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Top Ball Venues in Oakland, CA
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![Chandelier Pavilion at Scott's Jack London Square in Downtown Oakland, CA]()
from $11150
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityChandelier Pavilion
500 guestsScott's Jack London SquareDowntown Oakland, CAThe 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.
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![Main Space at Mirage Hall Oakland in Oakland, CA]()
from $2500
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityMain Space
180 guestsMirage Hall OaklandOakland, CAMirage Hall Oakland is a banqueting hall organised around a large, unobstructed open-plan floor. The defining quality is the generous clear space that supports flexible seating and circulation arrangements.
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![Tasting Room at Gold Bar Distillery Tasting Room in Near Oakland, CA]()
from $2500
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityTasting Room
500 guestsGold Bar Distillery Tasting RoomNear Oakland, CADesigned as a tribute to the elegance and glamour of a 1930s jazz lounge, the Tasting Room combines historic character with an operating distillery, full-service bar, food offerings, comfortable event space, and spectacular
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![Event Space at Cityview Event Hall in Near Oakland, CA]()
from $400
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityEvent Space
725 guestsCityview Event HallNear Oakland, CACityview Event Hall is an industrial-style venue within a working commissary, defined by an open, unobstructed floor that adapts to a wide range of layouts.
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![Banquet Hall at Geoffrey's Inner Circle in Downtown Oakland, CA]()
from $450
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityBanquet Hall
600 guestsGeoffrey's Inner CircleDowntown Oakland, CAWelcome to Geoffrey's Inner Circle, a remarkable venue steeped in history. Formerly known as the Athenian Nile Club, our two-story building in Oakland, California offers a unique experience.
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![3rd Floor at Dogpatch Studios in Near Oakland, CA]()
from $4000
hire fee / per sessionCheck availability3rd Floor
130 guestsDogpatch StudiosNear Oakland, CA3rd Floor is an event space in Dogpatch Studios; an open-plan industrial loft defined by exposed structure and a flexible, uninterrupted floorplate. Design: The room presents a stripped-back industrial aesthetic: timber roof
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![Jazz Lounge at Geoffrey's Inner Circle in Downtown Oakland, CA]()
from $450
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityJazz Lounge
350 guestsGeoffrey's Inner CircleDowntown Oakland, CAThe Jazz Lounge is a Lounge in Geoffrey's Inner Circle characterised by an intimate listening-room layout. Design: The room has white walls, high ceilings, dark timber floors and slender columns.
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![Entire Boat at Cabernet Sauvignon Yacht in Near Oakland, CA]()
from $4000
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityEntire Boat
350 guestsCabernet Sauvignon YachtNear Oakland, CAAny occasion is an opportunity for some luxury with our elegant yachts! Luxe Cruises and Events offers 5 luxury yachts, each one of them is named after the wine varietals from the California wine region.
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![Entire Venue at Pearl Banquet Hall in Near Oakland, CA]()
from $5500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Venue
300 guestsPearl Banquet HallNear Oakland, CAAt Pearl Banquet Hall, we’ll make sure the vision for your special event becomes a reality and goes off without a glitch. Our Banquet Hall offers everything you need to create the stunning occasion you and your guests will
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![Entire Boat at Pinot Noir in Near Oakland, CA]()
from $1800
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityEntire Boat
120 guestsPinot NoirNear Oakland, CA1st Deck – Dining for 80 maximum seated, bar, and outdoor space 2nd Deck – Large dance floor and additional seating Complimentary black and white chair covers and white table linens
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![Hayward at La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham in Near Oakland, CA]()
from $1665
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityHayward
170 guestsLa Quinta Inn & Suites by WyndhamNear Oakland, CAIt is located in La Quinta Inn & Suites by Hayward hotel with is perfect if your guests want to stay the night. The space can be set up in a banquet style that accommodates 120 people and a theater style for 170 guests, so
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![Entire Boat at Fume Blanc in Near Oakland, CA]()
from $3000
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityEntire Boat
340 guestsFume BlancNear Oakland, CAChoose the Fume Blanc from our world-famous wine fleet for your wedding, corporate event, or school prom. It is the perfect place for your next special event.
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FAQs about Top Ball Venues in Oakland, CA
Booking costs of ballrooms average $450 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 $195 | to $1800 | hire fee per hour |
| From $500 | to $5500 | minimum spend per event |
| From $1200 | to $2500 | hire fee per day |
You'll find ballrooms 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 2026):
| Small | up to 100 guests | prices average $450 hire fee per hour |
| Medium | between 125 and 250 guests | prices average $125 hire fee per hour |
| Large | over 300 guests | prices average $2000 hire fee per hour |
These are the venues within 1.2 mi from central Oakland, available to book on Tagvenue:
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Banquet Hall at Geoffrey's Inner Circle
on 410 14th Street - 0.4 mi from center.
Venue said: Banquet Hall is a Banqueting Hall in Geoffrey's Inner Circle distinguished by its period architectural character and traditional interior detailing. Design: The interior features pale painted walls, a high vaulted ceiling... -
Entire Boat at Fume Blanc
on Mariner Square Drive 2394 - 0.8 mi from center.
Venue said: 1st Deck – Large dance floor, bar, additional seating, and outdoor space 2nd Deck – Dining for 160 maximum seated, bar, and outdoor space 3rd Deck – Large open-air sky deck, bar, and additional seating Replica of a New York... -
Entire Venue at Church of All Faiths
on 2100 5th Avenue - 1.2 mi from center.
Venue said: Features: The building includes a large sanctuary with a balcony, several adaptable halls and meeting rooms, and a reception/social hall with a commercial kitchen.
Smaller ballrooms usually fit up to 100 guests standing. Here are some great options in Oakland, based on Tagvenue data as of October 2026:
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Show Court + Game Room/Lounge at Pickle Athletics - event venue for 30 guests
Venue said: Features: The space includes a PA system and speakers, fast Wi‑Fi, air conditioning and permission to play own music. The lounge provides big‑screen TVs, board games and casual seating, and the room has wheelchair access... -
Bar Lounge at Geoffrey's Inner Circle - lounge for 80 guests
Venue said: The space has a moody vibe that is perfect for relaxing and socializing. As a historic building, built in 1903, it also offers a unique and custom experience. -
Premium Lounge at Studio at Mission Rock - event space for 100 guests
Venue said: What guests say: The space is bright and practical. The layout is functional for combined office-style and lounge use.
Cheap ballrooms in Oakland start from $400 minimum spend per event or $900 hire fee per event. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of October 2026:
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Event Space at Cityview Event Hall, from $400 minimum spend per event (up to 725 guests standing)
Venue said: What guests say: The venue is clean, spacious and thoughtfully maintained. The on-site management is responsive and the gated grounds are regularly patrolled, providing confidence for leaving equipment or vehicles overnight. -
Entire Venue at All Out Comedy Theater, from $900 hire fee per event (up to 108 guests standing)
Venue said: All Out Comedy is conveniently located near a number of restaurants and bars in Oakland's downtown theater district, including Lake Merritt. Our 1,600-square-foot venue can be used for a theater performance or as an event... -
Voyager Hall at La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham, from $1028 hire fee per day (up to 90 guests seated)
Venue said: Featuring 4,028 square feet of event space, the hotel offers five meeting rooms that accommodate up to 150 guests.
Most ballrooms offer flexible rental periods. Depending on your event, you can usually book by the hour, half-day, or full-day. Some even have evening or weekend packages for parties that go late.
Think about your guest list and how you want to set up the space. A seated dinner needs more room than a standing reception. Discussing this with the venue managers is a good idea as they can recommend the right fit for your event.
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