares bizarre yet hilarious tales from his Louisiana upbringing. His special Regular People highlights his ability to turn the absurd into the relatable. Get your Theo Von tickets to be entertained by his offbeat humor and distinctive voice.
14. Matt Mathews
Rising comic Matt Mathews is embarking on a giant 52-city tour across the country. Beginning October 25, Mathews will be bringing the Boujee on a Budget Tour to cities like Kansas City, Spokane and Fayetteville. Drawing on his experiences as a farmer and social media personality, Mathews brings a blend of sass and Southern humor to the stage.
With his flamboyant style and larger-than-life personality, audiences are captivated by his stories about rural life, relationships, and his journey to self-acceptance. Grab your Matt Mathews tickets to experience his unapologetic humor live.
15. Shane Gillis
See Shane Gillis when he embarks on the 27-city Shane Gillis Live tour in January. Known for his irreverent humor and sharp takes on modern culture, Gillis’ irreverent comedy often critiques topics like societal norms and American politics, making him a polarizing yet compelling figure.
His stand-up specials like Shane Gillis: Live in Austin (2021) showcases his knack for tackling controversial topics with a laid-back, relatable style. Get your Shane Gillis tickets to see one of the more provocative comedians of modern times.
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