8 Best Event Venues in Berkeley: Capacity and Prices (2026)
Eight bookable Berkeley event venues, from a $45.00/hour meeting room to a 250-guest Bushrod hall and two wineries, with typed prices, capacity by layout and cancellation terms.
TL;DR
Eight Berkeley event venues are bookable on Events in Minutes, with maximum capacities from 8 to 300 guests. Four charge a straight hourly rate, from $45.00/hour to $1250.00/hour, and four charge a flat fee of $300.00 to $1100.00 plus an hourly rate of $150.00/hour to $650.00/hour.
- 100 to 250 guests: the Bushrod hall at $1100.00 + $380.00/hour, 250 standing or 175 seated, with a stage and flexible cancellation.
- Winery reception: the Industrial Chic Winery in Northwest Berkeley at $400.00 + $650.00/hour for up to 150, with an outdoor area.
- Wine-led dinner for 20 to 50: the Gilman District urban winery at $400.00 + $150.00/hour, wine service included.
- Team party for up to 80: the Southwest Berkeley lounge at $200.00/hour, with a garden, patio and stage.
- Meeting room on a budget: the Radiant meeting room at $45.00/hour for up to 25, bookable from 1 hour.
Last updated: September 2026
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What are the best event venues in Berkeley?
The eight Berkeley event venues below run from an 8-guest Claremont loft to a 300-guest photo studio, and the Bushrod hall is the strongest all-round pick for 100 or more guests.
Which Berkeley wineries host private events?
Two Berkeley winery event spaces on Events in Minutes host private events, both in Northwest Berkeley and both at a $400.00 flat fee plus an hourly rate. The Industrial Chic Winery is the bigger room (150 standing), and the Gilman District urban winery holds 75.
Which Berkeley venues hold 100 or more guests?
Three Berkeley venues in this guide hold 100 or more standing guests: the photo studio (300), the Bushrod hall (250) and the Industrial Chic Winery (150). The Bushrod hall is the practical evening pick, since the photo studio books only a fixed 10-hour window between 8:00 AM and 6:00 PM.
What does a Berkeley event venue cost per hour?
Berkeley event space rental on Events in Minutes costs $45.00/hour to $1250.00/hour across the 4 straight hourly listings below, and the median is $200.00/hour (both middle values are $200.00/hour; listings checked September 25, 2026). The other 4 venues charge a flat fee plus an hourly rate.
Which Berkeley meeting rooms and conference rooms can you rent by the hour?
For a meeting room rental in Berkeley, two rooms on Events in Minutes rent by the hour, both in Southwest Berkeley: the Radiant meeting room at $45.00/hour holds 25 standing or 17 at tables, and the 750 sq ft meeting room at $200.00/hour holds 20 standing or 14 at tables. For a talk or workshop of 26 to 80, the lounge at $200.00/hour adds a stage and microphones.
Eight event venues in Berkeley
Elegant Event Space for Celebrations in Bushrod
A 6,695 sq ft loft-style hall listed in Bushrod, for 250 standing or 175 at banquet tables. It includes a stage, full kitchen, projector and WiFi, plus soundproofing and ADA access. Best for a company party, awards night or seated dinner of 100 or more. Watch-out: the $1100.00 flat fee is the highest here, and a sound system is an add-on.
Book nowIndustrial Chic Winery | Private Events
A winery in Northwest Berkeley with 1,000 sq ft of industrial chic space plus an outdoor area, for 150 standing or 105 at banquet tables. A built-in bar, sound system, projector and WiFi are included. Best for a wine-themed reception, mixer or rehearsal dinner. Watch-out: $650.00/hour is the highest hourly rate among the flat-fee-plus-hourly venues here, with a 4-hour minimum and strict cancellation.
Book nowIntimate Urban Winery Event Space with Natural Wine Service
A 2,000 sq ft natural winery in the Gilman District with wine barrels, natural light and a patio, for 75 standing or 50 at banquet tables. The listing says professional wine service is included in every booking. Best for a client dinner or team tasting of 20 to 50. Watch-out: the listing sets a 10-guest minimum, and cancellation is strict.
Book nowLounge with Natural Light for Events
A 3,003 sq ft lounge in Southwest Berkeley with natural light, a garden and patio, a stage, microphones and a full kitchen, for 80 guests standing or seated. Best for a team party or talk with indoor and outdoor space. Watch-out: a 3-hour minimum, strict cancellation, and the projector is a paid add-on.
Book nowRadiant Meeting Room for Special Occasions in Berkeley
A 400 sq ft meeting room in Southwest Berkeley for 25 standing or 17 at tables, with a kitchen, WiFi, a whiteboard and full ADA wheelchair accessibility. It books from 1 hour, 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM daily. Best for a workshop, interview day or small offsite. Watch-out: the listing shows one photo and lists no projector or screen.
Book nowMeeting Room with Natural Light for Events in Berkeley
A 750 sq ft meeting room in Southwest Berkeley for 20 standing or 14 at tables, with TV monitors, WiFi, a full kitchen and a cinema screening room. It lists valet, on-site and free street parking. Best for a board meeting or leadership session with guests who drive. Watch-out: $200.00/hour for 14 seats, strict cancellation up to 30 days before, and hours are by request.
Book nowIntimate Event Space for Celebrations in Claremont
A 1,300 sq ft loft in Claremont for up to 8 guests, with natural light, a green-screen cyclorama, lighting equipment, a projector and a full kitchen. It lists 24-hour weekday operating hours and flexible cancellation. Best for an executive dinner, small content shoot or planning session. Watch-out: groups are capped at 8.
