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Bruce Springsteen & Alex Warren to Play Stand Up for Heroes on 20th Anniversary of Veterans Benefit Show

The show will also feature comedy performances from Jon Stewart, Josh Johnson and Hasan Minhaj.

Bruce Springsteen & Alex Warren to Play Stand Up for Heroes on 20th Anniversary of Veterans Benefit Show

Bruce Springsteen and comedian Alex Warren are set to perform at the Stand Up for Heroes event, marking its 20th anniversary on November 9, 2026, at Lincoln Center in New York City. The annual benefit, presented by the Bob Woodruff Foundation, raises funds for injured or ill military members and their families. The event, which began in 2007, has raised over $117 million for veterans, their loved ones, and caregivers.

Joining Springsteen and Warren will be Jon Stewart, Josh Johnson, and Hasan Minhaj, among other notable entertainers. The 2026 New York Comedy Festival, which will run from November 6 to November 15, includes a diverse lineup of comedians, musicians, and writers.

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