Top 38 Downtown Milwaukee Wedding Venues

Find the love your life…check. Get engaged…check. Plan the wedding of your dreams…LOADING. After you get engaged, one of the first things you need to look into is booking your wedding venue. As dates can book up fast, especially during prime times, checking that off your list can feel like a big relief.

Milwaukee, Wisconsin is home to many beautiful wedding venues. Whether you’re looking for historic, industrial or anything in between. This beautiful city offers something for everybody with the convenience of easy transportation, multiple hotel within walking distance and beautiful backdrops for all your photos.

Read on for a look at our top Downtown Milwaukee wedding venues and what they offer.

 

1903 Weddings at Harley Davidson Museum

Newest Milwaukee Wedding Venue, The Garage at the Harley Davidson Museum

400 W. Canal Street, Milwaukee | 877-HD-MUSEUM | 1903events.com

Capacity: 450 | Separate Ceremony Area: YES | Outside Caterers Permitted: NO | Outdoor Space: YES | Bridal Suite/Grooms Room: YES

Bacchus – A Bartolotta Restaurant

Bacchus’ glass-enclosed conservatory

925 E. Wells, Milwaukee | 414-765-1166 | bartolottas.com/weddings

Capacity: 225 | Separate Ceremony Area: YES | Outside Caterers Permitted: NO | Outdoor Space: YES | Bridal Suite/Grooms Room: NO

Bartolotta Catering & Events at Discovery World

White linens, table candles, high centerpiece floral arrangements with lots of greenery plus cake table in forefront.Wedding reception in white at Bartolotta Events & Catering at Discovery World

500 Harbor Drive, Milwaukee | 414-765-8610 | bartolottas.com/weddings

Capacity: 800 | Separate Ceremony Area: YES | Outside Caterers Permitted: NO | Outdoor Space: YES | Bridal Suite/Grooms Room: NO

Bartolotta Catering & Events at The Grain Exchange

225 E. Michigan, Milwaukee | 414-727-6980 | bartolottas.com/weddings

Capacity: 500 | Separate Ceremony Area: NO | Outside Caterers Permitted: NO | Outdoor Space: NO | Bridal Suite/Grooms Room: NO

Bartolotta Catering & Events at The Italian Community Center

631 E. Chicago Street, Milwaukee | 414-223-2800 | bartolottas.com/weddings

Capacity: 1500 | Separate Ceremony Area: YES | Outside Caterers Permitted: NO | Outdoor Space: YES | Bridal Suite/Grooms Room: NO

Bartolotta’s Lake Park Bistro

Lake Park Bistro Weddings

3133 E. Newberry Boulevard, Milwaukee | 414-962-6300 | bartolottas.com/weddings

Capacity: 300 | Separate Ceremony Area: YES | Outside Caterers Permitted: NO | Outdoor Space: YES | Bridal Suite/Grooms Room: NO

Best Place at Historic Pabst Brewery

917 W. Juneau Avenue, Milwaukee | 414-223-4709 | bestplacemilwaukee.com

Capacity: 250 | Separate Ceremony Area: YES | Outside Caterers Permitted: YES | Outdoor Space: YES | Bridal Suite/Grooms Room: NO

Bradley Symphony Center

gold circular stair rails, white marbled floors in reception area with white floral centerpieces on pedestals and tables

212 W. Wisconsin Avenue, Milwaukee | 414-226-7820 | resonancefoodco.com

Capacity: 300 | Separate Ceremony Area: YES | Outside Caterers Permitted: NO | Outdoor Space: NO | Bridal Suite/Grooms Room: YES

The Bridgewater Modern Grill

The Bridgewater Modern Grill is located directly on Milwaukee's riverfront for great views and dining.

2011 S. 1st Street, Milwaukee | 414-226-7820 | bridgewatermke.com

Capacity: 150+ | Separate Ceremony Area: YES | Outside Caterers Permitted: NO | Outdoor Space: YES | Bridal Suite/Grooms Room: NO

The Clybourn

2202 W. Clybourn Street, Milwaukee | 414-364-3761 | theclybourn.com

Capacity: 200 | Separate Ceremony Area: YES | Outside Caterers Permitted: YES | Outdoor Space: NO | Bridal Suite/Grooms Room: YES

The Cooperage

Milwaukee Wedding Venue, The Cooperage MKE. Downtown in the Fifth ward on the lakefront.

822 S. Water Street, Milwaukee | 414-763-4935 | cooperagemke.com

Capacity: 200 | Separate Ceremony Area: NO | Outside Caterers Permitted: YES | Outdoor Space: YES | Bridal Suite/Grooms Room: YES

The Factory on Barclay

Ceremony setup with black, white and crystals in the main room of The Factory on Barclay with cream city brick walls.

