How much does a performance space cost to rent in Emeryville?
Performance spaces in Emeryville average $99 per hour to rent, but it’s easy to spend less or more depending on what you’re looking for.
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from$55/hr
Soundwave Studios
Near Emeryville, CA
4.8(202)
30Studio
Soundwave Studios. Soundwave Studios Backlot in West Oakland available for: film, video, photography, music, rehearsals, and classes. Public events, concerts are not allowed. - 2500 square foot flexible space - 50' x 30' open concrete floor space - 100 amp power distribution breaker panel - off street...
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from$75/hr
Manilatown Heritage Foundation
7 miles from Emeryville, CA
4.9(415)
50Gathering Space
Manilatown Heritage Foundation. This 1,350 square-foot ADA compliant multipurpose space is a fluid, flexible environment for private meetings and gatherings that are not open to the general public. Activities range from classes, meetings and team building activities. Located in the lively North Beach Chinatown and Historic Manilatown district...
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from$625/hr
Music City San Francisco
7.9 miles from Emeryville, CA
4.9(62)
150Dance Club
Music City San Francisco. Turn up the volume on your next event at San Francisco's most exciting and unforgettable venue. With six unique event spaces, two fully stocked bars, and a rhythm of customizable options, this is the ultimate stage for your celebration. Whether you're planning a corporate jam...
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from$650/hr
Breathtaking Auditorium
8.7 miles from Emeryville, CA
5.0(5)
160Multipurpose Space
Breathtaking Auditorium. ...and community come together. Our striking 5,000 sq ft venue is perfect for everything from workshops and screenings to celebrations and performances. Housed in a beautifully restored historic building, the Sanctuary features soaring 30-ft coffered ceilings, vibrant non-religious stained glass, and abundant...
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from$150/hr
Midpen Media Center
30.5 miles from Emeryville, CA
5.0(68)
100Studio
Midpen Media Center. Large, professional HD television studio, with optional recording equipment and facilities. Live audiences, green screen technology, various sets and props available. Adjacent kitchen and green room also available as add ons. The studio can be used for gatherings large and small and just about any...
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from$89/hr
Ding Ding TV
35.9 miles from Emeryville, CA
4.9(140)
90Studio
Ding Ding TV. ** A single-floor 2,000sf video studio with stage, lighting, and sound system at the center of Silicon Valley. Had many Birthday Parties, Baby showers, Small Weddings, Small Concerts, Graduation, Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year, and Halloween Parties, Corporate retreats, Charity Auctions, Standup comedies, Workshops, TED talks...
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from$150/hr
Large Open Emeryville Studio Space Cycle Wall
Emeryville, CA
5.0(30)
10Studio
Photography & Videography studio located near the Powell Street exit off 580. This is one large open studio with a large Cycwall , Changing Room and Make Up Station ,big enough for two sets, enough room to shoot on a 12 foot seamless, and can...
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from$100/hr
Vintage Luxury Boudoir studio with panoramic windows and multiple sets
Emeryville, CA
5.0(13)
50Studio
Red Empress Boudoir. Welcome to our bright, open-concept loft with windows on three sides, providing stunning natural light throughout the day. This stylish and intimate space is perfect for professional photo and video shoots, as well as small gatherings, workshops, and creative content creation. Ideal For • Photo...
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from$99/hr
Natural Light Photo + Video / Creative Studio
Emeryville, CA
5.0(211)
12Loft
1197 SQ FT COLUMN-LESS STUDIO SOUTH / WEST NATURAL LIGHT / BLACKOUT CAPABILITY POLISHED CONCRETE FLOOR 19'W X 31'D X 13'H SHOOTING SPACE THREE 9' X 17' WINDOWS 14' - 12.5' SLOPE OF CEILING 150A/3 PHASE POWER COMMERCIAL LOADING DOCK FREIGHT ELEVATOR SECURE ENTRANCE /...
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from$100/hr
Modern Loft-Style Photography Gallery
Emeryville, CA
5.0(51)
20Gallery
Pacific Landscapes Gallery. This space is a loft-style landscape photography gallery. It features 750 square feet downstairs, and about 200 square feet upstairs in an open loft. The front features 18 feet of window light from floor to ceiling and can be accessed by the standard front door...
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from$100/hr
Centrally Located Emeryville Studio
Emeryville, CA
5.0(9)
75Gym
This studio is centrally located in Emeryville and can accommodate variety of rental uses. The standing capacity of our beautiful space is about 150 people. There are two sides with about 50 people doing active movement on one side and 20-30 on the other side...
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from$99/hr
Pro Photo & Video Studio in Emeryville/N. Oakland | Loads of Rental Gear
Near Emeryville, CA
5.0(30)
15Studio
...street noise. If you're looking for continuous super-clean live audio, you may need to be patient. - Bob Mould interview and performance for BoingBoing: https://youtu.be/ffVNz1Mc60A - Best Coast music video for BoingBoing: https://youtu.be/8-51InX4MK0 AVAILABLE EQUIPMENT: If you don't see quite...
