Upcoming Shows & Events

Heather Luckhart Blues Band at Function

Underground intimate musical performances weekdays and weekends in Midtown Toronto. These established and emerging artists are sure to impress and leave your spirit better than when you arrived. Bring friends, bring a date, or come enjoy by yourself!

Thank you for supporting Toronto musicians.

Glenn Marais & The Mojo Train
Mar
8
to Mar 9

Glenn Marais & The Mojo Train

Glenn Marais and the Mojo Train are a blues rock band known for their powerful and dynamic sound with their music taking listeners on a journey through the Mississippi Delta, with stops at Detroit, Motown, and the funky sounds of Philadelphia. With their unique styles deeply rooted in the blues, the band's original compositions are a testament to their exceptional musical talents. The band believes in giving back to their community and currently run their own non-profit MusicCan that provides instruments and lessons to underserved youth in Canada and are currently sponsoring music programs in two YRDSB schools with plans to expand. The band’s motto is Give to Live and over the years they have continually supported the Food Bank, Starlight Children’s Foundation, Blue Door Shelters and have raised over 100 000 for The Stephen Lewis Foundation.

The band is comprised of Juno-nominated songwriter GLENN MARAIS on guitar and vocals, bassist MANNY DE GRANDIS - leader of the Maples, The Toronto Blues Society House Band, keyboardist JESSE KARWAT, keyboardist for Canadian Rock Legends, I Mother Earth, and renowned drummer JEFF SAULNIER. Known for their love of playing and jamming, Glenn Marais and the Mojo Train have a knack for taking songs in new and exciting directions. The band are releasing their new record, Red, Hot and Blue this March and recently made it to the semi-finals of the International Blues Challenge in Memphis, Tennessee.

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Valentine's Day Dinner & Show
Feb
14
to Feb 15

Valentine's Day Dinner & Show

Join us for an intimate evening with a special 3-course dinner, featuring live romantic jazz music performed by incredibly talented and seasoned entertainers. Savour a lovely meal while they serenade you and your date this Valentine's Day! Stay tuned for more info - subscribe to our newsletter.

Tia Brazda’s jazz-pop gems and retro style have established her as a strong and unique presence on the international jazz scene, as well as at home in Canada. Both a singer and songwriter, Brazda has performed at the Montréal Jazz festival and Birdland (GER) and regularly tours across Europe & North America, from intimate supper clubs to large outdoor festivals. Her music has been described as a “hip pastiche” and a “walking catalog of 20th century jazz styles”. Most recently her cover of "Smile" reached over 1 million streams and her original songs,  such as “Cabin Fever”, "Breathe Easy" and "Shine" can be heard on Jazz FM91, BBC (UK) , NPR (USA) and many stations and playlists around the world. Juno-Award winner MAX SENITT on drums, CHRIS ADRIAANSE on bass, MIKE FREEDMAN on guitar.

$15 advanced ticket includes cover for the show only. (Day-of door cover will be $20)

Dinner & Show $120 ticket includes:

  • Dinner

  • Welcome glass of bubbly

  • Show cover

  • Gratuity

Valentine’s Dinner Service seating times:

7:30 pm or 8:30 pm

Please email your meal selections and seating time to info@functionbar.ca.

Ticket Purchasing Options:

  • E-transfer to info@functionbar.ca (no web fees).
    IMPORTANT: Include in Personal Message your name, ticket type and # of tickets being purchased. Your post-transfer bank email will be your ticket for the event. If you’re coming for the pre-fixe dinner, you must still email us your meal selection and seating time separately.

À la carte menu also available. Kitchen open 5 pm - 12 am.

Bar open for full service 5 pm - 2 am.

Musical performance from 9:30 pm - 1 am.

This is a 19+ event.

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Retro Resonance
Feb
7
to Feb 8

Retro Resonance

Jazzdown – 90s/2000s Hits with a Sophisticated Twist

Step into a nostalgic yet fresh musical experience with Jazzdown, a duo that reimagines 90s and 2000s classics across rock, pop, rap, and R&B—often with a jazz-inspired twist or high-energy rock delivery. Led by TIFFANY DERIVEAU and ERIC LUNDGREN, this versatile act adapts to the moment, shifting between intimate acoustic sets and full-band performances.

For Friday nights at Function, they’ll dial up the energy, blending jazz standards with soulful, rhythmic takes on throwback favourites, creating an atmosphere that’s both immersive and electrifying.

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Lower Bay Station
Jan
29

Lower Bay Station

Lower Bay Station is a Toronto-based Jazz Hop group which combines the lyricism of Markus B with a crew of top notch musicians from diverse genres. Their sounds are influenced by classic hip hop artists like Common, Mos Def, and MF Doom in addition to a wide array of modern jazz and neo soul sounds (Braxton Cook, Robert Glasper to name a few).

The core band is comprised of MARKUS B (MC), NICK HANSON (sax), DERMOT O'HALLORAN (sax), LUIS AGUILLON, ANTHONY MANONGSONG (bass), EIJI TAY (Drums).

Don’t miss this incredibly lively jazz-hop band!

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Glenn Marais & The Mojo Train
Jan
25
to Jan 26

Glenn Marais & The Mojo Train

Glenn Marais and the Mojo Train are a blues rock band known for their powerful and dynamic sound with their music taking listeners on a journey through the Mississippi Delta, with stops at Detroit, Motown, and the funky sounds of Philadelphia. With their unique styles deeply rooted in the blues, the band's original compositions are a testament to their exceptional musical talents. The band believes in giving back to their community and currently run their own non-profit MusicCan that provides instruments and lessons to underserved youth in Canada and are currently sponsoring music programs in two YRDSB schools with plans to expand. The band’s motto is Give to Live and over the years they have continually supported the Food Bank, Starlight Children’s Foundation, Blue Door Shelters and have raised over 100 000 for The Stephen Lewis Foundation.

The band is comprised of Juno-nominated songwriter GLENN MARAIS on guitar and vocals, bassist MANNY DE GRANDIS - leader of the Maples, The Toronto Blues Society House Band, keyboardist JESSE KARWAT, keyboardist for Canadian Rock Legends, I Mother Earth, and renowned drummer JEFF SAULNIER. Known for their love of playing and jamming, Glenn Marais and the Mojo Train have a knack for taking songs in new and exciting directions. The band are releasing their new record, Red, Hot and Blue this March and recently made it to the semi-finals of the International Blues Challenge in Memphis, Tennessee.

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No Name Band
Jan
9

No Name Band

A special night as some of our cherished open mic virtuosos unite to celebrate their 1-year band anniversary. Come celebrate this incredible collaboration of young artists who are just a blast to watch. R&B and pop covers with a funky flair.

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Jesse Karwat and the Coin Collection
Jan
3
to Jan 4

Jesse Karwat and the Coin Collection

This group brings you the sweet funky soul beats that can’t help but get you moving and grooving. From classic R&B and soul to modern funk the mix will amaze you. Jesse Karwat’s voice and keyboard playing keeps the crowd in awe and his band in the groove.

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DJ Alister Johnson
Dec
6
to Dec 7

DJ Alister Johnson

Incredibly dynamic producer, remixer and DJ mixing up disco, funk, R&B, hip-hop and more. Alister has an affinity for pairing new and old music, creating sounds that can’t help but provide energy for your body and soul. 

IG: DJ ALISTER JOHNSON

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