Summary
- Netflix has officially added Dave Chappelle to the 2026 Netflix Is a Joke Fest lineup for a three-night run at the Hollywood Palladium
- The announcement arrived via a cinematic trailer narrated by Morgan Freeman, confirming the comedian’s highly anticipated return to the Los Angeles festival
- Attendees will experience a strict phone-free environment, with all smart devices secured in Yondr pouches throughout the performances
Netflix is expanding its massive “Netflix Is a Joke Fest” roster, officially tapping Dave Chappelle for an exclusive three-night run. Confirmed by official festival channels and arriving alongside a cinematic YouTube trailer, the comedian’s impending residency injects another layer of heavyweight talent into the sprawling Los Angeles comedy event.
Operating under the banner of “Dave Chappelle Pulling Up,” the performances will take over the Hollywood Palladium from May 7 through May 9. The announcement rolled out with a high-production teaser featuring Chappelle smoking on a rooftop while Morgan Freeman delivers a signature voice-over. “Dave’s pulling up, and now we got a ball game,” Freeman states, before the teaser cues up a fleet of drones illuminating the festival logo over the skyline.
The Palladium residency promises an immersive and uninterrupted environment. Enforcing a strict phone-free policy, the venue will require all attendees to lock their phones, smartwatches, and accessories in individual Yondr pouches upon arrival. While Chappelle will anchor the three-night stint, the schedule is slated to feature a curated, rotating cast of surprise guests bridging the music and comedy worlds. The broader festival runs from May 4 to May 10, placing Chappelle alongside a stacked cultural lineup that includes Chris Rock, Kevin Hart, and Katt Williams.
Dave Chappelle’s “Pulling Up” residency for Netflix Is a Joke Fest takes place from May 7 through May 9 at the Hollywood Palladium in Los Angeles.
