Top Celebration of Life Venues in Oakland, CA
Funeral venues in Oakland offer calm, comfort and space to gather, from peaceful settings near Lake Merritt to quiet retreats in the Oakland Hills. These spaces are designed to feel welcoming and supportive, helping guests come together in a meaningful way. Planning a quiet memorial or a larger celebration of life is made easier by these thoughtful spaces that allow time for reflection, connection and remembrance.
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from $2500
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityMain Space
150 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 $400
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityEvent Space
300 guestsCityview Event HallNear Oakland, CACityview Event Hall is an industrial-style venue within a working commissary, defined by an open, unobstructed floor that adapts to a wide range of layouts.
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from $125
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityCharming Auditorium
100 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 $11150
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityChandelier Pavilion
600 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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from $3250
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityEntire Venue
192 guestsChurch of All FaithsOakland, CAThe sanctuary provides clear sound and good ventilation, though the fixed seating is firm and some restroom stalls require attention.
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from $1200
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityBK Studio
104 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.
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from $500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityPatio
40 guestsForbidden Island Tiki LoungeNear Oakland, CAHHolly
“Great service, attentive staff, allowed to bring our own catering, and strong drinks!” -
from $166
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityTasting Room & Patio
60 guestsTessier WineryNear Oakland, CAThe building is split between wine production space and the Tasting Room area, which includes a full wine bar that is staffed for all events, as well as outdoor space which may be made available to caterers for outdoor cooking
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from $1000
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityPhoto Studio
30 guestsMick Jones StudioOakland, CAThe studio is a long, uncluttered room featuring exposed red‑brick walls, a pale timber floor and a high ceiling with visible ducting. The room receives strong, even natural light through four tall multi‑pane windows that
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from $125
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityArt House Gallery
125 guestsArt House Gallery & Cultural CenterNear Oakland, CAThe Art House is an event space suited to birthday parties, live music, and other private gatherings. It comes with a sound system, microphones, music stands, tables, and chairs, making it a good option for events that include
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from $4000
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityEntire Boat
218 guestsCabernet Sauvignon YachtNear Oakland, CAAny occasion is an opportunity for some luxury with our elegant yachts! Luxe Cruises and Events offers 5 luxury yachts, each one of them is named after the wine varietals from the California wine region.
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from $400
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityEntire Space
40 guestsThe Sea StarNear Oakland, CAThe Sea Star is a neighbourhood bar housed in a compact long-plan interior. Design: The interior pairs deep blue patterned wallpaper and dark wood panelling with a reflective pressed-tin ceiling.
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FAQs about Top Celebration of Life Venues in Oakland, CA
Booking costs of funeral venues average $400 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 $166 | and $1800 | hire fee per hour |
| Typically between $1200 | and $2500 | hire fee per day |
| Typically around $450 | minimum spend per event |
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Event Space at Cityview Event Hall, from $400 minimum spend per event (up to 300 guests seated)
Venue said: Cityview Event Hall is an industrial-style venue within a working commissary, defined by an open, unobstructed floor that adapts to a wide range of layouts. -
Charming Auditorium at Juntos Fruitvale Cultural Arts Center, from $125 hire fee per hour (up to 100 guests seated)
Venue said: This large event and performance space is suitable for concerts, performances, corporate events, community gatherings, presentations, and other large-scale functions. -
Photo Studio at Mick Jones Studio, from $1000 hire fee per day (up to 30 guests seated)
Venue said: The studio is a long, uncluttered room featuring exposed red‑brick walls, a pale timber floor and a high ceiling with visible ducting. The room receives strong, even natural light through four tall multi‑pane windows that...
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