Another night of laughter awaits as Scottish comedian Kevin Bridges makes his way back to Abu Dhabi in January as part of the Abu Dhabi Comedy Season line-up. 

Tickets to the show start at Dhs295 and can be purchased at Platinum List, Etihad Arena’s website and TicketMaster.

Bridges will bring his highly acclaimed Here if You Need Me world tour to the capital on Saturday, January 9. Taking the stage at Etihad Arena, the set will bring even more laughs to Abu Dhabi as he joins a stellar list of international comedy acts. 

Bridges started performing stand-up shortly after turning 17 in 2004 and has gone on to become one of the UK’s most recognised comedians. He has broken several box office records during his previous tours such as Overdue Catch-Up, Brand New Tour, and A Whole Different Story. Collectively, these tours have allowed Bridges to perform for more than two million fans worldwide.

Fans are encouraged to purchase their tickets early for what is expected to be a highly anticipated return from one of the UK’s most beloved comedians.

When: Kevin Bridges on Saturday, January 9, 2027
Where: Etihad Arena, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi
Tickets: Starting from Dhs295

Morgan Jay is an American comedian and performer who gained popularity after being a semifinalist in NBC’s Bring the Funny. He has sold out multiple international tours using his signature style of auto-tuned audience participation. Jay uses smooth vocal delivery, witty punch lines, and crowd-driven comedy to establish himself as one of the freshest voices in contemporary comedy.

When: October 11
Where: Etihad Arena

Russell Peters is a Canadian comedian and actor who is often seen performing throughout the United Arab Emirates. As a result of his fame as a stand-up comedian, Peters became the first comedian in history to perform at both the O2 Arena in London and Madison Square Garden in New York. Peters’ energetic observational humour, frequent crowd interactions, and cultural satire are some of the elements that have contributed to his massive success.

When: October 25
Where: Etihad Arena 

Born in Kuwait to Palestinian parents, Mo Amer has become one of the most distinctive voices in comedy today. With magnetic storytelling, quick wit, and fearless honesty, Amer draws from his own life, mining immigration, identity, and the absurdity of navigating two worlds to craft comedy that is as thought-provoking as it is hilarious. 

When: November 6
Where: Etihad Arena  

Iranian-American comedian Maz Jobrani has built a career turning cultural misunderstandings, immigrant experiences, and everyday family dynamics into universally relatable comedy. Through his own experiences, he explores cultural stereotypes, family expectations, and the push and pull of life between two cultures. 

When: November 7
Where: Etihad Arena  

Filipino funny men Jose Manalo & Wally Bayola are bringing their unmistakable chemistry and distinctly Filipino humour to Abu Dhabi Comedy Season on 22 November at Etihad Arena. The beloved Eat Bulaga! stars can be seen live and in-person, bringing their spontaneous banter, memorable characters and ability to find comedy in everyday life to the stage of Abu Dhabi Comedy Season.

When: November 22
Where: Etihad Arena

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