Degrees in hand, photos snapped; now it’s time to celebrate. If you’ve just crossed the stage at Laney College, wrapped up your final project at Mills, or watched someone you love hit a major milestone, Oakland has the best graduation party venues to keep the energy going. You'll find rooftop bars with skyline views, backyard-style spaces, or private dining rooms where the food’s worth a second round. Graduation party venues in Oakland come with unique vibes, and enough flexibility to suit a casual lunch or an all-night dance session. Tagvenue helps you find a space that fits your guest list and your style, minus the venue-hunting marathon. Explore our listings and book one today!
In Oakland, prices of graduation 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 from October 2025:
From $100 | to $450 | hire fee per hour |
From $2500 | to $3000 | hire fee per event |
From $2536 | to $4000 | minimum spend per event |
You'll find graduation 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 (October 2025):
Small graduation party venues | up to 60 guests | prices average $199 hire fee per hour |
Medium graduation party venues | between 80 and 120 guests | prices average $190 hire fee per hour |
Large graduation party venues | over 200 guests | prices average $450 hire fee per hour |