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Top Unique Event Spaces in Oakland, CA
Oakland is packed with unique event spaces that speak your language. You’ll find industrial lofts in Jack London District, private gardens in Temescal, and quirky art spaces near Uptown that don’t need much decorating to look amazing. Want somewhere flexible with BYO catering? Or a place with a built-in sound system and cool lighting? We’ve got you. Tagvenue makes it easy to browse and compare all kinds of offbeat spaces in Oakland, all in one place, so you can skip the guesswork and actually enjoy the planning.
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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.” -
![Conference Room at The Newhall Nest in Near Oakland, CA]()
from $4000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityConference Room
14 guestsThe Newhall NestNear Oakland, CANewhall Nest’s unique conference room can serve as either a corporate event space or a luxurious private dining space. Our unique amenities have been selected to help cater to the needs of both corporate clients and those -
![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. -
![The Street Level Lounge at Fame Venue in Near Oakland, CA]()
from $375
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityThe Street Level Lounge
100 guestsFame VenueNear Oakland, CAThis venue is a spectacular and unique event showplace with a neo-classical interior and a versatile setting. This venue specializes in IT conferences and seminars, but it also hosts a variety of other events such as corporate -
![Event Space at Circuit Launch in Oakland, CA]()
from $88
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityEvent Space
50 guestsCircuit LaunchOakland, CAAAutomation T.
“Great space with helpful and inspiring people. Will definitely book again.” -
![3rd/4th Floors at Luxury Contemporary Art Gallery in Near Oakland, CA]()
from $2000
hire fee / per hourCheck availability3rd/4th Floors
80 guestsLuxury Contemporary Art GalleryNear Oakland, CAGefen Gallery at 315 Grant Avenue offers a distinct venue, spanning approximately 6,500 square feet of unique space, perfect for elevating your events of all kinds. -
![Inside Area at Sool Bar and Lounge in Near Oakland, CA]()
from $2000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityInside Area
60 guestsSool Bar and LoungeNear Oakland, CAEEwa H.
“Our event required 2 laptops and she went out of her way to procure one for us.” -
![ONE-OF-A-KIND CREATIVE STUDIO at MxM Vibes in Oakland, CA]()
from $150
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityONE-OF-A-KIND CREATIVE STUDIO
49 guestsMxM VibesOakland, CAIf you’re interested in a safe space that supports the flow of creativity, check out our studio for your next Off-site Meeting, Media Production, or Special Event. -
![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 -
![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. -
![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 -
![Living Room at The Newhall Nest in Near Oakland, CA]()
from $4000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityLiving Room
32 guestsThe Newhall NestNear Oakland, CAHost your next meeting or get together at Newhall Nest in our cozy and relaxed living room style event space. Luxurious couches and chairs combined with our beautiful hand-selected decor will help make your guests feel comfortable
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FAQs about Top Unique Event Spaces in Oakland, CA
The cost of unique event spaces averages around $375 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 December 2025:
| From $150 | to $1000 | hire fee per hour |
| From $1500 | to $4000 | minimum spend per event |
| From $900 | to $10000 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated December 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.’ -
Skyline Rooftop at Zen Compound in South of Market (SOMA) - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘The view was amazing Melisa and Jay were great to work with...’ -
Private Upstairs Bar at Owl Tree in Civic Center - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘I wanted an Intimate space and affordable free flowing champagn for my guests.’
You'll find unique event spaces 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 (December 2025):
| Small | up to 50 guests | prices average $150 hire fee per hour |
| Medium | between 75 and 120 guests | prices average $750 hire fee per hour |
| Large | over 175 guests | prices average $1000 hire fee per hour |
These are the venues within 0.8 mi from central Oakland, available to book on Tagvenue:
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Chandelier Pavilion at Scott's Jack London Square
on 2 Broadway Oakland - 0.6 mi from center.
Venue said: The 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. -
The Terminal - full taproom at Line 51 Brewing Company
on 303 Castro Street - 0.7 mi from center.
Venue said: We also have a pool table, foosball table, and dartboard onsite. The space comes equipped with fun, quirky decor and it is accompanied by fresh and creative beers that will surely leave your guests stunned. -
Entire Boat at Fume Blanc
on Mariner Square Drive 2394 - 0.8 mi from center.
Venue said: Servicing 19 ports throughout the San Francisco Bay Area, we provide you with Event Everything, making your private cruise truly unique. Join us on one of our public cruises which boards at our home port in Alameda.
You can book everything from breweries and cafes to theaters, creative studios and even yachts. For example, Full Out Studios is great for dance events or performances with space for 200 guests, while the Cabernet Sauvignon Yacht gives you floating luxury for up to 350 people. Smaller creative spots like Artthaus Studios are perfect for photo shoots or intimate gatherings.
Most hire fees include basic space rental, seating, and sometimes lighting or sound equipment. Some venues, like All Out Comedy Theater, may include stage lighting or AV setup. For places with a minimum spend model, like Sandbar, the cost usually covers food and drink instead of just the space. Always check the listing details or ask the venue manager directly on Tagvenue.
These spaces are built for creative and social events. You can host anything from pop-ups and launch parties to weddings, team offsites, art shows, or podcast recordings. If you need a small, focused space, Oakland Post-Production/Podcast Studio is great for content creators. If you're planning a large party, booking venues like 7th West or Line 51 Brewing Company is a great choice.
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