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Top Affordable Party Spaces in Oakland, CA
Planning a party soon? You don't need to spend a fortune to have an epic celebration. Whether you're throwing a birthday bash in Temescal, a fun anniversary dinner by Lake Merritt, or celebrating a work milestone in Jack London Square, Oakland's cheap party venues will make your event memorable without hurting your wallet. Discover the best spots to throw a party. Compare prices, photos, and packages before finalizing your booking. Happy planning!
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![Entire Venue at Lux Pub & - Oakland in Downtown Oakland, CA]()
from $200
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityEntire Venue
175 guestsLux Pub & - OaklandDowntown Oakland, CAThis beautiful space features a very exclusive social club as well as lots of curated events and parties.
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![Charming Auditorium at Juntos Fruitvale Cultural Arts Center in Oakland, CA]()
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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![Entire Restaurant at Daughter Thai Kitchen in Oakland, CA]()
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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![Entire Venue at The Leviathan Building in Downtown Oakland, CA]()
from $3000
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Venue
1000 guestsThe Leviathan BuildingDowntown Oakland, CAInspired by a dragon's lair, this private, 4,174-square-foot top-floor and rooftop deck event space is located at 330 2nd Street in Oakland's Jack London Square District.
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![Main Space at Mirage Hall Oakland in Oakland, CA]()
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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![Chandelier Pavilion at Scott's Jack London Square in Downtown Oakland, CA]()
from $11150
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityChandelier Pavilion
500 guestsScott's Jack London SquareDowntown Oakland, CAThe Pavilion is an expansive banquet space, where an open layout welcomes grand celebrations and gatherings of all kinds for up to 400 guests seated and 500 reception.
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![Ruth Beckford Room at Geoffrey's Inner Circle in Downtown Oakland, CA]()
from $450
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityRuth Beckford Room
100 guestsGeoffrey's Inner CircleDowntown Oakland, CAThe room also provides Wi‑Fi and air conditioning. The room has step-free access and accessible toilets. Ideal for: Small community groups and intimate professional gatherings seeking a seated, music-friendly or relaxed social
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![Full Venue Hire at Temescal Works in Oakland, CA]()
from $350
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityFull Venue Hire
125 guestsTemescal WorksOakland, CA
#Supervenue
Temescal Works is a neighbourhood flexible workspace adapted for events, defined by an adaptable open-plan industrial layout that accommodates both workspace and communal gatherings.
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![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.
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![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, CAAn open-plan loft with generous ceiling height, wide-plank hardwood floors and large windows that supply abundant, controllable daylight through fitted blinds.
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![Outdoor Space at Roderick's BBQ in Oakland, CA]()
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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![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.”
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FAQs about Top Affordable Party Spaces in Oakland, CA
Booking costs of cheap party 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 $150 | and $450 | hire fee per hour |
| Typically between $1500 | and $7150 | hire fee per day |
| Typically between $500 | and $4000 | minimum spend per event |
You'll find cheap party 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 30 guests | prices average $125 hire fee per hour |
| Medium | between 60 and 125 guests | prices average $450 hire fee per hour |
| Large | over 175 guests | prices average $605 hire fee per hour |
These are the venues within 0.3 mi from central Oakland, available to book on Tagvenue:
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Entire Venue at Chinatown Penthouse
on 900 Alice Street - 0.1 mi from center.
Venue said: Recently remodelled two-storey penthouse at 900 Alice Street, Suite 500, offering approximately 1,729 square feet of interior event space and a 1,200-square-foot rooftop deck with panoramic Oakland and Bay views. -
Indoor Golf Venue at Primetime
on 306 12th Street - 0.2 mi from center.
Venue said: PrimeTime Golf Club in Oakland, CA, offers a sophisticated indoor golf experience with a capacity for up to 75 guests. Ideal for corporate events, team-building activities, or golf-themed parties, the venue features advanced... -
Multi-Purpose Studio at Creative Space 13
on 337 13th Street - 0.3 mi from center.
Venue said: The 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.
Based on Tagvenue data (as of November 2026), users looking for cheap party venues most commonly go for these venue types:
| Restaurant | prices average $4000 minimum spend per event | typically between 60 and 120 guests |
| Event Space | prices average $350 hire fee per hour | typically between 40 and 200 guests |
| Coworking Space | prices average $385 hire fee per hour | typically between 50 and 125 guests |
| House | prices average $160 hire fee per hour | typically between 20 and 40 guests |
Yes! Check out 7th West and Full Out Studios for large events of more than 100 guests. With its big bright mirrors, high ceilings, and brick walls, it's an ideal location for wedding receptions or corporate parties. Spaces like Cityview Event Hall offer a large blank canvas with white walls and an exposed ceiling at only $400 minimum spend. These venues are great options for larger parties such as receptions and corporate events. However, cheaper options tend to be mostly blank canvases, while restaurants and other such venues tend to be pricier, starting at $1500 per session.
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