Top 1st Birthday Party Venues in Oakland, CA
Are you trying to make their first birthday feel truly special? Oakland’s 1st birthday venues offer creative play spaces, sunny gardens, and welcoming halls where little milestones get big smiles. Picture venues near Lake Merritt for picture-perfect family photos, playful rooms with space for crawling and toddling, and Uptown spots ready for a joyful cake smash. Grown-ups are covered too, with easy access, relaxed vibes, and colourful décor all around. Find your spot below so you can focus on the giggles, the hugs, and that unforgettable first slice of cake.
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from $1200
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityOutdoor Space
200 guestsRoderick's BBQOakland, CATransform our beautiful patio into your next event space! Join the sun lovers and those who love being in fresh air. Whether a birthday party or a family reunion, we’ve got the perfect furnished patio space for you!
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from $199
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityEvent Space
50 guestsKhana Peena Indian CuisineOakland, CALocated at 5316 College Ave, Oakland, CA 94618, Khana Peena Indian Cuisine offers a charismatic urban patio perfect for hosting events like birthday parties, bridal gatherings, baby showers, and receptions.
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from $65
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Restaurant
120 guestsDaughter Thai KitchenOakland, CADaughter Thai Kitchen can welcome up to 120 guests in its entire restaurant. Undeniably, this is the perfect venue for any private event, corporate function, or special celebration.
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from $2500
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityMain Space
180 guestsMirage Hall OaklandOakland, CAMirage Hall Oakland is a banqueting hall organised around a large, unobstructed open-plan floor. The defining quality is the generous clear space that supports flexible seating and circulation arrangements.
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from $450
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityRed Room
60 guestsGeoffrey's Inner CircleDowntown Oakland, CAWhether it's a birthday party, cocktail reception, or business meeting, The Red Room effortlessly adapts to your needs. Don't miss the opportunity to create lasting memories in The Red Room—book now!
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from $3000
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityBar with Parklet
150 guestsSandbarOakland, CAThere is some seating, with room for 100 standing people. You can hold private meetings, parties, and birthdays here. It's a good place for relaxing with loved ones or celebrating an important event.
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from $125
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityCharming Auditorium
200 guestsJuntos Fruitvale Cultural Arts CenterOakland, CAThis large event and performance space is suitable for concerts, performances, corporate events, community gatherings, presentations, and other large-scale functions.
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from $500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityShow Court + Game Room/Lounge
30 guestsPickle AthleticsOakland, CAShow Court + Game Room/Lounge is a semi-private sports and social space within Pickle Athletics, defined by an exhibition-style indoor court paired with an adjoining games lounge.
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from $200
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityIndoor Golf Venue
75 guestsPrimetimeDowntown Oakland, CAIdeal for corporate events, team-building activities, or golf-themed parties, the venue features advanced golf simulation technology that allows players to enjoy virtual replicas of world-famous courses.
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from $450
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityRuth Beckford Room
100 guestsGeoffrey's Inner CircleDowntown Oakland, CARuth Beckford Room is a private function room in Geoffrey's Inner Circle with a compact, period-style interior that stands apart from the venue's larger performance spaces.
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from $50
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityMulti-Purpose Studio
25 guestsCreative Space 13Downtown Oakland, CAThe room is designed with a minimalist style and modern equipment and has the possibility to control the light and the use of natural light, which is very beneficial.
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from $65
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityWhole Space
60 guestsTeni East KitchenOakland, CAWhether you're planning a birthday celebration or an intimate gathering for a casual dining experience with loved ones, this versatile space can cater to your needs.
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FAQs about Top 1st Birthday Party Venues in Oakland, CA
Booking costs of 1st birthday venues average $250 hire fee per hour. Costs vary depending on guest capacity, popularity, location, and amenities like sound systems or bar services. Extra charges may apply for custom catering, decor, or event planning services. Packages with add-ons, such as DJs, photo booths, or other entertainment services, can also increase the overall cost. Check out the typical price ranges in Oakland, based on Tagvenue data:
| Typically between $175 | and $450 | hire fee per hour |
| Typically between $500 | and $4000 | minimum spend per event |
| Typically around $60 | per person |
You'll find 1st birthday venues in various sizes, from smaller spots to larger venues; keep in mind that the type of space and your chosen layout will affect the capacity! Below you can see the typical venue sizes in Oakland, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (November 2026):
| Small | up to 50 guests | prices average $150 hire fee per hour |
| Medium | between 60 and 80 guests | prices average $2536 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 100 guests | prices average $450 hire fee per hour |
These are the venues within 0.4 mi from central Oakland, available to book on Tagvenue:
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Indoor Golf Venue at Primetime
on 306 12th Street - 0.2 mi from center.
Venue said: The venue includes a stylish lounge area with comfortable seating, where guests can relax between games. Its open layout and modern design make it a versatile space, perfect for hosting a range of events. -
Multi-Purpose Studio at Creative Space 13
on 337 13th Street - 0.3 mi from center.
Venue said: The creatively versatile and multi-functional space is constructed to accommodate a whole spectrum of professionals, creatives, and small-scale events. -
Ruth Beckford Room at Geoffrey's Inner Circle
on 410 14th Street - 0.4 mi from center.
Venue said: Features: The room includes a built-in PA system and permits external DJs or a host playlist. The room also provides Wi‑Fi and air conditioning. The room has step-free access and accessible toilets.
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Parklet at Sandbar - outdoor space for 30 guests
Venue said: Parklet is a small outdoor space owned by Sandbar. About 10 seats and a standing room await you there. You can take advantage of the bar's unique offerings. -
TOP-FLOOR LOFT-STYLE SPACE at MyGroove Design Studio - photo / film studio for 49 guests
Venue said: A PA system with wall speakers provides on-site audio playback, and the venue also offers Wi‑Fi, air conditioning and storage for production gear. Best for: Brand and lifestyle photography, on-camera interviews and small-scale... -
Photo Studio at Mick Jones Studio - photo studio for 30 guests
Venue said: Room features: Photo equipment and a PA system support still and video shoots that require playback and basic in-room audio. Wi‑Fi and mirrors assist styling and tethered workflows, and the space provides step‑free access...
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Charming Auditorium at Juntos Fruitvale Cultural Arts Center, from $125 hire fee per hour (up to 200 guests standing)
Venue said: This large event and performance space is suitable for concerts, performances, corporate events, community gatherings, presentations, and other large-scale functions. -
Parklet at Sandbar, from $25 per person (up to 30 guests standing)
Venue said: The decor is colorful and holiday-themed. You can hold small meetings here, have drinks with friends, and relax. It will work well for parties, and birthdays. -
3 Courts + Bar and Kitchen at Pickle Athletics, from $450 minimum spend per event (up to 80 guests standing)
Venue said: Location: Telegraph Avenue in Oakland sits on a commercial corridor lined with cafes, restaurants and bars that provide post-event dining and nightlife options.
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