Ali Wong adds three San Francisco holiday shows to tour after Bill Hader split

The Emmy-winning comedian will perform at The Masonic in December as part of her expanded 2026 tour.

Feb. 23, 2026 at 5:34pm by Ben Kaplan

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Ali Wong, a Pacific Heights native, has added three holiday performances at The Masonic in San Francisco to her 'Ali Wong Live' 2026 tour. The newly announced San Francisco dates are part of a broader expansion of her tour, which includes additional stops across the United States, Canada, and Europe. The tour news comes amid a reported split between Wong and fellow comedian and actor Bill Hader, who had been dating for over two years.

Why it matters

As one of San Francisco's most prominent comedy exports, Wong's regular holiday performances in the city have become an anticipated annual tradition. Her homecoming shows draw large crowds eager to see the Emmy-winning comedian and actor, who has found national success with her Netflix specials and recent acclaimed TV series.

The details

Wong first gained national attention with her Netflix specials 'Baby Cobra' and 'Hard Knock Wife,' followed by the Emmy-nominated 'Don Wong.' Her most recent special, 'Single Lady,' earned a Golden Globe and a Critics Choice Award. In 2023, she starred in and executive produced the Netflix and A24 series 'Beef,' which won eight Emmy Awards. Tickets for the newly announced San Francisco shows will be available starting with an artist presale on February 25, followed by general ticket sales on February 27.

  • The newly announced San Francisco performances will take place on December 18, 19, and 20, 2026.
  • Wong's 'Ali Wong Live' 2026 tour began in January in Houston and includes additional dates across the United States, Canada, and Europe.

The players

Ali Wong

An Emmy Award-winning comedian and actor from San Francisco's Pacific Heights neighborhood who has gained national prominence with her Netflix specials and acclaimed TV series.

Bill Hader

A fellow comedian and actor who had been dating Wong for over two years, but the two have reportedly ended their relationship.

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What they’re saying

“I come from San Francisco and that's where I started doing stand up and I wouldn't be here if it wasn't for all the stage time that I got there and all the practice that I got to become a stand up comedian.”

— Ali Wong (Golden Globe acceptance speech)

What’s next

Tickets for the newly announced San Francisco shows will go on sale to the general public on February 27, 2026.

The takeaway

Ali Wong's regular holiday performances in her hometown of San Francisco have become an anticipated annual tradition, showcasing the city's pride in one of its most successful comedy exports. Despite her split from fellow comedian Bill Hader, Wong's star continues to rise as she expands her 2026 tour and brings her acclaimed comedy back to the Bay Area.