On-Site Services for Exhibitors

The Most Convenient Bay Area Convention Center – Exhibition Venues – California

Oakland Convention Center is located in the heart of the largest urban center on the East Bay.  Featuring 64,000 square feet of convention, exhibit, social gathering and meeting room space, our professional staff offers unparalleled service and will put the finest touch on your event. 

Oakland Convention Center Features:

• Exhibit Hall – 48,000 Square Feet
• 11 Meeting Rooms – 264 Square Feet to 1,300 Square Feet 
• Convention Center Lobby – 1,000 Square Feet
• Executive Conference Room – 560 Square Feet
• Legal Resource Center 

The Most Versatile Exhibition Halls in California

Our magnificent Exhibit Hall measures 48,000 square feet and can accommodate up to 6,857 guests.  Perfect for any grand occasion, the Exhibit Hall can also be broken down into two smaller halls.  Exhibit Hall West measures 33,000 square feet and can accommodate up to 4,714 guests, and Exhibit Hall East measures 15,000 square feet and can accommodate up to 2,142 guests.

Meeting Rooms

Oakland Convention Center features 11 meeting rooms ranging in size from 264 square feet to 1,300 square feet.  Perfect for a variety of gatherings and conferences, our stylish meeting rooms can accommodate 10 to 180 guests.

Executive Conference Room

Our 560 square foot executive conference room features a spacious table with comfortable chairs.  Accommodating up to 10 guests, this is a perfect environment in which to get work done.

Oakland Marriott City Center – the Most Convenient in Bay Area Exhibition Centers

Featuring an additional 25,000 square feet of convention, exhibit, social gathering and meeting room space, Oakland Marriott City Center offers two lavish ballrooms, elegant pre-function areas, a penthouse, 32 versatile meeting rooms, executive boardrooms and a variety of hospitality suites.

Oakland Marriott City Center Features:

• Emelyn K. Jewett Ballroom – 10,300 Total Square Feet
• Jewett Foyer – 2,500 Square Feet
• Calvin Simmons Ballroom – 3,876 Square Feet
• AJ Toppers Penthouse – 2,700 Square Feet
• Oakland & California Rooms – 1,000 Square Feet
• Executive Conference Room – 257 Square Feet

Emelyn K. Jewett Ballroom

Our beautiful Emelyn K. Jewett Ballroom measures 10,300 total square feet and can accommodate up to 1,100 guests.  Perfect for any grand occasion, the ballroom can also be broken down into various salons that measure 695 to 4,860 square feet and can accommodate up to 600 guests. 

Calvin Simmons Ballroom

Our smaller yet equally stunning Calvin Simmons Ballroom measures 3,876 square feet and can accommodate up to 400 guests.  Perfect for mid-size gatherings, the ballroom can also be broken down into smaller salons that measure 830 to 2,768 square feet and can accommodate up to 275 guests.

AJ Toppers Penthouse

AJ Toppers Penthouse is located on the 21st floor and is perfect for any grand occasion.  Offering spectacular views of the entire Bay Area, the penthouse features 2,700 square feet of event space and can accommodate up to 300 guests.

Oakland & California Rooms

Our Oakland & California Rooms are more suited for small conferences and intimate gatherings.  Both measure 1,000 square feet and can accommodate up to 80 guests.

Executive Conference Room

Our 257 square foot executive conference room is the perfect place for business meetings.  Featuring a TV, screen, executive chairs, wet bar area, private bathroom and a whiteboard, our state-of-the-art conference room can accommodate up to 15 guests and will easily allow you to host an efficient meeting. 

Talented Catering Department

Our catering department offers a certified kosher kitchen and can create the prefect cuisine for any occasion.  From the simple yet flavorful to a refined gourmet selection, our talented culinary team will make your event's menu one that won’t soon be forgotten.

Audio-Visual Equipment

Through our full-service in-house supplier, Swank Audio Visuals, Oakland Convention Center offers a wide selection of audio-visual equipment and services, which are available on a reasonable rental basis.

Audio-Visual Equipment Includes:

Meeting Services

• High-Speed Wired & Wireless Internet Capabilities  
• AV Technician
• Copy Service
• Decorator
• Electrician
• Laborer
• Locksmith
• Security Guard
• Videoconferencing

Additional Setup & Production Support

International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees

Mark Thompson
Business Manager
Local 107
Cell: (510) 376-6251
Office: (510) 351-1858
E-mail: mark.thompson@iatse107.org

Additional Setup & Support Services Include

• AV & Sound Equipment Setup, Operation & Teardown
• Camera Operators
• Sound Engineers
• Theatrical Lighting
• Riggers
• General Laborers

The Most Convenient of All the Exhibition Venues in California

Oakland Convention Center and Oakland Marriott City Center offer world-class event facilities and hotel accommodations.  For more information contact us at (510) 466-6455.  We look forward to helping you host a memorable event.