What to Expect at a Matt Mathews Show (2026-27)
What kind of show is it?
This is a stand-up comedy show, not a concert, even though plenty of people search for “Matt Mathews concerts” because he also sings. The official tour copy describes a new hour of brutally honest stories about relationships, family, fame, farm life, mental health and everyday chaos. If you know him from the farm chore videos, the voice will feel familiar, but the stage show goes further and gets more personal than a one-minute clip can.
We are not going to quote bits or spoil the material. What we can say from the official description is that the show is story-driven, so settle in for longer tales with a payoff rather than a string of quick one-liners.
How long are Matt Mathews concerts?
Honest answer: no official run time has been published for this tour, and we will not guess at a number of minutes. Plan for an evening of roughly a typical headline stand-up set, allow time for doors and seating, and check your venue’s event page, which sometimes lists doors and start times. If you are booking a late show or a train home, leave yourself a buffer.
Is there an opening act?
No opener has been officially named. Promoter line-ups list only Matt Mathews. Some comedy tours add a local feature act night by night, so check your venue or your ticket confirmation closer to the date rather than relying on anything you read on social media.
Should I pick the early or the late show?
Many cities now have two shows on the same night. Times vary a lot: the Kirby Center in Wilkes-Barre runs 4:30 PM and 8:00 PM, Oaklawn in Hot Springs ran 6:30 PM and 9:30 PM, and the Stifel Theatre in St. Louis lists 7:00 PM and 10:15 PM. The material is the same tour show either way. Pick the early show if you have a long drive or a sitter to relieve; pick the late one if you want dinner first. Late shows can finish close to midnight, so check parking and transit hours. Every show time is on our tour dates page.
What is the age limit?
Most theatres list the show as suggested for 18+, and Live Nation in Australia and New Zealand says recommended 18+. Casino venues are usually 21+ with ID checks, for example North Star Mohican and Live! Casino Hanover. Union Chapel in London is an 18+ event. Rules differ by venue, so read our age limit guide and your venue page before bringing anyone younger.
Is there adult language?
Yes. The official copy calls the comedy brutally honest and unfiltered, and the 18+ recommendations reflect adult language and themes. If you would wince hearing it at a family dinner, you will hear it here.
When does the VIP Q&A happen?
The Not What I Ordered Q&A Experience includes a premium ticket, a group photo with Matt, a Q&A session, a tour poster, a lanyard, a koozie, stickers and a wax melt. Whether the Q&A and photo happen before or after the show can depend on the venue and on early or late timing, so check your VIP email for the exact check-in time and place. Photos from each city are posted on his official site. More on our VIP page.
What should I wear?
There is no dress code. Fans lean into the country-meets-glam spirit of his videos, so you will see boots, denim and a bit of sparkle next to people in regular night-out clothes. Wear shoes you can stand in at the bar, and bring a layer for chilly casino ballrooms.
Before you go, check three things on your venue page: the age rule, the bag policy and whether your ticket is for the early or the late show. Those are the questions that trip people up at the door.
Can I bring my phone?
We have not found any official phone-free or pouch policy for this tour, so we will not claim one. The VIP pages say photos and videos are allowed during the VIP session itself. For the main show, follow the venue’s house rules and staff instructions.
What to expect: frequently asked questions
How long is a Matt Mathews show?
No official run time has been published. Plan for an evening of roughly a typical headline stand-up set and check your venue page for doors and start times.
Who is opening for Matt Mathews?
No opening act has been officially named for the Not What I Ordered World Tour. Check your venue or ticket confirmation closer to the date.
Is the Matt Mathews show family friendly?
Not really. Most theatres suggest it for audiences 18 and over, casino venues are usually 21+, and the show contains adult language and themes.
Is the late show different from the early show?
Both are the same Not What I Ordered tour show. The difference is timing: late shows can finish close to midnight.
Does the VIP Q&A happen before or after the show?
It can vary by venue and by early or late show. Check your VIP email for the exact check-in time and location.