Things to Know

We’re so excited to welcome you to the third annual Olympia Funk Festival – Funk OFF! Thank you for purchasing your tickets and helping us bring the groove to downtown Olympia once again!

Here’s everything you need to know before the funk drops:

Wristband Pickup (Registration)

All wristbands are available for pickup at the Olympia Ballroom lobby
116 Legion Way SE, Olympia, WA 98501

  • Friday, Jan 30: 1 PM - 8 PM

  • Saturday, Jan 31: 11:30 AM - 8 PM

If you have a Sunday-only pass, skip the Ballroom and head straight to the Capitol Theater—wristband pickup there starts at 1:00 PM on Sunday, Feb 1.

Youth Bands at Ilk Lodge (Saturday, Jan 31)

We’re proud to feature incredible student performers at the festival this year!

Catch these rising stars at Ilk Lodge:

  • 1:30 PM  Rapids

  • 3:00 PM  Brood Awakening

Let’s show these young funksters some love!

Masterclasses (Sunday, Feb 1) – Free & Open to the Public!

Our Sunday Masterclasses are open to all and completely free!
Held at the Olympia Center (222 Columbia St NW, Room 101 - Enter off Olympia Ave), these sessions are perfect for students, educators, musicians, and fans of all ages. You don’t need a ticket—just bring your curiosity and love of funk!

RSVP here (optional but helpful):
https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/masterclasses-olympia-funk-festival

Schedule:

  • 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM: Play What You Know – with Eric McFadden

  • 1:00 – 2:00 PM: Women in Funk Music – with Erica Falls

  • 2:30 – 3:30 PM: Stories of NW Funk & Soul – with DJ ElectricTeel

Cashless Event

We are a cashless event, so please bring your credit/debit card or digital wallet for any purchases.

Parking Tips

Downtown Olympia has free parking after 5 PM on weekdays and all day on weekends. For parking maps and tips:
www.olyfunkfest.com/parking

Questions?

Text during festival hours or reach out anytime:
[email protected]
(360) 280-2533 (just not during 3:30pm-5pm on Friday - I'll be on stage!)

We can’t wait to see you soon—and to groove, learn, and celebrate community all weekend long.

Danielle, Alan, & Rich
Team Funk Fest