Comedy Star DL Hughley Delivers Laughs Live at Rivers Casino Philadelphia July 23
Stand-up icon brings sharp wit and social commentary to The Event Center; tickets start at $39
PHILADELPHIA — May 28, 2026 — Comedy heavyweight DL Hughley will take the stage at Rivers Casino Philadelphia for a one-night-only performance on Thursday, July 23, at 8 p.m. Known for his fearless humor and insightful takes on current events, Hughley will perform live in The Event Center. Tickets, starting at $39, are on sale now.
A veteran of stand-up, television and radio, Hughley rose to prominence as the original host of BET’s “ComicView” and as one of the standout performers in “The Original Kings of Comedy.” He has since built a successful career that spans comedy specials, bestselling books and his nationally syndicated radio show, “The D.L. Hughley Show.”
Hughley is recognized as one of the most prolific voices on the social media front, amassing over three million followers on both Instagram and Facebook. The Hollywood Reporter has consistently placed Hughley among the top five comedians in its social media popularity rankings. Hughley is also the host of his own podcast, “Uncertain with DL Hughley.”
Hughley continues to dominate the stand-up stage, producing specials for Netflix, Showtime and HBO. His 11th stand-up special, “D.L. Hughley: Contrarian,” is currently available on Netflix.
For tickets and more information, please visit RiversCasino.com/Philadelphia.
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ABOUT RIVERS CASINO PHILADELPHIA
Located along the Delaware River waterfront in Fishtown, Rivers Casino Philadelphia features more than 1,500 slots, 70 table games, 47 hybrid and automated gaming seats, a 28-table poker room, and a designated sportsbook area for live sports betting. The casino offers $10 blackjack 24 hours a day, seven days a week; plus, select table games with a $5 minimum are available daily. Dining options in the casino’s Marketplace include Rita’s Italian Ice, Dunkin’, Sapore Slice and a grab-and-go deli. The casino also offers an array of distinctive restaurants and bars — among them are Sapore, a welcoming Italian kitchen; Mian, featuring authentic Asian cuisine; and FLIPT, which serves classic burgers and shakes. Guests can enjoy riverfront views, live performances in The Event Center, free parking, and daily promotions and giveaways. Riversuites at The Battery is the casino’s luxury boutique hotel. For additional information and current offers, please visit RiversCasino.com/Philadelphia.
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