Q: Where is Vinoy Park?

A: Vinoy Park is in downtown St. Petersburg, near the marina and the Vinoy Rennaisance Resort. Overlooking the pier, the park is bordered by a playground, the beach and provides wide-open spaces with unobstructed views. Click here for directions.

Q: My child is 3 years old, do I have to buy him a seperate ticket?

A: No, children 3 years or younger get into Funk Fest for free. 4 years old and over must have a ticket to enter the concert.

Q:  What are the different levels of preferred/VIP seating?

A:  There are 3 different levels:

Preferred - theater style seating (we provide the chairs only; no tables) This area  is behind the VIP area.

VIP - reserved table seating, there is a cash bar and food available in that area.

Platinum VIP - reserved table seating, 1 free drink ticket and 1 meal ticket per day.

Q: When is the actual showtime?

A: Friday night, gates open at 5pm and the show starts at 6pm. On Saturday, gates open at 4pnm and the show kicks off at 5pm!

Q:  What if it rains on the day of the show?

A:  This is a rain or shine event.  Come prepared, but know that for everyone's safety, umbrellas aren't allowed.


Q:  What items are prohibited?

A:  No tents, grills, umbrellas, bags larger than 12x12, outside food/beverages or video cameras.  For everyone's safety, all bags, packages, and containers are subject to inspection.


Q:  So, what can I bring?

A:  Bring youself, a positive attitude and be ready to have a good time! There will be plently of options for food and beverage once you get to the park.


Q:  Is there seating?

A:  The VIP section of the festival does have a LIMITED amount of seating available, however, for general ticket holders, there is no built-in seating.  We recommend brining along a portable lawn chair or blanket.


Q:  Where do we park?

A: Since the venue is located in a downtown area, there is no specific parking lot we recommend, however there are plenty of options around – city garages (with regular trolly services to the park), The Pier parking, street-side parking, and private parking operators.  Just be sure to check for any parking restrictions so you don’t get towed!


Q:  What's the re-entry policy?

A: Funk Fest Tampa Bay has a no re-entry policy.  If you leave the venue and wish to re-enter, you will be required to purchase an new ticket, subject to ticket availability.

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