Oakland Zoo

9777 Golf Links Road, Oakland, CA
230 Capacity
$3,000 to $4,500 / Wedding
Host your next unforgettable corporate outing, birthday party, graduation celebration, or special event at Oakland Zoo's Snow Building, one of the Bay Area's most unique event venues. Snow Building • Capacity: Up to 150 seated or 200 standing for a mix & mingle-style event • Included: 60" Round Tables, Wooden Padded Chairs • Scenery: Panoramic Bay views and a spacious private patio We also offer the option to pre-purchase Zoo admission for your guests—perfect for creating a unique and unforgettable experience! Rental rates for the Snow Building start at: $2,500 on weekdays $3,000 on weekends This includes up to 6 hours, and additional time can be added at $300/hour. The venue is available to rent from 8am–12am, giving you plenty of flexibility for early or late events. We’re proud to offer full-service catering exclusively through SSA Group, which includes setup, breakdown, servers, bar service, rental coordination, and more. We're also happy to accommodate custom requests—just let us know your vision! We do not allow outside catering. If you'd like to schedule a venue tour during the week (Monday–Friday, 9am–4pm), just let me know a time that works best for you. I'm happy to walk you through everything in person! Looking forward to helping you plan this special event.

Event Pricing

Sunday to Thursday starting at $3,000 for a 6-hour rental
1 - 250 people
$3,000 per event
Friday and Saturday starting at $3,500 for a 6-hour rental
200 people max
$3,500 per event
Weddings
130 people max
$4,500 per event

Event Spaces

Snow Building.
Snow Building.
General Event Space
250 Capacity

Additional Info

Neighborhood
Venue Types
Amenities
  • ADA/ACA Accessible
  • Fully Equipped Kitchen
  • On-Site Catering Service
  • Outdoor Function Area
  • Wireless Internet/Wi-Fi
Features
  • Max Number of People for an Event: 230
  • Number of Event/Function Spaces: 1
  • Total Meeting Room Space (Square Feet): 2,500
  • Year Renovated: 2023