Bethel Woods Announces 2026 Show Featuring 'Comedy Legend's

Although we’re soaking up the holiday season and taking in all that 2025 has to offer, we can look ahead to the new year. In 2026, we can start planning the shows that we want to attend at one of our favorite music venues in New York state.

Bethel Woods is one of my happy places in the Hudson Valley. It’s the home to the 1969 Woodstock Music Festival. All throughout the year, they have exciting events. Today, we came together on these historic grounds to see our favorite musicians perform, experienced their camping and glamping and more.

Who Performed At Bethel Woods Center For The Arts In 2025?

I had such a fun summer at Bethel Woods. There was a wide variety of artists that performed including Dave Matthews Band, Jonas Brothers, Luke Bryan, blink-182 and more.

Sugar Ray was one of my favorite shows from the 2025 season! Their energy and throwback songs had the crowd singing along.

In 2025, we also saw some of our favorite comedians at Bethel Woods. During each show, the crowd was excited and laughed throughout the night as John Mulaney, Sebastian Maniscalco and “Weird Al” Yankovic performed.

Bethel Woods Announces Exciting 2026 Show Featuring 'Comedy Legends’

We can look forward to summer 2026 in the Hudson Valley. I love seeing live music at Bethel Woods and spending time exploring their beautiful grounds.

Social media users shared their excitement on Bethel Woods latest Facebook post. They highlighted an upcoming pavilion show for next year.

Bethel Woods shared that on August 8, 2026, we can see ‘Comedy Legends’. Jeff Dunham and Gabriel Iglesias will take the stage on these historic grounds. Tickets go on sale on December 19, 2025 at 10am.

What Do Social Media Users Think About Bethel Woods 2026 Comedy Show Lineup?

There were over 120 comments on Bethel Woods latest Facebook post about Jeff Dunham and Gabriel Iglesias performing next year. Social media users were excited to share their feedback about this announcement.

Some of the comments included,

“Oh. I am so going. Saw Jeff Dunham last year on my birthday. It was an absolutely amazing and funny show.”

“My two favorites on the same night!!!!!!! Wow!!!! Can’t wait!!!”

“Wow that's awesome”

For additional information, be sure to visit the Bethel Woods website and follow them on social media.

What was your favorite show at Bethel Woods? Who are you looking forward to seeing in 2026? Tell us more below.

6 Things To See At Bethel Woods Museum

The Museum at Bethel Woods is located at Bethel Woods Center for the Arts which is the original site of the 1969 Woodstock Museum Festival.

While some attendees visit for their concerts, others also enjoy exploring their Bindy Baazar Trail, concerts in the Event Gallery, attending classes, exhibits and events as well.

The Museum at Bethel Woods is a groovy place where visitors can step back in time to experience the history of the 1960's and hear personal stories from those who attended the festival. This museum is unique, has fun photo opportunities to engage in, videos to watch and knowledge to gain from their time in The Museum at Bethel Woods.

Take a look through the history of the 1969 Woodstock Music Festival at Bethel Woods Center for the Arts.

Gallery Credit: Allison Kay

Tour One of the Hudson Valley's Most Spectacular Light Shows

Peace, Love & Lights happens on the grounds of Bethel Woods. This festive and beautiful light show is mesmerizing, fun and spectacular.

Bethel Woods' Peace, Love & Light Winter Light Show Schedule is open daily from November 28, 2025 to December 28, 2025. (BUY TICKETS HERE)

The show begins at 5pm and ends at 10pm with the last entry at 9pm. Guests only need one ticket per carload.

It is recommended to purchase this ticket in advance since the price increases the day of. Also, a friendly reminder that Bethel Woods is now cashless.

If you would rather walk than drive through this beautiful display, Sullivan 180 Walkthrough Monday takes place each week on Mondays therefore, there will not be any drive thru options on that day of the week.

Bethel Woods added winter light displays all throughout the route. Some of their festivals include New York, Enchanted Forest, Groovy Way and more.

Let's Explore Some Of The Many Scenes of Peace, Love & Lights At Bethel Woods Center For The Arts

Gallery Credit: Allison Kay