Forage Kitchen

Forage Kitchen Events is a versatile venue in Oakland’s Uptown district, created for organisers planning weddings, corporate functions, private celebrations and community gatherings. The space combines an indoor event setting with outdoor areas, giving hosts room to shape the atmosphere around their occasion. It can accommodate up to 175 seated guests or as many as 250 standing, making it suitable for intimate receptions as well as larger parties, launches, networking events and company celebrations.

The venue offers flexible hire arrangements and works with organisers to create an event format that suits their plans. Weddings can include an outdoor ceremony followed by a reception, with the team available to guide couples through the planning process. Corporate clients can use the venue for meetings, conferences, product launches, team gatherings, holiday parties and networking events. The space is also available for birthdays, anniversaries, reunions, themed occasions, pop-up markets and community-focused programmes.

Forage Kitchen Events provides a full bar service with bartenders, glassware and selectable drinks packages. Its in-house catering partner, Mestizo Paella, can develop menus for plated meals, buffets and passed appetisers, while outside caterers may also be considered subject to venue requirements. Organisers are welcome to bring in approved suppliers, allowing them to personalise the styling, entertainment and production of their event.

The team supports the booking process with venue tours, event discussions and on-site management. Located close to hotels, restaurants and breweries, Forage Kitchen offers a convenient setting for guests attending events in central Oakland.