Professors of Funk Friends & Family Christmas Special

Professors of Funk Friends & Family Christmas Special

Simcoe Street United Church
66 Simcoe St. S. • Oshawa, ON

Doors Open: 6:30PM
Show Starts: 7:30PM
All Ages

Featuring: The Professors of Funk

Ticket Options

Event type: All Ages

General Admission- Winter Wonderland (Ages: 0-110)

$25.00 +Fees
🎟️ Winter Wonderland Seating 🎟️
Step into the magic! All general admission tickets grant access to our Winter Wonderland seating—whether you cozy up on the main floor or take in the festive glow from the loft above.
✨ General Admission seating is unreserved and first come, first served, so arrive early to claim your perfect perch for the holiday groove. Every spot is part of the celebration—no matter where you land, you'll be surrounded by music, joy, and community spirit.
Let the funk guide you to your seat—and let the season begin!

Balcony Priority- Reindeer's-Eye View (Ages: 0-110)

$50.00 +Fees
🦌 Loft Seating – Reindeer's-Eye View 🦌
Soar above the holiday magic with reserved front-row loft seating along the second-storey balcony—your perfect perch for a panoramic view of the funk, the festivities, and the full house below.
This elevated experience offers a cozy vantage point for those who love to take it all in from above.
🎶 Please note: Loft seating is not accessible and requires climbing one flight of stairs.
Whether you're channeling your inner reindeer or just love a bird's-eye view of the groove, this spot is pure seasonal sparkle.

Floor Priority- Santa's Workshop (Ages: 0-110)

$50.00 +Fees
🎅 Santa's Workshop – Floor Priority Seating 🎅
Step into the heart of the holiday magic with Santa's Workshop seating—reserved spots near the front of the stage, where the festive energy is buzzing and the funk is handcrafted with care.
From this cozy corner of the concert, you'll be close enough to see every joyful detail—just like one of Santa's elves watching the magic unfold.
🎶 No need to scramble—your seat is reserved, your view is stellar, and the celebration is ready to begin.
Let the music wrap you up like a ribbon on a gift and enjoy the show from the merriest seats in the house!

Premium Floor- The Nice List (Ages: 0-110)

$100.00 +Fees
🎅 Santa's Nice List – Premium Front Row Floor Seating 🎅
You've made the list—and it's the best seat in the house!
Nestled right at the front of the floor, Santa's Nice List seating puts you so close you'll catch the twinkle in the singer's eye and the button noses of the band as they bring the funk, the joy, and the holiday magic to life.
✨ These premium spots are reserved for those who love to be in the heart of the action—where the music moves you and the spirit of the season is felt in every note.
Treat yourself (or someone special) to the full festive experience. You've earned it.

Premium Balcony-Rudolph's Runway (Ages: 0-110)

$100.00 +Fees
🦌 Rudolph's Runway – Premium Front Row Loft Seating 🦌
Lead the sleigh from above with Rudolph's Runway—our premium front-row loft seating that offers a dazzling, elevated view of the entire holiday spectacle.
Perched along the second-storey balcony, you'll enjoy the show from the same perspective as the most famous reindeer of all—clear sightlines, twinkling lights, and all the musical magic below.
🎶 Please note: This seating is not accessible and requires one flight of stairs.
For those who love a little altitude with their attitude, Rudolph's Runway is the perfect place to sparkle.

Accessible Seating-Sleigh Ride Seating (Ages: 0-110)

$25.00 +Fees
🛷 Sleigh Ride Seating – Wheelchair Accessible Spaces 🛷
Hop aboard the holiday magic with Sleigh Ride Seating—our welcoming spaces designed for comfort and togetherness.
These wheelchair accessible spots offer a clear view of the stage and are reserved to ensure everyone can enjoy the Professors of Funk Christmas Special in style.
🎶 The row directly behind is set aside for companions, so your sleigh team stays together for the ride.
🎄 Enter smoothly via our at-grade accessible entrance on Debwewin Miikan (formerly Bagot Street), where friendly ushers will guide you to your seat.
Because every sleigh needs all its reindeer—and every guest deserves a joyful journey.
♿Simcoe Street United Church was built in 1867 and doorways are narrower than standard. Please reach out in advance with access questions and concerns. info@backdoormission.ca
  • Balcony Priority- Reindeer's-Eye View
    $50.00 +Fees

    🦌 Loft Seating – Reindeer's-Eye View 🦌 Soar above the holiday magic with reserved front-row loft seating along the second-storey balcony—your perfect perch for a panoramic view of the funk, the festivities, and the full house below. This elevated experience offers a cozy vantage point for those who love to take it all in from above. 🎶 Please note: Loft seating is not accessible and requires climbing one flight of stairs. Whether you're channeling your inner reindeer or just love a bird's-eye view of the groove, this spot is pure seasonal sparkle.

