Comedian Jim Gaffigan will perform at the Purcell Pavilion next fall. This performance was announced in an email to the campus community from Notre Dame Hospitality at noon Tuesday. Members of the public received a similar message about 15 minutes after the initial email. The show is scheduled for Sept. 11, 2026, and will be a part of Gaffigan’s “Everything is Wonderful!” tour.
The email and a press release from the University noted Gaffigan is an “eight-time Grammy nominated comedian, actor, writer, producer, three-time Emmy winning top touring performer, and multi-platinum-selling recording artist.” The press release also notes that Gaffigan has released 16 comedy albums and has written and produced two seasons of “The Jim Gaffigan Show” with his wife, Jeannie Gaffigan.
“There is a unique pride that comes with welcoming one of our own back to northern Indiana. Gathering to enjoy Jim Gaffigan at Purcell Pavilion is a powerful way to celebrate the shared roots that define our corner of the state, strengthening the vital connection between the University and our neighbors. We are proud to welcome the community for a night of laughter, and to honor the collaborative spirit that makes northwest Indiana such a special place to call home,” Mike Seamon, vice president for University Operations, Events and Safety, wrote in the press release.
Born in Elgin, Ill., Gaffigan was raised in Chesterton, Ind.
Students, faculty and staff will have the opportunity to purchase tickets 24 hours before the general public. These advance ticket sales will happen 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. on April 23, with general sale tickets opening April 24 at 10 a.m.
Gaffigan previously came to South Bend on tour as a part of events leading up to 2018 IDEA week.
