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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 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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A spacious commercial kitchen area featuring a seating table, workstations, storage shelves, and a service counter.
from$150/hr
Downtown Event Space with Huge Windows and Bar

Downtown Oakland, CA

Venue capacity icon75

Event Space

...easily transformed to suit your event. The on-site bar with a prep area, sink, refrigerator, and counters is perfect for serving cocktails, hors d'oeuvres, and displaying decorative cakes or desserts. You'll also have access to connections with high-end caterers, party rental...
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Bay View Skyline Event Space Image in Downtown Oakland, Oakland, CA
from$1,000/hr
Bay View Skyline Event Space

Downtown Oakland, CA

Venue capacity icon80

Event Space

...the San Francisco Bay Area. This sophisticated venue comfortably accommodates 50 seated guests or 80 standing, making it the perfect choice for cocktail parties, intimate gatherings, and special celebrations. Elevate your event with unparalleled ambiance and style...
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couchdate - Vintage HiFi Bar + Community Space in the Heart of Oakland Image in Downtown Oakland, Oakland, CA
from$200/hr
couchdate - Vintage HiFi Bar + Community Space in the Heart of Oakland

Downtown Oakland, CA

Venue capacity icon80

Wine Bar

Enjoy a historical, landmark building in the heart of downtown Oakland. couchdate is a Hifi Bar + community space. Excellent for everything from private parties, book releases, and workshops, to dance parties, photo shoots, and so much more. Included with our space is - a...
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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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A colorful bar area with modern furniture, featuring neon signs and shelves filled with snacks.
from$175/hr
Baba's House

Downtown Oakland, CA

Venue capacity icon40

Event Space

Baba's House. ...floor. In addition, we feature a unique selection of Asian snacks, alcoholic & non-alcoholic offerings (beers, wines, sakes, seltzers, mocktails & low ABV cocktails). Everyone's welcomed, but good vibes only. LGTBQ+ Friendly // AAPI & Woman-Owned Layout (Can book each area separately):* - The Shack 485 SQ...
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Lakeview Historic Event Space with Balcony Image in Downtown Oakland, Oakland, CA
from$650/hr
Lakeview Historic Event Space with Balcony

Downtown Oakland, CA

Venue capacity icon150

Event Venue

...The historic theater foyer with a balcony overlooking Lake Merritt is ideal for standing cocktail receptions of up to 150, or seated events up to 60 guests. Perfect for anniversaries, birthdays, engagements, memorials, welcome receptions and small weddings. Cocktail tables, 36in rounds, 60in rounds, gold...
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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...
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Urban restaurant and bar with large windows and patio Image in Downtown Oakland, Oakland, CA
from$1,000/hr
Urban restaurant and bar with large windows and patio

Downtown Oakland, CA

Venue capacity icon60

Restaurant

...The Salty Pearl is a neighborhood oyster bar that specializes in seafood, natural wine and low abv cocktails. While our focus is on oysters and seafood we can prepare a wide variety of food for caterings and events. We have a great sound system and...
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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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Remodeled Downtown Bar & Lounge with Full Kitchen. Image in Downtown Oakland, Oakland, CA
from$150/hr
Remodeled Downtown Bar & Lounge with Full Kitchen.

Downtown Oakland, CA

Venue capacity icon150

Restaurant Lounge

...Full-service restaurant and bar with incredible sound system. Perfect for happy hours, dinner parties, birthdays, anniversaries, and more! Craft cocktails, unique menus, custom menu options served in this newly remodeled space. Antique and modern finishes combine for a truly unique atomosphere...
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Reviews for cocktail party venues

