October in Riyadh: Chappelle, Hart, Fluffy, Ben Hart
Quick Summary
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Headliners & dates
Dave Chappelle · Kevin Hart · Gabriel Iglesias · Ben Hart (Magic)
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Venues
Arena nights at ANB Arena, Ar-Rahmaniyah. Theatre special at Mohammed Al-Ali Theatre, Boulevard City.
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What you’ll learn
Exact dates and start times, venue tips, age guidance, entry rules, and how the festival fits into the wider Riyadh Season 2025.
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Entry & age
Arrive 45–60 minutes early for security and scanning. Many shows list 18+ — confirm on your event page.
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Getting there
Rideshare and paid parking near ANB Arena and Boulevard City. Follow your e-ticket for the correct gate and parking zone.
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Live updates
Schedules can shift. Always follow the time printed on your ticket and the latest notice from the organizer.
October is stacked. Riyadh Comedy Festival brings global names to ANB Arena and theatres across Boulevard City, while special one-offs and fan favorites round out the month. Below is your quick, verified guide with dates, venues, age notes, and official pages.
“Over 50 comedians take the stage across Riyadh from September 26 to October 9—the city turns into a comedy capital,” the official festival listing notes.
Riyadh Season Headliners to lock in
Dave Chappelle — Riyadh Comedy Festival
When: Sat, Sep 27, 8pm
Where: ANB Arena (formerly The Venue), Riyadh
Why it matters: Chappelle’s first Riyadh bill anchors opening weekend with a new live set.
Details & tickets: Festival/retailers list Sep 27 at ANB Arena, with seating maps and category tiers.
Kevin Hart — Riyadh Comedy Festival
When: Sun, Sep 28, 7:30–8pm
Where: ANB Arena, Riyadh
Why it matters: A stadium-level act in a purpose-built arena; expect high production and tight crowd control.
Details & tickets: Multiple listings confirm Sep 28 at ANB Arena; festival sellers and major exchanges show live inventory.
Gabriel Iglesias “Fluffy” — Riyadh Comedy Festival
When: Wed, Oct 1, 9pm
Where: ANB Arena, Riyadh
Why it matters: Clean-ish storytelling, crowd work, and big-room timing that travels well.
Details & tickets: Confirmed on artist site and festival sellers for Oct 1 at ANB Arena.
Ben Hart (Britain’s Got Talent) — Magic theatre special
When: Thu, Oct 9, 10:30pm
Where: Mohammed Al-Ali Theatre, BLVD City
What to expect: Sleight-of-hand meets psychological theatre; age guidance typically 18+ for the festival’s late slots.
Price guide (publisher listing): SAR 100–350 category bands.
Source: What’s On Saudi Arabia event report and Visit Saudi event card.
“It’s not top hats and rabbits. It’s a surreal, story-driven experience that plays with memory, identity and belief,” Hart’s show notes explain.
Venue notes
- ANB Arena (ex. The Venue) sits on At-Takhassusi Rd, Ar-Rahmaniyah (12344); listings show reserved seating, multiple categories, and VIP boxes for certain nights. Plan to arrive early; security checks are standard.
- Boulevard City theatres (Bakr Al-Sheddi, Mohammed Al-Ali) host mid-week solo sets and special formats under the same festival umbrella.
Context worth knowing
Riyadh Comedy Festival runs during Riyadh Season and draws global debate alongside strong local demand. Major outlets have reported on ethics discussions around performer participation in Saudi Arabia. If you’re covering culture, it’s fair to note the context and link to primary reporting.
Practical tips
- Tickets & timing: Some pages show 8:00 pm blocks, others 7:30 pm. Always follow the time printed on your e-ticket and add 45 minutes for security and parking.
- Age guidance: Many festival shows list 18+. Check the event page before you book.
- Transport: Rideshare and paid parking are available around Boulevard zones; ANB Arena events often run dedicated traffic flow—watch your confirmation email for gate details.