How much does a launch event venue cost to rent in Oakland?
Launch event venues in Oakland average $135 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$100/hr
Telegraph Suite: Beautiful Gallery Suite with Natural lighting
Downtown Oakland, CA
4.4(19)
75Event 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...
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from$175/hr
Broadway Gallery: Beautiful Downtown Event Venue with Natural Lighting
Downtown Oakland, CA
5.0(2)
150Event 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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from$300/hr
Broadway Event Hall: Stunning Multi-Level Event Venue with Natural Light
Northgate - Waverly, Oakland, 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 ///...
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from$125/hr
International Suite: Large Event Space & Gallery
Downtown Oakland, CA
4.7(15)
200Event 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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from$200/hr
Downtown Retro Vinyl Record Cocktail bar and Art Gallery
Downtown Oakland, CA
4.8(12)
40Cocktail 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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from$150/hr
Creative Space in Downtown Oakland
Downtown Oakland, CA
4.7(10)
75Gallery
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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from$125/hr
Event and Theater space 30 seconds from BART in Oakland.
Downtown Oakland, 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$150/hr
Urban Loft Event/Off-Site Space
Downtown Oakland, CA
5.0(2)
50Event 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 currently have...
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from$100/hr
Lake Merritt Luxury Gallery/venue/showroom
Cleveland Heights, Oakland, CA
5.0(23)
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
Spacious and Relaxing House in the Trees
Oakland Ave - Harrison St, CA
5.0(40)
10Apartment Home
This house has a very peaceful atmosphere, with direct views on either end of the large open format living room with blooming greenery, redwood trees, hummingbirds and varied wildlife outside. With wood-paneled ceiling in the main room, retro built-in cabinets, a fireplace, this space can...
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from$75/hr
Big Unique & Urban Oakland Flex Loft/Studio
West Oakland, CA
5.0(9)
30Studio
Welcome to our extraordinary loft studio space in Oakland, nestled within the historic confines of a former linen service building. The echoes of its storied past resonate through the stunning hardwood floors, and the exposed brick walls, creating an ambiance that is truly one-of-a-kind. The...
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from$73/hr
Loft with Natural Light, Brick Wall, & Kitchen
West Oakland, CA
4.9(395)
25Apartment Loft
900 square ft space 10 ft ceilings with large windows All-white walls and a polished concrete floor Photo ready minimalist kitchen Movable furniture for staging All props in the space are available to use Projector and large screen High speed Wifi Dining table seating for...
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from$100/hr
Gorgeous Modern Photo Studio for Headshots, Boudoir, Fashion
Ivy Hill, Oakland, CA
5.0(196)
10Studio
Welcome to my studio! I'm Cheshire Isaacs, a top-rated Bay Area photographer specializing in headshots/lifestyle portraits, boudoir, food, and performance. My beautiful storefront studio has a ton of diffuse natural light in the main room and is perfect for all kinds of portraits from headshots...
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from$95/hr
Modern Off-site Meeting & Conference Space Office
Downtown Oakland, CA
4.7(3)
25Event Space
Our warm and modern office space is located in the heart of JackLondon. Within walking distance of dozens of hotels, restaurants and easily accessible by public transportation. The 1500+ Square office has been refurbished; New paint, redone floors, lighting, windows, and new state-of-the-art audio-visual equipment...
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from$200/hr
Stunning Indoor/Outdoor Luxury Space for Corp Events/Networking and Intimate Gathering
Piedmont Avenue, Oakland, CA
5.0(4)
30House
...Proposal | Meetup | Memorial | Mixer | Naming Party | Networking | Nonprofit fundraiser | Outdoor Event | Outdoor Party | Pilates Class | Party | Pop-Up | Private Party | Poetry | Product Demo | Product Release | Product Showcase | Quinceanera | Reception | Rehearsal Dinner | Reunion | Screening | Sweet 16 | Trade Show | Wedding Reception | Shower | 1st Birthday Party...
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from$150/hr
AMAZING TOP FLOOR WORK/LIVE LOFT - Professional Creative Space: 12ft. windows, natural lighting, and positive energy flow (Events)
West Oakland, CA
4.8(85)
49Live / Work Loft
...Creative Teams, Business Professionals, Companies, and Organizations. We offer Professional Studio Usage for Special and Private Events: ⭐️ Corporate Events ⭐️ Launches ⭐️ Product Releases ⭐️ Product Showcases ⭐️ Retreats ⭐️ Team Buildings ⭐️ Workshops ⭐️ Summits ⭐️ Seminars ⭐️ Lectures ⭐️ Speaker Panels ⭐️ Presentations ⭐️ Hackathons ⭐️ Performances ⭐️ Concerts ⭐️ Screenings ⭐️ Networking Events ⭐️ Mixers ⭐️ Forums ⭐️ Collaborations ⭐️ Conventions...
