How much does a networking event venue cost to rent in Oakland?
Networking event venues in Oakland average $163 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$30/hr
Private professional meeting space
Downtown Oakland, CA
5.0(2)
8Meeting Room
You'll enjoy private access to our modern 8 person conference room. It includes state-of-the-art equipment and capabilities plus free WIFI and free local and long distance calls. All our meeting facilities come with a thoroughly trained, professional support staff available to assist with your questions...
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from$250/hr
Beautiful Rooftop Deck & Modern Gallery Suite
Downtown Oakland, CA
200
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 an...
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from$100/hr
Telegraph Suite: Beautiful Gallery & Event Space In Downtown Oakland
Downtown Oakland, CA
4.3(18)
30Event Space
1500 sq ft space, that can accommodate multiple purposes including private meetings, workshops, trainings, conferences, exhibits, and events. The Gallery space is a self contained suite, offering even more privacy for groups that require exclusive space for a long session. /// ROOM INCLUDES /// • 3...
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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$150/hr
Downtown Gallery & Event Space
Downtown Oakland, CA
150
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...
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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$35/hr
Merritt Meeting Room: Versatile Multimedia Meeting Room
Downtown Oakland, CA
4.8(227)
15Meeting 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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from$200/hr
Downtown Retro Vinyl Record Cocktail bar and Art Gallery
Downtown Oakland, CA
5.0(11)
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(9)
75Gallery
...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$650/hr
Downtown Wine Bar and Lounge with a Modern and Minimalist Design
Downtown Oakland, CA
75
Wine Bar
...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 showing in...
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from$80/hr
Spacious & Versatile Production Studio Space in Downtown Oakland
Downtown Oakland, CA
4.9(63)
15Conference Room
Welcome to our amazing Film & Photo Studio Studio | Available 7-days a week - 24/7 1900 ft² of amazing video/photo production space, including the lobby and two prop rooms with furniture, art, and decoration props. No additional charges to use our furniture and props...
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from$89/hr
Lake Merritt Luxury Gallery/venue/showroom
Cleveland Heights, Oakland, CA
5.0(18)
50Gallery
We have a beautiful thousand square-foot space with loft area overloooking Lake Merritt. Beautiful big windows with a lot of direct sunlight. The space is perfect for hosting art galleries, listening parties, merchandise pop-ups baby showers, podcast, yoga etc. LED lighting with up to 16,000...
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from$200/hr
2 Story Lounge & Event Space
Downtown Oakland, CA
175
Event Space
...multi-level event space and social club with an onsite bar and food service available. We host private events, corporate events, networking events, nonprofit events, political fundraisers, workshops and more. Security and Bartenders are able to be provided at your request. Additions Available: • Lounge chairs...
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from$150/hr
Blank Canvas Event Space in Downtown Oakland with Natural Lighting & Industrial Decor
Downtown Oakland, CA
4.7(6)
140Event Space
Scene is a flexible event venue and meeting space, located in Downtown Oakland, on 12th and Harrison. Our space serves as a blank canvas to businesses and individuals in the community looking to celebrate important milestones such as weddings, baby showers, cultural gatherings, corporate events...
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from$200/hr
Rent My Huge Church! Sanctuary
Ivy Hill, Oakland, CA
5.0(14)
600Community Center
Church of All Faiths. ...Access • Stage • Natural Light • Wifi • Janitorial & Catering Services • Tablecloths • Great Location Uses: • Events • Special Events • Birthday Parties • Family Reunion • Fundraisers • Corporate Event / Networking Trade Show • Live Performance / Concert • Holiday Party • Bridal / Baby Shower • Receptions • Launch Party • Product Launch • Wedding • Pop-Up...
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from$174/hr
Art and Design Studio Loft
Oakland Ave - Harrison St, CA
4.9(173)
20Live / Work Loft
Large industrial studio loft run by artist and interior/prop stylist. 1800sf flex space featuring exposed brick walls, hand painted details and original artwork. 10' ceilings, concrete floors, large windows, full kitchen and bath. Long marble conference/dining table, huge flat screen monitor and comfy furniture. 2...
