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A cozy sitting area featuring a green sofa, two light-colored armchairs, a wooden coffee table, and a potted plant, with large windows letting in natural light and exposed brick walls.
from$150/hr
Urban Loft Event/Off-Site Space

Downtown Oakland, CA

5.0(2)
Venue capacity icon50

Event Space Loft

...This is our beautiful urban loft space! With 2,661 square feet, you have the opportunity to transform into an event, coworking space, off-site, you name it. It has multiple desks to work with, couches, a full kitchen, and shared bathrooms. It does not...
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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. ...So this is a snack shop AND an event space?” Yes, indeed. We designed the space so that it can be an empty canvas for creativity. Want to perform with your own guest list? A dance party? Comedy night? Movie experience? Want a space to...
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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...
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A modern conference room features a large white table surrounded by gray chairs, with colorful artwork displayed on the walls and a green glass door leading to another space.
from$25/hr
Small Meeting Room Inside of Broadway Gallery

Downtown Oakland, CA

4.7(32)
Venue capacity icon8

Meeting Room

Quiet conference space that can accommodate multiple purposes including private meetings, workshops, and trainings. Perfect for video production or podcast recordings. Located on the first floor with access to natural light in the Broadway Gallery. Mostly white room with art deco white table...
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A nearly empty room with rows of chairs facing a stage, featuring a brick wall, and a lone person seated in the back.
from$125/hr
Event and Theater space 30 seconds from BART in Oakland.

Downtown Oakland, CA

5.0(2)
Venue capacity icon40

Black Box Theater

...stage. 40 chairs are available. LED overhead and theater lights are also available. The space has been used as a photo studio, event space, theater space and classroom. Total capacity is 49 people...
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Uptown Conference Room with Outdoor Area. Image in Downtown Oakland, Oakland, CA
from$150/hr
Uptown Conference Room with Outdoor Area.

Downtown Oakland, CA

5.0(1)
Venue capacity icon20

Co-working Workshop Space

Spacious conference room on the fourth floor, seating up to 20 people. Equipped with A/V setup and high-quality audio systems, it's ideal for meetings, presentations, and workshops. An adjacent outdoor area offers a refreshing space for breaks or informal discussions, ensuring comfort and productivity...
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A long conference table surrounded by ergonomic chairs is positioned in a well-lit meeting room with colorful artwork on the walls.
from$60/hr
MacArthur Meeting Room: Medium Sized Multi-Media Meeting Room

Downtown Oakland, CA

4.8(65)
Venue capacity icon16

Meeting Room

A large customizable conference room, perfect for small productions or meetings. /// ROOM INCLUDES /// • 6 rolling 5-ft tables & 2 crescent round table heads • 14 rolling chairs-- all of which are available for use. • Whiteboard wall /// ADDITIONAL AMENITIES /// • 50...
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A group of people mingles in an art gallery adorned with various artworks and a large sign that reads "EXPRESS & EDUCATE."
from$100/hr
Telegraph Suite: Beautiful Gallery Suite with Natural lighting

Downtown Oakland, CA

4.4(19)
Venue capacity icon75

Event Space

...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 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

...well in our space are podcast filming, YouTube or social media content creation and filming, movie set filming, wine tasting parties, corporate events, hosting network mixer events, private events such as birthday parties/bridal showers/baby showers, small live venue for live performances and spoken word, art...
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A conference room setup with several tables covered in white tablecloths, chairs arranged around them, and a projector displaying a "WELCOME" message on the wall.
from$95/hr
Family Paths Inc

Downtown Oakland, CA

5.0(44)
Venue capacity icon59

Workshop Space

Family Paths Inc. ...an affordable, accessible space for a workshop, meeting, family/group therapy, conference, presentation or reception? Are you involved in any in downtown Oakland event, and need a break-out space, or a temporary office for your group? Our newly renovated multi-use space is available for...
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A spacious art gallery featuring various paintings displayed on the white walls, with exposed brick on one side and polished wooden flooring.
from$150/hr
Downtown Gallery & Event Space