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from$60/hr
Photography Studio with Included Lighting Assistance
West Oakland, CA
4.6(189)
10Studio
Studio GZ. Quiet West Oakland 1900sq ft photography studio with natural light availability along with 12ft wide shooting area. Free lighting assistance for beginners Late night availability PLEASE NOTE CHILDREN ARE NOT ALLOWED Our studio has heavy equipment and adult images on the walls not appropriate for...
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from$225/hr
Spacious Industrial Warehouse Event Venue
West Oakland, CA
5.0(56)
130Industrial Space
ShotClock Studios, LLC. FOOD & BEVERAGE POLICY + SPACE DETAILS: • Guests are allowed to bring their own alcohol, Guests are allowed to bring beer and wine only, Alcohol may be served by a licensed vendor • Outside food is allowed • Kitchenette • Cooking and food preparation...
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from$135/hr
Brick And Timber Open Loft Space
West Oakland, CA
4.9(175)
40Studio
Mick Jones Studio. FOOD & BEVERAGE POLICY + SPACE DETAILS: • Guests are allowed to bring their own alcohol • Outside food is allowed • Full kitchen • Cooking and food preparation is allowed on site • Projector • Music Rules: DJ is not allowed, Amplified music is...
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from$175/hr
Intimate Patio Event Space
Piedmont Avenue, Oakland, CA
5.0(118)
50Backyard
Our Good Stock Garden is a stylish, serene, and accommodating outdoor space made for folx to celebrate any and all milestones. Bridal and baby showers, rehearsal dinners, corporate retreats, birthdays, and the like infused the space with joy, connection, possibility, and creativity. If you’ve been...
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from$200/hr
Mid-Century Craftsman Home with Skyline View
Bella Vista, Oakland, CA
5.0(40)
18Craftsman Home
This 1927 mid-century craftsman home possess tons of character. Great period details, immaculate hardwood floors and large windows. Ample lighting in every room. Ideal for film & photo shoots. Thoughtfully curated. Art, decor, furniture and other design details throughout. Beautiful views from the master bedroom...
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from$40/hr
Two Story Recording Studio Loft With Options For Filming Or Small Gathering/Meeting
West Oakland, CA
5.0(7)
10Studio
If you're looking for a styled room for recording, filming, listening session, private work space, or meeting room let studio accommodate you. Our two level recording space has a specific vibe and feel to it that champions any successful creative endeavor. The space was created...
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from$55/hr
Huge, Affordable Production Space
West Oakland, CA
4.8(196)
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$325/hr
Light-filled Industrial Chic Warehouse in Temescal
Temescal, Oakland, CA
5.0(12)
125Flex Space
FOOD & BEVERAGE POLICY + SPACE DETAILS: • Guests are allowed to bring their own alcohol • Outside food is allowed • Kitchenette • Only food preparation is allowed on site • Speakers, Television, Microphones • Music Rules: DJ and amplified music is allowed •...
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from$125/hr
Urban Wine Bar in West Oakland's upcoming Prescott Area
West Oakland, CA
4.8(33)
45Wine Bar
...be able to work out something. Send us a message. Number of guests: here are some guidelines - Mostly Standing (company mixer, launch party, casual birthday party): 45 Standing and Sitting (small appetizer plates, holiday cocktail party, anniversary party) 30-35 Everyone Sitting (sit-down...
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from$99/hr
Beautiful Urban Heated Patio Area for Events
Rockridge, Oakland, CA
5.0(19)
45Restaurant
Located in the heart of Rockridge Oakland, We have this Charismatic Urban Patio which can seat uptp 40 people. Great for Birthday Parties, Bridal Gatherings, Baby Showers, Receptions etc. Can be easily set up for Meetings and other events. This patio is Triangular Shape so...
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from$60/hr
Sunny, Art-Filled Oakland Loft
Golden Gate, Oakland, CA
4.9(98)
15Live / Work Loft
Our space was converted from a machine shop and garage to an open loft in the late 1990s. In the hip NOBE neighborhood with many nearby restaurants and cafés, including Summer Summer Thai, Noodle Theory Provisions, and Ruby's Cafe. Sunny loft with lots of art...