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from$73/hr
Loft with Natural Light, Brick Wall, & Kitchen
West Oakland, CA
4.9(380)
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$95/hr
A zen open space in the Temescal District with lots of natural lighting!
Temescal, Oakland, CA
5.0(2)
40Yoga Studio
The studio is ideal for yoga, dance; movement classes and workshops and art shows. If tables and chairs are rented, this space can be used for a private party, dinner, retreat meetings, even events like Paint & Sip! Original hardwood floors, huge street facing windows...
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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$175/hr
Intimate Patio Event Space
Piedmont Avenue, Oakland, CA
5.0(117)
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$60/hr
Photography Studio with Included Lighting Assistance
West Oakland, CA
4.6(184)
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$260/hr
Gorgeous Warhol Studio for Private Events
West Oakland, CA
4.9(16)
125Dance Studio
We are a multi-use flex space located in West Oakland. Our clean, open studio is approximately 2100 sq. ft. and is the perfect blank canvas for video shoots, fundraisers, & celebrations. Guests will have access to this studio as well as the bathroom and lounge...
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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
Sun-Drenched Modern Haven: Your Ultimate Setting for Photo and Video Creation
Longfellow, Oakland, CA
4.9(39)
15House
Come into this wonderfully decorated and updated home! This house is originally a beautiful Craftsman (still touched with inlaid wooden floors and curved arched doorways and windows) with modern updates and excellent decor that can be found in Dwell magazine. The house is wonderfully charming...
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from$135/hr
NYC Style Event Loft in Oakland
West Oakland, CA
4.9(164)
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$120/hr
Spanish Revival Oakland Lower Hills Home Perfect for Photo and Video Shoots
Trestle Glen, Oakland, CA
5.0(4)
15House
Nestled in the lower hills of Oakland, this home is a split level 1920's Spanish Revival and maintains classic character with modern elements. The main living space is very bright with natural light and period details, including several large original oval windows in the living...
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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
...we should 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...
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from$199/hr
Beautiful Urban Heated Patio Area for Events
Rockridge, Oakland, CA
5.0(18)
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$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$125/hr
Traditional Oakland Cottage with Beautiful Garden + Tree House
Dimond District, Oakland, CA
5.0(71)
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$75/hr
Sunny, Art-Filled Oakland Loft
Golden Gate, Oakland, CA
4.9(97)
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$100/hr
Gorgeous East bay Natural Light Photo Studio
South Kennedy Tract, Oakland, CA
4.8(32)
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$125/hr
Spacious Oakland Hills Farmhouse
Redwood Heights, Oakland, CA
5.0(44)
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. Its a great space...
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from$115/hr
Versatile Event Loft Space
Coliseum Industrial, Oakland, CA
5.0(65)
30Event Space Loft
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 • Television, Microphones, Speakers • Music Rules: DJ and amplified music is...
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from$300/hr
Wellness Retreat: Luxury Ranch-Style Estate
Skyline-Hillcrest Estates, Oakland, CA
5.0(22)
35Estate
**Creative & Professional Use Only - Smaller gatherings OK - please contact owner to discuss specifics. No Large Parties - No Exceptions** Our property has a large amount of open, finished space (concrete patios and extensive wood decking) as well as nearly an acre of...
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Frequently Asked Questions
How popular are networking event venues in Oakland?
Our local hosts have welcomed 329132+ people into their networking event venues with reviews averaging 4.89 stars. Most even said they would book again -- about 98%.
How long do people rent networking event venues in Oakland?
Most networking event venues are scheduled for 6 hours, with 53 people in attendance. You’ll find the most Networking Events starting between 1:00 PM and 2:00 PM.
Pricing and popularity information in this section is based on proprietary data from bookings made on Peerspace from 2016-2024.
Reviews for networking event venues
Jazmin Victoria H.
International Suite: Large Gallery Offsite Space
Handicapped accessible with elevator and convenient bathrooms. We enjoyed the art in the space too. Was a super smooth experience for a 45 person networking meeting with small group breakouts. Easy location is right by the 19th Street BART.
When you book: Bring some signage to direct attendees down into...
Onyi O.
Waterfront Jack London Square space in lovely Oakland
and take pictures on the day. We set up the space in a way that allowed for ample room to play our games and mingle throughout the evening. I think the price and space was definitely worth it! For any event, this space will work just perfectly...