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from$300/hr
Broadway Event Hall: Stunning Multi-Level Event Venue with Natural Light
2.2 miles from Emeryville, CA
700
Banquet Hall
...Beautiful event venue perfect for large gatherings, performances, conferences and marketplaces. Large windows and street level entry provide natural light and easy access for guests. Options to combine meeting rooms, mezzanine, adjacent atrium, our outdoor patio to accommodate over 700 people. /// SPACE INCLUDES /// • Furnished lounge...
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from$75/hr
Light-Filled Studio Space in Elmwood
2.3 miles from Emeryville, CA
5.0(51)
50Office Loft
...Loft area with comfy couches and chairs. Used as kids’ yoga studio. Available for day or evening rental for classes, events, or performances on a one-time or ongoing basis. Great for photo shoots. Typically $75/hour, negotiable for longer commitments...
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from$50/hr
Natural Light Studio and Dance/Yoga/Rehearsal Hall
2.3 miles from Emeryville, CA
5.0(20)
30Dance Studio
...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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from$125/hr
Event and Theater space 30 seconds from BART in Oakland.
2.6 miles from Emeryville, CA
5.0(2)
40Black Box Theater
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...
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from$100/hr
Lake Merritt Luxury Gallery/venue/showroom
2.9 miles from Emeryville, CA
5.0(24)
75Gallery
Looking for the perfect venue to bring your vision to life? Our studio space is a blank canvas ready to host your next community event, private party, pop-up shop, or creative gathering. With an open floor plan, modern amenities, and endless customization possibilities, it's the...
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from$100/hr
Unique Event Studio with Full Sound System
2.9 miles from Emeryville, CA
5.0(4)
65Studio
History of the Space Nestled in the heart of Oakland, our studio at 828 Harrison Street is a modern ode to the city's rich history. Once an industrial space, the building has been transformed into a versatile studio that marries contemporary aesthetics with architectural remnants...
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from$150/hr
Professional Performance & Events Venue
4.3 miles from Emeryville, CA
5.0(16)
45Dance Studio
Voted 2022 BEST EVENT SPACE by El Cerrito City of Commerce. Our elegant venue is multi-functional. Space can be used for music concerts/recitals, art shows, storytelling, small theater production, dance/yoga classes, and more. We are located just steps away from El Cerrito Plaza. SPACE RENTAL...
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from$80/hr
Podcasting Space + Post Production Hero Suite
4.8 miles from Emeryville, CA
5.0(2)
12Studio
Oakland Podcast Studio. ...OLED, our setup makes sure colors look just right on all screens, making your projects not just good but amazing. Super Strong Performance: Meet our studio's super-strong computer, the Mac Pro M2 Ultra. With lots of power, memory, and storage, it can handle...
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from$125/hr
Premier Bay Area Media Production Facility with views of the water, city and hills.
5.6 miles from Emeryville, CA
100
Media Studio
History of the space A 3,000 square foot media production facility adjacent to the San Francisco Bay in Richmond, CA. Built in the late 1970s, the studio has had two major retrofits: first in the '90s with the Studio A build-out and then again in...
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from$200/hr
Art Deco / Mod / Old Hollywood Inspired Event Venue - Full Venue
6.9 miles from Emeryville, CA
5.0(95)
250Jazz Club
Welcome to our Mid Century Art Deco inspired lounge: We're available for booking 7 days a week, 6am-2am. Please see below for pricing details. The open floor plan allows for parties up to 250 people, but can be sectioned off to accommodate more intimate groups...
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from$60/hr
Natural Light Filled Studio in the Heart of North Beach
7.3 miles from Emeryville, CA
5.0(69)
50Studio
Sol Hot Yoga and Movement. A well lit and newly renovated studio in the heart of San Francisco's North Beach. The space has mirrored walls and would work well for any type of movement activity such as dance, fitness, or yoga classes. The heater can be used for private hot...
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from$300/hr
Downtown black box theater
7.5 miles from Emeryville, CA
4.8(50)
75Theater
We'd love to host your next corporate function, special event, product release party, or powerful presentation. Our space provides two intimate black box theaters with a bar in between and an upper lobby bar as well. This includes a full working theater and screening room...
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from$35/hr
Creative Daylight Loft Space Dance Yoga Studio
7.8 miles from Emeryville, CA
4.9(171)
50Dance Studio
...is controlled and monitored, offering a safe environment for all. WHAT OUR CREATIVE SPACE CAN & HAVE BEEN USED FOR: > Rehearsal Space for Performing Arts Theater rehearsals for plays and performances. Dance rehearsals or dance classes. Music band practice sessions or music classes. > Fitness and Wellness...
