Witness the crazy comedy shows 2026 in [CITY] at the venues near you to laugh till your belly hurts. You cannot miss the chance to witness the popular names of the comedy scene. There are improv workshops, comedy class and comedy shows in [CITY] too where you can try your hands out.
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## Comedy Events in Nelson - **Event Name**: GOMIL - Grumpy Old Man in Lycra - **Description**: Award-winning actor Mark Hadlow returns to the stage with a hilarious and deeply relatable sequel to the nationwide hit MAMIL (Middle Aged Man in Lycra). Written and directed by Gregory Cooper, GOMIL follows Wayne, founder of the original MAMIL cycling g - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 2 - **Date**: Sun Sep 13 2026 at 07:00 pm – Sun Sep 13 2026 at 09:00 pm (+12:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/nelson/gomil-grumpy-old-man-in-lycra/200030335728830 - **Venue**: 78 Rutherford Street, Nelson, New Zealand 7010 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czgvYmFubmVycy9iYzY5Y2ZlNzI2ZThhN2Q1YzY5ODU1ZTIyN2I5MzU2ZDY2ZGNhODM3OTAyMzQyZjkzMzFmYTNmNDM5YTQ1NDRhLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYyOC1kY2ZmY2IwNi1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTE0MDE5NA.avif - **Categories**: art, theatre, sports, workshops, comedy, trips-adventures, entertainment, cycling, storytelling - **Event Name**: Abra Cadabaret Volume 2 (R18) - **Description**: Tickets are live ! http://www.iticket.co.nz/events/2026/aug/nmt-abra-cadabaret Abra Cadabaret R18 Saturday 1 August 2026 Red Door Theatre Doors/Bar open from 7pm Show starts 8pm Circus Magic Dance Drag Comedy What to expect : Award winning Produc - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 32 - **Date**: Sat Aug 01 2026 at 08:00 pm (+12:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/nelson/abra-cadabaret-volume-2-r18/200030100425259 - **Venue**: Nelson Musical Theatre - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czUvYmFubmVycy80NDc4MDkzNDBjMDUzNGI3NmIyZGI4NDRjZWQzN2NjZmJjY2NmMDQyY2RkMTVkNzU0ZjA4ZjVmY2VmOTRjZDAxLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kYzQ5MDIwMi1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NDU3MDY5MQ.avif - **Categories**: magic-show, entertainment, performances, dance, art, theatre, comedy - **Event Name**: Cori Gonzalez Stand Up Comedy - **Description**: Saturday 5th Sept Cori Gonzalez Stand Up Comedy Dinner and doors from 6pm, Show from 8pm Tickets $25 from event finda or $30 on the door. Contact the Playhouse directly for table bookings. The funniest guys around! His resumé includes the movie “What We - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 24 - **Date**: Sat Sep 05 2026 at 06:00 pm (+12:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/nelson/cori-gonzalez-stand-up-comedy/200030245581152 - **Venue**: 171 Westdale rd, Mapua, New Zealand 7081 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEwL2Jhbm5lcnMvYjYxZmY2ZTU0MDg2NjI0Nzk5ODE0NmM3MjZhZWU4YTI3MjQwNjk2M2Q1NDQxYjY1NDk5MjQ0Zjc3NGM0NzIyYi1yaW1nLXcxMjAwLWgxNjk3LWRjZjdiZDNkLWdtaXI_dj0xNzg0MDM5ODAx.avif - **Categories**: comedy, entertainment - **Event Name**: Jarred Fell LIVE comedy magic show - **Description**: Get ready for a night of big laughs, mind-blowing magic, and high-energy entertainment as Jarred Fell hits the stage at Armadillos Richmond! Known for his quick wit, cheeky humour, and incredible magic skills, Jarred has performed all over the world and - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 36 - **Date**: Fri Jul 31 2026 at 07:00 pm – Fri Jul 31 2026 at 08:30 pm (+12:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/nelson/jarred-fell-live-comedy-magic-show/200030086795157 - **Venue**: 183 Queen St, Richmond 7020, New Zealand - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czYvYmFubmVycy80MTBmMzc2MGE1ODg3YTVkMWNiNGQ5YjNjYmU5NzI1YWM0ZDM2OGM2NmQ3NDlmYTkwMWM3MGQxYWJiNmM4OWUzLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kYzAxMDEwMS1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NDgyMDAyMA.avif - **Categories**: comedy, entertainment, magic-show - **Event Name**: Great Western Murder Mystery - **Description**: NZ's Longest Running interactive comedy show returns with a brand new Murder! This year is a Western theme so saddle up your posse and try to solve this dastardly deed! - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 14 - **Date**: Fri Oct 16 2026 at 07:00 pm (+13:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/nelson/great-western-murder-mystery/200030420867419 - **Venue**: Theatre Royal Nelson - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czUvYmFubmVycy9lN2RhZDBiN2MzZGZjOWY4MjU3ZGQ2YTIzNmU4NzI0NWFiNzBhYTM1N2ZkYTNmMjY3OTEzY2QwNGI0YjgwY2RhLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3My1kYzA1MDYwNC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NDk3MjI2Ng.avif - **Categories**: comedy - **Event Name**: Standup Comedy Night - **Description**: COMEDY NIGHT IS COMING TO McCashins! Click the link to get you ticket https://events.humanitix.com/andre-king-standup-comedy-fundraiser Get ready for a night packed with laughter, outrageous stories, and unforgettable entertainment as award-winning come - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 18 - **Date**: Sat Sep 05 2026 at 07:00 pm (+12:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/nelson/standup-comedy-night/200030453724140 - **Venue**: McCashin's Tap Room - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czMvYmFubmVycy9jZDgwYmI1NTUyNDUyOWRmYTZhMWIyN2Y3MzIyYWNiNmUyZTNhOTc5ZWEyNzg1ZDU0MjE3YTAyYTM0MGIxZmUwLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDE2OTctZGMwMzAxMDEtZ21pcj92PTE3ODQ5NzIyNTk.avif - **Categories**: comedy, entertainment, sports, football, nonprofit, performances, trips-adventures, tournaments - **Event Name**: WAA! HAA! - 100% Slop Free Stand-Up Comedy - **Description**: We're getting the comedy clankers firing on all cylinders and have the Large Laughter Models geared for hilarity this August at WAA! HAA! Catch the Artificial Insanity from local legends, Lance Tomlinson, Sarah O'Connell, Mr Potato Head, Mary Glaisyer, - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 10 - **Date**: Fri Aug 21 2026 at 08:00 pm (+12:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/nelson/waa-haa-100-slop-free-stand-up-comedy/200030471742753 - **Venue**: 183 Bridge St, Nelson 7010, New Zealand - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czIvYmFubmVycy9jZTdiYWY2ZjRkYmI1ZjY4ZWNjYTYxOTZlNzlhNDUwNjI3N2QzODE0N2E5NDNkMjFmYjhhMmFmM2NlNDk5MmZmLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYyOC1kYzAxMDEwMS1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTIzMTk0Mw.avif - **Categories**: comedy, entertainment - **Event Name**: OPEN MIC COMEDY - Chris Lippy & Max George - **Description**: Richmond Comedy club STRIKES AGAIN! Wednesday 5th of August we return to The Star Tavern for a night of live entertainment Hosted by Chris Lippy and our headline act Max George! Get ready for a night of laughter Bring your mates, grab a drink or two and - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 16 - **Date**: Wed Aug 05 2026 at 07:00 pm (+12:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/nelson/open-mic-comedy-chris-lippy-and-max-george/200030406914202 - **Venue**: 252 queen street - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czgvYmFubmVycy85MWE5MmM1OWQ2NmU3YzdhMDFiYzNlZDY0YTRjYzkxNDY2NjRhMTcxOWUxMjgyZjJiZDMyNzg0MWMxZjM2Njg2LXJpbWctdzEwODAtaDEzNTAtZGMyZjE5MDgtZ21pcj92PTE3ODQ3OTgyNjg.avif - **Categories**: open-mic, comedy - **Event Name**: Extra Lives - The Interactive Video Game Concert - **Description**: Extra Lives is an interactive video game concert where the audience becomes the hero in a live, choose-your-own-adventure story. Blending live music, comedy, storytelling, audience voting and retro game-inspired visuals, Extra Lives invites the whole roo - **Date**: Sat Sep 26 2026 at 07:30 pm (+12:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/nelson/extra-lives-the-interactive-video-game-concert/200030330365039 - **Venue**: 78 Rutherford Street, Nelson, New Zealand 7010 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czMvYmFubmVycy9kZDk2NTE2YjZjYWZhNzY2Zjg4ZDIwY2NhNjE5YjUzNjcxZDRkOWYxZjI3NzJlZjE2NzFmZDVhZDg3ODM4YmEyLXJpbWctdzg1MS1oMzE1LWRjMDMwMjA0LWdtaXI_dj0xNzg0ODczMDMx.avif - **Categories**: music, entertainment, concerts, trips-adventures, live-music, comedy, storytelling - **Event Name**: My Name is (not) Mum - **Description**: Forget the clichés; we share the hilariously honest truths of motherhood. By exploring the unfiltered highs and lows—from laundry monsters to genuine reflection—our stories reveal how this relatable experience truly changes you. Join these outstanding wom - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 37 - **Date**: Fri Aug 07 2026 at 09:30 am – Fri Aug 07 2026 at 11:00 am (+12:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/nelson/my-name-is-not-mum/200029986466218 - **Venue**: Fairfield House - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czcvYmFubmVycy9hZmUxOTI0MWVkOTAxNzM1NTVlMjMyM2IyMGIxMjM2MmMzMTU0NTdlYjYzODYyMGI2MTZmMzUyMzdhZjYwMDM4LXJpbWctdzExNzAtaDUwNC1kYzJiOGVjNS1nbWlyP3Y9MTc3OTc4Njk0Mg.avif - **Categories**: pop - **Event Name**: NTK Revue Show 2026 - **Description**: 🎭 NTK Revue Show 2026 🎭 Get ready for a night of laughs, talent, and community spirit! The NTK Revue Show brings together parents, teachers, and local community members for an unforgettable performance—all to raise funds for the tamariki attending kinder - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 83 - **Date**: Sat Nov 07 2026 at 06:00 pm (+13:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/nelson/ntk-revue-show-2026/200030456562029 - **Venue**: Broadgreen Intermediate School - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czkvYmFubmVycy84OThkM2VlMGNjNTRlY2M5MjhiZGY5ZjMwOGIxNTk1NmUxN2I1NjRlNzkxZTVjNTVkYmU0MzI4YmNiYjEyYTNlLXJpbWctdzg2OS1oMTE3Mi1kYzE0MDUxNy1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTAxMDE2OA.avif - **Categories**: nonprofit - **Event Name**: WAA! HAA! presents: Joke Writing Sessions - **Description**: Keen comedy performer? Want to give stand-up a go? Got a wedding speech to write? Join other joke crafters to work on your written jokes and their performance. Register for this month: https://forms.gle/vrSrcs6v2VeBts1e6 All welcome! How it - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 2 - **Date**: Mon Aug 10 2026 at 07:00 pm – Mon Aug 10 2026 at 08:30 pm (+12:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/nelson/waa-haa-presents-joke-writing-sessions/200030471814452 - **Venue**: 183 Bridge St, Nelson 7010, New Zealand - **Banner**: https://dyn-image.allevents.in/generate-image?v=4&title=WAA%21+HAA%21+presents%3A+Joke+Writing+Sessions&date=Mon+Aug+10+2026+at+07%3A00+pm&bg=3 - **Categories**: performances, workshops, comedy, entertainment ## Trending Events in Nelson - **Event Name**: Twisted Frequency 2027 - **Description**: We on whānau, get yourselves to Twisted Frequency this summer for five days of pure Aotearoa underground goodness led by talented creatives and GC’s from around the motu and the world. The longer-term future of the fest is still up in the air, but one t - **Venue**: Cobb Valley Rd, Upper Takaka, Takaka 7183, New Zealand - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/30edf8d02443b5e7676d376ae4c0b39fa4ff39075528c52c9b77d625e7d5adef-rimg-w1200-h629-dc110a0a-gmir?v=1785194174 - **Event Name**: NELSON - NZ FISHING HUNTING & 4X4 EXPO - **Description**: Nelson, something new is coming. After four successful years building the New Zealand Fishing, Hunting & 4X4 Expo in Rotorua, we are bringing the experience to the top of the South Island. The first Nelson edition of the Expo will take place from 16 - **Venue**: Trafalgar Centre - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/d4064d10458335879db0734dc1a58e396b29b1ffa16a3954cc4fb3ccffc24252-rimg-w820-h360-dc020202-gmir?v=1784894833 - **Event Name**: The Extravaganza Fair - Nelson / Tasman - **Description**: 🎪✨ ROLL UP, ROLL UP – THE EXTRAVAGANZA FAIR IS BACK! ✨🎪 🎉 Celebrating 12 epic years of magical mayhem on the road! 🎉 New Zealand’s biggest and most fabulous travelling fair is rolling back into town – and you’re invited! We’re bringing grassroots charm - **Venue**: Richmond Park Raceway - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/5c07705d21e16725f759da36e36af3ddcc695e3c058e023ee56e097a898c52ed-rimg-w933-h617-dc010101-gmir?v=1785332939 - **Event Name**: Nelson A&P Show - Golden Edge 2025 - **Description**: 132nd NELSON A&P SHOW Friday 20 Nov: 2pm-5pm (beginning of Equestrian & Woodchopping Programmes - free entry). Saturday 21 Nov: 9am-4pm & Sunday 22 Nov: 9am-4pm (Full Show Programme - see ticket prices below). Entering the Show Competitions? - **Venue**: The Golden Edge Nelson A & P Show - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/ad3f51c46462f0df19b56c53759ed96b1d35c6474b1aca03da55881d0a8309ec-rimg-w1200-h676-dc786145-gmir?v=1785075448 - **Event Name**: Hermsen County's Western Ball at Fairfield House - **Description**: 🌵 The saloon doors are about to open... Step into an evening of live music, delicious food, western glamour and good company at the Hermsen County Western Ball. ✨ Swipe through to see what awaits... 🎵 Live music 🍽️ Dinner included 🍷 Mulled wine on arriva - **Venue**: Fairfield House - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/70a0b081c59d128177f73d8787dcd513a62e057037b232282d920175f03c423a-rimg-w1200-h628-dc90421b-gmir?v=1784961770 - **Event Name**: INSPIRE Festival - **Description**: INSPIRE Festival is for all tamariki aged 8-13 (up to year 8) who are interested in STEAMS learning.About this EventINSPIRE Festival is 4-5 Sept 2026!$60 per child per day f - **Venue**: Nayland College - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/71822323425b619a5e83f64bb429ba00863a40b08b84ad49966e1d48af5a007e-rimg-w1200-h606-dc73b7c5-gmir.jpg?v=1769810810 - **Event Name**: The Best of THE CURE & SIOUXSIE AND THE BANSHEES Live - Nelson - **Description**: Sanctuary Events proudly present.. OTHER VOICES perform the music of THE CURE & SIOUXSIE AND THE BANSHEES Live!!! Following the successful sold out NZ tour in 2024 we are finally bringing this show to Nelson! This time we will be showcasing a speci - **Venue**: 183 Bridge St, Nelson 7010, New Zealand - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/130b831b3323ac655d838833b11480bb508aeb13a5ad2e100f28ddf13f29f5c9-rimg-w1200-h1696-dc141418-gmir?v=1784872990 - **Event Name**: Summer Hydroslide Night Rave #2 - **Description**: 🌈 NIGHT RAVE @ Nelson Fun Park 🌊🎶 Get ready to light up your night! 