Marjorie MillerThere are plenty of things to do in Jacksonville that can spark your creativity but if you want to see the unexpected, and experience the joy of spontaneity, you can try live shows at the hottest spots in the city.
It’s always a good idea to find a healthy escape after a work week. If you’re in the mood for a laugh, check out the best comedy clubs in Jacksonville that I’ve listed below to guide you to memorable nights in town.
1. The Comedy Zone Jacksonville
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Website: https://www.comedyzone.com/
Address: 3130 Hartley Rd, Jacksonville
Contact Details: +19042924242
Operating Hours:
- Sun, Wed, Thurs: 4:00pm – 11:00pm
- Fri–Sat: 4:00pm – 1:00am
- Mon–Tues: closed
Timing and delivery of humorous quips are every comedian’s expertise, and you can witness them first-hand at The Comedy Zone.
Everyone’s welcome as long as you’re 21 years old or older. Make sure to bring a valid ID to enter to avoid the inconvenience.
Arrive early, too, since the seating is on a first-come first-served basis. They have comedy nights every Wednesday, and you’d want to keep an eye out for those since they partner with comedians like Led Varela, Kerwin Claiborne, and Anthony Fuentes.
Each show typically lasts 90 minutes, so set your expectations for a night of laughter.
| Pro tips: Grab a bit of a drink before heading to the club since their drinks tend to be watered down. However, each week has a different set of drink specials, so make sure to ask about those if you want to explore their selection. Photos are allowed before and after the show only, so keep your cameras turned off during the show and fully immerse yourself in the comedic experience. |
2. First Coast Comedy
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Website: https://firstcoastcomedy.com/
Address: 2292 Mayport Rd #35, Jacksonville
Contact Details: +19043169292
Operating Hours:
- Thurs: 6:30pm – 9:00pm
- Fri: 6:00pm – 12:00am
- Sat: 6:00pm – 2:00am
- Sun–Wed: closed
First Coast Comedy is first and foremost an improvisation comedy club. Though, they host stand up open mic nights on some nights, so if you’re into stand up comedy, keep your eyes out for occasional evenings of quips.
Improvisation comedy is different from stand up as it involves games and scenes without a script. The audience typically participates by providing suggestions that the performers will use during their skit.
Their early scheduled shows are open for all audiences as they’re more family-friendly than their late shows, which are for audiences 21 years old and over
| Pro tips: Even if they advertise shows as family-friendly, keep young ones supervised as live shows can be unpredictable. Their team can be booked for private events, too, like weddings, birthday parties, and holiday parties, so take note of their contact details for your next celebration. |
3. Phatt Katz Comedy
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Website: https://www.phattkatz.com/
Address: 1402 San Marco Blvd, Jacksonville
Contact Details: +19044544699
Operating Hours:
- Thurs: 6:00pm – 10:00pm
- Fri–Sat: 7:00pm – 12:00am
- Sun–Wed: closed
Don’t get confused with Phatt Katz Comedy as it’s located in the Breezy Jazz House & Restaurant.
The comedy club has worked with various pillars of comedy like Bill Bellamy, Nephew Tommy, and Semmore. Today, they work with contemporary comedians like Jess Hilarious and Kountry Wayne, so you’re assured that they know their stuff.
Apart from their comedy nights, you can also enjoy their jazz bar that has a sexy, romantic, and classy vibe that’s perfect for a hot date. You’ll surely enjoy their service as their servers are attentive to your needs.
| Pro tip: Go early to claim your reserved seats but be prepared to wait as their live acts can start a bit later than scheduled. |
