Kick off the world’s largest South Asian comedy festival with Best of NYC, the official Opening Night of the NYC South Asian Comedy Festival, live in New York City on Friday, October 16, 2026 at 7:00 PM at Loft 23 (22 West 23rd St, New York, NY).
This stand-up comedy showcase brings together rising stars and seasoned headliners from the South Asian diaspora for one unforgettable night of laughs in Manhattan. Hosted by festival producer Ali Mehedi, the lineup features standout performances from a Billboard-charting comic, Forbes-recognized talent, and fresh new voices making their mark on the New York comedy scene.
Doors open at 6:00 PM. This is a 21+ stand-up comedy event featuring South Asian comedians from across the U.S.