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Top Large Event Venues in Oakland, CA
Oakland’s always had room for big ideas, so if you’re looking for large event venues, you’re in the right place. Sprawling warehouse spaces in Jack London Square? Grand ballrooms near Lake Merritt? We’ve gathered venues built to handle guest lists that don’t quit. Planning a corporate bash, epic birthday, wedding, or community gathering? These spots have the space, the soul, and the sound systems to match. Bonus points for local art, skyline views, and tacos served out of food trucks (because this is Oakland, after all). Big guest list? No problem. Scroll on and find a space that fits it all.
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![The Whole Venue at The American Bookbinders Museum in Near Oakland, CA]()
from $375
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityThe Whole Venue
110 guestsThe American Bookbinders MuseumNear Oakland, CADDea H.
“Both events were very different in content/style but the space is very versatile and was great for both.” -
![Inside Area at Chief Sullivan's in Near Oakland, CA]()
from $45
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityInside Area
200 guestsChief Sullivan'sNear Oakland, CAMMark D.
“Can't recommend this venue enough! Adrianna was responsive and a pleasure to work with.” -
![Main Hall at Trellis in Near Oakland, CA]()
from $1500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityMain Hall
200 guestsTrellisNear Oakland, CABBrian L.
“The team was fantastic! Highly recommend using this space :)” -
![The Canteen at Toy Soldier in Near Oakland, CA]()
from $500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Canteen
60 guestsToy SoldierNear Oakland, CAOOliver
“The space is huge and has a great sound system, the food was good, and the location was easy to get to!” -
![Temple Main Room at Zen Compound in Near Oakland, CA]()
from $1000
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityTemple Main Room
700 guestsZen CompoundNear Oakland, CATemple Night Club (full venue) option includes the Main Room on the ground floor and LVL 55, the subterranean level. Temple Nightclub is certainly the centerpiece of the building – a masterfully curated and constructed hyper-modern -
![The Officer's Club at Toy Soldier in Near Oakland, CA]()
from $500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Officer's Club
100 guestsToy SoldierNear Oakland, CARRocko L.
“Catered to my needs, plenty of room, the food was a generous amount. Very happy. Will likely book again.” -
![Ballroom at San Francisco Italian Athletic Club in Near Oakland, CA]()
from $2500
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityBallroom
350 guestsSan Francisco Italian Athletic ClubNear Oakland, CAChoose from our grand ballroom or private Park View room to host partial or full-day meetings, conferences, and team-building events. -
![The Avenue+The Alternative at Alloy Collective in Near Oakland, CA]()
from $1064
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityThe Avenue+The Alternative
200 guestsAlloy CollectiveNear Oakland, CAThe Avenue + The Alternative at Alloy Collective in San Francisco offers a dynamic, versatile space for meetings, events, or creative collaborations. With modern design, flexible seating, and state-of-the-art amenities, it’s -
![The Studio & Gallery at Four One Nine in Near Oakland, CA]()
from $1000
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityThe Studio & Gallery
49 guestsFour One NineNear Oakland, CAAn open-floor studio with a full kitchen that’s versatile for any occasion — from gallery shows to photoshoots, intimate dinners to large events. It’s a blank space for imagination. -
![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 -
![The Paper Doll event space at 524 Union Street, The Paper Doll in Near Oakland, CA]()
from $245
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityThe Paper Doll event space
135 guests524 Union Street, The Paper DollNear Oakland, CAThis gem has hosted all types of events. It's the perfect sized medium-large event space for your next holiday party, happy hour, salon, meetings, community meetings, weddings, special occasion, fireside chats, corporate -
![Whole Venue at Southern Exposure in Near Oakland, CA]()
from $330
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityWhole Venue
150 guestsSouthern ExposureNear Oakland, CAWelcome to Southern Express Gallery in San Francisco, a spacious, industrial-style event space with high ceilings and large windows. It features a minimalist design, making it highly adaptable for a variety of events.
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FAQs about Top Large Event Venues in Oakland, CA
The cost of large event venues in Oakland averages around $250 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 $175 | to $500 | hire fee per hour |
| From $1000 | to $4000 | minimum spend per event |
| From $30 | to $50 | per person |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated August 2025), the best options include:
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The Whole Venue at The American Bookbinders Museum in South of Market (SOMA) - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘What a cool venue! We rented the ABM for two evenings/events back to back.’ -
Main Hall at Trellis in South of Market (SOMA) - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Highly recommend using this space :)...’ -
The Canteen at Toy Soldier in Financial District - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Perfect vibe for a casual happy hour for the team! 10 out 10 for us, we will definitely book here again!’
