We are bringing John F O’Donnell’s iconic show “50 First Jokes” back to New Orleans this year to launch the new year and celebrate the comedy scene in New Orleans!

For 18 years 50 First Jokes has happened in comedy scenes across the country! “50 Comics. One Mega Show. 1st New Joke of the New Year!” - That’s the logline that defines 50 FIRST JOKES, the very special party show that celebrates the massively talented community of stand up comedians.

50 FIRST JOKES now takes place in 15+ comedy scenes nationwide! Occuring in cities throughout America including New York, Los Angeles, Denver, Austin, Atlanta, and more. This is the only show in Louisiana in addition to the Lafayette show at Club 337 sanctioned by the creators of 50 First Jokes.

The show will be taking place at Sports Drink Comedy Club at 7pm on Saturday, January 3rd 2026! Everyone gets exactly 2 minutes and no more to tell a joke they have written since January 1 at 12:01am.