Top Castro Valley Venues

Enjoy spectacular views of Lake Merritt for your special event. Celebrate with the best service, handcrafted ales, and the best seafood Oakland has to offer.

• Spaces for 300 Guests

Scene is a flexible event venue and meeting space, located in Downtown Oakland, on 12th and Harrison. Our space serves as a blank canvas to businesses and individuals in the community looking to celebrate important milestones such as weddings, baby showers, cultural gatherings, corporate events, team offsites, professional organization meetings, retail marketplaces and much more. It is with great pleasure we get to help our guests feel Scene everyday! Included with Booking 2,850 sq foot venue 140 capacity standing, 70 seated 8 8ft rectangular tables 8 8ft round tables 65 inch Smart TV with Apple Play and Streaming Apps included HDMI Cord Bose PA system and bluetooth speaker Kitchenette with sink, refrigerator, and icemaker Depending on availability, overnight storage may be available for full day bookings.

FLUID510 is the destination for Oakland events. Conveniently located across from Oakland’s City Hall, above 2 BART Stops & within walking distance of the Fox & Paramount Theatre, parking garages, this venue holds over 250 attendees and the creative vision you bring. FLUID510 is a 5,000 square foot event venue a full kitchen, state of the art sound & lighting, three projection screens as well as Two Full Bars & an elevated lounge that is perfect for trainings as it is for presentations, mixers & fundraisers. FLUID510 fits 250 people standing, 120 people in seated auditorium style and 100 at Gala style tables. We also offer The Loft for your more intimate events holding 40 friends that also comes with private bar, DJ system & professional lighting. Tables, chairs, silverware and staff are all included in our venue rental fee.

• Spaces for 300 Guests

We are an interactive, immersive "DIY" photography studio and event space located in Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek, CA We are a TWO LEVEL experience for your party event with over 15,000 sq. ft.! We provide a large space upstairs for your private event venue. Meanwhile downstairs is where we have more than 24+ different immersive Photo Booth sets with unique themes that all of your guests will love & enjoy! We also provide fitting rooms for different outfit changes! We have our 360 party revolution spinner with any background, that is a popular attraction for our events. We have been featured on Yahoo!, USA Today, KRON4, MSN, TimesTravel, FLIPBOARD, NEWSBREAK, ETC.

• Spaces for 20-320 Guests
• 5 Wineries

The Palm Event Center in the Vineyard is a contemporary winery estate in Livermore Valley Wine Country. Nestled in the rolling hills with a 180-degree view of the vineyards, this private event venue feels like a refuge while still being easily accessible to the Greater Bay Area. Romantic with a touch of glamour, the venue offers interior spaces with cool tones, warm candlelight, and sleek contemporary touches. The main Ballroom is spacious and the perfect canvas for any event decor. The venue also offers indoor and outdoor ceremony sites for couples to choose from. Indoors, couples may marry inside a large barrel room with customizable lighting and the ability to hang additional lighting and decor. Outside, couples may marry on the lawn overlooking the vineyards. There is also an outdoor terrace patio for cocktails and hors d'oeuvres while watching the sunset. In addition to beautiful spaces, the venue also offers 5-hour event times, in-house catering, and a 4.5-hour full open bar. Included in all wedding packages are everything needed to host a reception - tables, chiavari chairs, linens, place settings, and glassware. Service staff and a day-of coordinator to handle all logistics are also provided. For weddings with a style of cuisine that the Palm culinary staff does not specialize in (to be determined by the Palm - i.e. Indian, Traditional 8-Course Chinese/Vietnamese, or Persian), couples are allowed to contract with exclusive outside caterers. Custom-built for weddings, the bespoke venue is precisely tailored in its spaces, menus, and offerings to give clients the perfect wedding.

• Spaces for 130 Guests
• 1 Event Space

Built in 1993 and reimagined in 2022, The Garden is the perfect location for a wedding, corporate event, or social affair in charming Downtown Walnut Creek. Our elegant, yet informal spaces include: The Upper Terrace, The Landing, and The Ballroom. We look forward to bringing your dream event to life so you can create memories that will last a lifetime.

