Upcoming Events

• Full bar, cocktails, beer, wine + drink specials
• 2 Drink Minimum
• 21+ Only
• Like most comedy clubs there is a two drink minimum to help support the bar/wait staff

About The Function: Introducing The Function, a vibrant addition to the city's entertainment scene, where laughter reigns supreme and every night is a celebration of comedic brilliance. Situated in the heart of Hayes Valley in San Francisco, this dynamic BLACK OWNED comedy club is poised to redefine entertainment with its electric atmosphere, top-notch talent lineup, adorned with colorful murals, cozy seating arrangements, and a stage that beckons performers to unleash their comedic prowess..

Crime and comedy collide in San Francisco's most daring and unique event: Comedy's Most Wanted: Comedians with Criminal Records, brought to you by HellaFunny.Prepare for a night of laughter and lawlessness as we unveil the Bay Area's top professional comics who've had run-ins with the law and turned their wild stories into side-splitting comedy at SF's newest BLACK-OWNED comedy club, The FunctionBrace yourselves for an ever-changing lineup of local legends and surprise guests who've conquered the stage at Cobbs, Punch Line, Crazy Funny Asians, Thrive City, and festivals like SF Sketchfest, Clusterfest, and Outside Lands
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Comedians with Criminal Records / LIVEWhat kind of jaw-dropping stories can you expect? Buckle up, because each show is a unique ride through the wild world of criminal comedy! You might hear about disastrous booty calls, nude-driving arrests, police impersonators, or even the foot chase of the century led by one sneaky comedian.

• Full bar, cocktails, beer, wine + drink specials
• 2 Drink Minimum
• 21+ Only
• Like most comedy clubs there is a two drink minimum to help support the bar/wait staff

Prepare for a comedic powerhouse like no other with 'Black LAUGHS Matter,' a riotous showcase featuring some of the sharpest minds and quickest comedy wits in the game – all under one roof - at the Bay Area's first black-owned comedy club.

Join us for a night of uproarious laughter and unapologetic humor as these talented black comedians take center stage, serving up a deliciously diverse array of jokes, stories, and observations that will have you rolling in the aisles. 'Black LAUGHS Matter' celebrates the rich tapestry of black comedians in all its glory.

• Full bar, cocktails, beer, wine + drink specials
• 21+ Only
• 2 Drink Minimum
• Like most comedy clubs there is a two drink minimum to help support the bar/wait staff

The popular weekly comedy show with some of the Bay Area's funniest Asian comics is back live and in person every Friday & Saturday night at The Function - SF's newest comedy club.

Inspired by the blockbuster movie, see some of the Bay Area's top comedians at San Francisco's Crazy Funny Asians comedy showcase! Let's celebrate the Bay's Asian-American culture and heritage with laughs.

Crazy Funny Asians / Comedy Lineup
Hosted by K. Cheng (NBC's Stand Up for Diversity, Khmers of Comedy, Host SF Chinese New Year Parade Pre-Show)

Every week is a new lineup. Here are some of our favorites you might see...
- Jeen Yee-Tommy Ts
- Chris Posadas-Tommy Ts
- Shawn Felipe-WorldAsia TV, Sprint Comedy
- Nicole Tran- Tommy T’s
- Ryan Chan- Opened for Earthquake
- Moon Choe- SF Sketchfest
- Andrew Orofolo-SF Punchline
Plus many more

• Full bar, cocktails, beer, wine + drink specials
• 2 Drink Minimum
• 21+ Only
• Like most comedy clubs there is a two drink minimum to help support the bar/wait staff

• Full bar, cocktails, beer, wine + drink specials
• 2 Drink Minimum
• 21+ Only
• Like most comedy clubs there is a two drink minimum to help support the bar/wait staff

Welcome to 'Rush Hour Comedy Night' where laughter knows no bounds and cultural collisions are the name of the game. Join our dynamic duo of hilarious black and Asian comedians as they navigate the twists and turns of life, love, and everything in between, all while delivering punchlines faster than rush hour traffic – all under one roof - at the Bay Area's first black-owned comedy club.

Join our dynamic duo of black and Asian comedians as they embark on a whirlwind adventure through the streets of humor, weaving together their diverse backgrounds and comedic chops to deliver a show that's as unpredictable as rush hour traffic.

• Full bar, cocktails, beer, wine + drink specials
• 21+ Only
• Like most comedy clubs there is a two drink minimum to help support the bar/wait staff

The robot revolution is upon us, and they've infiltrated the world of comedy! Join us for "Laugh GPT," the AI-powered comedy show that might just be humanity's last stand-up hurrah.As artificial intelligence advances, who knows how long our human comedians will be able to hold their ground? At this unique event, our talented comedians have bravely enlisted the help of a joke-cracking AI to deliver an unforgettable night of laughter.Who is funnier? The Humans or our AI-powered Robot? The audience will attempt to determine who is funniest – humanity's fate rests in your hands!

• Full bar, cocktails, beer, wine + drink specials
• 2 Drink Minimum
• 21+ Only
• Like most comedy clubs there is a two drink minimum to help support the bar/wait staff

Join Us for Two Nights of Unforgettable Comedy with one of the fastest-rising stars in comedy!

Don't miss this special two night headliner showcase by the one and only Niles Abston!

Headliner: Niles Abston
Catch one of comedy’s fastest-rising stars in an intimate setting at The Function, San Francisco’s new Black-owned comedy club, for two nights only on December 13 & 14. A stand-up comedian and writer for FX's hit series Dave, Niles recently headlined at the Netflix Is a Joke Comedy Festival, debuting his latest hour-long special. Known for his viral Comedy Central projects and featured as a "Comedian You Should Know" by Vulture, Niles is bringing his sharp, fearless humor to SF.

Now is chance to see this incredible talent up close and personal in an intimate setting, right here at SF's first-ever black-owned comedy club for the very first time.

NILES ABSTON LIVE AT THE FUNCTION (TWO-NIGHTS-ONLY)

Date: Friday & Saturday, December 13-14, 2024

Comedy Lineup:
Enjoy a rare SF appearance by Niles Albon as part of a 70+ minute show with 4-5 comics on the bill with credits like Cobbs, Punchline, SF Sketchfest, Clusterfest and Outside Lands.

Showtimes:

• 7 PM + 9 PM - Niles Abston + Friends

Warning: Seats are limited, and this is a rare opportunity to see Niles Abston up close and personal. Grab your tickets NOW and be part of comedy history in the making!

Like all things in life, the comedy lineup is subject to change.

• Full bar, cocktails, beer, wine + drink specials
  
• 21+ Only
• Like most comedy clubs there is a two drink minimum to help support the bar/wait staff
• Credit / Debit / Mobile payments accepted - Please note the venue is cashless