Asian Comedy Fest

Asian Comedy Fest is returning for its 7th year in NYC from May 5-7th. The festival takes over Asian-owned Sugar Mouse for three nights, featuring 70+ Asian and Pacific Islander performers across six curated shows spanning stand-up, improv, puppetry, and alt comedy. This year’s lineup includes Aaron Chen, Youngmi Mayer, Sureni Weerasekera, James Tom, Kathleen Kim, Mic Nguyen, Michael Cruz Kayne, Adam Mamawala, and Asian AF, along with mix of emerging voices.

All proceeds from the festival will support Immigration Social Services (ISS), a longtime Chinatown and Lower East Side nonprofit serving immigrant families for over 50 years. Past charity partners include: The Asian American Legal Defense and Education Fund, Welcome To Chinatown, Asian American Arts Alliance, Heart of Dinner, and Apex for Youth.

Ticket info:
$30 per show, or $50 for full night pass

Tuesday May 5th 7PM and 9PM
Wednesday May 6th 7PM and 9PM
Thursday May 7th 7pm and 9PM

About the Charity Partner:
For over 50 years, Immigration Social Services (ISS) has supported immigrant communities in Manhattan’s Chinatown and Lower East Side through programs that empower families, uplift youth, and connect generations. Proceeds from this year’s festival will directly support ISS in continuing its vital, community-driven work.

Photos are from last year’s fest!