Rent a gathering venue in Downtown Oakland, Oakland, CA
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Terrace Lounge in Oakland
Downtown Oakland, CA2.8 (5)
50 guests
Our beautiful club room is perfect for any social gathering, celebration or meeting (retreat). Flexible seating allows for casual mingling and dining. This indoor/outdoor space is sure to impress!
Space Features:
Indoor/outdoor Terrace
modern landscaping
two grills
WiFi
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$603 total
before taxes
3 hr min
Beautiful lounge with stage
Downtown Oakland, CA30 guests
Multi purpose space filled with natural light, illuminated by three dandelions chandeliers.
Great for birthday parties, celebrations, a reunions, receptions and more!
12ft wrap around bar with high chairs.
4 Couches with coffee tables
12ft stage with 4 speakers and mice stand.
2 tall tables with 2 chairs
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$448 total
before taxes
2 hr min
2 Story Lounge & Event Space
Downtown Oakland, CA4.7 (3)
175 guests
$200/ 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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$986 total
before taxes
4 hr min
Oakstop
Downtown Oakland, CA5.0 (4)
100 guests
Oakstop. 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 entry,
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$959 total
before taxes
4 hr min
Club Lounge
Downtown Oakland, CA200 guests
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 area, offering a
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$986 total
before taxes
1 hr min
Psychedelic Tower of Power
Downtown Oakland, CA4.7 (3)
49 guests
Dive into the history of this unique and memorable penthouse tower! It will transport you. Construction completed over 100 years ago, this charming art deco building has been host to Houdini! Come awaken your senses and enjoy sensory pleasures provided by licensed counterculture retailer. Art installation
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$448 total
before taxes
4 hr min
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Primetime Golf
Downtown Oakland, CA75 guests
Primetime Golf. This indoor golf facility is a golfer's paradise right in the heart of downtown Oakland. This state of the art venue offers a premier indoor golfing experience like no other. With its cutting edge technology and meticulously designed space, it's the ideal destination for golf enthusiasts
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$712 total
before taxes
2 hr min
Sweet and vibrant Sushi Spot with subtle elegant asteitcs.
Downtown Oakland, CA5.0 (5)
30 guests
Renting out space for conferences, product launches, team building events, or corporate meetings.
Private Parties: Birthday parties, anniversary celebrations, and other special gatherings.
Co working Spaces: Renting out workspaces for individuals or teams who need a quiet, professional environment.
Meeting Rooms: Offering small, private meeting rooms for client meetings
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$306 total
before taxes
3 hr min
Modern Off-site Meeting & Conference Space Office
Downtown Oakland, CA4.7 (3)
25 guests
OF SPACE
We've had excellent feed back from clients who've chosen our space.
Trainings | Lectures | Fundraisers | Workshops | Motivational gatherings | Off Site Meetings | Networking Events
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$833 total
before taxes
7 hr min
Parliament Event Venue
Downtown Oakland, CA180 guests
Parliament Event Venue. Nestled inside Old Oakland’s historic neighborhood of tree lined and lit streets, paved brick sidewalks and Victorian era architecture, Parliament offers a vibrant upscale and versatile event space in Old Oakland. Corporate, private and holiday events to photo, film and commercial shoots no event is too
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$657 total
before taxes
3 hr min
STAK Space
Downtown Oakland, CA30 guests
STAK Space. Shack is a dynamic game lounge designed for fun, competition, and team bonding. Perfect for casual hangouts, team events, or private gatherings, this space offers a variety of activities to keep everyone entertained.
State of the art golf simulator with multi sport VR options, including football, baseball,
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$339 total
before taxes
1 hr min
Oakland Museum
Downtown Oakland, CA950 guests
Oakland Museum. and belonging together. Inspire your event guests with a personalized experience including networking, great food by local caterers, and the best gathering place in the heart of Oakland.
