Auburn University is set to host a massive name in the comedy industry.
According to an announcement from the school, Nate Bargatze is going to be performing at Neville Arena on Friday, October 16 as a part of his “Big Dumb Eyes Goes to College” tour.
One of comedy’s biggest names is coming to The Plains! 🎤
From a record-breaking world tour & #1 NY Times bestseller to starring in The Breadwinner & hosting the Emmys… 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐁𝐚𝐫𝐠𝐚𝐭𝐳𝐞 𝐢𝐬 𝐚 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐝𝐲 𝐩𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐬𝐞!🔥
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— Auburn Tigers (@AuburnTigers) August 11, 2026
“We’re incredibly excited to welcome Nate Bargatze to Neville Arena as we continue our efforts to bring premier live entertainment to Auburn,” said Rhett Hobart, Auburn Deputy Athletics Director for External Affairs and Chief Revenue Officer. “From nationally touring concerts and world-class sporting events to now one of the biggest names in comedy, we remain committed to creating unique experiences for our students, fans and community while further establishing Auburn as a premier live entertainment destination in the Southeast.”
According to data from Pollstar, Bargatze is currently the #1 earning comedian in the world, after a recent announcement revealed he set a new record for the highest one-year gross by a comedy performer in history after the “Big Dumb Eyes World Tour” sold more than 2 million tickets.
Known for being apolitical and putting on a clean show, he appeals to a wide audience in a comedic landscape that has gone the opposite direction over the years.
Bargatze’s appearance on The Plains is a part of Auburn’s partnership with Peachtree Entertainment, which is bringing huge names to the college town over the coming months — including country music stars Ella Langley and Zach Bryan. Adding Bargatze to the list is the latest sign that Auburn is becoming a serious entertainment hub in the Southeast.
Auburn season ticket holders and Tigers Unlimited Foundation members will receive access to an exclusive presale beginning Thursday, August 13 at 10 a.m. CT. Any remaining tickets will go on sale to the general public Friday, August 14 at 10 a.m. CT.
More information can be found here.
Michael Brauner is a Senior Sports Analyst and Contributing Writer for Yellowhammer News. You can follow him on Twitter @MBraunerWNSP and hear him every weekday morning from 6 to 9 a.m. on “The Opening Kickoff” on WNSP-FM 105.5, available free online.
