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Photo Essay: Prom venue features lakeside view

Prom at Lake Chalet in Oakland featured a dance floor, karaoke and a dock perfect for photos.

Kara Nikfar • May 21, 2026 • 116 Views

Prom took place at the Lake Chalet Seafood Bar & Grill in Oakland on Saturday, May 16. The venue featured a karaoke room, a dance floor and a dock with hanging lights for photos with a skyline background.

Along the dock, booth seating lined the sides for eating and chatting. (Matthew Liu)

Students share dessert inside the restaurant. (Caio Villela)

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The dance floor on the upper level of the venue and a photo booth below attracts students. (Matthew Liu)

Students play roulette at the casino area. (Caio Villela)

Senior Sasha Prasad dances alongside classmates. (Caio Villela)

Students roamed the dock, chatting with friends and taking photos. (Matthew Liu)

Seating by the firepits warm students during the windy evening. (Caio Villela)

At the end of the night, the dock was lit by fake candles and string lights. (Matthew Liu)

The dock overlooking the city was crowded with students taking photos, eating and talking. (Caio Villela)

About the Contributor

Kara Nikfar, School Scope Editor

Kara Nikfar (she/her), Class of ’27, is a School Scope editor for the 2025-26 school year. Kara has reported on topics ranging from school events & sports to student & staff profiles to uncovering problems in both the California and US legal systems. Outside of journalism, she enjoys playing water polo and reading.

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