Rent a art show space in Downtown Oakland, Oakland, CA

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A modern office space features multiple workstations arranged in a bright room with large windows and exposed brick walls.
from$150/hr
Rustic & Modern Event/Off-site Space

Downtown Oakland, CA

4.8(5)
Venue capacity icon50

Event Space Loft

This is a gorgeous loft style office space in historic Old Oakland. It is 1,219 square feet and has ample space with multiple desks, meeting room space, kitchen, lounge area, and more. This space does not currently have internet. Please note we cannot book more...
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A gallery wall featuring several portraits of women, each depicted in different artistic styles, set against a green wall illuminated with purple lighting.
from$111/hr
Downtown Wellness Retreat Loft inside of Crystal Store

Downtown Oakland, CA

Venue capacity icon100

Retail Space

Our event space is a place where you can receive lots of healing energy, harmony and light. Colorful lights and a chakra painted stairwell lead up to a magical oasis on the top floor of our crystal store. The space offers natural lighting as well as...
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A spacious outdoor area filled with circular tables and white chairs, surrounded by tents and buildings.
from$170/hr
Huge Blank Canvas Event Space in Oakland

Downtown Oakland, CA

Venue capacity icon700

Event Space

This is our huge event space that is a blank canvas- perfect for your next event. It can comfortably fit 700 people standing and 300 people seated. You are welcome to bring your own food & beverages. Events that have more than 50+ people will...
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A brightly lit art gallery featuring colorful paintings on the walls and a spacious wooden floor.
from$150/hr
Creative Space in Downtown Oakland

Downtown Oakland, CA

4.7(10)
Venue capacity icon75

Gallery

A fully customizable space in Downtown Oakland that serves as an art gallery, and event space. This space allows for various different styles of meetings and gatherings, movie screenings and performances, and the perfect place for networking workshops...
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A circular arrangement of black folding chairs is set up in an art gallery adorned with various colorful artworks on the walls.
from$100/hr
Telegraph Suite: Beautiful Gallery Suite with Natural lighting

Downtown Oakland, CA

4.4(19)
Venue capacity icon75

Event Space

1500 sq ft space, that can accommodate multiple purposes including private meetings, workshops, trainings, conferences, exhibits, and events. This Gallery space is a self contained suite, offering even more privacy for groups that require exclusive space for a long session. /// ROOM INCLUDES /// • 6 rolling 5-ft...
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A large crowd gathers on a rooftop overlooking the Oakland theater and street below.
from$250/hr
Beautiful Rooftop Deck & Modern Gallery Suite

Downtown Oakland, CA

5.0(1)
Venue capacity icon200

Event Space

Beautiful gallery and event space for team "off-sites", workshops, receptions, conferences, exhibits, and parties. Rotating art series professionally installed as well as unique colorful stools to match almost any color theme. Plenty of windows and access to separate adjoining roof deck event space for an...
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An empty office space features several desks with green and orange office chairs arranged around the room.
from$125/hr
International Suite: Large Event Space & Gallery

Downtown Oakland, CA

4.7(16)
Venue capacity icon200

Event Space

2000 sq ft space, that can accommodate multiple purposes including private meetings, workshops, trainings, conferences, exhibits, and events. This Gallery space is a self contained suite, offering even more privacy for groups that require exclusive space for a long session. A portable projector and screen...
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A modern bar area features a marble countertop, white stools with gold legs, and a shelf lined with various bottles of liquor and wine.
from$650/hr
Downtown Wine Bar and Lounge with a Modern and Minimalist Design

Downtown Oakland, CA

Venue capacity icon75

Wine Bar

...hosting network mixer events, private events such as birthday parties/bridal showers/baby showers, small live venue for live performances and spoken word, art showing in a gallery style, and non-profits organizations event mixers, corporate luncheons, team building meet-ups, and multi-use concept. Our layout...
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A cozy lounge area features several modern chairs and tables, with a wall-mounted artwork in the background.
from$200/hr
Downtown Retro Vinyl Record Cocktail bar and Art Gallery

Downtown Oakland, CA

4.8(12)
Venue capacity icon40

Cocktail Lounge

...The space can comfortably accommodate parties of 30 - 40 people, depending on seating requirements. Great for birthday parties, art shows and parties. The space features a full bar, turntables, art, plug and play projector system, all nestled inside a beautiful retro style. The space can...
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A spacious art gallery with colorful paintings on white walls, modern seating in the center, and large windows letting in natural light.
from$175/hr
Broadway Gallery: Beautiful Downtown Event Venue with Natural Lighting

Downtown Oakland, CA

5.0(2)
Venue capacity icon150

Event Venue

A large open retail floor space with natural light accommodates events and conferences of all size and varieties. This space is setup as a gallery as well with beautiful art from local artists, providing a colorful backdrop for your meeting or event. Features street level...
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FLUID510 Image in Downtown Oakland, Oakland, CA
from$125/hr
FLUID510

