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Ballroom
Downtown Oakland, CA200 guests
Welcome to our elegant and versatile ballroom located on vibrant West Grand Avenue in Oakland. This spacious venue is ideal for weddings, receptions, private parties, corporate events, performances, and community gatherings. The ballroom features an open layout that can be easily customized for seated dinners,…
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$300
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5 hr min
Charming Outdoor Montclair Mural Garden
Montclair, Oakland, CA5.0 (3)
80 guests
…the large murals on the west and east ends pop after dark. A high-end sound system including a mixing board to accommodate live music and wireless microphones for vocal performances and speakers is included. Use of separate men's and women's locker rooms and bathrooms is included.…
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$150
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3 hr min
Professional Performance & Events Venue
El Cerrito, CA5.0 (16)
45 guests
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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$150
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3 hr min
The Santuary (Spacious Event Space with Audio/Music Set Up)
Alameda, CA5.0 (1)
98 guests
…inviting atmosphere, the Sanctuary can accommodate up to 100 people. A microphone and amplifier system is available, making the space well-suited for live music , sound baths, and spoken word events.
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$125
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1 hr min
Garden Event Space
West Oakland, Oakland (CA), CA56 guests
Our Garden Event Space has an incredible Garden Event Space! It is great for meetings, art exhibits, live music , DJ dance parties, strategic planning sessions, day retreats, outdoor dining, and private parties. It includes: - 10ft x 14 ft stage…
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$200
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4 hr min
SF Chinatown Multiuse Venue
Chinatown, San Francisco, CA5.0 (1)
60 guests
Snuggled in the heart of San Francisco Chinatown, the historical venue is walking distance to Union Square and SF Downtown Financial District. The venue is easily accessible by public transportation, and has public garages nearby. Once the Salvation Army Church, the venue was internationally known…
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$225
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2 hr min
Charming Event Space - Fruitvale
Fruitvale, Oakland, CA150 guests
This large event space is perfect for a variety of large-scale events and performances. This space comes up with large kitchen for catering as well as large Performance Stage equipped with large projector and audiovisual and recording equipment for broadcasting to wider audience. - Food…
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$250
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2 hr min
Full Buyout Historic Downtown Bar & Music Venue
Lower Nob Hill, San Francisco, CA5.0 (4)
125 guests
Located in a one-of-a-kind, 110 year old building protected by the National Historical Society, our bar and event space is a truly unique relic of old San Francisco, complete with the original mosaic tile floor from 1915. We play regular host to epic birthdays, wedding…
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$400
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6 hr min
Historic Opera House With A Beautiful And Versatile Indoor/outdoor Event Space Featuring A Proscenium Stage And An Open Auditorium With A Capacity Of Up To 300 Guests
Bayview, San Francisco, CA296 guests
An open auditorium with a capacity of up to 300 guests, featuring a proscenium stage. We prioritize arts-focused events. Rentable Spaces: Main Theater Kitchen Patio/Balcony Dressing Rooms (2) Classroom Outdoor Stage Private Lot Amenities: Private parking for 17 vehicles State-of-the-art D&B technical equipment available for…
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$150
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5 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…
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$125
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4 hr min
Multi Level Entertainment Event Space Located in SF
Tenderloin, San Francisco, CA200 guests
Multi level entertainment venue is available for public and private events on Sundays and Mondays. We are located in the heart of San Francisco. Our venue features a large performance stage, state of the art sound and lighting and plenty of seating. Our staff is…
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$500
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4 hr min
Downtown Oakland Event Space
Northgate - Waverly, Oakland, CA5.0 (4)
150 guests
This ground-floor, street-facing space on Telegraph Ave offers 2,145 sq ft of flexible, open layout , perfect for meetings, networking events, fitness classes, workshops, AI/tech gatherings, private parties, and more. The space includes one large main room and two smaller adjacent rooms, giving you options…
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$125
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2 hr min
Vibey Downtown Studio
Downtown Oakland, CA5.0 (9)
50 guests
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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$100
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4 hr min
Redwood Park at Transamerica Pyramid | Outdoor Experiences | 1000
Financial District, San Francisco, CA1000 guests
At the base of the Transamerica Pyramid, Redwood Park is an outdoor destination unlike anything else in San Francisco. Fifty Santa Cruz Coastal Redwoods, planted here in 1973 and maintained as a landmark of the city ever since, form a living canopy above a performance…
