Dave Chappelle announces fall 2026 North American arena tour

Comedian Dave Chappelle has announced a seven-date arena tour scheduled for the fall of 2026 across North America. The tour will begin on October 20 at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, followed by performances in Charlotte, Toronto, Louisville, Austin, and Houston.

The tour is set to conclude on November 6 at Madison Square Garden in New York City, where Chappelle will perform as the opening night act for the 22nd annual New York Comedy Festival. Caroline Hirsch, the festival's founder, described Chappelle as “one of the defining comedians of his generation.”

All performances will be phone-free environments. Attendees will be required to secure phones, smartwatches, and similar accessories in Yondr pouches for the duration of the shows, with access permitted only in designated areas.