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from$75/hr
Spacious Loft Style Creative Space
Dimond District, Oakland, CA
5.0(13)
10Studio
Ellen Shershow Photography. 1,700 square ft space 12 foot ceilings throughout Two separate rooms Small kitchen Wifi Free standing building First floor for easy load in/load out Restaurants and coffee shops within walking distance Dog friendly Available for an additional fee: Seamless paper backdrops/Various colors- $150 Use of...
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from$85/hr
Photo + Video Studio: White Cyc | Free Gear + Parking
Jingletown, Oakland, CA
5.0(23)
20Studio
TOUR VIDEO: https://tinyurl.com/Luxeshot The Studio provides an ideal space for photographers, videographers, brands, and creators to bring their visions to life! It features a large white cyclorama wall, skylight, concrete floors and access to amenities like our loading dock and shower. What's Included: Two Gated...
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from$125/hr
Beautiful Oakland Garden Oasis + Tree House + Traditional Cottage for Team Escape
Dimond District, Oakland, CA
5.0(76)
20House
Nestled in the Oakland hills this house offers a lovely garden right off a beautiful kitchen with tons of natural south facing light. The house has 2 bedrooms, 2 baths and a garage, guest will have access to the whole house and garden. The garden...
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from$95/hr
Gorgeous East bay Natural Light Photo Studio
South Kennedy Tract, Oakland, CA
4.8(33)
9Loft
Jennifer Graham Photography. Renting out my gorgeous, whitewashed, bright, natural light photo studio. Perfect for studio lighting and natural lighting photoshoots! Available to You: Industrial natural light 850 Sq. ft studio Soft gorgeous natural light 2-story tall wall of gorgeous factory windows Lounge area inside studio for clients...
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from$60/hr
Fully Equipped Industrial Photo/Video Studio with Great Natural Light
Fruitvale Station, Oakland, CA
5.0(131)
10Studio
DETAILS ON THE SPACE & LOCATION: - Beautiful industrial windows with white floor and walls for great natural light. - Great for all types of photography and small video productions. - Separate lounge area with couches, chairs, TV, & sound system for talent, clients, and...
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from$150/hr
Spacious Gallery with Bar in Nice Neighborhood
Redwood Heights, Oakland, CA
4.9(9)
50Gallery
Spacious gallery in the Laurel District neighborhood with plenty of restaurants and cafes. Our space is divided into 2 parts which includes 2 bathrooms, small kitchen and bar area. The front area is the "Gallery" which can be used to display artwork, merchandise, pop-up...
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from$175/hr
Charming Spanish Bungalow
Redwood Heights, Oakland, CA
4.9(25)
15Bungalow
1930's Spanish house loaded with charm. Ideal for Photo shoots and Filming. Plenty of street parking. Access to 2 bathrooms. Chef's Kitchen. Host available on site to help with logistics. We have photography equipment available for rental, please inquire...
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from$175/hr
Spacious Oakland Hills Farmhouse
Redwood Heights, Oakland, CA
4.9(52)
25Farmhouse
The Farmhouse is located in the Oakland hills on a half acre with a view, the house is 2600 sq ft and has 4 bedrooms. It has high ceilings, tons of natural light, and lots of room to set up lighting. There is plenty of...
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from$150/hr
Luxury Ranch-Style Production Estate
Skyline-Hillcrest Estates, Oakland, CA
5.0(22)
25Estate
Our property has a large amount of open, finished space (concrete patios and extensive wood decking) as well as nearly an acre of unmanicured open space with dry farmed fruit trees. In addition, the property has a new modern swimming pool, jacuzzi, heated pergola, firepit...
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Frequently Asked Questions
How popular are launch event venues in Oakland?
Our local hosts have welcomed 7423+ people into their launch event venues with reviews averaging 4.89 stars. Most even said they would book again -- about 98%.
How long do people rent launch event venues in Oakland?
Most launch event venues are scheduled for 5 hours, with 92 people in attendance. You’ll find the most Launch Events 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 launch event venues
Halim C.
Blank Canvas Event Space in Downtown Oakland with Natural Lighting & Industrial Decor
great space. Our launch event had 120 in attendance(standing room). We were able to set up registration and meal tables, tables and chairs provided by the space.
We requested use of a portable speaker and wireless mike, which worked perfect for making announcements.
There was access to one...
Ikeena H.
