Funk Zone Live May 31st – Something for SB Locals to Support Local Businesses

SB Funk Zone Live, a series of bimonthly “arts, wine, dine, and shop events,” successfully launched on March 29th, 2024 despite the rain. The event is compared to the popular Downtown Santa Barbara 1st Thursday monthly events.

Funk Zone venues are targeting Santa Barbara area locals and will open their doors late from 5-8 pm on the last Fridays of every other month (with November’s event swapped to December due to the holiday season).

This collaborative local business model has grown. 23 venues are participating in this creative artful event on the last Friday of May. Business owners and artists have been gathering monthly to brainstorm, network, and collaborate on advertising. They all agree to refer each other to each other’s shop.

“It’s inspiring to see the collaboration among local businesses in the Funk Zone. What makes the Funk Zone special is this spirit of mutual support and cooperation. By meeting face-to-face, we can share good news, cross-promote products and happenings, and create a thriving community. This collective energy not only enhances each individual business but also strengthens the overall vibrancy and appeal of the Funk Zone,” says Jana Brody, coordinator of SB Funk Zone Live.

SB Funk Zone Live promises a unique and eclectic experience for locals and visitors alike, suitable for all ages. For example; Commen Unity, a specialized one-chair barber shop and art gallery, and sbmidmod, a premier Mid-century modern furniture, art, and design showroom that moved into 223 Anacapa at the same, will be celebrating their third anniversary with a DJ and local libations from Fess Parker Funk Zone. Tendrel, a Japanese denim men’s clothing shop (formally on Santa Barbara Street) will be joining them at 223 Anacapa for a grand opening party next door.

Each registered venue will feature an art element; non-art venues are encouraged to host a local artist or band. Luisa Hyatt owner of Rincon Brewery partners with Julie Potter, wife of the late SB artist Chris Potter to exhibit and sell prints of Chris’s work.

Participating venues will be open from 5:00 – 8:00 pm and the SB Funk Zone Live series dates for 2024 are: May 31, July 26, September 27, December 6

Santa Barbara’s Funk Zone is a hub for arts, dining, wine, beer, spirits, retail shops, hotels, creative energy, and unique culture. JOIN US FOR FUN-K and celebrate art, music, wine, and dining in the vibrant Funk Zone of Santa Barbara.

For more information, please contact: Jana Brody at 805-448-6873