Downtown Oakland, CA

5.0(1)
Venue capacity icon100

Event Space

...Manning Gallery Suite: Gallery & Event Space A spacious retail floor space with natural light and brick accents accommodates events and conferences of all size and varieties. Features street level entry, hardwood floors, and access to other adjacent spaces for use as breakouts. A spacious retail...
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39th Floor Conference Room with 360 views of SF Bay Area Image in Downtown Oakland, Oakland, CA
from$200/hr
39th Floor Conference Room with 360 views of SF Bay Area

Downtown Oakland, CA

5.0(1)
Venue capacity icon19

Co-working Space Meeting Room

Exclusive conference room located on the 39th floor of our penthouse, seating up to 19 people. It features a stunning sky terrace with a 360-degree view—one side overlooking the San Francisco Bay and the other offering views of Lake Merritt. The room also includes a...
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Chic Event Space in historic Old Oakland Image in Downtown Oakland, Oakland, CA
from$250/hr
Chic Event Space in historic Old Oakland

Downtown Oakland, CA

Venue capacity icon180

Event Space

...historic neighborhood of tree lined and lit streets, paved-brick sidewalks and Victorian era architecture, Parliament offers a vibrant upscale and versatile event space to Old Oakland. Corporate, private and holiday events to photo, film and commercial shoots no event is too small. The intimate...
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A spacious room with rows of black chairs facing a projector screen and a laptop on a table in the foreground.
from$95/hr
Modern Off-site Meeting & Conference Space Office

Downtown Oakland, CA

4.7(3)
Venue capacity icon25

Event Space

...fully stacked fridge with water, sparkling water, and ice, etc. It can be used to store your food and drinks for your event + Access to a separate board room - excellent for doing break-out sessions + Outside food and drinks are allowed ADDITIONAL SERVICES We recommend...
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A row of metal chairs is lined up in a brightly lit, industrial-style room filled with shelves of boxes.
from$300/hr
All-Playable Video Game Museum with Two Floors and a Meeting/Surround Sound Screening Area

Downtown Oakland, CA

Venue capacity icon100

Museum

...floors— a bottom floor that houses an all-playable video game exhibit space, and a loft area for both storage and community events. The all-playable video game exhibit space contains close to 20 systems with ranging from the original Pong all the way up...
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A music studio is filled with instruments, sound equipment, and decorative plants, featuring a carpet in the center.
from$100/hr
Unique Event Studio with Full Sound System

Downtown Oakland, CA

5.0(4)
Venue capacity icon65

Studio

...Space Non-profit organizations receive a 10% discount. Bookings exceeding 5 hours will have a 5% discount on the total amount. For events with more than 50 attendees, an additional fee applies. Please inquire for details. (Note: Standard variable rates apply based on the day...
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Brooklyn Loft-Esque Event Space for Creatives, Community-Driven Initiatives Image in Downtown Oakland, Oakland, CA
from$300/hr
Brooklyn Loft-Esque Event Space for Creatives, Community-Driven Initiatives

Downtown Oakland, CA

5.0(1)
Venue capacity icon200

Event Space

...driven efforts. Complete with a kitchen, cyclorama photo wall, surround-sound speakers - our beautiful brick home would love to host your next event, photoshoot, or party here. We will get back to you as soon as we can about scheduling your event and a walkthrough...
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An industrial-style workspace featuring a central concrete pillar, string lights overhead, and a mix of red chairs and desks against the walls.
from$95/hr
PK Studios

Downtown Oakland, CA

4.9(102)
Venue capacity icon50

Event Space

PK Studios. ...and many others. If you have any specific requirements or questions, feel free to reach out. We're committed to making your event exceptional at PK Studios...
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A spacious room with wooden flooring, featuring a colorful mural on one wall and mirrored surfaces reflecting the interior.
from$50/hr
Natural Light Studio and Dance/Yoga/Rehearsal Hall

Downtown Oakland, CA

4.9(17)
Venue capacity icon30

Dance Studio

...feet each. Studio comes with its own private ADA bathroom and also has access to the building's restrooms for larger events. For additional fees, we have theatrical lights, speakers, and a light and soundboard to produce a more polished performance or event...
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A long conference table with white mesh chairs is set up in a brightly lit room featuring exposed wooden beams and concrete walls.
from$60/hr
Jacobs Suite: Modern Industrial Chic Conference Room

