Gabriel Iglesias Is Turning Laughter Into Food Donations With a San Antonio Benefit Show
Comedian Gabriel “Fluffy” Iglesias is doing something a little different this weekend — he’s swapping ticket sales for canned goods to help those in need. Iglesias announced a special benefit performance for the San Antonio Food Bank, set to take place at the Laugh Out Loud Comedy Club (LOL Comedy Club), located at 618 N.W. Loop 410 in San Antonio.
Instead of buying tickets, fans who want to attend the show will need to donate five canned food items between 10 a.m. and noon on Sunday, November 2, 2025. The first 350 people who make that donation will receive wristbands granting them entry to the show, which starts at 3 p.m. This creative twist makes the event both a fun comedy show and a way to fight local hunger at the same time.
In his announcement, Iglesias said, “It’s for a great cause. Believe me, right now, a lot of people need that food. So bring the food! It’s not for me this time.” His message struck a chord with fans, quickly generating thousands of reactions and comments across social media. One fan even left a helpful reminder in the comments: “Make sure the canned goods are NOT expired.”
According to a report from MySanAntonio, the San Antonio Food Bank has seen a surge in demand for food assistance. Some of the rural communities it serves are experiencing hunger rates as high as 46%, a sobering statistic that highlights just how important donations like these are. The organization has been stretched thin by rising food insecurity, and events like this can make a meaningful difference.
Iglesias also mentioned that he’ll be joined by several special guests, though he didn’t reveal who they are — keeping the surprise element alive for those lucky enough to get wristbands. While details about his guests remain under wraps, it’s safe to assume the audience will be in for a high-energy afternoon full of laughs.
The San Antonio Express-News noted that Iglesias announced the event on Thursday, giving fans just a few days to get ready. The quick turnaround has only added to the buzz, with locals eager to line up early to secure their spot.
This isn’t the first time Gabriel Iglesias has given back to the community, but it’s one of the most direct and heartfelt efforts to connect his comedy with a cause. By asking fans to donate food instead of money, he’s turning a night of entertainment into a community movement that directly helps families struggling to put meals on the table.
It’s also a reminder that small actions — even five cans of food — can add up to something big when enough people get involved. With 350 fans donating at least five cans each, that’s a minimum of 1,750 canned goods going straight to the Food Bank in a single afternoon.
If you’re in San Antonio and want to take part, head to the LOL Comedy Club this Sunday between 10 a.m. and noon with your donation. You’ll be supporting a worthy cause — and you just might find yourself laughing alongside Fluffy himself for a great reason.