🔥 Our Night Rave Hydroslide Sessions are back for Summer and bigger than ever! Join us for 1.5 hours of UNLIMITED hydroslide rides under the lights - with flashing lights, pumping musi - **Venue**: Hounsell Cir, Tahunanui, Nelson 7011, New Zealand - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/c1973766f84718ab293c6242391101b9926f73e222a47231a799ba7f3434e490-rimg-w1200-h900-dc030204-gmir?v=1784804666 - **Event Name**: GOMIL - Grumpy Old Man in Lycra - **Description**: Award-winning actor Mark Hadlow returns to the stage with a hilarious and deeply relatable sequel to the nationwide hit MAMIL (Middle Aged Man in Lycra). Written and directed by Gregory Cooper, GOMIL follows Wayne, founder of the original MAMIL cycling g - **Venue**: 78 Rutherford Street, Nelson, New Zealand 7010 - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/bc69cfe726e8a7d5c69855e227b9356d66dca837902342f9331fa3f439a4544a-rimg-w1200-h628-dcffcb06-gmir?v=1785140194 ## Browse Comedy Events by Date - [Comedy Events Today in Nelson](https://allevents.in/nelson/comedy--today) - [Comedy Events This Weekend in Nelson](https://allevents.in/nelson/comedy--this-weekend) - [Comedy Events in July in Nelson](https://allevents.in/nelson/comedy--july) - [Comedy Events in August in Nelson](https://allevents.in/nelson/comedy--august) ## FAQs - **Q**: What are the top Comedy events in Nelson? - **A:** GOMIL - Grumpy Old Man in Lycra (Sun Sep 13 2026 at 07:00 pm at 78 Rutherford Street, Nelson, New Zealand 7010), Abra Cadabaret Volume 2 (R18) (Sat Aug 01 2026 at 08:00 pm at Nelson Musical Theatre), Cori Gonzalez Stand Up Comedy (Sat Sep 05 2026 at 06:00 pm at 171 Westdale rd, Mapua, New Zealand 7081), Jarred Fell LIVE comedy magic show (Fri Jul 31 2026 at 07:00 pm at 183 Queen St, Richmond 7020, New Zealand), Great Western Murder Mystery (Fri Oct 16 2026 at 07:00 pm at Theatre Royal Nelson). - **Q**: What Comedy events are happening in Nelson this weekend July 31–2, 2026? - **A:** Abra Cadabaret Volume 2 (R18) (Sat Aug 01 2026 at 08:00 pm at Nelson Musical Theatre), Jarred Fell LIVE comedy magic show (Fri Jul 31 2026 at 07:00 pm at 183 Queen St, Richmond 7020, New Zealand). - **Q**: What Comedy events are happening in Nelson in July 2026? - **A:** Jarred Fell LIVE comedy magic show (Fri Jul 31 2026 at 07:00 pm at 183 Queen St, Richmond 7020, New Zealand). - **Q**: How can I find Comedy events in Nelson? - **A:** You can discover upcoming Comedy events in Nelson on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests. - **Q**: How do I buy tickets for Comedy events in Nelson? - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets. - **Q**: What are the popular venues for Comedy events in Nelson? - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Comedy events in Nelson include 78 Rutherford Street, Nelson, New Zealand 7010, Nelson Musical Theatre, 171 Westdale rd, Mapua, New Zealand 7081. - **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Comedy events in Nelson? - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Comedy events in Nelson include Theatre Royal Nelson, Joanna Maree Burbery, The Playhouse Cafe and Theatre Restaurant. - **Q**: Are there any online Comedy events available? - **A:** Yes, many Comedy events are available online. 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