
For 10 days, the festival will be the ultimate happy place, showcasing over 50 of the world’s biggest and funniest comedians on its stage!
This year the Dubai Comedy Festival is also shedding light on the dopamine-inducing calendar of Happy’nings spread across the city! Everyone can find their happy places through a wide variety of events including fringe comedy shows, concerts, parties, community events, and so much more.
So, this October, wherever you are, make sure to find your happy place in a world of laughs with the Dubai Comedy Festival!
Take part in the HAPPYest most happening 11 days in Dubai.

The funnier the HAPPYer!
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4 October: Comedy: Women's Forum
Women’s Forum brings bold humour to Dubai’s Zabeel Theatre, Oct 4. Four comedians share wild stories and sharp takes on real Woman.ru posts.
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6 October: This is Impro
Don’t miss This Is Impro: a spellbinding night of improvised spells, scenes, and songs conjured live on stage for laughter, mischief, and mayhem!
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8 October: Deniz Göktaș Live
Turkish comedy sensation Deniz Göktaş brings his razor-sharp wit and offbeat humour to Dubai, in Turkish.
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8 October: Maestro
Ten daring performers face magical challenges, improvised scenes, and audience scoring. Only one wins the Triwizard Cup in this spellbinding showdown!
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12 October: Improv Monthly Mashup
Improv Monthly Mashup is A 90-minute drop-in for all levels to play, de-stress, and grow in a fun, supportive theatre environment.
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12 October: Trial Improv for Adults
Join a free class to experience improv, meet instructors, ask questions, and explore our upcoming workshops.

MUSIC + DANCING = HAPPY
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2 October: Youngr Live
Experience Youngr live in Dubai! The UK multi-instrumentalist wows with dynamic looping, viral hits, and high-energy performances for an unforgettable, one-night-only show.
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3 October: Mad Mozart Live
Mad Mozart debuts in Dubai, fusing classical, rock, pop, and electronic music for a high-energy, genre-defying symphonic experience you won’t forget.
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4 October: Bohemia presents Lost Frequencies
Dance all night with Lost Frequencies at Bohemia Beach Club, spinning chart-topping hits and feel-good vibes in a boho-chic, unforgettable party atmosphere.
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4 October: Tomorrowland presents Boris Brejcha
Boris Brejcha brings his “high-tech minimal” beats to Dubai, delivering a hypnotic, powerful electronic music experience under the desert night sky.
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5 October: Shubh Live
Punjabi music star Shubh performs live in Dubai, blending traditional Punjabi sounds with hip-hop and R&B for an unforgettable night of hits and immersive visuals.
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11 October: Bohemia presents Sona
SONA brings innovative Afro-house to Bohemia, Dubai, with tribal percussion and deep house, joined by Sparrow & Barbossa and a special B2B set from Mr. Goodalf and Anrey.
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11 October: SB19 Live
Global P-pop sensation SB19 performs live in Dubai, delivering high-energy hits, slick choreography, and an unforgettable night of pop, hip-hop, and EDM fusion.
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12 October: Show Under the Rain
“Love Confession” by Storm Dance Theatre blends emotion, artistry, and evolving choreography, culminating in a breathtaking finale under real falling water for an unforgettable experience.

Find your HAPPY place!
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4 & 5 October: FNDM
FNDM is a fan-driven pop culture event in Dubai celebrating anime, comics, cosplay, gaming, and more, with panels, performances, collectibles, and community for all ages.
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4 & 11 October: The Wand of Truch
The Wand of Truth is an interactive kids’ improv show where audience suggestions shape a magical, ever-changing story full of twists, fun, and imagination.
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10 October: Taste of SLS
Taste of SLS returns to SLS Dubai for a night of unforgettable experiences, filled with immersive entertainment and vibrant energy.

Flex your HAPPY
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3 October: Nurmagomedov VS Hughes
Cheer for the Champions Series rematch on 3 Oct at Coca-Cola Arena: Nurmagomedov vs. Hughes, top athletes, thrilling action, and world-class excitement.
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4 & 11 October: Wrestlefest
Experience WrestleFest in Dubai this autumn: high-energy wrestling, epic moves, fierce rivalries, and unforgettable live entertainment in an electrifying spectacle.
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11 October: Ignite Pink is Punk
Join IGNITE Pink is Punk on 11 Oct at Anantara The Palm: swim, run, or participate in a fun 3km to support breast cancer awareness.