Oakstop - California Ballroom

4.4(95)

Event Venue

About

Oakstop's California Ballroom is a 7,500-square-foot Art Deco landmark in downtown Oakland, featuring soaring gold leaf ceilings, a large stage with curtains and spotlights, and a spacious hardwood dance floor. The venue comfortably hosts up to 300 guests seated or 600 standing, making it ideal for corporate gatherings, conferences, and receptions that need a grand yet flexible setting.

Just blocks from Lake Merritt and easily accessible by transit, the California Ballroom offers a versatile canvas for business events with few restrictions on setup. Its in-house kitchen and bar operate without preferred vendor requirements, and flexible rental hours allow events to run late, supporting everything from all-hands meetings to holiday parties with a distinctive historic atmosphere.

Best for

Large-scale corporate galas & award ceremonies
Trainings, orientations & all-hands meetings
Fundraisers & networking receptions

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What's typically included

Space & layout
Food & beverage
AV & technology

Venue Details

Standout features

Architecture & History

Majestic Art Deco Ballroom from 1926

A 7,500-square-foot space with a soaring high gold leaf ceiling, hardwood floors, and a large stage with curtains and spotlights. The venue combines grand scale with intimate warmth, making it a rare historic gem in Oakland.

Flexible Event Space

Adaptable layout for up to 600 guests

Seats 300 for banquet-style dinners and accommodates 600 for standing receptions. The ballroom supports diverse event types including live music, dance, film, and formal dinners with few restrictions on setup or vendors.

At a glance

Rated 4.4 on Google · 95 reviews