1120 S. Barclay Street, Milwaukee | 262-675-4734 | thefactoryonbarclay.com

Capacity: 300 | Separate Ceremony Area: YES | Outside Caterers Permitted: YES | Outdoor Space: YES | Bridal Suite/Grooms Room: YES

Filament

131 W. Seeboth Street, Milwaukee | events@filamentmke.com | filamentmke.com

Capacity: 200 | Separate Ceremony Area: YES | Outside Caterers Permitted: YES | Outdoor Space: NO | Bridal Suite/Grooms Room: YES

The Fitzgerald

The Fitzgerald in Milwaukee is an Italian style venue with outdoor vines and cream city brick.

1119 N. Marshall Street, Milwaukee | 414-242-8143 | thefitzgerald.com

Capacity: 200 | Separate Ceremony Area: YES | Outside Caterers Permitted: NO | Outdoor Space: YES | Bridal Suite/Grooms Room: YES

The George & Madcap Lounge

Fifth Ward, beautifully designed wedding venue The George. Full of stunning art and gorgeous design.

429 W. National Avenue, Milwaukee | 414-256-8765 | thegeorgemilwaukee.com

Capacity: 200 | Separate Ceremony Area: YES | Outside Caterers Permitted: NO | Outdoor Space: NO | Bridal Suite/Grooms Room: YES

Harbor House

Private dining room at the Harbor House

550 N. Harbor Drive, Milwaukee | 414-395-4900 | bartolottas.com/weddings

Capacity: 220 | Separate Ceremony Area: YES | Outside Caterers Permitted: NO | Outdoor Space: YES | Bridal Suite/Grooms Room: NO

Hyatt Regency

Beautiful downtown view from The Hyatt Regency VUE Milwaukee wedding venue.

333 W. Kilbourn Avenue, Milwaukee | 414-276-1234 | hyattregencymilwaukee.com

Capacity: 600 | Separate Ceremony Area: YES | Outside Caterers Permitted: NO | Outdoor Space: NO | Bridal Suite/Grooms Room: YES

The Iron Horse Hotel

The Iron Horse Hotel in Milwaukee, WI

500 W. Florida Street, Milwaukee | 414-831-4600 | theironhorsehotel.com

Capacity: 150 | Separate Ceremony Area: YES | Outside Caterers Permitted: NO | Outdoor Space: YES | Bridal Suite/Grooms Room: YES

The Ivy House

Couple married at the Ivy House in Milwaukee with sparkler sendoff

906 S. Barclay Street, Milwaukee | events@ivyhousemke.com | ivyhousemke.com

Capacity: 250 | Separate Ceremony Area: NO | Outside Caterers Permitted: YES | Outdoor Space: YES | Bridal Suite/Grooms Room: YES

Jan Serr Studio

A wedding ceremony scene at Jan Serr Studio with a couple exchanging vows in front of a large audience, framed by elegant chandeliers and city views.

2155 N. Prospect Avenue, Milwaukee | 414-256-8765 | sazs.com/jan-serr-studio

Capacity: 450 | Separate Ceremony Area: YES | Outside Caterers Permitted: NO | Outdoor Space: YES | Bridal Suite/Grooms Room: NO

The Loft on Broadway

The Loft on Broadway located in Milwaukee's Third Ward

177 N. Broadway, Milwaukee | 262-675-4734 | theloftonbroadway.com

Capacity: 200 | Separate Ceremony Area: NO | Outside Caterers Permitted: YES | Outdoor Space: NO | Bridal Suite/Grooms Room: YES

Marcus Center for the Performing Arts

The grand ballroom at Marcus Performing Arts Center, set with round tables, gold chairs, and lit with golden hour sunlight streaming through large windows.

919 N. Water Street, Milwaukee | 414-276-2030 | sazs.com/venue/marcus-center-for-the-performing-arts

Capacity: 5,000 | Separate Ceremony Area: YES | Outside Caterers Permitted: NO | Outdoor Space: YES | Bridal Suite/Grooms Room: NO

Marriott Milwaukee Downtown

Milwaukee Marriott Downtown has a gorgeous ballroom for your next event.

625 N. Milwaukee Avenue, Milwaukee | 414-847-3173 | marriottmilwaukee.com

Capacity: 300 | Separate Ceremony Area: YES | Outside Caterers Permitted: NO | Outdoor Space: NO | Bridal Suite/Grooms Room: YES

Milwaukee Art Museum

Vineyard inspired designed wedding reception at the MKE Art Museum

700 N. Art Museum Drive, Milwaukee | 414-224-3287 | mam.org

Capacity: 450 | Separate Ceremony Area: YES | Outside Caterers Permitted: NO | Outdoor Space: NO | Bridal Suite/Grooms Room: NO

The Mitch

1104 W. Historic Mitchell Street, Milwaukee | 414-364-3761 | themitchmke.com

Capacity: 150 | Separate Ceremony Area: YES | Outside Caterers Permitted: YES | Outdoor Space: NO | Bridal Suite/Grooms Room: YES

