BankAtlantic Offers Chance to Win Tickets to the 2009 Jonas Brothers World Tour

BankAtlantic, "Florida’s Most Convenient Bank,” announced today that it is offering a chance to win four complimentary lower bowl tickets to the 2009 Jonas Brothers World Tour live at the BankAtlantic Center on August 19, 2009.

"The Jonas Brothers have become a global powerhouse and the growth of their worldwide fan base, particularly in South Florida, is nothing short of explosive,” commented BankAtlantic’s Chief Executive Officer, Jarett S. Levan. "This is a wonderful opportunity for four lucky fans to see and hear the Jonas Brothers and be a part of the 2009 Jonas Brothers World Tour.”

The 2009 Jonas Brothers World Tour ticket sweepstakes is fun, easy and open to BankAtlantic customers and the public.

HOW: BankAtlantic customers and non-customers can enter the ticket sweepstakes online, by mail or by visiting any BankAtlantic Branch in Broward, Miami-Dade or Palm Beach counties and along the Treasure Coast. No purchase or bank transaction is necessary to win.

Online: Visit www.bankatlantic.com/jonasbrothers, and submit your name, address and telephone number.

By Mail: Handwrite on a 3” x 5” card your name, address, daytime telephone number including area code, and mail the card in an envelope to:

In Person: Register your entry at the BankAtlantic Center Kiosk at any BankAtlantic Branch in Broward, Miami-Dade or Palm Beach counties and along the Treasure Coast.

WHEN: Contest ends August 13, 2009 at 11:59 p.m. EDT. Mail-in entries must be received by August 14, 2009.

CONTACT: For official rules and details, please visit www.BankAtlantic.com/jonasbrothers . For more information call 1-888-7-DAY-BANK.

About BankAtlantic:

BankAtlantic, Florida’s Most Convenient Bank, is one of the largest financial institutions headquartered in Florida. Via its broad network of community branches, online banking division - BankAtlantic.com , and conveniently located ATMs, BankAtlantic provides a full line of personal, small business and commercial banking products and services. BankAtlantic is open 7 days a week with extended weekday hours, Free Online Banking & Bill Pay, a 7-Day Customer Service Center and Change Exchange coin counters.

For further information, please visit www.BankAtlantic.com

About BankAtlantic Bancorp:

BankAtlantic Bancorp (NYSE: BBX) is a bank holding company and the parent company of BankAtlantic. For further information, please visit www.BankAtlanticBancorp.com

Matters discussed in this press release may contain forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Actual results, performance, or achievements could differ materially from those contemplated, expressed, or implied by the forward-looking statements contained herein. Void where prohibited. No purchase or bank transaction is necessary to win. Winners will be drawn and notified prior to event dates. BankAtlantic employees are not eligible. For the sweepstakes complete Official Rules, speak to a BankAtlantic associate, or write to BankAtlantic at P.O. Box 8608, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33310, Attention: BankAtlantic Center Ticket Giveaway, or visit online at https://www.bankatlantic.com/Documents/Jonas%20Brothers%20Sweepstakes%20Official%20Rules.pdf. Concert acts, events and dates are subject to change.