Comedy for 9/11 Resilience
Jon Stewart and Pete Davidson Lead All-Star 9/11 Comedy Benefit at Madison Square Garden
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The 2021 NYC Still Rising edition (the first in the series) featured a different lineup that included Amy Schumer, John Mulaney, Jimmy Fallon, Wanda Sykes, Colin Jost, Michael Che, Colin Quinn, Dave Attell, Jay Pharoah and Tom Segura, establishing the long-running star-studded format that this 2026 edition seeks to continue.
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The September 10, 2026 show is described as the second installment of the NYC Still Rising benefit, following the 2021 edition that marked the program’s first 20-year commemoration of 9/11.
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Davidson’s personal link to the tragedy remains central: his FDNY firefighter father, Scott Davidson, died responding to the 9/11 attacks when Pete was seven years old.
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Stewart’s advocacy for 9/11 first responders includes long-standing efforts around the 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund (Zadroga Act), and he has been recognized by New York City with its Bronze Medallion for his public service.
Jon Stewart and Pete Davidson are bringing back their star-studded 9/11 comedy benefit to Madison Square Garden. The show, titled "NYC Still Rising After 25 Years: A 9/11 Comedy Benefit," is set for September 10, 2026 — the eve of the 25th anniversary of the attacks, according to Deadline.
The lineup includes Aziz Ansari, Bill Burr, Dave Chappelle, Ronny Chieng, and Nikki Glaser, among others. Tickets go on presale July 29–30, with general on-sale starting July 31 at 10 a.m. All proceeds go to 9/11 charities, Deadline reports.
A Second Installment Five Years After the First
The 2026 show is the second edition of the NYC Still Rising format. The first ran in 2021, marking the 20th anniversary of the attacks. That show featured Amy Schumer, John Mulaney, Jimmy Fallon, Wanda Sykes, Colin Jost, Michael Che, and others, according to Deadline. The 2026 lineup is entirely new, with no overlap from the 2021 edition.
Live Nation is producing the event. One notable rule: no phones, smart watches, or electronic accessories will be allowed inside MSG. Organizers say the format celebrates New York City's resilience and community — and yes, the Knicks get a mention too, per SILive.
Davidson's Father Died on 9/11. That Makes This Personal.
For Pete Davidson, this benefit is deeply personal. His father, Scott Davidson, was an FDNY firefighter. Scott died responding to the 9/11 attacks. Pete was just seven years old. That loss has shaped Davidson's public identity and his commitment to keeping 9/11's memory alive, SILive reports.
Davidson has spoken about his father's death many times over his career. His involvement in this show is not a celebrity cameo — it is a direct extension of his family's story and his personal stake in honoring first responders.
Stewart Has Fought for First Responders for Years
Jon Stewart's connection to 9/11 goes beyond the stage. He spent years pushing Congress to renew the 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund — also known as the Zadroga Act. His emotional 2019 testimony before Congress drew national attention and helped secure the fund's long-term renewal, according to Deadline.
New York City recognized Stewart's efforts with its Bronze Medallion, the city's highest civilian honor. His advocacy for sick and dying first responders has been one of the defining causes of his post-Daily Show career.
How to Get Tickets Starting July 29
Presales open Wednesday, July 29 at 10 a.m. local time and run through July 30. General on-sale begins Thursday, July 31 at 10 a.m. The show takes place at Madison Square Garden in New York City on September 10, 2026, the night before the 25th anniversary, per SILive.
No specific ticket prices have been announced. Buyers should note the no-phone policy before arriving. All money raised goes directly to 9/11 charities, continuing the mission Stewart and Davidson first set in motion in 2021, Deadline reports.
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