OMCA offers special discounts to nonprofits that qualify as tax exempt organizations. Documentation of 501(c)(3) certification from the Internal
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$6,242 total
before taxes
6 hr min
Oakstop
Downtown Oakland, CA5.0 (1)
200 guests
Oakstop. 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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$712 total
before taxes
2 hr min
Liz & Company
Downtown Oakland, CA50 guests
Liz & Company. is airy and open, featuring large windows that let in plenty of natural light, creating an ideal environment for creativity and gatherings. Guests have access to a bathroom, free parking, a small kitchenette, and secure facilities. Whether you’re hosting an event, shooting content, or setting up
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$120 total
before taxes
1 hr min
Starline complex
Downtown Oakland, CA200 guests
Starline complex. Vintage chic ground floor bar & lounge plus an upstairs ballroom in a historic former saloon space.
This space is available for: Events, Special Events, Birthday Parties, Family Reunions, Fundraisers, Corporate Event / Networking Trade Show, Holiday Party, Bridal Shower, Baby Shower, Receptions, Launch Party, Wedding, Pop
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$1,917 total
before taxes
5 hr min
Penelope Oakland
Downtown Oakland, CA4.5 (2)
60 guests
Penelope Oakland. Penelope Oakland is an intimate craft cocktail bar nestled in downtown Oakland perfect for corporate events, birthday parties, rehearsal dinner cocktails or post wedding drinks.
We offer a heated patio along with our chic bar area perfect for events up to 60 people with amenities such
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$1,314 total
before taxes
Price incl. 3 hrs and prepaid menu options
STAK Space
Downtown Oakland, CA10 guests
STAK Space. Conference Room – Fully Equipped for Your Next Meeting or Offsite
Host productive meetings or team offsites in our spacious conference room, designed to accommodate up to 15 people comfortably. The room features a large screen with seamless video conferencing capabilities, an integrated camera, and a high
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$202 total
before taxes
1 hr min
Bay View Skyline Event Space
Downtown Oakland, CA80 guests
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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$986 total
before taxes
1 hr min
STAK Space
Downtown Oakland, CA25 guests
STAK Space. meetings, workshops, and presentations. The room features a sleek conference table that comfortably seats 25, with additional seating available for larger gatherings. Equipped with full A/V capabilities, it’s perfect for video conferences, presentations, and collaborative sessions. Guests can enjoy complimentary coffee, tea, and snacks throughout the
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$339 total
before taxes
1 hr min
Event and Theater space 30 seconds from BART in Oakland.
Downtown Oakland, CA5.0 (2)
40 guests
The space is conveniently located 30 seconds from 12th Street BART.
The space is 902 square feet with a 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
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$555 total
before taxes
4 hr min
Natural Light Studio and Dance/Yoga/Rehearsal Hall
Downtown Oakland, CA4.9 (25)
30 guests
Welcome to our space!
A warm, naturally lit studio with mirrors, dance floor, cubbies, and lounge space. Our space is 800 sq ft, with south west facing windows that let natural light in all day. A creative hub nestled in the same building as Flax
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$230 total
before taxes
4 hr min
FLUID510
Downtown Oakland, CA4.8 (4)
250 guests
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
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$555 total
before taxes
4 hr min
Oakstop
Downtown Oakland, CA3.7 (12)
50 guests
Oakstop. Beautiful light filled multipurpose room for private meetings, workshops, trainings, conferences, exhibits, and events. Modern amenities including large smart TV and stylish conference table. Private kitchenette provides additional accommodations for providing food during staff retreats, receptions, etc.
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$575 total
before taxes
4 hr min
The Reef Studios
Downtown Oakland, CA5.0 (5)
50 guests
The Reef Studios. The Reef Studios offers a spacious layout for visual content production and events, 7 x 10 ft adjustable backdrops for photography/videography, and multiple convertible sets for visual content. We are located in downtown Oakland on Lathom square. There is a ton of culture within walking
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$339 total
before taxes
4 hr min
Baba's House & 13 Orphans
Downtown Oakland, CA50 guests
Baba's House & 13 Orphans. “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 host a company party,
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$1,824 total
before taxes
3 hr min
International Suite: Large Event Space & Gallery
Downtown Oakland, CA4.6 (19)
200 guests
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 with
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$420 total
before taxes
2 hr min
Oakstop
Downtown Oakland, CA4.8 (31)
20 guests
Oakstop. 500 sq ft space that can accommodate multiple purposes including private meetings, workshops, trainings, and conferences.