Loft with Natural Light, Brick Wall, & Kitchen
and spacious, and the host is really helpful if you get mixed up around access and other items. I enjoy doing my virtual cooking demo work here and I'm grateful that it's not too far from home. Top notch! Can't wait to book my next class...
Salt J.
Art Gallery with Private Sunny Backyard
We used this space for our launch and the space was great! The host was super responsive. Ryder who is usually onsite is a little pushy at clean up time, but overall positive vibes...
Jennifer K.
Loft with Natural Light, Brick Wall, & Kitchen
Absolutely loved it. We rented the location for a video shoot for an upcoming product launch. The day before our booking, I had a severe case of stomach flu and wasn't able to make the appointment.
David was extremely understanding and worked with me to re-schedule the...
Jennifer K.
Loft with Natural Light, Brick Wall, & Kitchen
needed to film marketing materials for a product launch and I thoroughly enjoyed using this space.
The lighting was great and everything was easy to move around to make space for filming...
Maria L.
Gorgeous Union Square Penthouse for Work or Play
booked this space for our company launch party and it was such a wonderful experience. The space is beautiful, ample and our guests were blown away by this modern, rooftop oasis in the heart of San Francisco! The views from the terrace are stunning by day or night. Andrew...
Conchita M.
Modern & open industrial space + lounge and patio
location is easy to find and not far at all from the freeway. Parking was a breeze for us. We hosted a private intimate launch event for our business Mercurydeliveryinc.com to showcase our many products. Had around 30 guests and everyone was comfortable and fit perfectly. We arrived an...
Aj M.
Open Theater Space in Uptown Oakland
hosted an album release party here & I loved the space, all of my guests were raving about how nice it was. The venue is also ADA accessible which is wonderful. Colleen was very helpful to me. I would definitely recommend...
Aj M.
Beautiful Loft Space in Uptown Oakland
hosted my EP release party here. Colleen & her team were so sweet, responsive and accommodating. I so appreciated the space & would def book again...
Jonathan M.
Creative Event Studio with Natural Light (Blackout Avail.)
This space was amazing. It was perfect for my launch party. John and Elliot and all the rest of the hosts were so accommodating and really helped make my event the best it could be! The success of the event doesn’t happen without them for sure...
Casey R.
Industrial Chic Event Venue
Responsive staff, state of the art technology and beautiful venue!! My launch event was a major success!!
Casey
Marjon S.
Urban Wine Bar in West Oakland's upcoming Prescott Area
This place is amazing and so low key! I had a launch event for my Cosmetics brand and it went very well. The people that work there are great hosts and Monty (the owner) is a great easy going guy. I would definitely recommend booking this place! It...
Megan S.
Modern Coffee Bar and Art Gallery in Uptown Oakland
This was a wonderful venue for my book launch! Maria was responsive and helpful, and the space is just gorgeous
Akeem S.
Modern Coffee Bar and Art Gallery in Uptown Oakland
Tertulia and their crew were absolutely amazing! we hosted our launch party on a Sunday evening and they were very helpful in making our event a success! If you are looking for a friendly host a comfortable and creative space I cannot recommend them enough...
Joscelyn W.
Modern Midsize Conference Room
Perfect for private's product demo
Chanell J. W.
Spacious Coffeehouse with Lake View
in booking it for a future event. I will definitely book this venue again...the location, staff and setting was perfect for my CD release mixer and it was kid friendly which my guest and I loved. Thank you Kedar and Crew.
Chanell J. Wilson...
Azeem W.
Downtown Performance Space w/ Brick Walls, Skylights, & Stage
needs of the event. Audrey, booking agent for the space, was also super responsive to messages and requests as well. I had a album release show here and the intimate vibe was perfect for the occasion...
La Kesha W.
Spacious Industrial Warehouse Event Venue
would definitely book with this host again. I hosted a furniture launch and just as advertised, the space was perfect. Because I only saw the space once before I actually had a spatial plan drawn out, I had to go back to measure to make sure everything would work...
Rylan W.
Spacious Gallery with Bar in Nice Neighborhood
This was the best event space I could have asked for to accomidate my book launch.
Rene was incredibly communicative and helped out getting everything situated ahead of time for setup.
Space was perfect and private...
Qimei Z.
Creative Downtown Amphitheater Space
We host a demo open house for our company, we had around 70-80 ppl came over, this place was great! we had a great night! Charlie took a video to show me how is this place, it looks just the same! very nice...