{"id":243725,"date":"2026-04-23T20:01:08","date_gmt":"2026-04-23T20:01:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/243725\/"},"modified":"2026-04-23T20:01:08","modified_gmt":"2026-04-23T20:01:08","slug":"hyatt-regency-jacksonville-riverfront-launches-new-bonkerz-comedy-series-free-press-of-jacksonville","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/243725\/","title":{"rendered":"Hyatt Regency Jacksonville Riverfront Launches New Bonkerz Comedy Series \u2013 Free Press of Jacksonville"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/bonkerz.png\" alt=\"\" title=\"bonkerz\"\/><\/p>\n<p>Hyatt Regency Jacksonville Riverfront, an upscale hotel located in the heart of downtown on the St. Johns River and next to the scenic Main Street Bridge, announces a new partnership with Bonkerz Comedy Productions and the launch of Bonkerz Comedy Series \u2013 Jacksonville, bringing live stand-up comedy performances to the hotel on select Friday and Saturday nights. The new series invites both hotel guests and the local community to enjoy an evening of entertainment featuring nationally touring comedians from television, film and comedy venues across the country.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWe are excited to partner with the legendary team with Bonkerz Comedy Productions to launch a new comedy series in the heart of downtown Jacksonville,\u201d said Kate De Master, Director of Sales and Marketing at Hyatt Regency Jacksonville Riverfront. \u201cThe shows will transform our hotel into a vibrant comedy club experience, giving guests a chance to enjoy top touring talent alongside great food and beverage offerings, with a brand-new entertainment experience in the heart of downtown.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Bonkerz Comedy Series \u2013 Jacksonville will take place on select Friday and Saturday nights at 8 p.m., with doors opening at 7 p.m. Guests are encouraged to arrive one hour before showtime for seating. Seating is limited. Attendance is limited to guests 21 and older.<\/p>\n<p>Admission is $15 per person if purchased in advance, or $20 per person on the day of show. There is a two-item minimum purchase per person, with curated food and a full liquor bar available during performances. The upcoming lineup includes:\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Carmen Vallone on May 9 \u2013 a high energy stand-up comedian known for observational humor and appearances on Last Comic Standing, HBO, CBS, and Jamie Kennedy\u2019s Heckler<\/p>\n<p>Mr Mike Rivera on May 30 \u2013 a fast-paced stand-up comedian blending classroom experience with comedy, seen on HBO and Showtime, winner of The View\u2019s Most Hilarious Teacher Competition, and tours with The Bored Teachers Summer Comedy Tour<\/p>\n<p>Kojo Prince on June 13 \u2013 a seasoned stand-up comedian with a polished delivery and decades of stage experience, seen on Showtime, Comedy Time Network and Roku\u2019s LMAO<\/p>\n<p>Eugene Torres on July 3 \u2013 a dynamic stand-up comedian known for relatable storytelling and a strong stage presence, host of The Wepa Warrior Podcast and seen on FOX\u2019s The Floor and more<\/p>\n<p>Each performer brings a distinct comedic style and nationally recognized credits, creating a diverse series of performances designed to deliver a dynamic entertainment experience throughout the summer season.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Bonkerz Comedy Series \u2013 Jacksonville adds to Hyatt Regency Jacksonville Riverfront\u2019s growing lineup of on property events and offerings, further positioning the hotel as a destination for both visitors and locals seeking engaging dining and entertainment experiences along the St. Johns River.<\/p>\n<p>For more information on Bonkerz Comedy Series \u2013 Jacksonville, please visit <a href=\"https:\/\/bonkerzcomedyproductions.com\/locations\/hyatt-regency-jax\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">https:\/\/bonkerzcomedyproductions.com\/locations\/hyatt-regency-jax\/<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>For more information or to book a stay at Hyatt Regency Jacksonville Riverfront, please visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hyatt.com\/hyatt-regency\/en-US\/jaxrj-hyatt-regency-jacksonville-riverfront?src=corp_lclb_google_seo_jaxrj&amp;utm_source=google&amp;utm_medium=organic&amp;utm_campaign=lmr\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">www.hyatt.com\/hyattregencyjacksonville<\/a>, or call (904) 588-1234.<\/p>\n<p>About Hyatt Regency Jacksonville Riverfront<br \/>Situated in the heart of downtown Jacksonville Riverfront, right next to the Main Street Bridge, Hyatt Regency Jacksonville is a premier downtown getaway in Northeast Florida.\u00a0 The hotel features 951 spacious guestrooms and luxury suites providing sweeping views of the city.\u00a0 Guests can enjoy a rooftop pool and 24-hour StayFit gym that provide aerial views of downtown. On-site restaurants include five-course dining at Morton\u2019s The Steakhouse, fresh seafood and southern-inspired dishes at SHOR Seafood Grill, craft cocktails and gourmet snacks at Tavern, and grab-and-go options at the 24-hour Market. Guests have easy access by land or sea to world-class museums, theaters, and national sporting events at TIAA Bank Field, Vystar Memorial Arena, and 121 Financial Ballpark. For more information, please visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hyatt.com\/en-US\/hotel\/florida\/hyatt-regency-jacksonville-riverfront\/jaxrj\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">hyattregencyjacksonville.com<\/a>, or call (904) 588-1234.<\/p>\n<p>About Hyatt Regency\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>The Hyatt Regency brand prides itself on connecting travelers to who and what matters most to them. More than 175 conveniently located Hyatt Regency urban and resort locations in over 30 countries around the world serve as the go-to gathering space for every occasion \u2013 from efficient business meetings to memorable family vacations. The brand offers a one-stop experience that puts everything guests need right at their fingertips. Hyatt Regency hotels and resorts offer a full range of services and amenities, including the space to work, engage or relax; notable culinary experiences; technology-enabled ways to collaborate; and expert event planners who can take care of every detail. For more information, please visit\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.hyattregency.com\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">hyattregency.com<\/a>. Follow @HyattRegency on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/HyattRegency\/?fref=ts\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Facebook<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hyattregency?lang=en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Twitter<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/hyattregency\/?hl=en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Instagram<\/a>, and tag photos with #AtHyattRegency.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>\t<script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script><script async src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Hyatt Regency Jacksonville Riverfront, an upscale hotel located in the heart of downtown on the St. Johns River&hellip;\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":243726,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[8],"tags":[116,118,117],"class_list":["post-243725","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-jacksonville","tag-jacksonville","tag-jacksonville-headlines","tag-jacksonville-news"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/243725","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=243725"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/243725\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/243726"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=243725"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=243725"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=243725"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}