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In the past year, Drummers have sent 1,002 quotes to event planners.
Drummers rank #142 in popularity out of 539 categories on GigSalad.
There are 864 Drummer reviews on GigSalad with an average rating of 4.9 stars.
Oakland is the 9th most popular city for Drummers requests in California.
Drummers are typically hired for Concerts, Corporate Events, and House Parties in Oakland, CA.
California is the most popular state for Drummers requests in the United States.
Drummer
5.0
October 4, 2025
2 hours
Drum performances will create an upbeat atmosphere at any event! A professional drummer can be a dynamic and versatile addition to your wedding, festival, corporate event, or parade. Spice up a grand entrance, energize the crowd with high-energy background music, or get the most out of a recording session by hiring one of the talented drummers listed above.
The cost of hiring a professional drummer in Oakland, California will vary depending on the length of the event, the drummer’s experience, and any special requests you have. A drummer who must learn new music for an event may cost more than one who is playing from an established setlist. If you need a session drummer, they usually charge by the hour with a minimum fee. Contact local drummers to get a quote customized for your event.
While browsing Oakland drummers, look through photos and watch videos to see what is included in their performances. Then read reviews from past clients to learn more about their experience and professionalism. When talking with drummers, discuss important details like performance space, arrival times, setup requirements, and any song requests you might have.
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These Drummers serve the wider Oakland and Alameda county area and travel to Alameda, Piedmont, Emeryville, Berkeley, Albany, Canyon, St-Margte-Lin, Orinda, Kensington, Moraga, El Cerrito, San Leandro, San Francisco, Richmond, Lafayette, Presidio, Brisbane, Tiburon, Ashland, Belvedere Tiburon, San Pablo, San Lorenzo, El Sobrante, Sausalito, South San Francisco, Castro Valley, Walnut Creek, Alamo, Colma, and Daly City.