The comedy powerhouse will perform at Etihad Arena on Wednesday, 8 October.
It’s a good day to be a comedy fan in the capital as Sebastian Maniscalco has just added Abu Dhabi to his ongoing It Ain’t Right Tour. The newly announced show will take place at Etihad Arena, Yas Island on 8 October. Hailed by The New York Times as the “hottest comic in America”, Maniscalco’s record-shattering It Ain’t Right tour is breaking attendance and sales records at iconic venues nationwide, further cementing his status as one of the greatest live entertainers of our time. This show is presented by Live Nation Middle East and Team Innovation, in partnership with the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi and Miral, the leading creator of immersive destinations and experiences in Abu Dhabi.
Known for his impeccable timing, relatable anecdotes, and one-of-a-kind physicality, Maniscalco blends observational humour with his unique take on everyday life. On his record-breaking It Ain’t Right tour, he invites fans to laugh along as he humorously dissects today’s absurdities, from nonexistent manners and soaring prices to the chaos of social media. With his trademark wit, Maniscalco unpacks the shamelessness of modern life, promising a night of laughter at the world’s many wrongs. “The response to this tour has been nothing short of incredible,” said the comedy powerhouse. “The crowds have been electric, and the energy is just through the roof. We’re gearing up to bring you even more, and I can’t wait to get back out there. See you soon!”
Earlier this year, Maniscalco earned the title of the #1 Comedy Tour of 2025 in Billboard’s Midyear Boxscore report, ranked #25 among all global tours, and was also named one of Billboard’s Top 10 Highest-Grossing Comedy Tours of 2024. He also secured a spot on Pollstar’s Top 20 Global Concert Tours, standing alongside the biggest names in entertainment across the globe and notably, the only comedian to make the list. Maniscalco has set multiple records across major venues in North America, cementing his status as a comedy juggernaut.
In New York City, for example, Maniscalco made history at Madison Square Garden with five consecutive sold-out shows, setting records for most consecutive performances, most lifetime performances, highest grosses, and most tickets sold by a comedian on a single tour, selling a staggering 91,336 tickets and marking ten total shows at MSG since 2019. And in Los Angeles, Maniscalco made history as the first comedian to headline the newly unveiled Intuit Dome, setting a new benchmark for the state-of-the-art venue. Tickets to this Abu Dhabi show are now on sale at both sebastianlive.com and livenation.me.
Discover: Sebastian Maniscalco. Etihad Arena, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi. @sebastiancomedy @livenationme
