Versatile Event Venue in Downtown Oakland.
tl;dr
- Space
- A 265 sqm (2,850 sq ft) lower level event and brand activation space for rent in Downtown Oakland on the Chinatown border, with a column free open floor, controllable lighting and a neutral finish that takes branded fit-out cleanly. Capacity runs to 140 standing or 70 seated.
- Best For
- Strongest fit is a multi day pop-up store or temporary retail run, followed by wholesale appointments and buyer previews in a private fashion showroom setting, sample sales with high volume try-on, press days and collection previews for 100 plus guests, and seated creative workshops or team offsites. Available to book by the day or by the week.
- Standout Features
- Built-in fitting rooms, garment rails and a lockable stock room make this move-in ready for retail without hired infrastructure. Also included are fixed display counters, a 65 inch Smart TV with AirPlay and HDMI, a Bose system with Bluetooth input, a kitchenette with sink, refrigerator and ice maker, sixteen 8 foot tables in round and rectangular formats, plus elevator access and on-site parking for load-in.
- Location
- 12th Street Oakland City Center BART is roughly a 5 minute walk and Lake Merritt BART around 8 minutes, with AC Transit lines on 14th Street at the door. The immediate blocks hold 20 restaurants, 8 cafes and independent retail within 600 m, giving crews easy catering and guests a busy, walkable arrival route; address vetted by Fashion Week Venues.
- Availability
- Day rate is $1,440 (approximately EUR 1,255) with a one day minimum and no cap on run length. Book 3 to 4 weeks ahead for Oakland, and 6 to 8 weeks for September and February market weeks, First Fridays and the December retail peak, when spaces at this address typically book fastest.
- How to Book
- Send your dates, guest count and format through the enquiry form and we reply within 24h with hold options, while permit paperwork, staffing and fit-out coordination are handled by our team on your behalf. No charge until confirmed, so request availability now.
about this space
Located in Downtown Oakland, this flexible event venue and meeting space offers a versatile setting for various occasions, including weddings, baby showers, cultural gatherings, corporate events, team offsites, and professional organization meetings. Spanning 2,850 square feet, the venue accommodates up to 140 guests standing or 70 seated. Amenities include eight 8-foot rectangular tables and eight 8-foot round tables, a 65-inch Smart TV equipped with Apple Play and streaming applications, an HDMI cord, a Bose sound system with a Bluetooth speaker, and a kitchenette outfitted with a sink, refrigerator, and ice maker. Additional features of the venue comprise internet access, air conditioning, a security system, a stock room, counters, fitting rooms, lighting, furniture, electricity, heating, parking, an elevator, and Wi-Fi, providing a comprehensive setup for a variety of events.
what's included
- Internet
- Air Conditioning
- Security System
- Stock Room
- Counters
- Fitting Rooms
- Garment Rack
- Lighting
- Furniture
- Sound & Video Equipment
- Electricity
- Heating
- Parking
- Elevator
- Kitchen
- Wifi
package add-ons
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how to book this space
- 01
Check the shell and the dates
Review the gallery, 265 sqm floor plan and amenities for Versatile Event Venue in Downtown Oakland, then note the window you want in Oakland. Fashion week dates book 6–10 weeks out.
- 02
Send the brief
Use the request panel on this page to send your dates, expected footfall and budget. The listed rate is a starting point at €1255 per day.
- 03
Get availability and a quote
We confirm availability with the operator and come back within 24 hours with the all-in cost: rent, staffing, permits and fit-out for Oakland.
- 04
Lock the contract
Sign the short-term licence, pay the deposit and we register any permit or signage paperwork the address needs.
- 05
Build and open
Fit-out, install and staff the pop-up. Our production team handles delivery, install and the strike at the end of the run in Oakland.
use cases
location
what's around
7 stores within 600 m, incl. 21 Hair Salon, One's Fashion, Central Nails
brands nearby
- fashion stores
- 2
- jewellery & watches
- 1
- beauty
- 4
- galleries
- 1
- culture
- 2
- cafés
- 8
- restaurants & bars
- 20
- other retail
- 22
- Empress Florist & Gifts40 m
- Basil Pizzeria50 m
- Shadow Ultra Lounge110 m
- Diving Swallow120 m
- Binh Minh Quan130 m
- Queen Hippie Gypsy140 m
getting here & street life
nearest transit
- Oakland City Center - 12th Streetmetro374 m · 5 min
- Lake Merrittmetro594 m · 7 min
- 19th Street Oaklandmetro629 m · 8 min
- 12th Street & Harrison Streetbus · 18 19 22 30 40 9689 m · 1 min
- 11th Street & Harrison Streetbus · 18 22 40 96 633 640176 m · 2 min
- Harrison Southboundbus181 m · 2 min
street activity
high footfall.
11 places within 200 m · 29 stores · 28 cafés and restaurants
- within 200 m
- 11
- within 400 m
- 60
- within 600 m
- 60
the neighbourhood
Harrison and Fifteenth Streets Historic District is a group of seven historical buildings in downtown Oakland, California, United States. The Harrison and Fifteenth Street Historic District buildings were built between 1914 and 1929. The buildings were listed on the National Register of Historic Places on November 7, 1996. The Harrison and Fifteenth Streets Historic District covers: 1401–1501 Harrison Street, 300–312 14th Street, and 300–349 15th Street.
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frequently asked
Yes — Versatile Event Venue in Downtown Oakland is a vetted pop-up ready space in Oakland, 265 sqm. Request availability and dates through the inquiry card on the listing.
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