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couchdate - Vintage HiFi Bar + Community Space in the Heart of Oakland Image in Downtown Oakland, Oakland, CA
from$200/hr
couchdate - Vintage HiFi Bar + Community Space in the Heart of Oakland

Downtown Oakland, CA

Venue capacity icon80

Wine Bar

Enjoy a historical, landmark building in the heart of downtown Oakland. couchdate is a Hifi Bar + community space. Excellent for everything from private parties, book releases, and workshops, to dance parties, photo shoots, and so much more. Included with our space is - a...
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An empty office space features several desks with green and orange office chairs arranged around the room.
from$125/hr
International Suite: Large Event Space & Gallery

Downtown Oakland, CA

4.7(16)
Venue capacity icon200

Event Space

2000 sq ft space, that can accommodate multiple purposes including private meetings, workshops, trainings, conferences, exhibits, and events. This Gallery space is a self contained suite, offering even more privacy for groups that require exclusive space for a long session. A portable projector and screen...
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FLUID510 Image in Downtown Oakland, Oakland, CA
from$125/hr
FLUID510

Downtown Oakland, CA

5.0(1)
Venue capacity icon250

Event Space

FLUID510 is a 5,000 square foot event venue perfect for dance parties, Corporate parties, weddings, non-profit fundraisers, brunch and more. We are downtown Oakland's destination for all things fun. Due to the "fluidity" of our venue, events can be for a few people or as...
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Urban restaurant and bar with large windows and patio Image in Downtown Oakland, Oakland, CA
from$1,000/hr
Urban restaurant and bar with large windows and patio

Downtown Oakland, CA

Venue capacity icon60

Restaurant

...The Salty Pearl is a neighborhood oyster bar that specializes in seafood, natural wine and low abv cocktails. While our focus is on oysters and seafood we can prepare a wide variety of food for caterings and events. We have a great sound system and...
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A colorful bar area with modern furniture, featuring neon signs and shelves filled with snacks.
from$175/hr
Baba's House

Downtown Oakland, CA

Venue capacity icon40

Event Space

Baba's House. ...floor. In addition, we feature a unique selection of Asian snacks, alcoholic & non-alcoholic offerings (beers, wines, sakes, seltzers, mocktails & low ABV cocktails). Everyone's welcomed, but good vibes only. LGTBQ+ Friendly // AAPI & Woman-Owned Layout (Can book each area separately):* - The Shack 485 SQ...
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Bay View Skyline Event Space Image in Downtown Oakland, Oakland, CA
from$1,000/hr
Bay View Skyline Event Space

Downtown Oakland, CA

Venue capacity icon80

Event Space

...the San Francisco Bay Area. This sophisticated venue comfortably accommodates 50 seated guests or 80 standing, making it the perfect choice for cocktail parties, intimate gatherings, and special celebrations. Elevate your event with unparalleled ambiance and style...
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A brightly lit art gallery featuring colorful paintings on the walls and a spacious wooden floor.
from$150/hr
Creative Space in Downtown Oakland

Downtown Oakland, CA

4.7(10)
Venue capacity icon75

Gallery

A fully customizable space in Downtown Oakland that serves as an art gallery, and event space. This space allows for various different styles of meetings and gatherings, movie screenings and performances, and the perfect place for networking workshops...
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Lakeview Historic Event Space with Balcony Image in Downtown Oakland, Oakland, CA
from$650/hr
Lakeview Historic Event Space with Balcony

Downtown Oakland, CA

Venue capacity icon150

Event Venue

...The historic theater foyer with a balcony overlooking Lake Merritt is ideal for standing cocktail receptions of up to 150, or seated events up to 60 guests. Perfect for anniversaries, birthdays, engagements, memorials, welcome receptions and small weddings. Cocktail tables, 36in rounds, 60in rounds, gold...
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A large crowd gathers on a rooftop overlooking the Oakland theater and street below.
from$250/hr
Beautiful Rooftop Deck & Modern Gallery Suite

Downtown Oakland, CA

5.0(1)
Venue capacity icon200

Event Space

Beautiful gallery and event space for team "off-sites", workshops, receptions, conferences, exhibits, and parties. Rotating art series professionally installed as well as unique colorful stools to match almost any color theme. Plenty of windows and access to separate adjoining roof deck event space for an...
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A spacious commercial kitchen area featuring a seating table, workstations, storage shelves, and a service counter.
from$150/hr
Downtown Event Space with Huge Windows and Bar

Downtown Oakland, CA

Venue capacity icon75

Event Space

...easily transformed to suit your event. The on-site bar with a prep area, sink, refrigerator, and counters is perfect for serving cocktails, hors d'oeuvres, and displaying decorative cakes or desserts. You'll also have access to connections with high-end caterers, party rental...
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A spacious bar with a vibrant mural of a woman's face on the wall, surrounded by warm wooden accents and a well-stocked shelf of beverages.
from$200/hr
Downtown Retro Vinyl Record Cocktail bar and Art Gallery

Downtown Oakland, CA

4.8(12)
Venue capacity icon40

Cocktail Lounge

The space can comfortably accommodate parties of 30 - 40 people, depending on seating requirements. Great for birthday parties, art shows and parties. The space features a full bar, turntables, art, plug and play projector system, all nestled inside a beautiful retro style. The space...
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Reviews for cocktail party venues

