Skylight at The Rotunda
EST. PRIOR TO 2010
300 Frank H. Ogawa Plaza, Oakland, CA 94612, USA

Skylight at The Rotunda
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Located in the heart of Downtown Oakland, Skylight at The Rotunda has stood as the crown jewel of the East Bay since opening in 1912 as Kahn's Department Store.
The Lowdown
Type
Historic BuildingOther
Views
CityscapeSkylineStreet
Style
Classic
Elegant
Fanciful
Glamorous
Ornate
Best type of Celebrations

Venue Setting

Located in the heart of Downtown Oakland, Skylight at The Rotunda has stood as the crown jewel of the East Bay since opening in 1912 as Kahn's Department Store. The multi-story Beaux-Arts building features original architectural details with a 125-foot-high glass dome ceiling gracing a 5,000 square foot atrium surrounding a gilded grand staircase. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the Rotunda celebrates the architectural history and cultural heritage of Oakland.

The atrium event space is available now and the 10,000 square foot amenity level will launch as part of Skylight’s portfolio in early 2024.

  • 5,000 square feet of Rotunda event space:
    • Soaring 125’ glass dome
    • Architectural lighting
    • Original terrazzo flooring
    • 1,500 max capacity for standing
    • 1,070 max capacity with chairs only
    • 500 max capacity with tables & chairs
  • 10,000 square feet of amenity space featuring:
    • Bridal Suite
    • Lounge and Game Room
    • Hospitality Bar
    • Meeting Rooms
  • Back-of-house production space complete with:
    • Full catering kitchen
    • Ample storage
    • Sliding doorway that opens to Atrium
  • Adjacent parking garage
  • Easy access to BART and AC Transit lines
  • Central location with multiple transportation options


Capacity

Seated
500
Buffet
N/A
Standing
1500
Fees
(Prices listed here are estimates only & are subject to change)
Price range

Does this include catering fees?

No

Additional charges

Admin Fee

Insurance

Additional Insurance Is Required To Host An Event At This Venue

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Event Logistics and Amenities
(Essential event logistics and amenities to ensure a seamless and memorable experience for you gathering)
Celebrations hosted here since
2010
Curfew
1 AM
Venue spaces
Indoor Venue Space Only
Catering
Client Must Select A Caterer From The List Provided By The Venue
Alcohol
Provided By Venue For Fee – You Must Use The Venue For All Alcohol Services
Music
Indoors Only
Smoking
Non-smoking Venue
Amenities
  • Bridal Suite/Changing Rooms Onsite
  • Wifi
  • Ample Parking Onsite
  • Onsite Restrooms

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