Downtown Oakland, CA

4.9(20)
Venue capacity icon12

Conference Room

Beautiful multipurpose room for private meetings, workshops, trainings, or conferences. Large windows open, allowing for natural light and air along with a view of the historic Fox Theater. Located on the bustling downtown Oakland street, which has a plethora of food options...
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An indoor golf simulation facility with a carpeted area for practice on one side and tables and chairs along the opposite wall.
from$400/hr
Fore Your Next Event: Indoor Golf Extravaganza

Downtown Oakland, CA

Venue capacity icon75

Event Venue

...experience like no other. With its cutting-edge technology and meticulously designed space, it's the ideal destination for golf enthusiasts and event planners alike. The facility boasts a stunning, spacious interior that exudes sophistication, making it the perfect setting for corporate events, team-building...
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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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A large conference room features a wooden table surrounded by white chairs, with large windows offering a view of the cityscape.
from$89/hr
14-Person Conference Room with view of Lake Merritt

Downtown Oakland, CA

4.9(31)
Venue capacity icon14

Conference Room

...the lobby. The Fox Theater and Paramount Theatre of the Arts are both just minutes away and offer concerts, speakers, and other events. AMENITIES: •TV Screen •View •Interior •Water Service •WiFi-Wireless Internet Connection •Professional receptionists to greet guests PARKING Mon-Fri 7am-8:30pm...
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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...
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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

...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 with...
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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

...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 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

...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 entry...
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A dimly lit bar area with a sleek counter, a few tables and chairs, and vibrant neon lights illuminating the space.
from$200/hr
2 Story Lounge & Event Space

Downtown Oakland, CA

4.5(2)
Venue capacity icon175

Event Space

...Hr Everyday before 8pm $400/Hr Everyday 8pm - 2am Our rates include event space, staff and security. Message us for specials :) ** Thursday, Friday & Saturday nights are only available with drink packages. ** Weekends have a higher rate because we'd be closing off 1 or both floors...
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A conference room features a long wooden table surrounded by black office chairs, with exposed brick walls and framed artwork.
from$35/hr
Oakstop

Downtown Oakland, CA

4.8(236)
Venue capacity icon15

Meeting Room

Oakstop. Multi Media meeting space that can be used for a range of activities and gatherings. Quiet and tucked away behind a large glass door within a community workspace. /// ROOM INCLUDES /// • Vizio Smart TV Monitor • Stationary Conference Table • 10 cushioned rolling chairs--...
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Club Lounge Image in Downtown Oakland, Oakland, CA
from$1,000/hr
Club Lounge

Downtown Oakland, CA

Venue capacity icon200

Event Space

...Grand Event Space with Luxury Amenities Host your next gathering in a spacious, elegant venue designed for large parties, galas, and corporate events. This versatile space accommodates 120 seated guests or 200 standing, ensuring comfort for every occasion. Highlighting the venue is a beautiful outdoor...
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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 require...
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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...
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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

...Welcome to an elegant and adaptable event venue ideal for a variety of special occasions. This clean and spacious gallery is flooded with natural light thanks to huge windows that allow you to appreciate beautiful Oakland from the heart of the city. Conveniently located near...
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A wooden table with red stools is positioned in front of a projection screen displaying a video in a modern, industrial-style room.
from$250/hr
Hesher's Pizza & Taproom

Downtown Oakland, CA

4.8(4)
Venue capacity icon137

Workshop Space

Hesher's Pizza & Taproom. This Eclectic Offsite & Meeting Location with Bar & Games has over 1600 square feet of industrial cozy space, complete with plenty of seating, pinball, board games, and dart boards, three TV's and a smart projector/large screen. Furniture can be moved for an open space...
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Reviews for event venues

