Event Venues

Reservations for 2026 will begin on Wednesday, January 22nd, 2025 at 9:00 am, by phone only. Walk-in bookings are not allowed on opening day.

For your next event, consider one of our event venues or outdoor spaces set in a natural park environment. Your guests will enjoy the unique historic, artistic, and cultural spaces for all group sizes inside and out.

Our four event venues are ideal for weddings, celebrations, workshops, and retreats in tranquil parkland and waterfront settings at affordable rates. Our approved caterer and preferred vendor partners complete the package by offering their expertise and experience producing events to help guide you through your event planning journey. Contact our Rental Facilities Office at brazil@ebparks.org or (510) 544-3164.

We also have many outdoor picnic sites throughout our parks that are perfect for weddings of all sizes. To make reservations for an outdoor location, call 1-888-EBPARKS (1-888-327-2757), press option 2.

If you prefer a completely full service option, check out our event spaces operated by our approved and experienced park partners.

Available Rental Facilities

Rental Facilities Resources

Learn more about hosting your event at our beautiful and unique rental facilities.

Tilden Brazilian Room Exterior Facility Wedding Ceremony Setup

Availability and Reservations

Temescal Beach House Interior Reception Setup

Caterers and Vendors

Kennedy Grove Fern Cottage Exterior Garden Wedding Ceremony

Rental Facilities Documents

Rental Facilities FAQs

Contact Us

For Availability, Reservations, and Insurance Info:
Reservations Department
Phone: 1-888-EBPARKS (888-327-2757), option 2
Office Hours: Mon-Fri, 9am-4pm

For Appointments and General Facility Info:
Rental Facilities Operations
Phone: (510) 544-3164 or email below
Office Hours: Mon-Fri, 10am-3pm

Check availability online, 24 hours a day: Availability Calendar

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Popular Outdoor Picnic Sites for Weddings

Reinhardt Redwood Picnic Areas - Oakland

There are THREE (3) reservable sites at Reinhardt Redwood Regional Park.

Roberts Picnic Areas - Oakland

There are eight (8) reservable sites at Roberts Regional Recreation Area.

Tilden Regional Park from Inspiration Point

Tilden Picnic Areas - Berkeley

There are thirteen (13) reservable sites at Tilden Regional Park.

Briones Picnic Areas - Lafayette / Martinez

There are three (3) reservable sites at Briones Regional Park. Beer and wine…

Contra Loma Picnic Areas - Antioch

There are six (6) reservable sites at Contra Loma Regional Park. There is no…

Del Valle Picnic Areas - Livermore

There are twelve (12) reservable sites at Del Valle Regional Park. Beer and…

Kennedy Grove Picnic Areas - El Sobrante

There are seven (7) reservable sites at Kennedy Grove Regional Recreation Area.

Quarry Lakes Picnic Areas - Fremont

There are four (4) reservable sites at Quarry Lakes Regional Recreation Area.

Partner Event Spaces

Ardenwood Events by Palmdale Estates Events

The grounds are graced by the stately Patterson House, a beautiful 19th-century mansion restored to its original elegance. The expansive lawns and surrounding gardens create a magical atmosphere for weddings, receptions and anniversary celebrations.

Little Hills Events by Palmdale Estates Events

Nestled in the Las Trampas Regional Wilderness, this venue offers a beautiful and intimate setting for wedding ceremonies, receptions and corporate events. Say “I do” atop the picturesque plateau surrounded by nature's magnificent beauty, dine in our intimate white tent and dance the night away under the stars and twinkling market lights.

The Bridge Yard by Oakland Venue Management

Once a maintenance facility for the Bay Area’s ubiquitous street cars, the Bridge Yard is Oakland’s newest event space.
The award-winning restoration of this historic building features panoramic waterfront views of Oakland and San Francisco, an iconic light-filled indoor space, and an outdoor courtyard with a stage, seating and elevated viewing deck.