Madison Y.
Light filled home nestled on a private lot with pond.
Alissa was super helpful, responsive and the place was exactly as described! It was perfect for our cocktail photoshoot
Edwina L.
Industrial Flex space with Natural lighting
II are Beautiful spaces. Both available rooms are blank slates that are very versatile. We started our evening in the smaller space as a cocktail party with live music and a grazing table for guest as they arrived. Then we transitioned to the larger space for dinner and the birthday...
Ifeanyi E.
Unique Bar/Rest in the heart of Capitol Hill Seattle
Life on Mars really exceeded our expectations. The food was great, as we're the cocktails. The space itself was a treat and the staff were incredibly helpful. We had such a good time, my partner and I both remarked the next day, that we'd want to host something...
Lanie W.
Unique North Beach Gallery
My husband and I rented this space for our casual/intimate cocktail wedding reception with 60 guests last week and it was perfect! Andrew went above and beyond to ensure our reception went as planned. He was very communicative (via phone/text/email) and was very accommodating/flexible. He suggested reliable local vendors and...
Beth F.
Psychedelic Art Loft in Potrero Hill
The hosts were extremely accommodating and communicative. The party location itself is prefect for the 25 person cocktail style party I had planned. My guests loved the art and general vibe...
Daniel O.
Beautiful Art Gallery - Blocks from the Liberty Bell
This is a great location for a cocktail party, reception, or (as in my case) birthday party. As long as you're not interested in throwing a raging party, this place could do nicely. They also let me choose which art would be hanging up which was a great touch...
Kristin K.
Perfect, Modern Event Space with Expansive Catering Kitchen
This space is amazing! We hosted a launch party for a brand and easily could accommodate 50 guests for a cocktail party with a kitchen team and staff plus a panel conversation. Our guests were very impressed with the space, it is absolutely gorgeous. Chris and Donna were a true...
Deactivated U.
Historic Beautiful Brick & Timber Industrial Loft w/ Breath-taking Skyline Views
This space is incredible and was perfect for our wedding reception...it's very true to the pictures and is even more impressive in person! We had about 140 guest cocktail style reception and there was plenty of space to dance and mingle with impressive city views, nice bathrooms, and...
Kaylee S.
Modern Industrial Auto Showroom and Lounge
We held a company event here and it was a hit! Great space to hold a cocktail style gathering
Andrea W.
Neighborhood Bar with Heated Enclosed Patio
all night. The owners even checked in to make sure the setup was to my liking, which I really appreciated. They also created signature cocktails and mocktails that were a big hit with my guests. Communication was friendly and helpful throughout the planning process, though responses occasionally took a bit...
Michael L.
Bar and lounge serving food & drinks in Soma close to Salesforce and Linkedin
and responsive to our needs for hosting a birthday party! The venue was also cute & intimate - just what we needed. Some awesome perks: the cocktails are delicious, and there are 4 TV screens to display whatever you want...
Marta G.
Urban Loft with Modern Elegance and Natural Light
changed or so touch ups. Would recommend the space to anyone looking to do a fun photoshoot or even rent it for an intimate cocktail party...
Katelyn D.
Historic Portland Estate & Private Garden for Gatherings, Creative Productions & Elevated Events
crafted space we have held an event. The space was bright and airy with 1920s charm and history. Quincy set up the space with cocktail tables and linens and made sure we felt comfortable and had everything we needed in the space before leaving. All of our guests walked in...
Clarissa V.
Neighborhood Bar with Heated Enclosed Patio
my wife and I had this weekend. Dave and Kalaeb were exceptional with accommodating to our needs (as we were planning our little cocktail-style reception in a bit of a hurry). They even got the fire pit going! Fair pricing, excellent service, and a really intimate location. Thank you...
Madison H.
Midtown near the Westend Cocktail Lounge Speakeasy
our winter engagement photos. Carla was a great host and the space was beautifully lit and decorated. We will be coming back for a cocktail sometime soon...
Jessie M.
Flex Cafe Space in Cap Hill
people. All of our friends and family had nothing but great things to say about how beautiful it was and how great the cocktails and service Isaiah provided. There was plenty of space to set up the catered food that we ordered as well. We had a great time and...
Mary Beth I.
Mellow Vibe Lounge *current special rate for holiday parties*
perfect space for a mid-winter DJ dance party celebrating a birthday. Affordable rates and bar minimum, clear and easy parking, delicious fresh-made cocktails, and a space that's small enough for 1:1 conversation but large enough for a dance floor. I will definitely reserve this space for...
Brianna W.
FUN FLEX SPACE FOR YOUR NEXT PARTY! Sip happens at Lukas!
restaurants nearby!). Jessica was a phenomenal host and ensured everything went smoothly on the night of the event. The added touch of nursing-themed cocktails, two wonderful bartenders, and a hilarious bouncer made the night one we'll all remember for a long time. I'd recommend this place to...
Mariel F.
Industrial Brooklyn kitchen studio loft great for cooking classes, events, private dinners, video shoots in renovated warehouse with amazing natural light, old wood beams, exposed brick, high ceilings, full chef's kitchen, vintage gas stove
space is fantastic for hosting a big dinner party. It feels way bigger than it looks, and there’s plenty of space for a cocktail hour, 15+ person table, and prep counter. My guests felt like they were walking out of the city and into this romantic warmly lit universe...
Aian M.
Dance Studio Space
we were able to clean up and lock up by the given time. We had plenty of space for 12 x 6ft tables, 5 cocktail tables, a large dance floor, and space for photos, food, drinks, gifts, and desserts. We used the backroom for 2 tables for the kids to...