Northern Lights Event Venue

Simple and modern white, black, and greenery add soft touches to the modern Northern Lights Event Venue

106 W. Seeboth Street, Milwaukee | 414-882-7025 | northernlightseventvenue.com

Capacity: 150 | Separate Ceremony Area: YES | Outside Caterers Permitted: YES | Outdoor Space: YES | Bridal Suite/Grooms Room: YES

Onesto

Small private event space is perfect for your intimate wedding at Onesto Italian Restaurant in Milwaukee's Third Ward

221 N. Broadway, Milwaukee | 414-308-1600 | onestomke.com

Capacity: 150 | Separate Ceremony Area: NO | Outside Caterers Permitted: NO | Outdoor Space: NO | Bridal Suite/Grooms Room: NO

Prairie Springs on Park

The modern and airy interior at Prairie Springs on Park features reclaimed wood, large windows, and stunning steel trusses, creating the perfect space for a timeless wedding reception.

1420 E. Park Place, Milwaukee | events@prairiespringsmke.com | prairiespringsonpark.com

Capacity: 300 | Separate Ceremony Area: NO | Outside Caterers Permitted: YES | Outdoor Space: YES | Bridal Suite/Grooms Room: YES

The Rivulet

lively wedding party gathers on the impressive staircase of The Rivulet, making for an unforgettable group photo in this iconic venue.

339 N. Water Street, Milwaukee | events@rivuletmke.com| rivuletmke.com

Capacity: 250 | Separate Ceremony Area: NO | Outside Caterers Permitted: YES | Outdoor Space: YES | Bridal Suite/Grooms Room: YES

The Society

ceremony held at a vintage bank vault in the historic Society in Milwaukee

910 N. Doctor M.L.K. Jr Drive, Milwaukee | events@societymke.com | thesocietymke.com

Capacity: 200 | Separate Ceremony Area: YES | Outside Caterers Permitted: YES | Outdoor Space: YES | Bridal Suite/Grooms Room: YES

South Second

Newlyweds share a romantic kiss from the mezzanine at South Second, overlooking the stunning industrial venue below.

838 S. 2nd Street, Milwaukee | 414-256-8765 | southsecondmke.com

Capacity: 250 | Separate Ceremony Area: YES | Outside Caterers Permitted: NO | Outdoor Space: YES | Bridal Suite/Grooms Room: YES

The Starling

The Starling Milwaukee offers great lighting for wedding reception and dance

102 N. Water Street, Milwaukee | events@starlingmke.com | thestarlingmke.com

Capacity: 200 | Separate Ceremony Area: YES | Outside Caterers Permitted: NO | Outdoor Space: YES | Bridal Suite/Grooms Room: YES

Tripoli Shrine Temple

3000 W. Wisconsin Avenue, Milwaukee | 414-933-4700 | tripolishrinecenter.com

Capacity: 450 | Separate Ceremony Area: YES | Outside Caterers Permitted: NO | Outdoor Space: NO | Bridal Suite/Grooms Room: YES

Turner Hall Ballroom

Wedding reception set up with round tables at Turner Hall Ballroom in MKE

1040 N. Vel R. Phillips Avenue, Milwaukee | 414-242-8143 | turnerhallballroomweddings.com

Capacity: 350 | Separate Ceremony Area: YES | Outside Caterers Permitted: YES | Outdoor Space: NO | Bridal Suite/Grooms Room: YES

Venue 3

Large dance floor at Venue 3 located inside Milwaukee's 3rd Street Market Hall building

275 W. Wisconsin Avenue, Suite 100, Milwaukee | 414-688-3996| venue3mke.com

Capacity: 250 | Separate Ceremony Area: YES | Outside Caterers Permitted: YES | Outdoor Space: NO | Bridal Suite/Grooms Room: YES

Vivarium

Vivarium is an open space that allows you to create the event of your dreams

1818 N. Farewell Avenue, Milwaukee | 414-242-8143 | pabsttheatergrouprentals.com

Capacity: 150 | Separate Ceremony Area: NO | Outside Caterers Permitted: YES | Outdoor Space: NO | Bridal Suite/Grooms Room: NO

War Memorial Center

Bride and groom stand for an artistic wedding photo in front of the War Memorial Center's iconic birdcage architecture

750 N. Lincoln Memorial Drive, Milwaukee | 414-273-5533 | warmemorialcenter.org

Capacity: 300 | Separate Ceremony Area: YES | Outside Caterers Permitted: NO | Outdoor Space: YES | Bridal Suite/Grooms Room: YES

The Westin Milwaukee

Ceremony set for elegant wedding at The Westin Milwaukee

550 N. Van Buren Street, Milwaukee | 414-847-3173 | westinmilwaukee.com

Capacity: 275 | Separate Ceremony Area: YES | Outside Caterers Permitted: NO | Outdoor Space: YES | Bridal Suite/Grooms Room: YES

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