# Event Details - **Event Name**: We Want The Funk — Black History Month Celebration - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 26 Feb, 2026 at 06:00 pm – Thu, 26 Feb, 2026 at 08:30 pm - **Event Description**: Black History Month screening of We Want The Funk—reception with complimentary drinks + bites, DJ D-Sharp, director intro & Q&A.About this EventWe Want The Funk — Black History Month CelebrationSpecial Screening + Director Intro + Live Q&ADate: Thursday, February 26Venue: Grand Lake Theater — OaklandTime: Doors 6:00 PM • Film 7:00 PMTickets: Free with RSVP (limited capacity)Reception: 6:00 PM with complimentary drinks + bites and sounds by DJ D-SharpAge: All ages welcome • 21+ to drinkOrganizer: SF Hip-Hop • @sfhiphop • #WeWantTheFunkAbout the EventSlide through as we honor the sound that shaped the Town—funk that powered block parties, inspired generations, and traveled the world. Join us for a special Black History Month screening of We Want The Funk, featuring a director introduction before the film and a live Q&A after.Come early for a community reception with complimentary drinks + bites and a set by DJ D-Sharp. Then settle in for the film and stay for a thoughtful conversation on the music, culture, and legacy that continues to move Oakland and the world.Evening Schedule6:00 PM — Reception: Check in, mingle, and enjoy complimentary drinks + bites with music by DJ D-Sharp7:00 PM — Film Starts: Welcome + director introduction, then the feature presentationPost-Screening — Live Q&A: Directors on stage for audience questionsTimes subject to slight adjustment; please arrive early to secure seating.HighlightsBlack History Month celebration of Oakland’s funk lineageDirector intro + Q&AComplimentary drinks + bites during the receptionMusic by DJ D-SharpFree with RSVPTickets & EntryFree with RSVP. Your RSVP guarantees entry until the auditorium reaches capacity; early arrival is encouraged.Check-in opens at 6:00 PM at the lobby. Please have your QR code ready.All ages welcome; 21+ to drink with valid ID.FAQsIs this really free?Yes—free with RSVP. Please cancel if your plans change so others can attend.What’s the film rating/runtime?Rating and duration will be confirmed in pre-event emails. Expect ~100–120 minutes including Q&A.Will there be seating assignments?Seating is general admission.Is photography allowed?Please, no flash or filming during the movie. Photos are welcome at the reception and Q&A.AccessibilityThe venue offers ADA seating and accessible restrooms. For additional accommodations, email us in advance.Getting ThereGrand Lake Theater is located near Grand Ave & Lake Park Ave. Street and paid parking available; consider rideshare or transit.Community GuidelinesWe aim to create a welcoming, inclusive space. Harassment or disruptive behavior will not be tolerated.ContactQuestions or group RSVPs? Email info@sfhiphop.org (or message @sfhiphop).Reserve your free spot now—see you at the Grand Lake. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/oakland/we-want-the-funk-—-black-history-month-celebration/100001981787957128 - **Event Categories**: black-history-month, entertainment, parties, dance, art, theatre - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 3 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket URL**: https://consumer.pxf.io/c/1339408/3151484/39691?partnerpropertyid=1191892&MediaPartnerPropertyId=1191892&svlink=14105511&level=1&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.eventbrite.com%2Fe%2Fwe-want-the-funk-black-history-month-celebration-tickets-1981787957128 - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Oakland - **state**: CA - **country**: United States - **location**: Grand Lake Theatre - **lat**: 37.8115054 - **long**: -122.2477279 - **full address**: Grand Lake Theatre, 3200 Grand Avenue, Oakland, United States ## Event Organizer details - **affiliate_id**: 10 - **organizer**: SF Hip-Hop (https://allevents.in/org/sf-hip-hop/24904451) ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: banner - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/9b68079b6f20b70d85ca3e60a27ecef7961fcacf51b60e18bc36b1d8ea7489bd-rimg-w1200-h600-dc020203-gmir.jpg?v=1769735820 - **Alt text**: thumbnail - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/a4d1c8a2d4fb5c4c05ec6daba332c02f16d756cb15d39feabc9c3ed3288ec1a8-rimg-w400-h400-dc020304-gmir.jpg?v=1769735820 ## FAQs - **Q**: When is the event happening? - **A:** Thu, 26 Feb, 2026 at 06:00 pm - **Q**: Where is the event happening? - **A:** Grand Lake Theatre, 3200 Grand Avenue, Oakland, United States - **Q**: What is the ticket price? - **A:** starting from 0 up to 0 USD - **Q**: Who is organizing the event? - **A:** SF Hip-Hop - **Q**: What type of event is this? - **A:** black-history-month, entertainment, parties, dance, art, theatre - **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about We Want The Funk — Black History Month Celebration ? - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents. ## Structured Data (JSON-LD) ```json [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Event", "name": "We Want The Funk — Black History Month Celebration", "image": "https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/9b68079b6f20b70d85ca3e60a27ecef7961fcacf51b60e18bc36b1d8ea7489bd-rimg-w1200-h600-dc020203-gmir.jpg?v=1769735820", "startDate": "2026-02-26", "endDate": "2026-02-26", "url": "https://allevents.in/oakland/we-want-the-funk-—-black-history-month-celebration/100001981787957128", "location": { "@type": "Place", "name": "Grand Lake Theatre", "address": { "@type": "PostalAddress", "streetAddress": "3200 Grand Avenue", "postalCode": "94610", "addressLocality": "Oakland", "addressRegion": "CA", "addressCountry": "US" }, "geo": { "@type": "GeoCoordinates", "latitude": "37.8115054", "longitude": "-122.2477279" } }, "eventAttendanceMode": "https://schema.org/OfflineEventAttendanceMode", "description": "Black History Month screening of We Want The Funk—reception with complimentary drinks + bites, DJ D-Sharp, director intro & Q&A.", "offers": [ { "@type": "AggregateOffer", "availability": "https://schema.org/InStock", "priceCurrency": "USD", "availabilityStarts": "2026-04-05", "availabilityEnds": "2026-02-26", "validFrom": "2026-04-05", "lowPrice": "0.00", "highPrice": "0.00", "price": "0.00", "url": "https://allevents.in/oakland/we-want-the-funk-—-black-history-month-celebration/100001981787957128" }, { "@type": "Offer", "availability": "https://schema.org/InStock", "priceCurrency": "USD", "availabilityStarts": "2026-04-05", "availabilityEnds": "", "validFrom": "2026-04-05", "url": "https://allevents.in/oakland/we-want-the-funk-—-black-history-month-celebration/100001981787957128", "price": 0, "name": "General Admission" } ], "organizer": [ { "@type": "Organization", "name": "SF Hip-Hop", "url": "https://allevents.in/org/sf-hip-hop/24904451", "description": "SFHH is composed of curators who’ve spent their lives in San Francisco, and spent the past two decades booking the majority of live hip-hop in the Bay Area. 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