Soboba Casino Resort books Marlon Wayans for Dec. 4 show

Soboba Casino Resort will host comedian and actor Marlon Wayans at its Event Center in San Jacinto, California, on Friday, Dec. 4 at 9 p.m. The 21-and-over show adds to the property’s lineup of national touring acts and comes with tickets available now.

Why it matters: - Marlon Wayans brings a nationally known comedy and film name to Soboba Casino Resort’s Event Center. - The booking adds another draw to the resort’s late-2026 entertainment calendar in the Inland Empire. - The show is 21 and over, which narrows the audience but fits the casino venue format.

What happened: - Soboba Casino Resort announced that Marlon Wayans will perform on Friday, Dec. 4 at 9 p.m. at the Soboba Casino Resort Event Center. - Ticket information is available at soboba.com/entertainment or by calling (866) 476-2622. - The resort said the show is 21 & over.

The details: - Wayans first drew national attention as a performer and writer on “In Living Color.” - He later co-created and starred with Shawn Wayans in “The Wayans Bros.,” which ran for five seasons. - The Wayans brothers also wrote and starred in “White Chicks,” “Little Man,” “Don’t Be a Menace,” “Scary Movie,” “Scary Movie 2” and “Scary Movie 6,” which was released this year. - Wayans’ film credits include “A Haunted House,” “A Haunted House 2,” “Fifty Shades of Black,” “Naked” and “Sextuplets.” - His dramatic roles include “Requiem for a Dream,” “Respect” and “Air.” - His television and film appearances also include “The Ladykillers,” “G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra,” “The Heat,” “On the Rocks,” the Peacock series “Bel-Air” and the 2025 psychological horror film “Him.” - Wayans continues to tour nationally as a stand-up comedian and has released several comedy specials, including “Marlon Wayans: Good Grief” on Amazon Prime in 2024 and “Marlon Wayans: God Loves Me” on HBO Max in 2023. - Upcoming Soboba shows listed by the resort include Taylor Dayne on Nov. 20, Scotty McCreery on Nov. 21, Wayans on Dec. 4 and WAR’s 50th Anniversary Greatest Hits Tour on Dec. 19. - Soboba Casino Resort opened in 2019 near San Jacinto and Hemet, California. - The resort spans 474,000 square feet across more than 200 acres. - The property includes more than 2,000 slot machines, table games and a six-story hotel with 200 rooms and suites. - Additional amenities include multiple dining and bar options, live music, nightlife, the PGA-rated Soboba Springs Golf Course, 21 pickleball courts and year-round concerts, comedy shows and sporting events. - Soboba Casino Resort is owned and operated by the Soboba Band of Luiseño Indians.

Between the lines: - The booking continues a strategy common to casino resorts: pairing gaming with recognizable entertainment names to drive visits, hotel stays and on-site spending. - Wayans’ mix of comedy, film and television credits broadens the appeal beyond stand-up fans alone. - The resort’s packed November and December schedule suggests Soboba is leaning on live entertainment as a major traffic driver during the holiday season.

What's next: - Ticket sales and attendance will show how much demand Wayans can generate in the local market. - Soboba’s next announced shows continue through Dec. 19, giving the property a steady run of live events heading into the holidays. - More information is available at Soboba Casino Resort.