Deborah C.
Industrial Loft with Bright Natural Light
the windows to that beautiful view. Ebony left everything in detail and walked through everything I could possibly need. Looking forward to hosting a cocktail party once the pandemic is over...
Jc D.
Modern & open industrial space + lounge and patio
the spot, I knew it was instantly it. The space itself is so gorgeous, and requires little to decorate. It was perfect for a cocktail reception set-up. Saskia and Sara were so helpful and communicative through the lead-up to the event, and made sure all of my questions...
Lottie F.
Modern Loft-Style Event Gallery
Space was perfect! The hostess is lovely, available and flexible. Our guest really enjoyed the space. They provided some cocktail tables, appetizer plates, linens and glasses as promised. Thank you Diane...
Akshaya G.
SWAY - Amazing Urban Event Space with Beautiful Natural Light
past weekend. Adam was super responsive and helpful in the months leading up to the event and had a lot of rentals to offer (cocktail tables, speakers, mic, etc.) Will definitely consider using this space again for future events...
Amy M.
Elegant Uptown Lounge Bar
Beautiful space, delicious cocktails! Nathan was prompt with his responses, and professional in his attitude. We chose the miranda to host our 10 year high school reuinion. Nathan was flexible with us which was necessary because it was hard to get an accurate head count. I appreciate his patience. We...
Julie M.
Private Room in Sexy Cocktail Bar
had a great experience renting this space for my 30th birthday party. It has great vibes, it’s right by Bart, has delicious cocktails and easily accommodated 25-30 guests for the night. Cory was communicative and super helpful...
Josette M.
Downtown Retro Vinyl Record Cocktail bar and Art Gallery
space! Communication was easy, and the booking process was straightforward. They made sure I had everything I needed and went beyond in accommodations. The cocktail bar service was wonderful, as well as our bartender! I barely needed to decorate because the space is already awesome aesthetically and came with what...
Daniel O.
Beautiful Art Gallery - Blocks from the Liberty Bell
This is a great location for a cocktail party, reception, or (as in my case) birthday party. As long as you're not interested in throwing a raging party, this place could do nicely. They also let me choose which art would be hanging up which was a great touch...
Simin O.
Cozy Urban Winery in West Berkeley
plenty of parking on the street. The hosts were incredible and were there serving up delicious Tessier wine. We also brought our own beer, cocktails, and food that we were able to set up easily. We used the venue sound system for a few speeches and songs played on an...
Jen P.
Beautiful Intimate Event Venue
We had a great experience with this space. We held a 40th birthday cocktail party here, and we got a ton of compliments from guests about the space. It's beautiful and really well-maintained, and has all the amenities you would need for any type of event. The hosts...
Daniela S.
Industrial East Bay Warehouse
Simran was an incredible help all the time. The space was incredible. We had a small cocktail for around 90 people and they all complimented the space and the originality. I was very happy to have booked the space and since all our guests where international the hipster decorative theme...
Meagan S.
Intimate Patio Event Space
the beautiful space made everyone feel comfortable being together. It's easy to see how stunning it would be for an evening dinner or cocktail hour as well. I absolutely would book with them again and recommend you do the same...
Michele T.
Bar and Venue in Downtown Oakland
to order tacos. Ryan also made great recommendations for the bar offering we provided for our guest which included beer, wine, and 2 specialty cocktails. The entire experience with the Alice Collective was seamless. Great service, staff, and phenomena venue! I highly recommend this space for any event and will...
Mary T.
Intimate Patio Event Space
private, and really does feel like an oasis. I hosted a gathering for my partner that involved a sit down meal and a casual cocktail hour – this space worked for both. The bar area is functional and we rented the plates and utensils we needed. The hosts were very accommodating...
Carmel U.
Beautiful Intimate Event Venue
wonderful time holding our baby shower event here. The space is gorgeous and accommodated our party nicely. We brought in catered food and homemade cocktails. The venue included live edge wooden tables and plenty of seating. It was nice not to have to worry about bringing in seating for our...
Deactivated U.
Historic Beautiful Brick & Timber Industrial Loft w/ Breath-taking Skyline Views
This space is incredible and was perfect for our wedding reception...it's very true to the pictures and is even more impressive in person! We had about 140 guest cocktail style reception and there was plenty of space to dance and mingle with impressive city views, nice bathrooms, and...
Clarissa V.
Neighborhood Bar with Heated Enclosed Patio
my wife and I had this weekend. Dave and Kalaeb were exceptional with accommodating to our needs (as we were planning our little cocktail-style reception in a bit of a hurry). They even got the fire pit going! Fair pricing, excellent service, and a really intimate location. Thank you...
Lanie W.
Unique North Beach Gallery
My husband and I rented this space for our casual/intimate cocktail wedding reception with 60 guests last week and it was perfect! Andrew went above and beyond to ensure our reception went as planned. He was very communicative (via phone/text/email) and was very accommodating/flexible. He suggested reliable local vendors and...
Robyn W.
New Jewel Box District Bohemian Apartment
hosted a bridal shower here and everyone loved the place! Everything was as advertized and the space was perfect for the cocktail party vibe we were going for. The host was very responsive and readily available to answer any questions I had. I will definitely consider this space again for...
Nakia W.
Spacious Coffeehouse with Lake View
the day. This space was perfect because of the location (close to downtown), lots of tables and chairs, and a usable kitchen to make cocktails. They also allowed us to set up our step & repeat for pictures. The aesthetic was super cute, and all of our members were impressed with...