Book nowPhoto Studio with Natural Light for Events in Berkeley
A 3,700 sq ft photo studio in Southwest Berkeley with an open floor plan, natural light and WiFi, for 300 standing or 210 at banquet tables. It is open 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM daily. Best for a large daytime production. Watch-out: the booking is a fixed 10 hours, parking is paid on-site, and cancellation is strict.
Book nowCompare Berkeley event spaces by capacity and price
The table compares all eight private event venues in Berkeley. It mixes two pricing models, so compare prices only within the same model.
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| Activity | Location | Duration | Group | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elegant Event Space for Celebrations in Bushrod | Berkeley, CA | 3–9 hours | 1–250 guests | $1100.00 + $380.00/hour |
| Industrial Chic Winery | Private Events | Berkeley, CA | 4–11 hours | 1–150 guests | $400.00 + $650.00/hour |
| Intimate Urban Winery Event Space with Natural Wine Service | Berkeley, CA | 2–12 hours | 10–75 guests | $400.00 + $150.00/hour |
| Lounge with Natural Light for Events | Berkeley, CA | 3–15 hours | 1–80 guests | $200.00/hour |
| Radiant Meeting Room for Special Occasions in Berkeley | Berkeley, CA | 1–16 hours | 1–25 guests | $45.00/hour |
| Meeting Room with Natural Light for Events in Berkeley | Berkeley, CA | 2–10 hours | 1–20 guests | $200.00/hour |
| Intimate Event Space for Celebrations in Claremont | Berkeley, CA | 2–8 hours | 1–8 guests | $300.00 + $300.00/hour |
| Photo Studio with Natural Light for Events in Berkeley | Berkeley, CA | 10–10 hours | 1–300 guests | $1250.00/hour |
Parking and BART access at Berkeley venues
Every one of the eight Berkeley listings describes parking, and seven list free street parking; the photo studio lists paid on-site parking only.
None of the listings names a BART station; three (the Bushrod hall, the Industrial Chic Winery and the lounge) say public transportation is available. Check the walk to BART before promising guests a transit option.
Budget examples for Berkeley venues
Example estimates for the venue only, before tax, fees and gratuity, assuming the flat fee is charged once per booking.
- Radiant meeting room, 2 hours: 2 x $45.00/hour = $90.00.
- Lounge, 3 hours (the minimum): 3 x $200.00/hour = $600.00.
- Urban winery, 3 hours: $400.00 + 3 x $150.00/hour = $850.00.
- Claremont loft, 2 hours (the minimum): $300.00 + 2 x $300.00/hour = $900.00.
- Bushrod hall, 4 hours: $1100.00 + 4 x $380.00/hour = $2,620.00.
- Photo studio, 10 hours (the fixed window): 10 x $1250.00/hour = $12,500.00.
Count setup and breakdown in your hours, and check our venue hidden fees checklist before you sign.
How we chose
We chose 8 Berkeley listings that span the widest range of capacities and price models. Prices, capacity, inclusions, hours, parking and cancellation terms were checked against each live listing on September 25, 2026. Price ranges stay within one pricing type, and review ratings are left out.
Planning tips for a Berkeley venue booking
- Decide standing or seated first. It changes usable capacity by 90 guests at the photo studio and by 75 at the Bushrod hall. If your date is taken, compare event venues in Oakland, a short BART ride south.
- Price add-ons early, since sound and projection are extra at some venues.
- Confirm load-in: the Bushrod hall, both wineries and the lounge list ground-level access, which helps caterers and AV crews.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can we bring our own caterer to a Berkeley venue?
Five of the Berkeley listings include a full kitchen (Bushrod, the Southwest Berkeley lounge, both meeting rooms and Claremont), which makes a drop-off or staffed caterer practical. The two wineries list a bar (and the urban winery lists refrigeration), so confirm kitchen access, outside catering and alcohol with the host.
Which Berkeley venues are open in the evening?
The Radiant meeting room is open until 11:00 PM every day, and the Claremont space lists 24-hour weekday operating hours. The Industrial Chic Winery closes at 5:00 PM Monday through Wednesday and at 8:00 PM Thursday through Saturday, and the photo studio closes at 6:00 PM. For the rest, include your end time.
Which Berkeley venues have flexible cancellation?
Three do: the Bushrod hall, the Claremont space and the Radiant meeting room, which allows cancellation up to 7 days before. The two wineries, the lounge, the 750 sq ft meeting room and the photo studio are strict, and the last two state a window of up to 30 days before. Book a strict venue only once your plans are firm.
Is there a Berkeley event space for a UC Berkeley club, class or campus group on a small budget?
The Radiant meeting room in Southwest Berkeley is the lowest-priced Berkeley event space here at $45.00/hour for up to 25 people. As an example estimate before tax and fees, a 2-hour meeting is 2 x $45.00/hour = $90.00, or $3.60 per person for 25. None of the listings states a walking distance to campus, so check the route before you book.
Which Berkeley venues fit a corporate event needing 8,000+ square feet and in-house catering?
None of the eight Berkeley event venues here lists 8,000 square feet or in-house catering. The largest is the Bushrod hall at 6,695 sq ft for 250 standing or 175 at banquet tables, and its listing offers full kitchen access for catering preparation, so you bring a caterer. For a bigger floor plan, compare event venues in Oakland.
Which Berkeley party venues work for a private party?
For a private party of up to 80, the Southwest Berkeley lounge at $200.00/hour has a garden, patio, stage and microphones. For 100 to 250 guests, the Bushrod hall at $1100.00 + $380.00/hour has a stage and flexible cancellation. For a wine-led party, the Industrial Chic Winery holds up to 150 standing. All eight are request to book, and every host lists a response time of four hours or less.