This suite is located on the second floor and has large windows that look over Telegraph Avenue in Downtown Oakland and allow for great natural light.
/// ROOM INCLUDES ///
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$225 total
before taxes
2 hr min
FLUID510
Downtown Oakland, CA250 guests
FLUID510. The space is a versatile 5,000 square foot space that accommodates large receptions, parties and small galas and intimate gatherings. with an additional room upstairs. We have hosted everything from album releases to shows from Crystal Waters and Grammy award winning performer Fantastic Negrito. We're the
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$555 total
before taxes
4 hr min
Oakstop
Downtown Oakland, CA4.7 (10)
75 guests
Oakstop. 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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$420 total
before taxes
2 hr min
Velvett Studios
Downtown Oakland, CA5.0 (17)
25 guests
Velvett Studios. to 25 guests, the space features modular, move anywhere furniture so you can easily create the perfect setup from cozy seated gatherings to open, gallery style layouts.
Large windows flood the space with beautiful natural light all day, making it ideal for photoshoots, content creation, yoga classes,
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$90 total
before taxes
1 hr min
Unique Uptown Lounge with Vibey Decor and Bar- Party - Super Bowl Ready!
Downtown Oakland, CA5.0 (1)
49 guests
Welcome! A great lounge space for unique gatherings, record releases, birthdays, quincenera’s, graduations, baby showers and more! Featuring a beautiful bar, hardwood floors, and modern furniture. We are nestled in the heart of uptown Oakland. We provide access to a prep kitchen, ice machine,
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$876 total
before taxes
5 hr min
Oakstop
Downtown Oakland, CA4.5 (4)
100 guests
Oakstop. 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 floor space
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$657 total
before taxes
4 hr min
Y's Choice
Downtown Oakland, CA30 guests
Y's Choice. This simple and flexible space in Downtown Oakland is perfect for small to medium sized gatherings like corporate events, meetings, graduation celebrations, or birthday parties.
The open layout comfortably fits 25 to 30 people, with enough room for tables, chairs, and light decorations. It’s a no fuss,
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$120 total
before taxes
1 hr min
Frequently Asked Questions
Pricing and popularity information in this section is based on proprietary Peerspace booking data, reflecting recent booking activity and the latest data available through May 2026.
How popular are gathering venues in Downtown Oakland?
Our local hosts have welcomed 143939 people into their gathering venues with reviews averaging 4.65 stars. Most even said they would book again -- about 97%.
How much does a gathering venue cost to rent in Downtown Oakland?
Gathering venues in Downtown Oakland average $257 per hour to rent, but it’s easy to spend less or more depending on what you’re looking for. For a space on the smaller side, expect to spend closer to $134, whereas larger venues run about $525 per hour.
gathering venues Pricing Range in Oakland, CA
Graphic displaying average hourly rates for gathering venues venues in Oakland, ranging between $134.09 and $525.
$257/hr average
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How long do people rent gathering venues in Downtown Oakland?
Most gathering venues are scheduled for 5 hours, with 68 people in attendance. You’ll find the most gatherings starting between 10:00 AM and 11:00 AM.
gathering venues Booking Times in Oakland, CA
Image representing average rental time for gathering venues in Oakland, emphasizing most start between 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Reviews for gathering venues
Kristine B.
Make a powerful impact new dual projectors. overhead rich cinema sound, jet fast internet, sound isolation booth, video conferencing quiet venue. Private plus public restrooms, new expanded space, all overhauled ergonomic comfortable chairs and easy free or inexpensive parking, new electronic entries and Mitsuibishi Air/Heat conditioning.
Paul is very responsive and usually helps us set up for our church services. His space has everything we need for our monthly gatherings...
Reyna B.
