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Pricing and popularity information in this section is based on proprietary Peerspace booking data, reflecting recent booking activity and the latest data available through March 2026.

How much does a small party venue cost to rent in Oakland?

Small party 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.

What's the best day to rent a small party venue in Oakland?

Saturdays are the most popular day for booking small party venues in Oakland. For those seeking a deal, consider booking Monday and Saturday as these days are 8% cheaper on average.

How popular are small party venues in Oakland?

Our local hosts have welcomed 12258 people into their small party venues with reviews averaging 4.95 stars. 100% of guests said they'd book again.

How long do people rent small party venues in Oakland?

Most small party venues are scheduled for 5 hours, with 45 people in attendance. You’ll find the most Small Parties starting between 3:00 PM and 4:00 PM.

Reviews for small party venues

Sofia A.
Downtown Retro Vinyl Record Cocktail bar and Art Gallery
Best venue for my 30th birthday! Perfect for my private party of 30 people. The bartender was so nice and excellent. I hired a dj and it fit perfectly in the venue. The venue has a great aesthetic. There was space for a table for my food...
Kathleen B.
Prime Location Meeting/Events Space @ the Wharf
Ellie is an excellent hostess and the space is perfect for a small event
Tica B.
Offsite Meeting Space with Whiteboard
look see" before the actual date of my event. It was totally not needed it is such a perfect place for the small events that I host. The location is perfect for attendees using public transportation as well as available parking. This will be my first...
Jessica D.
Modern Coffee Bar and Art Gallery in Uptown Oakland
Fantastic space for a small and intimate gathering of 50-70 people; guests really loved it -- it's access to Bart, walkability, coziness, and friendly and warm vibe. The owner, Maria Sanchez, is really accommodating and easy to work with...
Rahul D.
Private Loft in Music Venue with full bar
We held a private event in their upstairs space, and complimented the bar tab with street tacos that they help coordinate. The venue has a cool vibe, and the staff is very friendly and helpful. Will look forward to coming here again...
Karen D.
Telegraph Urban Space
Very nice little space for a small, intimate gathering. We really appreciated having access to ice machine & refrigerator. Also loved that there was a couch for guests to sit on. There did appear to be a small leak in the bathroom. Hostess was very pleasant...
Stephanie E.
Sunny, charming space steps away from Lake Merritt with one parking spot
had a wonderful experience at this little gem near the lake. It was perfect for my small gathering of colleagues. The space is clean, calming, and has lots of bright light. If you are looking for an affordable working space, this location is perfect! I can...
Claire J.
Elegant California Event Ballroom
We reserved this space for our company holiday party for approximately 120 people. The venue manager, Paul was great to work with. The event itself went off without a hitch and the space was the perfect size for our group. It felt cozy and intimate without feeling cramped...
Christina K.
Spacious Coffeehouse with Lake View
had my baby shower at a better place. The space was perfect and the host was so kind. I would highly recommend hosting small events here. We had about 40people attend and it was great...
Selina L.
Loft with Natural Light, Brick Wall, & Kitchen
This space is perfect for photoshoots and small gathering events. There is plenty of natural light with beautiful kitchen space, dining area. Owners were very flexible and great to work with...
Ella N.
Downtown Historic Firehouse Event Space
Nice space, the host was super helpful in getting us everything we needed. There was a small hiccup when we arrived to set up for our event (the security guard wasn't able to enter the building and we wound up locked out for 10-15 mins...
Sean N.
Rooftop deck with views of The Town.
was looking for an outdoor venue to celebrate my wife's 40th birthday with a small group of friends. Due to COVID, it was important to us that the venue was outdoors, clean, and allowed for social distancing. I was so pleased I found this space! This venue...
Katie P.
Indoor / Outdoor Cafe & Patio
The space was beautiful! We hosted a small, intimate party here and it was everything we needed. The space was clean and inviting and made the most of the beautiful outdoor twinkle lights with the summertime weather. All-in-all a great, positive experience...
Nicholette R.
Downtown Open Space w/ Natural Light (Guest Chooses Setup)
This space was very nice. I appreciated Nicholas's communication and care with accommodating my needs, which included privacy for a small women's gathering...
Amber S.
Kinfolx Gallery
comfortable space with wonderful, helpful staff who ensured that no one outside of our group was gently informed that it was a private event when they missed the sign on the door. Great coffee and food and even tho I didn't get to drink any wine...
Collette W.
Indoor / Outdoor Cafe & Patio
it has a patio that spills into a small parking lot (separated by a lovely herb garden), and for maximum security you can pull the gate closed. But the street itself is relatively quiet, even for my Saturday night party. Thank you so much for providing the...
Kathryn W.
Downtown City Center Oakland Photo Video Studio Art Gallery Fashion Show
up and break down from our party. I would definitely recommend this venue to anyone looking for a space to host a small event...
Dominique W.
Osumare Suite: Luxurious Meeting Loft in Downtown Oakland
Marcus was the host for the evening and he was super helpful. The space is ideal for meetings and small gatherings. They had everything we needed and more. High recommend...
Jeanie Y.
Waterfront Jack London Square space in lovely Oakland
This was a great space for our recent event. It was clean, organized, and easy to get to. The kitchen was perfect for our small group cooking workshop and there was plenty of space for our other activities. Paul was a great host and worked with our...
Samira Z.
Downtown City Center Oakland Photo Video Studio Art Gallery Fashion Show
The venue was really cute, and spacious. Definitely would recommend it to anyone wanting to throw a private event for any occasion! Leon was a great host, very accommodating. He even helped us to setup and cleanup, which was greatly needed since it was my first time...

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Updated February 26, 2026Our data is refreshed in real time using booking trends, verified guest reviews, and direct partner updates — with additional quality checks from our team.