Nashville Tennessean award winner Nate Bargatze reflects
Nate Bargatze talks about what its like being named Tennessean Entertainer of the year and reflects on the success he’s had this past year
Standup comedian and Tennessee native Nate Bargatze returns to Memphis bigger than ever.
Following record-setting tours in 2024 and 2025, Bargatze is continuing his high-profile roadwork in 2026 with the Big Dumb Eyes World Tour. The tour will stop at Downtown’s FedExForum on Thursday, March 26.
Here’s what to know ahead of Bargatze’s Memphis show.
Nate Bargatze: From Tennessee roots to comedy stardom
Bargatze, born in Old Hickory, Tennessee, moved to Chicago in 2001 to start working on his comedy career. Since then, he has followed in the showbiz footsteps of his father, a former clown turned world class magician, whose influence is seen on his 2015 debut Comedy Central special, “Full Time Magic,” and his debut album, “Yelled at By a Clown,” which reached No. 1 on the iTunes Comedy Charts and remained on Billboard’s Top Ten Comedy Charts for weeks.
Over the past decade, Bargatze has solidified his place at the top of the comedy world. Hailed as “The Nicest Man in Stand-Up” by The Atlantic Magazine and “One of the Funniest People” by CBS Mornings, Bargatze is now a Grammy- and Emmy-nominated, New York Times bestselling author, actor, podcaster, director and producer, who’s earned raves for his appearances hosting “Saturday Night Live” and various award shows.
Bargatze’s live draw has placed him in the pantheon of all entertainment superstars — in 2024 he sold 1.2 million tickets on the road and earned the biggest one-year gross by a comedy performer in history.
Are tickets still available for Nate Bargatze show in Memphis?
Tickets for the Bargatze stand-up concert — which starts at 7 p.m. — have been selling briskly, but seats are still available.
Tickets for show, which will take place in the round, can currently be purchased starting at $40. Those prices will put you in the upper level 200 sections. Closer to the action, seats most of the lower 100 level sections start at $70 and go up to $102. Currently there are no floor seats available for the show.
To purchase or for more information, go to Ticketmaster.com.
Is FedExForum cashless?
Yes, FedExForum is a cashless venue.
What is FedExForum’s bag policy?
FedExForum has a clear bag policy that limits the size and type of bags that may be brought into any event. Only bags meeting the following standards will be allowed inside FedExForum:
- Clear bags made of plastic, vinyl or PVC no larger than 6x8x2 inches.
- Bags may not have an all-over print or decoration that prohibits full view of its contents.
- The bag may contain a strap, but metal or chain straps are prohibited.
- One quart or smaller clear plastic storage/freezer bag (Ziploc or similar).
- Wallets (sized to be carried in the front or back pocket) no larger than 5×3.5 inches.
- Clear bags and wallets compliant with the above will also be screened through X-ray machines.
- Limit one clear bag per person.
- Exceptions to this policy will be made for all medically necessary items after proper inspection.
Where can you park at FedExForum?
FedExForum Gossett Motors Parking Garage offers 1,500 parking spaces in the five-level attached parking garage. There are two entrances to the garage, both on Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue between B.B. King Boulevard and Fourth Street. Parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Additional Downtown parking is available at various lots via Just Park. Parking rates for the Bargatze show range from $13 to $36. Go to FedExForum.com.
Where are the dropoff locations at FedExForum?
Guest, limo, taxi and express shuttle bus drop-off is located at the east end of the arena on Fourth Street between Beale and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue. Vehicles dropping off or picking up guests are not allowed to sit or park. Unattended vehicles will be ticketed and/or towed at the owner’s expense.
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