Downtown Oakland, CA

5.0(1)
Venue capacity icon250

Event Space

FLUID510 is a 5,000 square foot event venue perfect for dance parties, Corporate parties, weddings, non-profit fundraisers, brunch and more. We are downtown Oakland's destination for all things fun. Due to the "fluidity" of our venue, events can be for a few people or as...
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Reviews for art show spaces

Brittany H.
Thrive Cafe
Alliyah is wonderful and her space is absolutely beautiful! I hosted an art show, and the beautiful cafe space was all that I wanted. Lots of color, gorgeous interior design, and easy to access. Alliyah was responsive & communicated throughout the entire process. All of my guests & vendors talked about how...
Jasalyn T.
Spacious East Van Studio and Gallery
Great space with ample parking and clean and bright gallery space. It was perfect for my art show
Tomas J.
Pop Up Gallery and Event Space in SOMA
Laura was great to work with and very communicative. My art show was great thanks to little raven gallery
Salina N.
The Nellie Rose #2 | Downtown, Modern-industrial Event Space With Natural Light and Indoor Bar
My booking experience with Nellie Rose was efficient, smooth and reliable. The space was wonderful and just as advertised, making my art show a complete hit. Nellie and her team was easy to contact, definitely would book again in the future...
Lashea B.
DTLA Event Space
Ryan was a great host! He made sure to accommodate our needs for my art show event very well. Everyone loved the space and it was perfect for my event. I will def book again...
Darien R.
Multi-room Creative Studio Event Space with Seamless Backdrops
The Guest House ATL exceeded all expectations for our sold-out art show “22 Shades Of Art”! The space was immaculate, versatile, and created the perfect atmosphere for a memorable evening. Highly recommend for anyone looking to host an event in a unique, stylish venue! Shout out to the amazing...
Lorina B.
Beautiful Art Gallery - Blocks from the Liberty Bell
The best space for the art shows, exhibitions and events , very kind host and comfortable place
Paul P.
Major Gallery in Chelsea Art district
The day of art work exhibition was quite hectic but we made it so far. Gallery owners were very supportive. The place itself has pros and cons. The elevators works only till 6pm - 7pm. The space is not easy to find for quests who are not familiar with...
Lori N.
Modern Gallery in Historic Downtown Area
The space and hosts were simply wonderful. Logistics, leading up to the event were effortless. And the art on exhibit inspiring providing the perfect environment for a joyous celebration. I look forward to hosting and attending events there again soon...
Adrian V.
Art Gallery/Retail Space In Williamsburg, Brooklyn
This space is great to use for an art gallery scene or even if you want to host an art show. David the owner is a kind and a great person and thanks for allowing us to use your space...
Emily H.
100 year old renovated church event space
This space was fantastic for our needs--putting on a semi-formal art show--and Troy and his whole family were there to help us every step of the way. Truly a remarkable space with helpful stewards beyond compare! They were super informative, flexible, and caring through the entire process...
Maria K F.
Roomy Urban Workspace
We transformed this lovely community space into an art show gallery. With the outdoor patio in the back, we were able to spread out and create different spaces — a quiet place to look at art, and a social space where we played music, had food, and kids could even run...
Pam M.
Conveniently Located Warehouse with Wood Beam Ceiling
What a fantastic space for an art show! It was well lit, airy, and had ample space for 60 paintings. Appreciate Laura and team creating this space to foster community in Oakland. Bonus, it's catty corner to the Temescal Farmers Market so we got some foot traffic from there...
Rachel J.
Street Level Multi-Use Presentation and Meeting Space
access, and the beautiful community garden. Johnsons Personnel, HCT CPAs and Luxury of Zen Galleria is excited to partner with CFBI again for future art shows and networking events, knowing we’ll be in excellent hands. Thank you, Rachel G. Johnson...
Robert O.
Seven House Gallery, Event Space
and have very clear communication on all of the details for the space. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a beautiful space for an art show of any sort...
Adina R.
The Studio At The Beach
event flow and were visually pleasing. Guests raved about the direct on the sand boardwalk access and breathtaking ocean views, along w the art collection exhibited throughout and the eccentric furnishings and fun decor touches. Thanks guys for making us shine with such a fabulous home to procure...
Chana T.
Amazing Production Space - Tent at the Rescue
helping me carry all my gear and set up lights onsite. This tent is a great community space used for many things regularly including art shows, yoga, massage, and group events. I could FEEL the welcoming vibe immediately! Troy was super helpful about clearing tables and chairs out of the...
Reginald A.
Converted factory loft space with NYC vibes for your next celebration
hosted my True Life art show in this space, and it was an incredible experience! The loft was clean, vibrant, and had the perfect energy to bring my vision to life. The aesthetics were not only visually stunning but also incredibly comforting, creating a naturally uplifting and soothing vibe for...
Aiyi C.
New York Style Industrial Vintage Loft with Powerful AC
very friendly and helpful host, had a great art work exhibit experience there
Kyle O.
Large Photo Studio and Event Space within an Industrial Staging + Prop Warehouse
was absolutely amazing! I was able to fit in all of my guests and more. the ambience of the space was perfect for our art show and performances. The hosts were so accommodating I was blown away. I had so many questions and they were always happy to provide answers...