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$11,250
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8 hr min
Scenic Bayfront Theater with Golden Gate Bridge View
Fort Mason, San Francisco, CA5.0 (7)
194 guests
Located along the San Francisco waterfront in the historic Fort Mason Center between Fisherman’s Wharf and the Golden Gate Bridge, the 194-seat Bayfront Theater is the ideal place to hold a performance, conference, or gathering. The theater features a modern proscenium, auditorium-quality seating, a concessions…
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$525
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3 hr min
Ciel Studio 4: Spacious Berkeley Natural Light Event Space
Southwest Berkeley, CA5.0 (6)
120 guests
PLEASE NOTE: There is an 8 hour minimum on event rentals Event Space Details - Approx. 2000 sq ft (48' x 42.5') - Option to expand space to 3000 sq ft - 23’ high ceilings (to the support beams above) - Distribution box with 100…
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$550
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10 hr min
Full buyout venue with full bar in Oakland
Downtown Oakland, CA5.0 (1)
75 guests
Welcome to our charming and versatile restaurant space located on vibrant **West Grand Avenue in **Oakland. This warm, modern venue is perfect for private events, pop-ups, meetings, celebrations, and creative gatherings. The space features a welcoming dining area with flexible seating, making it easy to…
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$200
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5 hr min
Creative Multi use space hall near lake 5 min from downtown
Merritt, Oakland, CA5.0 (1)
60 guests
Open concept spacious and versatile 1,600 sq ft. multi-use event space designed for creative events, film or music releases or even traditional small birthdays, baby showers, engagement, baptisms, and more. (Backdrops pictured are only for examples and will not be set up for specific events).…
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$119
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4 hr min
Bright + Flexible SOMA Studio for Events, Workshops, and Gatherings
SoMa, San Francisco, CA5.0 (11)
150 guests
Decentered Studio is a 1,700 sq ft creative event space and photo studio in San Francisco's SoMa neighborhood. Housed in a 1927 factory loft with exposed beams and huge window banks, it's a bright, flexible, blank-canvas venue for photo and video shoots, performances, workshops, fundraisers,…
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$160
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2 hr min
Full Floor Level 2 – Uptown Event Floor with Theater & Game Lounge
Downtown Oakland, CA350 guests
Take over an entire event floor in Uptown Oakland. This blank-canvas floor gives you room for a conference, speaker panel, product launch, gala, pop-up market or company party, with a custom layout built around your event. The floor includes a theater-style presentation area for keynotes…
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$900
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1 hr min
Rainbow Room and Performance Space
Mint Hill, San Francisco, CA5.0 (1)
250 guests
Overview The Rainbow Room is our auditorium and main event space. Since renovations in 2017, the Rainbow Room has gained floor-to-ceiling windows that look out onto Market Street. Completely reconfigurable, the space is perfect for all large-scale events, from banquets to dance parties. The Rainbow…
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$286
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4 hr min
Plant Paradise in the Heart of Longfellow
Longfellow, Oakland, CA5.0 (4)
50 guests
This Arts Space is a vibrant new art venue in the heart of North Oakland's Longfellow neighborhood. An opulant plant paradise equipped with a musical back line and PA system, it's the perfect place for: Birthday Parties Corporate Events Rehearsals Workshops Photo Shoots Video Shoots…
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$150
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4 hr min
On Page Street
Lower Haight, San Francisco, CA5.0 (7)
160 guests
Welcome to Unity San Francisco—where personal growth, creativity, 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…
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$650
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5 hr min
Bright, Spacious Studio for Meetings, Workshops and Parties
West Oakland, CA5.0 (4)
85 guests
Ideal for workshops, retreats, team meetings, company off-sites, parties, salons, photoshoots, screening and more! A dynamic 8,000 sq ft multi-purpose facility with soaring 28’ ceilings, expansive windows, lighting and audio systems, and ADA accessible, gender inclusive facilities. Available spaces: 2 large studios (West & East),…
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$130
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4 hr min
Beautiful Historic Berkeley Chapel & Event Venue
South Berkeley, CA250 guests
Step into a truly unique Berkeley venue with the charm, character, and atmosphere of a historic chapel. The Chapel of the Flowers offers a distinctive setting for weddings, private celebrations, parties, photo and video productions, memorials, community gatherings, corporate events, and other special occasions. Located…
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$250
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3 hr min
Downtown Oakland's Destination
Downtown Oakland, CA5.0 (1)
250 guests
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…
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$125
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4 hr min
