Get ready to unabashedly laugh out loud as Hong Kong‑American stand‑up superstar Jimmy O Yang will headline the inaugural Just for Laughs Festival Singapore, bringing his signature wit, charm, and comic flair to the city‑state. Making its debut in 2025, the festival will happen from 24 November to 15 December.
The world’s most celebrated comedy showcase — the festival that introduced countless comedy icons — expands its global footprint with this debut edition in Singapore, promising a fresh, multicultural spin on the live‑comedy extravaganza.
What to expect at Just for Laughs Festival Singapore 2025
The festival is expected to offer a rich palette of performances—from international names to rising regional stars.
Notable witty legends for Just for Laughs Festival Singapore 2025 include Jimmy O Yang, Eddie Izzard, John Bishop, and Jason Cheny.
As a headliner, Yang will stage a two-day show as part of his “Big & Tall” stand-up tour at The Star Theatre. The first night on 24 November is sold out, and limited tickets are available on the following night (25 November). Ticket prices start from S$98 to S$168 (excluding handling fees).
Yang is known for his sharp storytelling and roles such as Jian‑Yang in Silicon Valley, Josh Lin in Netflix’s Love Hard, and Bernard Tai in Crazy Rich Asians. He has also released two Amazon Prime stand‑up specials and captivated audiences on worldwide tours.
The other headliners will also have their own respective shows at various locations in Singapore, with tickets also available through Sistic.
Anticipate uplifting energy and hilarious moments that mirror iconic Just for Laughs events, emulating showcases like “Asian Comedy All‑Stars,” featuring comedic talents from across Asia, and high‑octane improv, and culturally charged stand‑up sets.
The festival will culminate in an exuberant finale of an all-stars gala event at the Esplanade Theatre. Hosted by one of Asia’s sharpest comedic talents, Vivek Mahbubani, it will feature sets from Jason Cheny, Jamie Wang, Brian Tseng, Jason Leong, Douglas Lim, and Norah Yang.
Tickets for this gala are now on sale on Sistic, with prices starting from S$68 to S$98 (excluding handling fees).
Just for Laughs Festival Singapore 2025 is promoted by entertainment organiser Now/Live Asia.
(Feature and hero images credit: Live Nation)
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