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Starline Social Club - Crystal Cavern Tickets

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Crystal Cavern Venue | Oakland, CA

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About Starline Social Club - Crystal Cavern

Crystal Cavern is an intimate, speakeasy-style private room within Starline Social Club, located in the heart of Oakland near Lake Merritt. With capacity for 35 seated and 80 standing, this tucked-away space features its own private bar and sound system, delivering a close-up, high-quality live experience. While the Starline space has evolved over time, Crystal Cavern remains a reference point for intimate performances and events in a historic, multi-space venue setting.

Note: Starline Social Club closed on January 1, 2023, and Acapella Oakland has taken over the space as the current occupant. This page provides practical guidance for planning visits to this location and nearby amenities.

Location highlights: 2236 Martin Luther King Jr Way, Oakland, CA 94612, just a short stroll from Lake Merritt and major transit options, with nearby parking options and a curated list of partner hotels and dining to enhance your visit.

Accessibility and logistics: Crystal Cavern offers an intimate atmosphere perfect for up-close performances and private gatherings. For visiting guests, there are public parking garages and lots in the area (check local signs and spaces on SpotAngels/SpotHero for real-time availability). Transit access is strong, with Lake Merritt and 12th St. Oakland City Center BART stations nearby; Lake Merritt Station is within walking distance from the venue corridor. If you’re staying in town, consider affiliated hotel recommendations to simplify your trip:

  • Kissel Uptown Oakland — 2455 Broadway
  • Oakland Marriott City Center — 1001 Broadway
  • Clarion Hotel Downtown Oakland City Center — 371 13th St
  • Moxy Oakland Downtown — 2225 Telegraph Ave (check current status for operations)

Pro tips: Secure your seats early for private events, arrive a bit early to access the private bar area, and check the current space operator for any updated access policies. If you’re planning a night out or a private gathering around the Starline space, we’ve got you covered with easy, no-fuss ticketing and trusted local recommendations.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Crystal Cavern capacity: 35 seated, 80 standing; intimate speakeasy-style room with its own private bar and sound system.
  • Address: 2236 Martin Luther King Jr Way, Oakland, CA 94612.
  • Venue type: private room inside Starline Social Club, part of a multi-space venue that included The Ballroom and The Social Club on different floors.
  • Notable events: acts such as Hannibal Buress, Mitski, Solange performed there; PinkPantheress US appearance was noted for the venue in 2022–2023.
  • Status: Starline Social Club closed on January 1, 2023; later reports indicate Acapella Oakland took over the space in 2025.
  • Parking: no on-site parking; nearby public parking garages and lots are available (SpotAngels/SpotHero listings).
  • Transit: near Lake Merritt and 12th St. Oakland City Center BART stations; Lake Merritt station is within walking distance.
  • Nearby hotels: Kissel Uptown Oakland (2455 Broadway); Oakland Marriott City Center (1001 Broadway); Clarion Hotel Downtown Oakland City Center (371 13th St) (some properties have closed); Moxy Oakland Downtown (2225 Telegraph Ave) reportedly closed in 2026.
  • Current occupant note: Acapella Oakland has taken over the Starline space; Crystal Cavern as a named venue is not operating separately.