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Top Wedding Reception Venues in Oakland, CA
Legend says that a happy marriage starts with the right wedding venue! Party big with friends and family in a grand ballroom in Uptown or go small with just the two of you at a scenic garden in Lake Merritt. Your wedding reception deserves nothing but the best! Explore our top wedding reception venues in Oakland and make your special day as precious as your love. Our venue managers are here to make your wedding dreams a reality, so get ready to book.
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![Entire Venue at The State Room in Near Oakland, CA]()
from $3100
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityEntire Venue
300 guestsThe State RoomNear Oakland, CAThe State Room is the perfect venue for your wedding reception or celebration in the San Francisco Bay Area. The warm interior adds a traditional feeling to any event with the vintage architecture warmly reminding of things -
![Main Hall at The Melody of San Francisco in Near Oakland, CA]()
from $350
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityMain Hall
200 guestsThe Melody of San FranciscoNear Oakland, CA906 World is a historic church repurposed as a ready-to-use event venue suitable for receptions, weddings, meetings, conferences, performances, and gatherings. -
![3rd Floor at Dogpatch Studios in Near Oakland, CA]()
from $4000
hire fee / per sessionCheck availability3rd Floor
95 guestsDogpatch StudiosNear Oakland, CAThe top floor features elevator access and a walk-out deck for fresh air and city views. A popular choice for wedding receptions, bar mitzvahs, and other private celebrations, the third-floor gallery is also an ideal place -
![Showroom at Cobb's Comedy Club in Near Oakland, CA]()
from $2500
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityShowroom
400 guestsCobb's Comedy ClubNear Oakland, CAThis incredible space is the perfect location to host your corporate event, private concert, wedding, reception or business meeting. With access to the world’s greatest musical entertainment, full service event production, -
![Entire Venue at Church of All Faiths in Oakland, CA]()
from $3250
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityEntire Venue
192 guestsChurch of All FaithsOakland, CAOur church includes two spaces. The main hall is for wedding ceremonies, seminars, and presentations. Beside this area, there is an ideal space for partying! -
![Rooftop at The Newhall Nest in Near Oakland, CA]()
from $4000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityRooftop
50 guestsThe Newhall NestNear Oakland, CAThe roof deck at Newhall Nest offers a flexible layout, perfect for accommodating 30+ guests for a variety of events. This unique rooftop space features premium amenities such as a commercial bar set up, Trager grill, attractive -
![Rooftop Terrace at BEI San Francisco - Trademark Collection in Near Oakland, CA]()
from $1000
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityRooftop Terrace
218 guestsBEI San Francisco - Trademark CollectionNear Oakland, CAAt BEI San Francisco, we believe great things happen in inspiring and inviting spaces. This 4,000 sq. ft. -
![Entire Venue at 7th West in Oakland, CA]()
from $1000
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityEntire Venue
300 guests7th WestOakland, CA7th West is a unique venue perfect for any type of event. Whether is a birthday celebration, a family gathering, a wedding, or a huge party - we can make it happen! -
![Event Space at TAROCCO in Near Oakland, CA]()
from $375
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityEvent Space
60 guestsTAROCCONear Oakland, CATarocco is Berkeley’s premier full-service venue for weddings, birthdays, showers, corporate events + other celebrations. Tucked into the highly desirable West Berkeley neighborhood, our 2000 square footage of beautiful dining -
![Main Dining Area at HardRockCafe in Near Oakland, CA]()
from $30
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityMain Dining Area
80 guestsHardRockCafeNear Oakland, CAThe main dining area is for everyone who is looking for a place to be social, have fun and enjoy the company of their friends and family. As you enter the Dining Area, you’ll be welcomed by retro décor and a comfortable atmosphere. -
![Event Space at Cityview Event Hall in Near Oakland, CA]()
from $400
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityEvent Space
300 guestsCityview Event HallNear Oakland, CAVersatility is our hallmark, making this event space suitable for a wide range of occasions. Rest assured, our dedicated team will be at your service from the moment you arrive until your event kicks off. -
![Whole Venue at Southern Exposure in Near Oakland, CA]()
from $330
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityWhole Venue
100 guestsSouthern ExposureNear Oakland, CAThe atmosphere in our venue is modern and aesthetically pleasing. It features a minimalistic and industrial style with polished concrete floors, high ceilings, and large windows that allow for plenty of natural light.