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from$200/hr
Historic Venue in the Heart of SF
8.1 miles from Emeryville, CA
5.0(9)
150Ballroom
...Our main space can seat 200 and could be used for a social event, corporate event, art showcase, performance or whatever you need. We'd love to host your next creative or professional event! Space Details: • 200 Chairs + 20 Tables • Metered Street Parking • 3 Restrooms...
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from$150/hr
Daylight Dance & Arts Event Space
8.2 miles from Emeryville, CA
4.4(5)
49Community Theater
We warmly invite you! We have been referred to as a 'Renegade Theater' and told we are 'Old San Francisco'. Often guests compare us to their favorite Brooklyn or Berlin style Art lofts. Our space features a huge 1300sqt sprung dance floor/stage with new Marley...
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from$104/hr
Fully Furnished Offsite Location w/ AC & Amazing Neighborhood
8.6 miles from Emeryville, CA
4.9(129)
16Studio
** Not currently active as meeting space **...
from$55/hr
Photography and Video Production Studio
8.7 miles from Emeryville, CA
4.7(136)
8Studio
Perfectly set up photography / video studio for rent by the hour/ day / week. Permanently installed professional white CYC screen and green screen. This room can be used for portraits, fashion photography, products. Also, film makers can utilize the space and create different sets...
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from$185/hr
Spacious and Charming Industrial Studio
9.6 miles from Emeryville, CA
5.0(40)
75Warehouse
Zaccho Dance Theatre. FAQs We cannot support amplified sound (DJ or band) after midnight Renters must supply their own theatrical lighting and video equipment USE OF SPACE Film/TV Productions Photo shoots INCLUDED IN BOOKING RATE Use of entire stage and bleachers Use of 75 folding chairs WIFI Professional...
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from$40/hr
"The Firehouse" Historic Small Rehearsal Studio
13.3 miles from Emeryville, CA
4.7(7)
20Dance Studio
A small studio (27' x 14') available with Marley dance floors, mirrors, barres, and piano. Has a private bathroom attached. Great for small groups for dance, theatre, or photography and has been in the arts community for decades! Can also be used for events and...
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from$115/hr
Unique Historic Cabaret Theatre in Downtown Setting
16.3 miles from Emeryville, CA
4.9(8)
60Performance Space
...We are fully equipped to host a variety of live performances and small events as we are an intimate, 60 seat cabaret style theatre - a throw back to the old Vaudeville Houses. Upn entering you will find yourself in a quaint foyer rich in history...
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from$170/hr
San Mateo Recital and rehearsal space
19.6 miles from Emeryville, CA
4.9(8)
75Recital Space
Our small recital hall is ideal for student and chamber music concerts. There are 2 grand pianos on stage. Rehearsals, lectures, masterclasses are also possible. Space is also available for art exhibitions as well as there is track lighting along the walls. Kitchenette and warm...
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from$50/hr
Offsite/Meeting Flex Space Near San Jose Airport
39 miles from Emeryville, CA
4.9(36)
45Event Space
Flex space near the San Jose Airport is great as a classroom, conference room, or social gathering place! The space is a blank canvas, guests are free to configure the space to their needs. You can bring in your own furniture or use the 8...
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from$60/hr
Centrally Located Fitness/Ballet/Barre/Yoga Studio Room near Downtown Campbell
42.5 miles from Emeryville, CA
5.0(395)
40Fitness Studio
This beautiful studio room is the crown jewel of our multi-award-winning studio. Large and spacious, with high ceilings and industrial fans. Large mirrors cover two walls, and barre railings are fixed to three of the four walls. Double doors open to the back parking lot...
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from$55/hr
Beautifully Appointed Fitness/Dance/Yoga Studio Room
42.5 miles from Emeryville, CA
5.0(321)
18Fitness Studio
Our smaller studio room for rent is loaded with amenities! The room has wood floors and large mirrors on one wall. The opposing wall has plenty of windows for natural light, as well as sheer privacy curtains. Recessed into the adjacent wall is a shelving...
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Frequently Asked Questions
How popular are performance spaces in Emeryville?
Our local hosts have welcomed 3102+ people into their performance spaces with reviews averaging 4.98 stars. Most even said they would book again -- about 100%.
How long do people rent performance spaces in Emeryville?
Most performance spaces are scheduled for 5 hours, with 22 people in attendance. You’ll find the most Performances starting between 2:00 PM and 3:00 PM.
Pricing and popularity information in this section is based on proprietary data from bookings made on Peerspace from 2016-2025.
Reviews for performance spaces
Jennifer A.
Gorgeous Gourmet Ghetto Event Studio
the piano provided was great. Viviana easy to reach and very responsive. The space has a high ceiling which provides great acoustics for music performances. Our guests had no trouble finding it. It was a tad too warm for the summer but there were fans there which helped...