Merritt Meeting Room: Versatile Multimedia Meeting Room
Beautiful space and kind staff! Very easy for folks to come in and gather for a meeting. I also appreciated the fast response to book, will definitely be using again...
Kel B.
Full Buyout Downtown Modern Craft Cocktail Bar
totally out of Johnny's control, I understand), which left some guests literally out in the cold. I would recommend planning for a smaller gathering of 40 or so for the space, but absolutely overall would book again...
Sophia C.
Elegant Uptown Lounge Bar
highly recommend this Space. Perfect for our gathering of approx 50 people, but could easily accommodate more.
From the initial inquiry, through delivery everything was seamless and I felt very supported in the process, not having hosted an event like this before. The staff was very friendly and aware of...
Yarrow C.
Financial Center Work & Meeting Space
of 20! My company is fully remote and no longer have a designated office space so a few times a year we get together and have co-worker days in person. We always like the space to be completely private. We were looking for a spot...
Jessica D.
Modern Coffee Bar and Art Gallery in Uptown Oakland
Fantastic space for a small and intimate gathering of 50-70 people; guests really loved it -- it's access to Bart, walkability, coziness, and friendly and warm vibe. The owner, Maria Sanchez, is really accommodating and easy to work with...
Karen D.
Telegraph Urban Space
Very nice little space for a small, intimate gathering. We really appreciated having access to ice machine & refrigerator. Also loved that there was a couch for guests to sit on. There did appear to be a small leak in the bathroom. Hostess was very pleasant and accomodating...
Dominic F.
Modern Coffee Bar and Art Gallery in Uptown Oakland
The perfect space for any gathering! Maria was very helpful and we had a great time
Andrea H.
Natural Light Studio and Dance/Yoga/Rehearsal Hall
This space was great for the gathering I had to celebrate graduation
Amber K.
Broadway Gallery: Beautiful Downtown Event Venue with Natural Lighting
baby shower and it was perfect for our set up. We'll definitely keep this place in mind to have a get together again. Thanks...
Marissa M.
Downtown Oakland Event Oasis - Downstairs
Great space, very easy to host a company get together in
Abby M.
Sawmill Studio Loft
of nowhere - she's so prepared) so we could choose outfit options easily. I could also see having a meeting here or get together. Overall, excellent experience...
Michelle M.
Telegraph Urban Space
This place was perfect for a gathering! We had about 25 people and it was so spacious! The owner was so nice and responsive! I would definitely book here again...
Sara P.
Industrial-Chic Loft Styled Lush Oasis
plants and other cute items they had for sale within the space. Check it out! Buy some cool stuff or host a get together. Win Win...
Nicholette R.
Downtown Open Space w/ Natural Light (Guest Chooses Setup)
This space was very nice. I appreciated Nicholas's communication and care with accommodating my needs, which included privacy for a small women's gathering...
Devon R.
Gothic Downtown Indie Comic Shop and Art Gallery
11/10 great experience! The space is gorgeous and fit our gathering very comfortably. The staff was very accommodating and communicative. We all felt welcomed and supported. I have no complaints and 100% will book here again for future events...
Kimberly S.
Modern Coffee Bar and Art Gallery in Uptown Oakland
We had a wonderful time celebrating my daughter's Filipino Cotillion. The venue was perfect for our gathering. The staff was very kind and helpful. I would recommend this venue...
Keara S.
Big Unique & Urban Oakland Flex Loft/Studio
had a great time hosting a holiday gathering in this event space. Clear instructions, helpful day of support on site, prompt communication. My event participants complimented the loft so many times and really enjoyed having space to branch out for group activities and smaller conversations...
Dominique W.
Osumare Suite: Luxurious Meeting Loft in Downtown Oakland
Marcus was the host for the evening and he was super helpful. The space is ideal for meetings and small gatherings. They had everything we needed and more. High recommend...
Lito W.
Small Meeting Room Inside of Broadway Gallery
we were doing. It provided the right amount of privacy.
Thank You for creating a space for businesses and artist to be able to gather for work...
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