# Event Details - **Event Name**: FREE Bay Area ADU & Tiny Home Expo – Oakland - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 26 Sep, 2026 at 10:00 am – Sun, 27 Sep, 2026 at 04:00 pm (-07:00) - **Event Description**: Tour full-size ADUs, meet builders and public agencies, attend seminars, and enjoy the MasayaCo Terrace Lounge. Free admission and parking.About this EventDiscover the Bay Area ADU Expo Fall 2026Thinking about building an ADU, adding a backyard home, or exploring a tiny home? The Bay Area ADU Expo brings together the builders, public agencies, nonprofit organizations, and industry professionals who can help you understand your options and take the next step.Tour full-size ADUs and tiny homes, compare prefab and modular designs, meet local builders and lenders, and attend educational presentations covering permitting, financing, construction, utilities, fire safety, and more.Whether you are planning multigenerational housing, creating rental income, or adding extra living space, the Expo offers practical information and real-world examples in one place.Meet Public Agencies and Nonprofit Housing OrganizationsParticipating organizations include:City of Oakland Planning & Building.San Francisco Planning.The ADU Center.Casita Coalition.Build It Green.Rebuilding Together East Bay Network.Speak with representatives about ADU permitting, local requirements, housing resources, sustainable building, and the steps involved in planning your project. The ADU Center and Casita Coalition will also present on Sunday. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/709b93e0-a5af-11f1-8990-5d04d231a2dd-rimg-w1200-h600-dc080808-gmir.jpg Relax at the MasayaCo Terrace LoungeTake a break at the MasayaCo Terrace Lounge, an inviting outdoor space overlooking the food truck courtyard and outdoor demo units.Enjoy coffee and refreshments while experiencing MasayaCo’s handcrafted, heirloom-quality lounge furniture, made from reforested teak and inspired by the colors and artisan traditions of Nicaragua.The lounge is open to all Expo attendees at no additional cost. Attendees can also enter a free MasayaCo gift card sweepstakes during the weekend.What You Can ExpectTour full-size ADUs, prefab homes, and tiny homes.Meet builders, architects, designers, lenders, and ADU professionals.Speak with public agencies and nonprofit housing organizations.Attend educational presentations and homeowner-focused discussions.Explore ADU financing, permitting, utility coordination, and fire safety.Enjoy food trucks, coffee, Tesla activities, and the MasayaCo Terrace Lounge.Discover products, services, and resources for your ADU project.Event DetailsSaturday, September 26: 10 a.m.–4 p.m.Sunday, September 27: 11 a.m.–4 p.m.The Bridge Yard210 Burma Road, Oakland, CA 94607Admission and parking are free with RSVP.Friday, September 25, is reserved for exhibitors and the Industry Networking Reception. Public Expo admission begins Saturday, September 26.https://vimeo.com/1207983334?fl=pl&fe=sh(SAT) Expert Seminar🕑: 11:00 AM - 11:30 AMCustomization of Prefab HomesHost: Katherine AndersonInfo: Founder, PHADU. Mission is to provide high-end prefab homes at an affordable price point. We focus on three branches of clients: (a) individual families, (b) multifamily/investors, and (c) development.🕑: 11:30 AM - 12:00 PMLiveLarge HomeHost: LiveLarge Home🕑: 12:00 PM - 12:30 PMNavigating ADU Financing: What Every Homeowner Should KnowHost: Anna LopezInfo: Building an ADU can be a smart way to create additional living space, generate rental income, and increase your property’s value. This session will explore common ADU financing options—including HELOCs, home equity loans, cash-out refinancing, construction loans, renovation loans, and specialized ADU financing programs—so homeowners can choose the solution that best fits their goals and budget.🕑: 01:00 PM - 01:30 PMPermitting Your ADU: What Actually Slows Projects Down (and How to Avoid It)Host: Sanem SurelInfo: A GC's-eye view of the ADU permitting process in the Bay Area, covering the most common causes of delay and rejection across jurisdictions. Sanem will walk through what plan checkers actually look for, how to sequence approvals, and practical steps homeowners and builders can take to keep a permit on track.🕑: 01:30 PM - 02:00 PMMasaya HomesHost: Masaya Homes🕑: 02:00 PM - 02:30 PMThe Hidden Timeline Killer: Utility CoordinationHost: Monica SanchezInfo: The Hidden Timeline Killer: Utility Coordination will explore one of the most overlooked causes of project delays for residential construction. This presentation will explain why utility coordination with PG&E is a separate process from city permitting, the key milestones from application to meter set, and the common issues that can impact a project's timeline. Attendees will leave with practical insights to help avoid delays and keep their projects moving forward.🕑: 02:30 PM - 03:00 PMHidden Costs of ADUs: Navigating Fire Safety ComplianceHost: Ed BoscoInfo: Ed Bosco, Director of Market Development at Plumis, will explore the often-overlooked costs that can impact ADU projects, with a focus on fire safety requirements and compliance. In this session, he’ll break down how evolving codes, permitting challenges, and traditional sprinkler mandates can affect timelines and budgets—and how innovative solutions can help homeowners and builders meet safety standards more efficiently.🕑: 03:00 PM - 03:30 PMSF Planning (SUN) Educational Seminar🕑: 12:00 PM - 01:00 PMRebuilding Together East Bay Network PanelHost: JW🕑: 01:00 PM - 01:30 PMBuild It Green, Title TBDHost: Build It Green🕑: 01:30 PM - 02:00 PMRenofi ADU FinancingHost: Josh BartuccaInfo: Covering the available ADU financing options, explaining how appraisals work using After Renovation Value, and answering attendees’ questions.🕑: 02:00 PM - 02:30 PMADU Center PresentationHost: Trisha Guido🕑: 02:30 PM - 03:00 PMCasita Coalition - ADU Basics in 2026: What Homeowners Need to KnowHost: Sylvia Aguilar🕑: 03:30 PM - 04:00 PMInspired ADUs PresentationHost: Carrie Shores Diller - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/oakland/free-bay-area-adu-and-tiny-home-expo-oakland/100001986556147915 - **Event Categories**: business, exhibitions, workshops, food-drinks, art - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Age Limit: all_ages - door_time: 2026-09-26T17:00:00Z - Duration: 6 hours - Location: The Bridge Yard - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 60.54, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Oakland - **state**: CA - **country**: United States - **location**: The Bridge Yard - **lat**: 37.8230212 - **long**: -122.3148273 - **full address**: The Bridge Yard, 210 Burma Road, Oakland, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: FREE Bay Area ADU & Tiny Home Expo – Oakland - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/e50ac97d5453d1a318cfde27cf6e60e92adbddac4c30f13904bd0038b97442f9-rimg-w1200-h600-dc191914-gmir.jpg?v=1775799069 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is FREE Bay Area ADU & Tiny Home Expo - Oakland being held? - **A:** FREE Bay Area ADU & Tiny Home Expo - Oakland takes place on Sat, 26 Sep, 2026 at 10:00 am to Sun, 27 Sep, 2026 at 04:00 pm at The Bridge Yard, 210 Burma Road, Oakland, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing FREE Bay Area ADU & Tiny Home Expo - Oakland? - **A:** FREE Bay Area ADU & Tiny Home Expo - Oakland is organized by Convo Events. - **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at Convo Events's events? - **A:** Attendees have given Convo Events a rating of 5/5 based on reviews from early attendees on AllEvents. Convo Events has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** FREE Bay Area ADU & Tiny Home Expo - Oakland is ideal for art lovers, trade professionals, collectors, and exhibition enthusiasts exploring the latest in their field. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Oakland, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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