Holiday Event Planning Guide

make your oakland holiday event planning a snap!

Celebrate the season in style at plank Oakland, where the city’s most dynamic waterfront venue meets chef-driven dining and exceptional event design. Whether you’re planning an intimate team dinner or a large-scale company celebration, our event spaces and seasonal menus create the perfect setting for connection, recognition, and holiday cheer.

Festive Menus to Impress Every Guest

Our culinary team has curated seasonal event menus that blend fresh, local ingredients with creative presentation. From plated dinners to shareable small bites and festive buffets, each menu is designed to match your group’s style and vision.

Choose from:

  • Multiple buffet-style holiday menus featuring seasonal selections

  • Customizable food and beverage packages for every budget and group size

  • Full bar service with craft cocktails, local beer, and curated wine options

Whether you’re hosting a lively cocktail reception or an elegant corporate soirée, our culinary and event teams will handle every detail—so you can simply enjoy the celebration.

Event Spaces with Style and Flexibility

At plank Oakland, we offer a variety of indoor and outdoor spaces that can accommodate groups from 12 to 1,500 guests—each offering its own ambiance, amenities, and breathtaking Jack London Square views.

The Hub

Our newest social destination, The Hub features a striking 30-foot media wall, immersive lighting, and modern dining options—ideal for watch parties, networking receptions, and end-of-year team celebrations.

The Beer Garden

Raise a glass in Oakland’s largest Beer Garden, complete with fire pits, string lighting, and open-air waterfront views. Perfect for casual mixers, cocktail receptions, or post-meeting social hours beneath the stars.

The Ridge

With a stylish indoor lounge and a rooftop garden patio, The Ridge offers an upscale yet relaxed atmosphere for holiday gatherings. Guests can enjoy sweeping views of Jack London Square and The Bay, cozy seating, and games like billiards and shuffleboard. Six HDTVs and a vibrant outdoor deck make this space a perfect blend of energy and sophistication.

The Boardroom

For an exclusive private experience, The Boardroom combines boutique entertainment with premium comfort. Featuring six private bowling lanes, two billiards tables, a full bar with 20+ craft beers on tap, and multiple large projection screens and HDTVs, it’s the ideal choice for company parties that balance fun and function. Guests also enjoy access to a rooftop patio with a fire pit and sweeping views of the Bay—creating a high-end holiday experience unlike anywhere else.

The Loft

Located within The Boardroom, The Loft offers an inviting indoor/outdoor lounge with panoramic views of Jack London Square and plank’s Beer Garden. Outfitted with a billiards table, HDTVs with HDMI capability, and direct access to the Boardroom’s bar and bowling lanes, it’s a versatile option for smaller gatherings, VIP receptions, or leadership celebrations.

The Perfect Waterfront Backdrop

Set along the Jack London waterfront, plank Oakland offers a setting that’s as inspiring as it is festive. With sparkling Bay views, glowing fire pits, and twinkling lights, your guests will enjoy a uniquely Oakland holiday celebration that’s equal parts refined and fun.

🎁 Plan Your Holiday Event

Our dedicated event team makes planning effortless—from menu design and AV setup to décor and entertainment coordination.
Discover why plank Oakland is the East Bay’s favorite destination for corporate holiday parties and group celebrations.

📅 Prime holiday dates fill quickly—reserve your event today!

Book your November or December Holiday event* by 10/31/25 and receive 1 Free Hour of Bowling!

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