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Top Venues that Allow BYO in Oakland, CA
Bring your own everything and Oakland’s cool with it. Tagvenue has top picks where you can bring your own drinks, snacks, and even your aunt’s famous lumpia. Want to pour your own cocktails? Hire your fave taco truck? Curate your own playlist of Too $hort and E-40 bangers? You’ve got options. No bar tab, no drama, just good vibes and full control. Keep browsing and find the best BYO venues in Oakland.
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![Event Space at Good Stock Garden in Oakland, CA]()
from $175
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityEvent Space
50 guestsGood Stock GardenOakland, CAOur Good Stock Garden is a stylish, serene, and accommodating outdoor space made for celebrating any and all milestones. Bridal and baby showers, rehearsal dinners, corporate retreats, birthdays, and the like infused the -
![Recording/Podcast Studio at Oakland Post-Production/Podcast Studio in Oakland, CA]()
from $99
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityRecording/Podcast Studio
4 guestsOakland Post-Production/Podcast StudioOakland, CASSabrina H.
“The studio felt very professional while still being fun, and they delivered the video within 24 hours.” -
![Telegraph Room at Temescal Works in Oakland, CA]()
from $125
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityTelegraph Room
25 guestsTemescal WorksOakland, CA
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JJessica W.
“The space is so welcoming with brick walls, comfy chairs, ad all the tech you need!” -
![Indoor Golf Venue at Primetime in Downtown Oakland, CA]()
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. -
![TOP-FLOOR LOFT-STYLE SPACE at MyGroove Design Studio in Oakland, CA]()
from $150
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityTOP-FLOOR LOFT-STYLE SPACE
49 guestsMyGroove Design StudioOakland, CAReserve our stunning top-floor loft-style space in Oakland: Floor-to-ceiling windows, natural light, and a versatile creative venue all in one - by the hour for off-site meetings, filming, photoshoots, and special events! -
![Rooftop Lounge at Arthaus Works in Oakland, CA]()
from $150
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityRooftop Lounge
100 guestsArthaus WorksOakland, CAOur rooftop is stylishly furnished with chic "Restoration Hardware" furniture and is designed to accommodate any event. From meetings and private events to video production, we cater to anyone who is looking to chase a stunning -
![Entire Venue at Church of All Faiths in Oakland, CA]()
from $3250
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityEntire Venue
250 guestsChurch of All FaithsOakland, CAOur church includes two spaces. The main hall is for wedding ceremonies, seminars, and presentations. Beside this area, there is an ideal space for partying! -
![Entire Venue at Maybeck Event Venue in Oakland, CA]()
from $5000
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityEntire Venue
50 guestsMaybeck Event VenueOakland, CAIntroducing the Guy Hyde Chick House, a treasure among the Bay Area's exclusive private event venues. This historic craftsman home, designed by none other than the legendary architect Bernard Maybeck, known for his iconic -
![Entire Space with Terrace at Modern Condo in Oakland, CA]()
from $150
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityEntire Space with Terrace
20 guestsModern CondoOakland, CAOur spacious and contemporary one-bedroom, one-bathroom condo features an open-concept layout and all the modern amenities you could need. Plus, there are two dedicated workspaces for those who need to get work done during -
![Whole Venue with Patio at Mosswood Cottage in Oakland, CA]()
from $150
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityWhole Venue with Patio
20 guestsMosswood CottageOakland, CAAscend the two steps from the foyer and enter the fully equipped kitchen, which includes a dining table suitable for four people. Connected to the kitchen is the bedroom, furnished with a queen-sized bed and offering access -
![Multi-Purpose Studio at Creative Space 13 in Downtown Oakland, CA]()
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. -
![Entire Venue with Garden at Indoor/Outdoor Piedmont Luxury Home in Oakland, CA]()
from $250
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityEntire Venue with Garden
40 guestsIndoor/Outdoor Piedmont Luxury HomeOakland, CAWith private access to the main outdoor entertaining area, you’ll be spoilt for choice! Host a delicious meal at the grill and dining area or bask in the warm glow of the deck seating with a gas fire pit.
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FAQs about Top Venues that Allow BYO in Oakland, CA
The cost of BYO venues averages around $150 hire fee per hour. The final price will depend on location, size, amenities, and demand. Some venues also offer additional packages that include catering, AV equipment, or additional services. Take a look at the usual price ranges in Oakland, based on Tagvenue data:
| From $100 | to $250 | hire fee per hour |
| From $1500 | to $3250 | hire fee per day |
You'll find BYO 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 (August 2026):
| Small | up to 20 guests | prices average $99 hire fee per hour |
| Medium | between 30 and 50 guests | prices average $150 hire fee per hour |
| Large | over 75 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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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. -
Banquet Hall at Geoffrey's Inner Circle
on 410 14th Street - 0.4 mi from center.
Venue said: Discover the expansive and luminous Banquet Hall at Geoffrey's Inner Circle, capable of accommodating up to 600 guests in a standing reception. Whether it's a wedding, birthday, or any special occasion, this remarkable venue... -
811 Parliament at Parliament Oakland Event Venue
on 811 Washington Street - 0.4 mi from center.
Venue said: Parliament is perfect for clients wishing to host events in conjunction with conferences at Oakland Convention Center located only one block away.
Cheap BYO venues in Oakland start from $1000 hire fee per day or $50 hire fee per hour. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of August 2026:
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Photo Studio at Mick Jones Studio, from $1000 hire fee per day (up to 30 guests standing)
Venue said: Full professional kitchen with 5 burner gas stove and huge 9ft rolling counter space. Perfect for use by food stylists. Quiet Prescott studio close to downtown Oakland, Jack London Sq. -
OPAL at Temescal Works, from $50 hire fee per hour (up to 4 guests seated)
Venue said: Discover the versatility of the OPAL meeting room, a dynamic space designed to accommodate up to 4 people. Ideal for intimate meetings or as a convenient day office, OPAL offers a flexible environment to suit your needs. -
Photo Studio at Mama Dog Studios, from $1500 hire fee per day (up to 200 guests standing)
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