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Discover Affordable Wedding Reception Venues in Oakland
from $20
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2nd Floor
50
150
BuzzWorks
Near Oakland, CA
The 2nd Floor at Buzzworks is a seated beerhall that is a great place for your guests to meet, socialize, and celebrate. Buzzworks is known for its premier beer choices and sprawling bar that will surely impress everyone
from $95
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Warhol
120
150
Full Out Studios
Oakland, CA
This unique and inspiring space is perfect for photographers, videographers, dance masters or any artist that needs a little extra room! This may also be perfect to organize your dreamed-up events such as a wedding, birthday
from $100
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White Swan Garden Terrace
20
20
White Swan Inn
Near Oakland, CA
Located in the heart of the city, our small outdoor garden terrace is the perfect place for a small reception. French doors lead from our Parlor space out to small tables, greenery and statuary.
from $200
minimum spend / per session
minimum spend / per session
Upstairs Private Room
120
120
Belden Express
Near Oakland, CA
This versatile space transforms effortlessly to suit any occasion—whether you’re planning a chic dinner party, an unforgettable wedding reception, a lively cocktail party, a productive business meeting, a milestone birthday
from $200
minimum spend / per session
minimum spend / per session
Main Bar and Dining Room
100
120
Belden Express
Near Oakland, CA
This dynamic space is ideal for dinner parties, upbeat happy hours, elegant receptions, productive business gatherings, memorable birthday celebrations, DJ-powered dance parties, and charming luncheons.
from $500
hire fee / per session
hire fee / per session
Event Room
70
75
Iron Horse Cockatils
Near Oakland, CA
Welcome to Iron Horse Cocktails Event Area, a bar and event venue full of beautiful art furniture, stained-glass windows, and art on the walls. Relax in our atmosphere while enjoying the best drinks in town!
Host Your Dream Wedding Reception in One of Our Best Restaurants
from $2000
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minimum spend / per session
Dining Room
90
150
New Delhi Restaurant
Near Oakland, CA
New Delhi Restaurant, located in a historic San Francisco building, was established in 1988. Dining Room space is perfect for any kind of event - tastefully decorated interior and our delicious cuisine will make every evening
from $8242
minimum spend / per session
minimum spend / per session
Whole Venue
112
180
Isla Restaurant - San Bruno
Near Oakland, CA
So if you're looking for a place to throw an event celebrating Filipino holidays or simply hire a venue for a big party - the restaurant is all yours!
from $30
per person / per session
per person / per session
Entire Venue
270
550
HardRockCafe
Near Oakland, CA
The Hard Rock Cafe restaurants are famous for their eclectic décor and memorabilia. The Main Dining Area, with its original rock 'n' roll memorabilia and live music performances is perfect for special events, including parties
from $5000
minimum spend / per session
minimum spend / per session
Private Room 1
12
20
Andiamo in Banca
Near Oakland, CA
Andiamo in Banca is a cozy Italian restaurant in San Francisco, known for its private room that can hold up to 20 people. This private room is perfect for small gatherings, like family celebrations, business meetings, or
from $75
per person / per session
per person / per session
Upstairs Restaurant
47
76
Hotel Fusion
Near Oakland, CA
Our venue houses two dynamic event spaces: our bar and conference area, and upstairs, our restaurant. Whether one is hosting an event or simply exploring San Francisco, Hotel Fusion delivers an inviting balance of comfort,
from $2000
minimum spend / per day
minimum spend / per day
Bar Deck
60
Mission Rock Resort
Near Oakland, CA
This space can accommodate up to 200 guests. 3) We offer the option of a full restaurant "buy-out" for up to 500 people.
FAQs about Top Wedding Reception Venues in Oakland, CA
In Oakland, prices of wedding reception venues average $2000 minimum spend per event. The cost varies based on the venue's size and additional services such as catering, floral arrangements, or bridal suites. It may also be influenced by the number and type of event spaces available in the venue, for example, separate areas for the ceremony, reception, and photo sessions. Spaces offering all-inclusive packages are a budget-friendly option for couples seeking a fuss-free experience. Check out typical price ranges in Oakland, based on Tagvenue data from October 2025:
| From $1200 | to $4000 | minimum spend per event |
| From $250 | to $1000 | hire fee per hour |
| From $30 | to $50 | per person |
You'll find wedding reception 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 wedding reception venues | up to 80 guests | prices average $250 hire fee per hour |
| Medium wedding reception venues | between 110 and 150 guests | prices average $330 hire fee per hour |
| Large wedding reception venues | over 180 guests | prices average $1000 hire fee per hour |
For large weddings, it's best to book 12 to 18 months in advance to secure your preferred date and venue. For smaller weddings or micro-weddings, you may have more flexibility. Booking 6 to 9 months ahead is often successful, especially for weekday or off-peak dates. However, even for smaller events, popular venues can fill up quickly, so be sure to book in advance to avoid any disappointment.