• Spaces for 400-700 Guests

At Hangar 1, the California way isn't just our motto, it's our way of life. It's distilled into everything we represent and everything we do, from how we make Straight vodka to the innovations in our Distiller’s Exclusive spirits. The California way defines us, and our take on spirits. California is our home and our terroir, and we'll continue to draw upon it for endless inspiration, ingredients, and innovation. At Hangar 1, the California way isn't just our motto, it's our way of life. It's distilled into everything we represent and everything we do, from how we make Straight vodka to the innovations in our Distiller’s Exclusive spirits. The California way defines us, and our take on spirits. California is our home and our terroir, and we'll continue to draw upon it for endless inspiration, ingredients, and innovation. HOST A PRIVATE EVENT AT THE HANGAR Hangar One Private Tasting PERFECT FOR BIRTHDAYS, CORPORATE EVENTS, WEDDINGS, AND MUCH, MUCH MORE. Our mezzanine tasting bar is available for private event bookings from corporate meetings and events to weddings. The spacious industrial backdrop paired with a relaxed, comfortable decor will be the perfect ambiance for your next outing. Our lounge, mezzanine and outdoor space can accommodate 50-400 people. We also have behind-the-scenes VIP tour and tasting options for smaller groups and special celebrations.

• Spaces for 350 Guests

The Club at Ruby Hill offers the ideal combination of breathtaking beauty, breathtaking views, casual elegance, and impeccable service to create an experience that is truly extraordinary! While we strive to exceed your expectations, our professional staff is unrivaled in the industry and will ensure that your Club Experience is everything you could possibly want while exceeding your expectations. The Club at Ruby Hill provides an unrivaled setting for the wedding of your dreams, with the romantic backdrop of our breathtaking golf course and surrounding wine country serving as the perfect setting for your special day. With our breathtaking indoor and outdoor event venues, you can relax and enjoy yourself while our experienced team of on-site catering* and event specialists takes care of the details so you can concentrate on what's really important: celebrating this important milestone with family and friends. We'll work with you to create a package that exceeds your expectations, fits within your budget, and leaves a lasting impression on you, your guests, and your venue. For more information, please see this page. *There will be no outside catering allowed. Due to the fact that we are located in a gated community, appointments are required to tour the facility.

• Spaces for 500 Guests

The Arya Event Center in Livermore is the newest event venue located in the San Francisco Bay Area. Book this private and luxurious venue located next to the lush rolling Livermore hills. We host weddings, social events, receptions, and corporate meetings. Epic Ballroom Our exquisite ballroom was professionally designed with porcelain floors, custom woodworking on every wall, and modern lighting systems for your event to be unforgettable. The grand ballroom can be configured to your taste with multiple full bars and room for over 500 guests. Entrance High ceilings, custom lighting, and chandeliers set the Arya Event Center entrance apart. Our entranceway was designed to make a long-lasting impression. Multiple spaces can be combined or sectioned off to your desire. Bridal Suite The Arya Event Center has multiple suites that can be used as your Bridal Suite. Tastefully designed to cater to the bride and her closest family and friends, the suite features private dressing rooms, full-length mirrors, and makeup areas. Commercial Kitchen Our full commercial kitchen is accessible from multiple entrances. Our stainless steel laced, the fully loaded kitchen is a great place for prepping and cooking meals for your events. Equipped with ovens, stoves, a full-size commercial hood, and is perfect for your caterer's needs.

• Spaces for 450 Guests

Casa Real at Ruby Hill Winery is a Mediterranean Villa in the heart of Livermore Valley Wine Country. Surrounded by vineyards, it is a romantic location for couples to say their vows. The venue features a Grand Salon reception room, large enough to accommodate up to 400 guests, but intimate for smaller guest counts. In addition to reception space, indoor and outdoor ceremony sites are available. Outdoors, couples may marry under a lush arbor within the venue's walled garden. Inside, couples may marry in the Amber Room, a gorgeous ceremony room that features a large limestone-carved fireplace, ambient lighting, and large wooden doors for a dramatic wedding party entrance. In addition to the venue itself, Casa Real also is the in-house caterer. Providing elegant, fine-dining meals for guests and serving wine from the next-door Ruby Hill Winery. Packages include all that is needed to host a meal for friends and family - tables, chairs, linens, place settings, the meal, 4.5-hour full open bar, and service. In addition, included is Casa Real's day-of coordination service. This service allows couples to relax on their wedding day, knowing that all the little logistical details will be taken care of. Featuring breathtaking views, attentive service, and award-winning cuisine, Casa Real at Ruby Hill Winery is the perfect venue for a memorable wedding.

Make your next event Honorable. In the heart of Emeryville

• Spaces for 150-300 Guests

The Gardens at Heather Farm is an exquisite indoor/outdoor wedding and event venue situated in Walnut Creek, CA. Encompassing 6.5 acres of beautifully landscaped gardens surrounding a two-level banquet and meeting facility that can accommodate up to 150 guests, this venue has been a beloved choice for wedding ceremonies for over five decades. Embodying a rustic, natural, and classic ambiance, the venue's ethos revolves around celebrating love in a singular setting. Your outdoor ceremony unfolds in a serene garden backdrop at either the vine-covered Gazebo or the expansive Meadow Lawn. The Cowden Rose Garden, brimming with vibrant blooms from spring to fall, offers a romantic setting for capturing memorable photos. Guests can delight in appetizers and drinks amidst garden views during cocktail hour at the outdoor Patio & Pavilion. The festive wedding day culminates with dinner and dancing in the spacious Camellia Room banquet hall. Additional venue amenities include ceremony and reception furniture, complimentary on-site parking, and a caterer's warming kitchen for added convenience and comfort on your special day.