Radio and Broadcasting Museum: 'Great Room' + Outdoor Pavillion
Alameda, CA4.9 (15)
75 guests
The CHRS Great Room is a versatile and historic space ideal for hosting events such as corporate meetings, private parties, and workshops. Surrounded by beautifully preserved artifacts of electronic communication, the venue offers a unique and memorable setting for any occasion. With customizable layouts, modern…
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$150
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4 hr min
Beautiful, Light-filled Aerial Studio/Event Space in North Beach
North Beach, San Francisco, CA5.0 (1)
100 guests
Located in a brick-and-timber building in the heart of San Francisco's North Beach neighborhood, our venue features exposed brick walls, 18ft+ ceilings, concrete floors and lots of natural light. Formerly a local bakery for decades, the space is now an aerial arts studio and an…
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$350
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3 hr min
Historic Speakeasy Music Venue & Organic Restaurant in Touristic North Beach
North Beach, San Francisco, CA60 guests
…menus — your choice • Full bar service — cocktails, wine, and spirits, also creative N/A cocktails • Stage & sound for live music , dance, or your own program • A warm, bohemian atmosphere where history, art, and community converge For larger events, our second…
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$175
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4 hr min
Creative Daylight Loft Space Dance Yoga Studio
Mid-Market, San Francisco, CA4.9 (318)
50 guests
Flex Space / Dayligth Studio / Dance Studio / Yoga Studio / Event Venue and more! This naturally lit creative space is perfect for a wide range of activities! (The daylight floods the space through the skylight ALL DAY) Our stunning studio located at 1067…
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$35
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1 hr min
Art Deco Room In a Historic SF building (Event Bookings)
Financial District, San Francisco, CA5.0 (5)
100 guests
…areas accommodating groups from 25 to 200+ guests. Monroe occupies the original home of The Jazz Workshop, one of San Francisco’s defining live music rooms of the late 1950s and 60s. Opened in 1957 in North Beach, it became a West Coast stronghold for modern jazz…
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$200
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3 hr min
Unique Vibey Intimate Downtown Event Space
Downtown Oakland, CA50 guests
Want to perform with your own guest list? A dance party? Comedy night? Movie experience? Mahjong night? Want a space to host a company party, birthday, baby shower? The possibilities are endless. If you dream it, we can build it (within reason, of course). Baba's…
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$555
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3 hr min
Creative Space in Downtown Oakland
Downtown Oakland, CA4.7 (10)
75 guests
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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$150
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2 hr min
Cottage Studio Space
Alameda, CA5.0 (6)
60 guests
The Cottage at The Home of Truth is a spacious, light-filled retreat ideal for gatherings that invite movement, creativity, and connection. With a warm ambiance, wood floors, and natural light, this versatile space is perfect for yoga or dance classes, sound baths, meditations, drum circles,…
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$100
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1 hr min
South Park Multi-Level Loft with Rooftop Deck
South Beach, San Francisco, CA300 guests
This vibrant four-level venue sits in the heart of South Park, one of San Francisco's most concentrated startup and VC neighborhoods. The ground floor is a stage-ready event space with professional AV, microphones, and a projector, perfect for product launches, panels, and community nights. Downstairs,…
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$600
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2 hr min
Lake Merritt Outdoor Lot with Vibe – Great for Pop-Ups & Grilling
Merritt, oakland, CA100 guests
This gated outdoor lot is a versatile urban space located just steps from Lake Merritt. It sits behind a neighborhood storefront on a high-visibility corner, bordered by Park Blvd and 4th Avenue. The lot is perfect for pop-up events, food trucks, community gatherings, small outdoor…
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$100
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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 October 2026.
How much does a live music venue cost to rent in Oakland?
Live music venues in Oakland average $75 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 $114, whereas larger venues run about $354 per hour.
live music venues Pricing Range in Oakland, CA
Graphic displaying average hourly rates for live music venues venues in Oakland, ranging between $114 and $354.
$75/hr average
How long do people rent live music venues in Oakland?
Most live music venues are scheduled for 7 hours, with 54 people in attendance. You’ll find the most Live Music starting between 2:00 PM and 3:00 PM.
live music venues Booking Times in Oakland, CA
Image representing average rental time for live music venues in Oakland, emphasizing most start between 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM.
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
11:00 AM6:00 PM
How popular are live music venues in Oakland?
Our local hosts have welcomed 1738 people into their live music venues with reviews averaging 4.75 stars. Most even said they would book again -- about 97%.
What's the best day to rent a live music venue in Oakland?
