Oakstop - California Ballroom is an Oakland wedding and events venue housed in a 7,500-square-foot Art Deco landmark built in 1926, located a few blocks from Lake Merritt in downtown Oakland. The ballroom features a majestic high gold leaf ceiling, a large stage with curtains and spotlights, and a sizable dance floor; it seats 300 for banquet-style dinners and holds up to 600 for standing receptions. The California Ballroom has operated since 1926 and is now managed by Oakstop, a Black-owned business focused on preserving Oakland's history and culture through events, arts programming, and support for the local business community. Located at 1736 Franklin St in downtown Oakland, CA. Reviewers describe a spacious venue with nostalgic decor, a large dance floor, and a stage suitable for events of up to 150 or so, while noting there are a lot of stairs and a small elevator.
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