Bring on the Funk: Where the Arts Get Down
Thursday, October 29, 2026
5:30 PM “Get Up Offa That Thing” VIP Cocktail Party
the Asbury Hotel
7:00 PM Funkadelic Dinner Celebration
Asbury Lanes
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Attire: Funky Chic - Sequins Encouraged
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Guests will step into a full-throttle funk experience with immersive projections, bold visuals, and grooves that keep the energy high all night long. Inspired by the iconic sounds of Parliament-Funkadelic, Earth, Wind & Fire, Prince, Kool & the Gang, and Chaka Khan, the evening celebrates the vibrant rhythms, infectious grooves, and dance-floor energy that defined funk music. The night features a lineup of funky surprises, including a show-stopping James Brown impersonator bringing the Godfather of Soul to life. Beyond the music and spectacle, the evening celebrates the power of the arts to bring people together and energize the creative community.
SPONSORSHIP & ADVERTISING
Join Monmouth Arts for an unforgettable evening of bold visuals, soulful music, and funkadelic celebration at The Asbury Hotel and Asbury Lanes. Your sponsorship supports arts programming that brings creativity and community together all year long.
2025 HONOREES
Check out our Honoree video featuring Darlene Love, Knowledge Bennett, Ansell Grimm & Aaron P.C., Val Emmich, and Eileen Chapman. Discover how these renowned honorees champion the importance of the arts in Monmouth County. Special thanks to Nuculture for bringing this video to life.
Thank You to our Sponsors!
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