A line-up of six comedians will deliver a barrel of laughs as the New South Wales Seniors Festival Comedy Show returns to Sydney in 2026.
The free show, which is an annual feature of the NSW Seniors Festival, will commence at 11am on Tuesday 3 March, at Sydney Town Hall, in partnership with City of Sydney.
Master of Ceremonies Cam Knight will join Jake Howie, Anisa Nandaula, Fiona Cox, Mick Meredith, Chris Wainhouse, and Peter Berner to headline entertainment for hundreds of New South Wales seniors.
For the first time, Shoalhaven City Council will also be hosting a Seniors Festival Comedy Show at Ulladulla Civic Centre at 11am and 1.30pm on Thursday 5 March. The line-up for the Ulladulla comedy show will feature Mat Wakefield alongside Jake Howie, Anisa Nandaula, Fiona Cox, Chris Wainhouse and Peter Berner.
Tickets will be available from 10am, Tuesday 3 February 2026 via the NSW Seniors Festival website: NSW Seniors Festival Comedy Show | NSW Government
Seniors are encouraged to get in early to secure a ticket before they run out.
Seniors Festival Comedy Show
- Sydney Town Hall, in partnership with City of Sydney at 11am, Tuesday 3 March
- Ulladulla Civic Centre, in partnership with Shoalhaven City Council at 11am and 1.30pm, on Thursday 5 March.
The NSW Seniors Festival runs from 2-15 March and showcases a variety of events, from entertainment to educational activities.
Highlights of the festival include the popular Premier's Gala Concerts and NSW Seniors Festival Expo, held at Darling Harbour on Wednesday 11 March and Thursday 12 March.
Minister for Seniors Jodie Harrison said:
"The NSW Seniors Festival Comedy Show has a proud history of bringing together some of the nation's best comedians to spread laughter and joy.
"The NSW Government is building more inclusive communities for older people through recreational, cultural and social participation, a key priority of the government's Ageing Well in NSW Strategy.
"That's why we are proud to support this popular event each year and urge our seniors to get together with friends and families to 'live life in colour'."
Member for Sydney Alex Greenwich said:
"The NSW Seniors Festival Comedy Show is an annual highlight for so many in our community as it's a great way for people to come together, share a laugh and meet some friendly new faces.
"Not only is this a wonderful event for seniors, but it is another opportunity for them to stay socially connected. Sharing a laugh is a great way for everyone to boost their wellbeing and to bring people together.
"Laughter really is the best medicine, and a great way to brighten someone's day. Not only are events like this fun, they help to keep people feeling connected to their community."
Comedy show Master of Ceremonies Cam Knight said:
"I'm absolutely excited to be hosting this event for the NSW Seniors Festival.
"There's something special about making people happy, and I can't wait to share some laughs with our seniors.
"It's going to be a fantastic time and I'm sure everyone will leave with a big smile on their faces."
Comedian Jake Howie said:
"I am thrilled to part of this year's Comedy Show, sharing the stage with some of the country's funniest people.
"We've got some hilarious material lined up which is sure to have the audience in stitches."