When the time comes to say your vows, give yourself the ultimate wedding gift by booking your nuptials at The Grand Bay Hotel. Our beautiful wedding venues, packages, and menus, along with your input and help from our experienced planning team, will help ensure this special day goes just as perfectly as you always planned it. We offer three unique venues to accommodate weddings and social events of various sizes. The Redwood Shores Ballroom is our 6,200-square-foot space and is stunningly appointed. It features one wall of floor-to-ceiling windows and a Mediterranean fountain, and the space can be used in its entirety or divided in half, depending on the size of your party. For more intimate weddings, we also have smaller banquet spaces available, including the Dockside Room with breathtaking views of Redwood Shores Lagoon, and the Aster room that features 360 degree windows and beautiful hardwood floors. We are confident you will find the perfect San Francisco wedding venue at our luxurious hotel.

Wente Vineyards is the country's oldest, continuously operated family-owned winery, founded in 1883. Today, the winery maintains its leadership role in California wine growing under ownership and management by the fourth and fifth generations of the Wente family. Blending traditional and innovative winemaking practices, the winery draws from 3,000 acres of sustainably farmed estate vineyards to create an outstanding portfolio of fine wines.

• Spaces for 180 Guests

A mission-style building from 1910, Hotel Shattuck Plaza is a downtown Berkeley landmark. Reflecting California's architectural heritage and re-designed with a contemporary aesthetic, this historic boutique hotel is the jewel of Downtown Berkeley. Around the corner from the BART to San Francisco, and two blocks from UC Berkeley, our hotel is surrounded by wonderful shops, theaters and dining. Savor local, farm-fresh California food at ZINO Restaurant and sip craft cocktails in the Lounge. Recharge with a workout in the fitness center, stay connected with free Wi-Fi, and convene in dynamic meeting spaces. Passionate about green hospitality, we are an eco-friendly hotel where modern luxury is always in harmony with the planet.

• Spaces for 330-1,200 Guests

Welcome to The Alexandria at San Carlos, the pinnacle of premier meeting, conference, and event spaces in San Carlos. Our venue offers an exceptional experience designed to exceed your every expectation. Our highly experienced staff, AV experts, and access to delectable catering from our in-house restaurant, Salt + Brine, ensure your event is extraordinary. From executive boardrooms to expansive conference and event spaces accommodating up to 330 guests, our beautifully decorated meeting & event spaces offer unparalleled flexibility to suit your needs. Beyond traditional meeting spaces, we boast a myriad of impressive indoor and outdoor social areas capable of hosting up to 1,200 attendees. Among these, our expansive patio area stands out, showcasing multiple interactive areas, including bocce ball, chess and a hammock garden. At The Alexandria at San Carlos, we are dedicated to crafting unforgettable experiences that leave a lasting impression. Welcome to the epitome of excellence in event hosting

• Spaces for 300-800 Guests

Throughout the year, we present a variety of public events, ranging from live music to seasonal celebrations. Please keep checking our website, social media, or signing up for our monthly email to be kept informed of any planned public events. Are you interested in hosting a private event at our facility? Please see the link below. Our objective is to provide creative and high-quality facilities for a wide range of entertainment, arts, business, social, and educational activities for people of all ages and backgrounds. We deliver unrivaled venue services in addition to an event experience that is unlike any other. SETTINGS FOR THE LOCATION Our four rental rooms can accommodate gatherings of as little as 20 people and as many as 1000 people. For additional information, please see our Event Rooms page. TABLES, LINENS, AND CHAIRS ARE INCLUDED. We'll discover the perfect table set-up for you using our in-house linen collection and our preferred rental provider, and we'll make sure your guests are comfortable in their seats. BAR SERVICES ARE AVAILABLE Whether you enjoy wine, beer, or cocktails, we have bar packages that will satisfy your needs no matter what you are looking for. MENU & CATERING CONCEPT DEVELOPMENT For any special event, we can provide seasonal menus that can be given to your guests in a variety of formats including plated dinners, family-style meals, buffets, and stations set up around the room. AUDIO/VISUAL Our in-house A/V technician will collaborate with you to ensure that all aspects of the event, including stage, sound, A/V rentals, projection, and lighting, are covered. HOST OF THE VENUE Our venue hosts are on hand from opening to closing to ensure that your event runs successfully. Please feel free to contact them with any questions or problems you may have.