  • Floor Priority- Santa's Workshop
    $50.00 +Fees

    🎅 Santa's Workshop – Floor Priority Seating 🎅 Step into the heart of the holiday magic with Santa's Workshop seating—reserved spots near the front of the stage, where the festive energy is buzzing and the funk is handcrafted with care. From this cozy corner of the concert, you'll be close enough to see every joyful detail—just like one of Santa's elves watching the magic unfold. 🎶 No need to scramble—your seat is reserved, your view is stellar, and the celebration is ready to begin. Let the music wrap you up like a ribbon on a gift and enjoy the show from the merriest seats in the house!

  • Premium Floor- The Nice List
    $100.00 +Fees

    🎅 Santa's Nice List – Premium Front Row Floor Seating 🎅 You've made the list—and it's the best seat in the house! Nestled right at the front of the floor, Santa's Nice List seating puts you so close you'll catch the twinkle in the singer's eye and the button noses of the band as they bring the funk, the joy, and the holiday magic to life. ✨ These premium spots are reserved for those who love to be in the heart of the action—where the music moves you and the spirit of the season is felt in every note. Treat yourself (or someone special) to the full festive experience. You've earned it.

  • Premium Balcony-Rudolph's Runway
    $100.00 +Fees

    🦌 Rudolph's Runway – Premium Front Row Loft Seating 🦌 Lead the sleigh from above with Rudolph's Runway—our premium front-row loft seating that offers a dazzling, elevated view of the entire holiday spectacle. Perched along the second-storey balcony, you'll enjoy the show from the same perspective as the most famous reindeer of all—clear sightlines, twinkling lights, and all the musical magic below. 🎶 Please note: This seating is not accessible and requires one flight of stairs. For those who love a little altitude with their attitude, Rudolph's Runway is the perfect place to sparkle.

  • Accessible Seating-Sleigh Ride Seating
    $25.00 +Fees

    🛷 Sleigh Ride Seating – Wheelchair Accessible Spaces 🛷 Hop aboard the holiday magic with Sleigh Ride Seating—our welcoming spaces designed for comfort and togetherness. These wheelchair accessible spots offer a clear view of the stage and are reserved to ensure everyone can enjoy the Professors of Funk Christmas Special in style. 🎶 The row directly behind is set aside for companions, so your sleigh team stays together for the ride. 🎄 Enter smoothly via our at-grade accessible entrance on Debwewin Miikan (formerly Bagot Street), where friendly ushers will guide you to your seat. Because every sleigh needs all its reindeer—and every guest deserves a joyful journey. ♿Simcoe Street United Church was built in 1867 and doorways are narrower than standard. Please reach out in advance with access questions and concerns. info@backdoormission.ca

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Add a Donation to the Back Door Mission

Add a Donation to the Back Door Mission

$25
$25.00 +Fees

Poinsettia Decor

Thank you for helping us decorate the sanctuary. You may collect your poinsettia after the show.

Poinsettia Decor
$15.00 +Fees

Event type: All Ages

🎄✨ It’s the most funk-tastic time of the year! ✨🎄
The Professors of Funk Friends & Family Christmas Special is BACK—and it’s bigger, bolder, and brighter than ever!

Since 2014, this beloved annual concert in support of Back Door Mission has become a glittering gem in Oshawa and Durham’s holiday crown. And this December, we’re lighting up the season once again with soul, sparkle, and community spirit.

🎷🎤 The Professors of Funk—a 9-piece powerhouse and one of the region’s premiere musical ensembles—return to the stunning, historic Simcoe Street United Church (est. 1867), joined by special guests for a show that promises to dazzle, delight, and dance its way into your holiday memories.

🌺 Add a little extra joy at checkout:
🎁 Purchase a poinsettia from VanDerMeer’s Nursery to pick up after the show
🎁 Or donate the price of a seat to share the magic and support Back Door Mission

🎟️ Early-bird tickets are on sale now! Prices go up two weeks before the show—don’t miss your chance to lock in the cheer.

💫 Let’s make this year’s celebration the brightest yet. Music, memories, and mission—all wrapped up in one unforgettable night.

Accessibility notes:

  • Main entrance (Simcoe Street) has stairs
  • Accessible entrance at-grade via Debwewin Miikan (formerly Bagot Street)
  • Ushers will guide guests to accessible seating
  • Companion seating is reserved directly behind accessible spaces
  • For accommodations, please email: info@backdoormission.ca

Parking: Public street parking, Please do not park in St. George's lot. Please choose public parking, we want to stay on the nice list with our neighbours.

Event Link: More Info

Donation Link: Learn More



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This event is part of the following series:

Professors of Funk Friends & Family Christmas Special Series

December 17, 2025 - December 18, 2025

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Professors of Funk Friends & Family Christmas Special

Professors of Funk Friends & Family Christmas Special will be at Simcoe Street United Church in Oshawa, ON on Wednesday, December 17, 2025.Doors Open at 6:30PM EST, and the Show Starts at 7:30PM EST. Professors of Funk Friends & Family Christmas Special includes The Professors of Funk. Simcoe Street United Church is located at 66 Simcoe St. S., Oshawa, ON.

Cutoff is Wednesday, December 17, 2025 4:29 pm EST unless it sells out earlier.

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