Erin A.
Large Wide Open Studio Space (1800 sq ft) with High Ceilings, Sprung Dance Floor and Grand Piano
kind + great hosts and SO incredibly helpful in ensuring our event was a success. We hosted a music event with a couple DJs + live performers, and this could not have been a better spot to do so! Paul has an expert knowledge of sound + lighting equipment and also rented us...
Devon B.
Newly Renovated Production Space
Great place to host performance and production activities
Kevin B.
Huge, Affordable Production Space
ve shot at this location twice and performed in a music video here once and all three shoots were great. Solid space, helpful staff...
Ryan B.
Natural Light Photo + Video / Creative Studio Loft Space
This space is very beautiful, perfect for filming our interview and acoustic performance. It was helpful to have some gear already at the venue. Thoughtful instructions were left by the host, who was also very helpful and responsive. Hope to work here again, thanks...
Joselyn C.
Large Wide Open Studio Space (1800 sq ft) with High Ceilings, Sprung Dance Floor and Grand Piano
Great performance and party space! Paul D was an absolute pleasure to work with. Extremely accommodating and clear on the do’s and dont’s but there are far more do’s than dont’s! Paul was always reachable via the Peerspace app. I never had to wait long for...
Thien C.
Jewel-Box Modern Home with Private Yard
and space! I hosted my graduation party here with the max amount of people. We had catering, drinks, and even used the piano to perform. The indoor/outdoor setting was amazing and everyone was so impressed by the home. Check in and check out was easy. Would 100% book again...
David D.
Spacious Gallery with Bar in Nice Neighborhood
the venue are professional, positive and easy to work with.
I highly recommend this venue for almost any type of event- I can imagine performance, parties, art shows and music events all being well-served by this space...
John G.
Pro Photo & Video Studio in Emeryville/N. Oakland | Loads of Rental Gear
out of there way to help with setup. The space has great character. My team and I were able to shoot a live music performance and set up three different scenes within their space, including a 10 piece band. I’d highly recommend this venue...
Nicholas H.
Stunning House w/ Roof Deck Offering City & Bay Views
Leonardo is a wonderful, helpful and accommodating host! We rented his rooftop because we knew that the music performance video we were shooting would have a spectacular background. It was perfect! The bay and bridge view couple with the skyline exceeded what I imagined. I can’t say enough about...
Jamie K.
Warehouse space with redwood floors and natural light
Amazing space, amazing location and great people. I've filmed there before and would happily film there again. In fact, one of the performers from our first film there loved the space so much we came back months later and filmed a new project...
Tal K.
Light-Filled Studio Space in Elmwood
potential weather issue. They were super accommodating, friendly and prepared. Easily fit a 40 person adult / kid party with room to spare for circus performers. Highly recommend this space for kid/adult combos. Very clean. Lots of kid activities, seating, tables. Thank you...
John L.
Modern & open industrial space + lounge and patio
to my requests and ensured things went off without a hitch. Artie (Host) and Lakisha (Bartender) were a perfect fit for the event and performed their responsibilities flawlessly. I would love to work with the whole team again in the future...
Lawrence N.
Natural Light Photo + Video / Creative Studio Loft Space
Fantastic spot. Shot a live musical performance here with a small crew. Ian was extremely responsive, space was beautiful and adaptable to our needs. Would definitely book again -- thanks Ian...
Danny O.
Gold N' Grey Studio
so, so, so gracious and helpful in getting set up. The space is beautiful and definitely large enough for a video shoot with 6 performers. I can't wait to book another project here.
Bonus points: they have a super cute brand new puppy...
Cibi P.
Iconic North Beach Gathering Space
This was an awesome space! We hosted a private musical performance event with singing and dancing and the host was very accommodating...
Karah P.
Vintage Luxury Boudoir studio with panoramic windows and multiple sets
Day workshop, following six weeks of dedicated training. They were all thoroughly impressed by how the space seamlessly complemented the theme of their performance, making them feel like they were on the set of a professional music video. The level of professionalism, the excellent accommodations, and the overall flexibility were...
Anna T.
Newly Renovated Performance and Event Space
met the owner's Simon and Don. It was the perfect spot for my twin nieces' birthday celebration. My nieces and their dance group performed for the guests so we were able to utilize the mini stage. Owners were very professional and accommodating! Overall, great experience...
Jen T.
Beautiful Space, Party Ready
had plenty of space to move. There were tables and chairs for people to sit at, the kids utilized the carpet space, our fairy performer used the stage. She also commented it was such a special party and place and had been doing kids parties for 10 years! We did...
Allen Z.
Professional Performance & Events Venue
system was in working shape. He was also easily reachable via the phone.
The venue itself is a nice space - perfect for an intimate performance to an audience of ~30-40. There are also two bathrooms, so no one had issues waiting. The mirror and recording studio rooms also give...