Saturdays are the most popular day for booking live music venues in Oakland. For those seeking a deal, consider booking Monday and Wednesday as these days are 8% cheaper on average.
Reviews for live music venues
Jerry G.
Downtown black box theater
artwork to the retro decor. We had drinks and served food in the bar area then moved to the theater where we had live music. I highly recommend this venue to anyone throwing a party or having a social event...
George W.
Full Venue In a Historic SF building (Event Bookings)
Great service. Sarah and staff were awesome. Amazing venue for private events and live music
Mary J.
Spacious Union Square Contemporary Gallery in Historic Building
space. This was the best place we've ever rented. We hosted our holiday party here and the space was phenomenal. We had live music, a bar and a catering station. People still had room to dance and socialize. I highly recommend this Gallery...
Matt R.
Pop Up Gallery and Event Space in SOMA
Laura's space was PERFECT! We hosted an event with live music & short film screenings, and it was magical.
Laura made the set-up process super easy, she invited me over to tour the space ahead of time, and it was an absolute delight to work...
Alex S.
Russian Hill Mansion with Alcatraz and Bridge views for your dream event. Af full service venue.
hosting at your rich aunt’s mansion. Tibor Szabo, the site manager was fantastic to work with and had wonderful suggestions for food, live music, performers, and photography. In fact, he arranged everything for me, so it made my job a breeze. The party was such...
Andrew A.
Iconic North Beach Gathering Space
without a hitch. The ambience of the room is perfect for creating a cozy, festive mood and the sccoustics are very good for live music. The art on the walls is tasteful and helps guests realize they are in s San Francisco historical treasure that should...
Laura L.
Beautiful Intimate Event Venue
had a great time. Best party ever. The place is perfect. I had 45 guests. All very comfortable, seating and dancing. I had live music playing it was awesome. I highly recommend this venue. Five out of five stars...
Jameel B.
Versatile and Spacious Meeting Space
Hosted a blanket drive here along with live music. The room has real natural warm tones. Only thing, if you plan on having 40 max be careful not exceed the limit, they are very serious about that. Seeming as the room is mostly utilized for small...
Monica M.
All Day Private Event Space- Hidden Gem, Industrial Sheek
from the beginning to the end of the process.
The space is a hidden gem for sure. Our guests loved the venue and the live music.
The best part of the party was their truly farm to table food experience. The flavors were exquisite, and...
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...
Tye W.
Sophisticated Lounge in Fillmore District
food and drink for our guests. Despite being in an apartment complex the event felt very private. We were able to stream a live music event on the main television and everyone really enjoyed them selves. I highly recommend this space for business or for pleasure...
Nico P.
Downtown San Bruno Meeting, Performance and Gathering Venue
Place was perfect for our first live music show would definitely recommend and keep in mind for future events. Victor was a cool guy and was very supportive thanks a lot man...
Nicholas H.
Large Wide Open Studio Space (1800 sq ft) with High Ceilings, Sprung Dance Floor and Grand Piano
helpful and accommodating. Very professional and friendly! I will definitely book this space in the future next time I need to do a live music video shoot...
Tierra I.
SF Garage Event Space w/ Huge Wall Mural + Creative Studio
found the perfect space for my first party 🎉 Everything worked out we had a piñata’s and played Valentine’s Day bingo with live music 🎶 I had 20 people we had a great time ! THANK YOU MIKE 5 stars...
Totiana W.
SF Garage Meeting Space w/ Huge Wall Mural + Creative Studio
Wow, such an amazing experience and venue. We had 3 levels of entertainment, an outdoor balcony and fire place. It easily accommodated about 30 of us. We had live music and a PlayStation game area. It was really awesome and I would definitely book again...
John G.
Pro Photo & Video Studio in Emeryville/N. Oakland | Loads of Rental Gear
went 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...
Syren J.
Natural Light Filled Studio in the Heart of North Beach
Beautiful space. Very bright, even during a summer evening. Acoustics were great for live music
Tony L.
Modern, Stylish Plant Shop with Elevated Ceilings
the restroom.
2. Venue offers a natural "bar" area for food and/or drinks. We ended up setting up a bartender there and it was perfect.
3. Venue has Google Nest audio. It's inconspicuous but provides nice ambient music.
4. Venue has a backroom...
Artpärdē I.
Photo/Video Studio w/ Natural Light (Blackout Avail.)
Jettison Creative is lovely, light-filled, adaptable space. It was perfect for our Artist Mixer with live music, dance, and painting in an intimate setting. The staff is very knowledgable and we will definitely be returning...
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