Comedy Village, a rapidly growing hub for live stand-up comedy in NYC, hosts a special outdoor event at the 51st Annual Ninth Avenue Food Festival on May 17, 2026, at 3:00 PM.
The live comedy showcase will feature performances from nationally recognized comedians Brian Scott McFadden, PJ Landers, and Harrison Greenbaum, delivering nonstop laughs during one of the largest and longest-running street festivals in New York City.
Situated in Hell’s Kitchen and Times Square, the Ninth Avenue International Food Festival draws thousands of locals and tourists annually seeking NYC's top nightlife and entertainment. This year, Comedy Village is adding a high-energy live comedy show in NYC to the festival lineup, combining New York’s iconic food culture with the city’s legendary stand-up comedy scene.
The event will feature comedians known for appearances on Netflix, Comedy Central, HBO, MTV, America’s Got Talent, and major comedy festivals, giving attendees a chance to experience authentic New York comedy shows in an outdoor festival setting.
Comedy Village at 352 West 44th Street in Times Square is now a top-rated destination for comedy shows, stand-up, and live performances near Broadway. With nightly shows featuring national tours, celebrity drop-ins, and rising NYC talent, the club solidifies its status as a premier comedy venue in NYC.
“This is everything that makes New York City special - incredible food, live entertainment, comedy, nightlife, and people coming together,” said PJ Landers of Comedy Village. “Growing up in NYC I've been to the festival over 20 different times. We’re excited to bring live stand-up comedy to one of the city’s most iconic street festivals and showcase some of the best comedians in NYC.”
Festival attendees can expect:
- Live stand-up comedy performances
- International food vendors
- NYC street festival entertainment
- Hell’s Kitchen nightlife atmosphere
- Family-friendly activities and live music
The Ninth Avenue International Food Festival spans multiple city blocks throughout Manhattan’s Hell’s Kitchen neighborhood and remains one of the city’s most celebrated annual spring events.
The live comedy performance takes place on:
Sunday, May 17, 2026
3:00 PM
For more information about Comedy Village and upcoming comedy shows in NYC, visit:
For festival information, visit:
https://www.ninthavenuefoodfestival.com/
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