
Upcoming Events


Whanganui Comedy Gala
The Whanganui Comedy Gala is back for another night of laughs, featuring comedy legends and rising stars!

Whanganui Kids Comedy Show
Hello Comedy presents the first ever Whanganui Kids Comedy Show! Hosted by the highly energetic and entertaining masked Mexican wrestler El Jaguar!

Hello Comedy Showcase
The Hello Comedy Showcase returns with a double feature starring Celebrity Treasure Island winner James Mustapic and Wellington Comedy legend Jerome Chandrahasen.

Hello Comedy Showcase Show
We are bringing the one and only Tom Sainsbury (Snapchat Dude!) to town to headline a 2-hour comedy show.
Comedian and Actor Tom Sainsbury is well known for his almost daily short-form comedy videos on Snapchat, Facebook and Instagram. He is very active in local film and TV including appearances on Shortland Street, Wellington Paranormal and his new feature film Loop Track. Don’t miss your chance to see Tom bring his unique style of humour to the River City.

Tom Sainsbury and Tim Batt (extra show)
Due to high demand, we have added an hour long show featuring Tim Batt as MC and our headliner Tom Sainsbury. If you can’t make the 8pm show, this is the show for you! Don’t miss out!

Whanganui Comedy Gala
Hello Comedy presents the first ever Whanganui Comedy Gala!!
A not to be missed star-studded night of laughs featuring NZ Comedy legends and rising stars held at the historic Royal Whanganui Opera House!

Fresh Comedy Monday
Whanganui's only comedy open mic for just $5! Hosted at one of the hippest venues in town and on taco Monday! What more could you want?

Hello Comedy March 2023 Showcase
Hello comedy presents JAMES ROQUE as our headline act!
You may have seen James as a member of the popular sketch group Frickin’ Dangerous Bro or on his many TV appearances on 7 Days, Have you Been Paying Attention, The Masked Singer and more.
The night will be hosted by Wellington based Scottish comedian Samantha Hannah.
Also starring 2022 Raw Comedy National Winner Hoani Hotene, Canadian comedian Miranda Camden and more!!

Fresh Comedy Monday
Whanganui's only comedy open mic and only $5! Hosted at one of the hippest venues in town and on taco Monday! What more could you want?

Final Fresh Comedy Monday for 2022
This is our last Fresh Comedy Monday for 2022! Only $5, come along and support the up and coming comedians of Whanganui!

Hello Comedy November 2022 Showcase
Our November pro comedy showcase features Tony Lyall and is hosted by Wellington’s Patch Lambert!
Also featuring Kajun Campbell Brooking, Callum Wagstagg and Krystine Nation

Hello Comedy August 2022 Showcase
Hello Comedy is bringing one of NZ’s funniest to town. Justine Smith is a multi award winning comedy veteran! Don’t miss your chance to see her live in the rivercity.
Hosted by Wellington comedy legend Jerome Chandrahasen. Jerome is a regular performer in the NZ International Comedy Festival, the NZ Fringe, and has MC'd countless events around the country.
Also featuring
Vik Batra, Laura Bruce and Esme Putt

Winter Comedy Special 2022 plus Hello Comedy Late Show
Hello Comedy presents the WINTER COMEDY SPECIAL, a night of live laughs featuring multi award winning comedians at one of Whanganui’s coolest live venues. Plus our first ever late show featuring the return of Auckland favourite Dash Ambrose!

Summer Comedy Special 2022
Hello Comedy presents Summer Comedy Special, a night of top quality stand up in Whanganui’s coolest live events venue.