Cornerstone - CA is a vibrant craft beer garden and live music venue in Berkeley, offering two distinct performance spaces—the Large Stage and a cozy Lounge—with a VIP mezzanine for an elevated experience. Capacities range from 600+ to 1,000 depending on configuration, and seating layouts vary by show. The venue is known for hosting regular concerts and private events, including nights like Heated Rivalry Night and performances such as Sun Kil Moon. Whether you’re here for a casual evening or a special event, Cornerstone provides a welcoming, no-fuss ticket experience as your trusted connection in live music.

Location and access are convenient for fans across the Bay Area, with quick transit options and nearby parking. We’ve put together practical details on seating, parking, transit, and nearby hotels and dining to help you plan a smooth night out.

Seating and seating charts: Cornerstone operates with two performance spaces—the Large Stage and the Lounge—each offering its own layout. Availability and exact seating configurations can be explored through the venue’s seating charts referenced via SimpleSeats. If you’re securing seats, we’ve got you covered with the latest options and real-time availability (the best available price).

Parking and transportation: The venue sits about 3.5 blocks from Downtown Berkeley BART, making rail access convenient for many fans. Street parking is typically available, with nearby parking lots for added options. If you’re driving, plan extra time during peak event periods.

Nearby hotels and dining: Extend your Berkeley visit with these nearby options:

Hotel Shattuck Plaza — 2086 Allston Way
Residence Inn Berkeley — 2121 Center St
Bancroft Hotel — 2680 Bancroft Way
Hotel Durant — 2600 Durant Ave
The French Hotel — 1538 Shattuck Ave

Dining choices around Cornerstone range from casual eateries to refined dining, and we can point you toward affiliate partner recommendations for hotels and restaurants to help you maximize value and convenience on your night out.

Notable events: Cornerstone consistently hosts regular concerts and private events, including themed nights and performances like Cinema Therapy Live and appearances by artists such as Sun Kil Moon, among others. For up-to-date event details, we rely on the venue schedule.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

Address: 2367 Shattuck Ave, Berkeley, CA 94704; box-office/music-venue entrance at 2110 Durant Ave.
Venue type: craft beer garden and live-music venue with two stages (Large Stage and Lounge) and a VIP mezzanine.
Capacity: reported 600+ (VenueMaps) up to 1,000 depending on configuration; official site does not publish a fixed total.
Seating/chart: two performance spaces with distinct layouts; seating availability and charts referenced via SimpleSeats (Cornerstone - CA seating chart).
Parking & transit: located about 3.5 blocks from Downtown Berkeley BART; street parking and nearby parking lots available.
Nearby hotels: Hotel Shattuck Plaza (2086 Allston Way), Residence Inn Berkeley (2121 Center St), Bancroft Hotel (2680 Bancroft Way), Hotel Durant (2600 Durant Ave), The French Hotel (1538 Shattuck Ave).
Notable events hosted: regular concerts and private events (e.g., Heated Rivalry Night, Cinema Therapy Live, Sun Kil Moon) per Cornerstone's schedule and press coverage.