Cicely L.
Offsite Meeting Space with Whiteboard
was clean and had everything we need. The internet was a little wonky but I texted Raitis and he told me to join another network and it was solved quickly...
Joshua C.
Sawmill Studio Loft
was exactly as expected. Sarah was kind enough to do an in person scout with our DP, a virtual scout with our Production Sound Mixer, and she sent us a video tour. Definitely enough space for multiple setups. She was responsive on Peerspace, by email, and by phone and text...
Rupa R.
Spectacular Buyout of Uptown Oakland Wedding and Event Venue
Iso was great and gracious! We loved the space. We used it for a mixer event for 100 teachers. Would use it again! Patio is great for the summer/fall...
Jessie W.
The Lookout in FiDi
We really liked the space, it was perfect for our job fair. The hosts were very accommodating and responsive. The space was as advertised and very well-maintained...
Sophia C.
Elegant Uptown Lounge Bar
of anything that could come up, i know that all my guests were super impressed. The Space set up is perfect for people to mingle or choose their own corner to hang out. Elegant, modern, and so close to BART.
Thank you, Nathan and team...
Lauren S.
Gorgeous Warhol Studio for Private Events
employers commented on how beautiful it was - and Anthony was incredibly helpful (getting there early to open up, putting on music for our coffee networking hour, etc.). We will definitely book again...
Erin M.
Modern Coffee Bar and Art Gallery in Uptown Oakland
Very cool space, perfect for our networking reception. Maria and her staff was very hospitable and checked many times to make sure we had everything we needed. Would definitely book here again...
Jessica B.
Open Large Studio/Meeting Room in Sherman Oaks
Our job fair was a huge success and the space worked perfectly! Alan's assistant was helpful in assisting us with supplies we needed for setting up the venue. Would book again for our next event! Thank you...
Hillary C.
Spacious Coffeehouse with Lake View
bright, roomy, but cozy. And love the decor. Lots of tables, which was perfect for creating different zones for food, cake, games, coloring, eating, mingling, etc. We used the space for a children's birthday party, but it would be great for lots of other types of events, too. The...
Maricris B D.
Spacious Coffeehouse with Lake View
shower. Our guests commented on the lovely space. It was the perfect amount of space & the layout aloud for different areas for people to mingle together. I would definitely consider using this space again for throwing a party...
Chanell J. W.
Spacious Coffeehouse with Lake View
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...
Adriana H.
Modern Gallery in Downtown Santa Ana
The venue space was amazing for our small job fair. Laura was an amazing host and we will definitely be returning
Julia V.
Intimate Patio Event Space
accommodating and all around incredible to work with. The venue really is a true "oasis," and is so welcoming. The flow is incredible for mingling and sitting and the bar area is a wonderful anchor to the space. As is the private restroom - such a nice to have for...
Patraya L.
Beautiful Urban Heated Patio Area for Events
Sorry for the late review but we LOVED this space.
We hosted an small after work mixer for a group of 40 and had a really good time. We were allowed to bring small bites and have access to their bar.
The space is perfect for our vision and will...
Alan G.
Mid-Century Craftsman Home with Skyline View
Brandon was totally responsive and the space worked out perfectly. We did a TV network on-camera interview
Mariano R.
Sun-Drenched Modern Haven: Your Ultimate Setting for Photo and Video Creation
house where kitchen is located (south facing)
Sound: Manageable acoustics. Some exterior sound typical of a family neighborhood. No major issues from our sound mixer
Stylist: Our stylist appreciated the many style choices within the home for props, furniture, practical lighting, etc.
Overall: highly recommend...
Steven G.
Spanish Revival Oakland Lower Hills Home Perfect for Photo and Video Shoots
We had a fantastic experience on our video production (network tv documentary shoot) from our first contact through the end of our shoot day. Jodi and Francis were great to work with and the location worked perfectly for our needs - which required multiple looks. I highly recommend...
Sruti B.
A zen open space in the Temescal District with lots of natural lighting!
communicate with Shakira to check out the space beforehand / ask questions. Would definitely recommend for private yoga or fitness classes, baby showers, or other mingling events...