Daesya D.
La Santa - Bright & Spacious Backyard Oasis
Amazing place to have an event. Marcos was very nice and had great hospitality. I would definitely recommend booking
Romika W.
Barbies Nashvilles Hideaway! Pink Dreams!
BEAUTIFUL 😍 ladies you would absolutely love it especially for a ladies event
Claire C.
Japanese Scandinavian Minimalist Loft with Natural Light and Tea Room
Beautiful space and quite functional. It helped to have a full kitchen, dining, and living room. It felt like we were hosting an elevated event at a friend's house. Unloading our supplies was easy due to the parking spot for the host...
Alice P.
Bright, Airy SOMA Space for Breakout or Popup (800 ft²)
Excellent venue for corporate event! Unique, excellent location, plus venue had everything we needed. The site manager Sage is a rockstar - incredibly attentive, excellent communication, made sure we had the best experience renting the space and we sure did. Received many positive feedback from the attendees, very happy we got...
Victoria Y.
Loft Space with Full Kitchen, Exposed Brick, Wooden Floor with Photo Backdrop, Sound system
Perfect for any kind of events
Victoria Y.
Elegant Event Space with Stage in WeHo (Fully Equipped)
Perfect for any kind of events and rehearsals
Victoria Y.
Bright Multi-Use Studio Near Downtown
Perfect for any kind of meetings and events
Tomari S.
Intimate & Elegant Event Venue Perfect for Small Celebrations
This was my first time hosting an event and I must admit the vibe is there! Speaker was loud through the roof and the lights was were beautify and sat the tone of the event. The host was very RESPONSIVE, very RESPECTFUL and UNDERSTANDING! I look foward to using this...
Madison A.
Photography x Videography Studio
but it had what we needed to get the job done. Some parts could use a little maintenance or updating, but overall it was functional and served its purpose for our shoot. If you’re looking for a basic, workable space without too many frills, it does the trick...
Sophia S.
Meeting Equipped Downtown Denver Theater and Full Bar
but responsive to needs. The facility is well equipped with staff available on site. Highly recommend these fine folks and their space for your event...
Ananya R.
Beautiful High Rise Lounge with Skyline Views
has ample natural light and looks gorgeous on a beautiful sunny day. My friends liked it so much they want to host their own events in this Lounge. Seating was enough for our party of 25. The kids had fun in the adjoining terrace. Wonderful experience...
Myla F.
The Kreators Konnect
hosted a my babyshower here and it was great !!!! The host went above and beyond ! And i will be booking again for my future events ! Thanku...
Jessica S.
Concrete Jungle
loved Markia's Space it was perfect for my Sewing Event and Markia was very communicative during the whole process. She also always responded in a timely manner...
Sofy L.
Seven House Gallery, Event Space
make any event vision come to life. Matthew was incredibly helpful, flexible and responsive all throughout. So detailed in all of the information, venue functionalities and just overall so great to work with. I couldn’t have imagined hosting my baby shower anywhere else...
Jose A.
Large Grassy Yard with Pool
nice and whenever I had a question she would respond quickly. She was flexible with us and I am very grateful for having this event at her beautiful home. The backyard was very spacious and the bathroom was clean. This space had everything we were looking for and I would...
Taina S.
Miami Haven
options based on the vision shared and the site visit reassured us this home was it! Highly recommend this location for creative projects or events in need of a stylish, serene setting...
Cindy C.
Industrial Studio
recently hosted a event at the fluid studio, and it was an outstanding experience from start to finish. The venue is beautiful designed , spacious,and incredibly well-maintained. The owner was professional and made it easy to access the facility she made sure everything went smoothly. Highly recommend this place...
David M.
"Charming Open-Concept Loft with Warm Light and Endless Character". Perfect for Creative Days and Special Moments"
turn a good project into the best project you've ever completed. I would definitely book again for photoshoots, videos, or to host an event. And the host Maksim is really hospitable and easy to work with. I'll look forward to working with him again...
Amanda B.
Natural Light Photo Studio Loft with Designer Furniture
was a request or question, she was quick to answer. This space was perfect for our shoot. Her studio offered lots of props and functional tools that you’d need for a video or photoshoot. Even though we brought our own, it was great to have hers as back up...
Naelani F.
Full Production Video Studio in Orlando
work with! The studio is beautiful and has many options of backgrounds to work with. The lighting is beautiful and everything was easy to function, I enjoyed my shoot very much ! Would definitely book again...

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