Long Shot Comedy with Sam Ridley (CBS + VH1)

Fri Apr 17 2026 at 08:00 pm to 09:30 pm UTC-07:00

Long Shot Brewery | Visalia

Cen Cal Comedy
Publisher/HostCen Cal Comedy
Long Shot Comedy with Sam Ridley (CBS + VH1)
Advertisement
Get ready to laugh out loud with Sam Ridley's sharp wit and hilarious stories live on stage!
About this Event

Downtown Visalia's newest brewery with the hottest comedy shows.


Don't miss headliner Sam Ridley from VH1, CBS, Man of Steel, The Flash, 25 Words or Less.

Featuring the unapologetic Jeremiah Nation from The Comedy Store, Laughs Unlimited, and The Well Comedy Club.

Doors 6PM, Show 8-9:30


Come early and enjoy craft beer, wine, seltzer, and Neopolitan pizza.

21+ only, Mature content, No pets please.



About Headliner Sam Ridley

Whether selling out comedy venues or co-hosting a top-rated weekly podcast, Sam Ridley has come a long way from his roots in Virginia Beach, VA. Now a SoCal resident, this 10-year veteran comedian has a penchant for storytelling. His ability to weave realistic tales with punchy jokes that take viewers on a ride from start to finish has led audiences to regularly compare him to the iconic Dave Chappelle. 

He's known for his ability to connect with people by skillfully blending humor into real-life experiences that resonate with all audiences. His skills afforded him the opportunity to work with notable comics, including Paul Rodriguez, Nikki Glaser, Tony Baker, Sarah Silverman, Ryan Davies, and Tim Meadows. He also occasionally appears on national TV shows, such as The Talk with Sharon Osbourne and 25 Words or Less with Tisha Campbell.

As the former host of the Belly Room at the World Famous Comedy Store in Los Angeles, Sam regularly tours the country featuring for comedy vets, hosting shows, and selling out venues. He is also the winner of the International Standemic Comedy Competition presented by Entertainment Max, as well as an annual comedy competition at the Arizona House of Comedy.

When he’s not lighting local and national stages on fire, Sam is busy with his other passion: podcasting. He is the co-founder and co-host of the Illegal Opinions Podcast. He and co-hosts Marcus Palmer and Neo Ken discuss a wealth of topics, where nothing is taboo and everything is real. Sam and Marcus started the “podcast for people who don’t like podcasts” in 2020, and today, the show has a loyal following on Spotify, Apple Music, and YouTube. 

Before delving into comedy, Sam was a member of the United States Air Force. As a veteran and mental health advocate, he is always willing to put his talents to a good cause, including hosting the 4th of July Summerbash event for over 2,000 troops and their families at Edwards Air Force Base.

Advertisement

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Long Shot Brewery, 511 East Main Street, Visalia, United States

Tickets

USD 15.00 to USD 71.21

Icon
Concerts, fests, parties, meetups - all the happenings, one place.

Ask AI if this event suits you:

More Events in Visalia

Visalia Games Fishing Derby
Fri, 17 Apr at 08:00 am Visalia Games Fishing Derby

Plaza Park

Sequoia Symphony Orchestra: Time For Three Returns
Fri, 17 Apr at 04:00 pm Sequoia Symphony Orchestra: Time For Three Returns

Fox Theatre - Visalia

Visalia Games Pickleball Tournament
Sat, 18 Apr at 07:00 am Visalia Games Pickleball Tournament

Plaza Park

Visalia Games Track & Field Competition
Sat, 18 Apr at 09:00 am Visalia Games Track & Field Competition

Mt. Whitney High

Financial Skills Day - Visalia
Sat, 18 Apr at 10:00 am Financial Skills Day - Visalia

Divisadero Middle

Cen Cal Showdown Bicycle & RC Show
Sat, 18 Apr at 10:00 am Cen Cal Showdown Bicycle & RC Show

Mooney Grove Park

Soroptimist of Visalia Spring Fling
Sat, 18 Apr at 10:00 am Soroptimist of Visalia Spring Fling

Wyndham Visalia

2026 Tulare County Renaissance Fair
Sat, 18 Apr at 10:00 am 2026 Tulare County Renaissance Fair

Cutler Park

Visalia is Happening!

Never miss your favorite happenings again!

Explore Visalia Events