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Top Cheap Event Venues in Oakland, CA
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![Inside Area at Chief Sullivan's in Near Oakland, CA]()
from $45
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityInside Area
200 guestsChief Sullivan'sNear Oakland, CA
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MMark D.
“Can't recommend this venue enough! Adrianna was responsive and a pleasure to work with.” -
![Event Space at Sentro Filipino: Filipino Cultural Center in Near Oakland, CA]()
from $375
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityEvent Space
250 guestsSentro Filipino: Filipino Cultural CenterNear Oakland, CABBernardo N.
“Thanks so much, and I’m looking forward to hosting more events together soon!” -
![The Jungle Room at The Bamboo Hut in Near Oakland, CA]()
from $500
minimum spend / per eveningCheck availabilityThe Jungle Room
20 guestsThe Bamboo HutNear Oakland, CA
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YYasmine B.
“I definitely recommend Bamboo Hut as your next event space!” -
![1st Floor at Dogpatch Studios in Near Oakland, CA]()
from $5000
hire fee / per sessionCheck availability1st Floor
400 guestsDogpatch StudiosNear Oakland, CAThe cavernous space is highly functional with plenty of room for large corporate events. Simply put: we have great bones! Dogpatch facility management is assigned to work directly with each and every client to ensure a successful -
![811 Parliament at Parliament Oakland Event Venue in Downtown Oakland, CA]()
from $250
hire fee / per hourCheck availability811 Parliament
200 guestsParliament Oakland Event VenueDowntown Oakland, CAParliament is perfect for clients wishing to host events in conjunction with conferences at Oakland Convention Center located only one block away. -
![BK Studio at BK Studio Berkeley in Near Oakland, CA]()
from $1200
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityBK Studio
110 guestsBK Studio BerkeleyNear Oakland, CABK Studio Berkeley is a loft-style event venue with an open-plan layout for weddings, parties, company events, reunions, receptions, and other private gatherings. -
![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 -
![Private Room at HardRockCafe in Near Oakland, CA]()
from $30
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityPrivate Room
100 guestsHardRockCafeNear Oakland, CAThe private party area at the Hard Rock Cafe is available for a variety of events. This room can be reserved for your celebration, birthday party, family reunion or just to meet up with your friends. -
![The Alternative (2nd Floor) at Alloy Collective in Near Oakland, CA]()
from $575
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityThe Alternative (2nd Floor)
150 guestsAlloy CollectiveNear Oakland, CALocated on the second floor of Tehama Grasshopper, a unique warehouse space transformed with modern bronze light fixtures, marble countertops, and floor-to-ceiling windows streaming in natural light. -
![435 Broadway Studios at Mabuhay Gardens in Near Oakland, CA]()
from $1100
hire fee / per hourCheck availability435 Broadway Studios
100 guestsMabuhay GardensNear Oakland, CAOver ninety-five years ago, it was first built as Garibaldi Hall, and over the ages, it has changed several of its functions. In the 1960s, it became the On Broadway Theatre: a daring stage for avant-garde plays and cultural -
![Meetings & Events Space at Club Parlaey in Near Oakland, CA]()
from $100
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityMeetings & Events Space
40 guestsClub ParlaeyNear Oakland, CAClub Parlæy is located in the heart of the Financial District, just blocks away from the Moscone Center. It can accommodate up to 30 people for team-building events or private parties. -
![The Ballroom at Broadway Studios in Near Oakland, CA]()
from $625
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityThe Ballroom
400 guestsBroadway StudiosNear Oakland, CABroadway Studios is a historic event venue that has hosted hundreds of conferences, summits, movie premiers, fashion shows, live music concerts and private parties.
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The cost of cheap event venues averages around $350 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 $200 | to $800 | hire fee per hour |
| From $500 | to $3000 | minimum spend per event |
| From $600 | to $4000 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated September 2026), the best options include:
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The Jungle Room at The Bamboo Hut in North Beach - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘Management was great and communicative. The venue was also super fun and drinks were great...’ -
Hip Pocket at Question Mark Tavern in South of Market (SOMA) - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘I'm such a worry wart when it comes to parties and this was a party for my man for his 30th.’ -
Inside Area at Chief Sullivan's in North Beach - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Can't recommend this venue enough!’
You'll find cheap event 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 (September 2026):
| Small | up to 50 guests | prices average $200 hire fee per hour |
| Medium | between 80 and 120 guests | prices average $375 hire fee per hour |
| Large | over 130 guests | prices average $625 hire fee per hour |
These are the venues within 0.8 mi from central Oakland, available to book on Tagvenue:
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Banquet Hall at Geoffrey's Inner Circle
on 410 14th Street - 0.4 mi from center.
Venue said: Welcome to Geoffrey's Inner Circle, a remarkable venue steeped in history. Formerly known as the Athenian Nile Club, our two-story building in Oakland, California offers a unique experience. -
811 Parliament at Parliament Oakland Event Venue
on 811 Washington Street - 0.4 mi from center.
Venue said: Our Corporate/Private Events cater to a 25+ persons minimum 2500 square feet of indoor event space; 2 wells; banquette seating, lounge seating, coat check and high tops communal table (optional). -
Entire Boat at Chardonnay
on 2394 Mariner Square Drive - 0.8 mi from center.
Venue said: Through our experience in the industry, we have established extensive vendor relationships which enable us to produce top-rated events in every aspect.
Smaller cheap event venues usually fit up to 50 guests standing. Here are some great options in Oakland, based on Tagvenue data as of September 2026:
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SF Meeting Room/Day Office at The Farm SF - meeting room for 10 guests
Venue said: Spend your workday in a bright, fully-equipped day office featuring a dedicated workspace for up to 3 people, a comfortable lounge area for breaks, and a private meeting room that seats 10—complete with a TV and whiteboard... -
Entire Venue at Loft-Style Workspace, rated 5/5 - coworking space for 45 guests
Venue said: Loft Style Workspace is a contemporary venue in San Francisco offering a creative, open setting for meetings, workshops, and small events. With its industrial-inspired design and flexible layout, it provides a comfortable... -
Show Court + Game Room/Lounge at Pickle Athletics - event venue for 30 guests
Venue said: Open daily 8 am–10 pm. Perfect for: team-building events, birthday parties, date nights, corporate offsites, and social mixers!
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