Spread The JOY Fundraiser

About this show

Tickets: • Will Call is the ONLY option given when purchasing tickets. We do NOT give physical or digital tickets for entry to our shows. • Once tickets are purchased the ONLY thing you will show once doors open is the ticket purchaser's driver's license to get in. There is nothing to print or pick up ahead of time for entry. Restrictions • 18 & over • Two items minimum per person from our menu • Cell phones are subject to be locked up using Yonder bags. This is at the discretion of The Lab and the Comedian. Location The Lab at Zanies 2019 8th Ave S Nashville, TN 37204 Bio: Get ready for a night of laughter with a purpose! “Spread the Joy” is a clean comedy fundraiser dedicated to helping people that are facing homelessness in Nashville Tennessee. Join us on Tuesday, October 27, 2026 at 7:00 PM for an unforgettable evening at The Lab inside Zanies Comedy Club Nashville. This special event brings together an outstanding lineup: • Brian Bates – Brian Bates is a Nashville based comedian who tours the country performing at comedy clubs, theaters, corporate events, and churches. You may have seen his Dry Bar Comedy specials or heard him as a guest on The Grand Ole Opry. He can also be heard regularly on LaughUSA on SiriusXM radio. When not on the road, Brian joins fellow comedians Aaron Weber and Dusty Slay as one of the hosts of the "Public Figures Podcast". • Rik Roberts – A Dry Bar Comedy favorite and longtime headliner who has performed in all 50 states and internationally. Rik’s sharp observations and relatable humor have made him a popular entertainer for corporate events, cruise ships, and comedy clubs nationwide. • Matt Smeltzer – A Rochester New York comedian, pastor, and cartoonist who blends humor, heart, and storytelling. • Event Host: Drew Davis – Nashville comedian and founder of the Clean Comedy Collective. Come enjoy a night of big laughs, clean comedy, and meaningful impact as we truly Spread the Joy.