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OCTOBER 11 & 12, 2025

The 2025 Atlantic City Comedy Festival returns to Jim Whelan Boardwalk Hall for another unforgettable weekend of nonstop laughter! Whether you're a die-hard comedy fan or just looking for a fun getaway, the AC Comedy Festival offers the perfect mix of legendary headliners, fresh talent, and high-energy entertainment. Don’t miss your chance to experience one of the East Coast’s top comedy events!

PAST COMEDIANS

SOMMORE

The award-winning comedienne of "Chandelier Status," Sommore, has had a successful career spanning over 20 years. A trailblazer for women in comedy, Sommore has appeared in hit films like "Soul Plane," "Something New," and "Friday After Next." Recently, her latest comedy special, "Queen Chandelier," premiered on Netflix.

sommore.com

Lavell Crawford

Lavell is known for his stand-up comedy as well as his notable acting career. He has released five stand-up specials, including the highly praised "The Comedy Vaccine," which earned him a Grammy® nomination for Best Comedy Album. His latest comedy special, "Lavell Crawford: Thee Lavell Crawford," premiered on Showtime in February 2023.

comedianlavellcrawford.com

Earthquake

Earthquake is known for his memorable performances on BET's “Comic View” and HBO's “Def Comedy Jam.” In 2021, he released his Netflix comedy special “Chappelle's Home Team: Earthquake Legendary,” which was named 'Comedy Special of the Year' by the New York Times. Currently, he enjoys recurring roles on TV shows such as “The Neighborhood,” “Johnson” and “South Side”.

therealearthquake.com

Tony Roberts

Tony Roberts has headlined in comedy clubs all over the US and has been part of major tours like Katt Williams' "2023 And Me," The Shaquille O'Neal All-Star Comedy Jam Tour, and Nephew Tommy's "I Got People Inside My Head" Tour. Tony made his television debut on HBO's "Def Comedy Jam" and his one-hour comedy special, "WIRED!," premiered on Showtime in 2010.

tonytroberts.com

Don DC Curry

Don DC Curry is well-known for his portrayal of Uncle Elroy Jones in the popular films "Next Friday" and "Friday After Next." Curry has been a frequent guest and former host on BET's "Comic View" and has appeared on HBO's "Def Comedy Jam." He has had regular roles on TV shows like "Grace Under Fire" and "The Steve Harvey Show," and lent his voice to the animated hit "The Boondocks."

dondccurry.com

Arnez J

Arnez J is rapidly establishing himself as one of the most popular comedians in the industry. He has made TV appearances on shows like Comedy Central's "Make Me Laugh," Showtime's "Shaquille O'Neal Presents: All Star Comedy Jam," NBC's "Friday Night Videos," "The Mo'Nique Show," and his own BET "Comic View Grandstand Hour Special" and "Comedy Central Presents: Arnez J," among others.

arnezj.net