# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Oakland  | The Bay Area Connect, Professional Happy Hour Mixer
- **Event Start and End Date**: Tue, 24 Mar, 2026 at 05:30 pm – Tue, 24 Mar, 2026 at 08:30 pm
- **Event Description**: networking with heart.  community with purpose.About this EventOakland Event Professionals...Step into an evening designed with purpose, power, and authenticity. The Bay Area Connect…Professional Happy Hour Mixer brings together wedding and event professionals from across the region for a networking experience that goes far beyond business cards and small talk. This is where the Bay Area’s creative community gathers to build meaningful relationships in a space crafted for inclusivity, vulnerability, and real connection.Hosted at the stylish Bardo Lounge & Supper Club in Oakland, this event invites you to unwind, be inspired, and engage with peers who understand the unique rhythm of our industry. With interactive networking games woven throughout the evening, you won’t just meet people you’ll actually connect with them. Bardo Lounge is a Michelin rated restaurant.You’ll build your own food and beverage experience from Bardo’s elevated menu, giving you the freedom to sip, savor, and socialize at your own pace.Why You Should AttendExpand Your Circle with Intention: Meet event professionals who are actively seeking community, collaboration, and shared growth.Experience Networking That Feels Real: Say goodbye to awkward introductions. Our curated mixers and connection games make it easy to open up, engage, and genuinely enjoy the process.Nurture Both Your Business and Your Spirit: This event creates space for honest conversations about the industry—wins, challenges, and everything in between.Strengthen Your Presence in the Bay Area Market: Whether you’re growing your brand, seeking partnerships, or simply wanting to stay visible, this mixer positions you right in the center of the region’s creative pulse.Build Momentum for Your Year: Walk away energized, supported, and surrounded by new opportunities waiting to unfold.What You’ll Walk Away WithAuthentic relationships with peers who “get it”Real leads and collaborations sparked through intentional engagementFresh inspiration for your work, your business, and your role in the industryRenewed confidence from being in a safe, inclusive professional communityA deeper sense of belonging within the Bay Area’s event ecosystemYour RegistrationNSBWEP Members: Complimentary | Non-Members: $15.00All ticket sales are non-refundable and non-transferable to another event.(This is a cover charge for the event. Individuals will be responsible for their own food and beverage at the venue - order on your own)  https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/41eb0690-0e45-11f1-99f8-9977b006bf24-rimg-w592-h740-dc032d20-gmir.jpg
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/oakland/oakland-|-the-bay-area-connect-professional-happy-hour-mixer/100001983367886740
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## Ticket Details

- **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 27.72, currency: USD

## Event venue details

- **city**: Oakland
- **state**: CA
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Bardo Lounge & Supper Club
- **lat**: 37.811203
- **long**: -122.2435493
- **full address**: Bardo Lounge & Supper Club, 3343 Lakeshore Avenue, Oakland, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Oakland  | The Bay Area Connect, Professional Happy Hour Mixer being held?
  - **A:** Oakland  | The Bay Area Connect, Professional Happy Hour Mixer takes place on Tue, 24 Mar, 2026 at 05:30 pm to Tue, 24 Mar, 2026 at 08:30 pm at Bardo Lounge & Supper Club, 3343 Lakeshore Avenue, Oakland, United States.
- **Q**: How much do tickets cost for Oakland  | The Bay Area Connect, Professional Happy Hour Mixer?
  - **A:** Tickets for Oakland  | The Bay Area Connect, Professional Happy Hour Mixer are priced at USD 28 per person. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityNSBWEP Member RegistrationFreeAvailablePARTNER Member Registration (ILEA or NACE)FreeAvailableNon-Member - RegistrationUSD 17 + USD 2 feeAvailableNon-Member - Registration (Late Registration)USD 28 + USD 3 feeAvailable
- **Q**: Who is organizing Oakland  | The Bay Area Connect, Professional Happy Hour Mixer?
  - **A:** Oakland  | The Bay Area Connect, Professional Happy Hour Mixer is organized by The National Society of Black Wedding & Event Professionals.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Oakland  | The Bay Area Connect, Professional Happy Hour Mixer is ideal for professionals, entrepreneurs, startup founders, and networking enthusiasts eager to grow their connections. 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. If Oakland  | The Bay Area Connect, Professional Happy Hour Mixer sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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