Located in the beautiful upper Rockridge area of Oakland Hills, Oakland Center for Spiritual Living offers serenity and beauty, providing a picturesque setting for weddings and other important celebrations. Being close to major freeways such as Hwy 24 and Hwy 13, the Center is quite convenient for guests who will be coming from all over the East Bay and beyond.
Accessible and Central Location
The Oakland Center for Spiritual Living is perfectly situated for accessibility, making it a true center in every sense for all of the East Bay. Whether your guests are arriving from north, east, south, or west—from Albany to Berkeley and beyond—you never have to worry about transportation, so their time will be without hassle and long travel.
Elegant, Versatile Spaces
Inside our facility are many rooms catering for different events, from the most intimate to the most grand:
- Sanctuary: This beautiful Sanctuary with exquisite stained glass will provide a stately backdrop to every ceremony. It can accommodate up to 250 seated guests, making it ideal for larger weddings, concerts, and panels, among other large events.
- Social Hall: This very spacious 2,000 square feet will accommodate up to 200 people for seated receptions. It features a newly refinished hardwood floor with high ceilings, providing you with a large open space with the flexible atmosphere you want for your event. It has a full commercial kitchen, which caterers truly appreciate because of its extensive facilities.
- Parking and Accessibility: The Center makes sure accessibility is not a problem, with its main lot of 108 spaces, including handicapped parking. Additional street parking on Clarewood Drive can facilitate large guests to make the event easy for everybody.
Flexibility for All Types of Weddings
Whether you are considering a large formal affair or a small private service, we have the space to suit your needs. At our center, you do not need to be a part of the community to book your wedding with us; however, if you become a partner, you will receive a rental discount for your venue. Ultimately, we want to be open and available to everybody, regardless of status at our center.
More Space Provided for Your Convenience
Knowing that weddings are much more than a main event, we have a variety of smaller spaces for a multitude of uses on your big day. These can be dressing areas for the wedding party or lounging spaces for your guests between events. To add to all these amenities, we even have a private space for family gatherings or private bridal preparations.
Plan Your Dream Wedding at Oakland Center for Spiritual Living
Whether yours is a large wedding or a small intimate gathering, Oakland Center for Spiritual Living provides an atmosphere that warms your special occasion and spiritually lifts any event. For booking questions or a personal tour, please call our Rental Usage Coordinator, Susan Brecker.