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30 of the Most Popular Venues on Married In Milwaukee

January 9, 2023 by Greg Quigley

Milwaukee's Top Wedding Venues
Milwaukee’s most popular wedding venues. Photo at Turner Hall by Roost Photography

One of the first things #MKECouples do when they get engaged is search for their wedding venue. This is why Milwaukee wedding venues are one of the most searched things on MarriedInMilwaukee.com – and that’s what this article is all about!

We used our site analytics to find out which venues are the most popular with Milwaukee couples based on searches done on our site over the last year. So jump in and enjoy Milwaukee’s top wedding venues below.

1. Best Place at the Historic Pabst Brewery

Top Milwaukee Wedding Venues - Pabst Best PlaceWe are super excited to see Best Place at the Historic Pabst Brewery in the number one spot this year!! #MKECouples love this place because the history is amazing, the beer is flowing and their indoor/outdoor spaces make Best Place one of the hottest venues in town.

Photos of Best Place by Happy Gnome Photography.


2. South Shore Pavilion

Milwaukee Wedding Venues - South Shore Pavilion South Shore Pavilion gets a lot of love on MarriedInMilwaukee.com, and for good reason. It’s right on Lake Michigan, attached to a beer garden, and is part of our beautiful Milwaukee County Parks!

Photo of South Shore Pavilion by Reminisce Photography.


3. The Atrium

Best Milwaukee Wedding Venues - The AtriumThe Atrium has been in the top 5 on our list for years and it’s easy to see why #MKECouples love this venue. From its amazing rooftop bar and garden to the stunning urban-chic interior, no expense was spared making this venue one of the top in town. Also check out their other venues Birch and Vista.

Photos of The Atrium by UttkePhotography & Design / Styling by Events to a T.


4. Schlitz Audubon Nature Center

Best Wedding Venues in MilwaukeeSchlitz Audubon Nature Center is such a magical spot for weddings! Lake Michigan’s shoreline, forests and prairies create a gorgeous, natural backdrop for you wedding and, bonus, you are supporting their work as a nonprofit!

Photos of Schlitz Audubon by Brian Slawson Photography.


5. Turner Hall Ballroom

Turner Hall Milwaukee Wedding VenueTurner Hall Ballroom is one of our favorite venues and is always high up this list. From awesome live music to amazing weddings, Turner Hall does it all! They even rock winter weddings!

Photos of Turner Hall by Happy Gnome Photography.


6. The Cooperage

Best Wedding Venues in Milwaukee - The CooperageWe love The Cooperage and so do Milwaukee couples.  The Cooperage is an amazing venue with an amazing staff. A super cool warehouse vibe, outdoor space and a view of the Hoan Bridge are just some of the benefits couples love about this venue.

Photos of The Cooperage by Maria Campbell Photography.


7. The Ivy House

Best Milwaukee Wedding Venues - The Ivy HouseThe Ivy House is always at the top of this list and for good reason – it’s a stunning venue with a huge patio and has an amazing, experienced staff to back it all up. Make sure to check out The Ivy House, as well as their other venues, Filament and The Starling.

Photos of The Ivy House by LauraJane Photography.


8. The Black Swan Riverwalk

Milwaukee Venues - Black Swan RiverwalkThe Black Swan Riverwalk is a beautiful and unique Third Ward space perfect for weddings! #MKECouples love its central location and the fact that it is right on the river.

Photos of Black Swan Riverwalk by Happy Gnome Photography / Drinks by Over the Moon Bartending.


9. The Fitzgerald (formerly Villa Filomena)

Top Milwaukee Wedding Venues - The FitzgeraldThe former Villa Filomena is now The Fitzgerald. The name and ownership changed, but it didn’t change the fact that this historic mansion is a beautiful spot for weddings!

Photos of The Fitzgerald by GE Creative.


10. 1903 Events at the Harley-Davidson Museum

Best Milwaukee Wedding Venues - Harley Davidson Museum#MKECouples seriously love 1903 Events at the Harley-Davidson Museum. Their  amazing campus, free parking and downtown location make this the perfect spot for your wedding. And check out their amazing new venue, The All New Garage – it’s one of the most unique spots in the city!!

Photos of 1903 Events by Maria Campbell Photography.


11. Filament

Filament - Milwaukee's Top Wedding VenuesWe are always excited to see Filament on the list! Inside Filament is a beautiful, classic Milwaukee venue with cream city brick that’s enhanced by filament lights, fresh plants and unique decor. Filament is managed by the group that runs Milwaukee Airwaves, the Ivy House and The Starling, so you know your big day will go off without a hitch!

Photos of Filament by Lottie Lillian Photography.


12. The Gage

Top Milwaukee Wedding Venues - The GageThis is the first year The Gage made this list (they were really close last year), and we couldn’t be more happy for them! The industrial chic space is rooted in history and offers exposed cream city brick along with an amazing outdoor patio.

Photos of The Gage by Olga Thomas Photography


13. The Pritzlaff

Best Milwaukee Wedding Venues - The PritzlaffWe love the beauty, history and flexibility of the Historic Prizlaff Building‘s four unique event spaces, and #MKEcouples love it too!

Photos of The Pritzlaff Building by Reminisce Photography.


14. Vista

Best Milwaukee Wedding Venues - VistaVista has AMAZING views of downtown and excellent hospitality to match.  Owned and operated by the owners of The Atrium and Birch, you know you’ll be taken care of and your wedding day will be epic!

Photos of Vista by Uttke Photography & Design


15. GATHER at Deer District

Top Milwaukee Wedding Venues - Gather at Deer DistrictOwned and operated by the Milwaukee Bucks, GATHER at Deer District is a spectacular venue right across from Fiserv Forum. Opened in 2021, this is the first year GATHER made this list (although they were close last year) and we couldn’t be more excited for them!

Photos of GATHER at Deer District by McNiel Photography / Floral by Belle Fiori.


16. Bottle House 42 (Now Pilot Project Brewing)

Best Milwaukee Wedding Venues - Bottle House 42The former Bottle House 42 was recently purchased by Pilot Project Brewing who plans to continue hosting weddings in the space. Located in the Brewery District, it’s a modern space that includes a rooftop patio, views of downtown and delicious beer. We also hear they formed a partnership with #MIMFamily Member Noble Catering for events so we are excited to see more weddings in the space!

Photos by Roost Photography / Planning and Styling by Heather Farr Events


17. St. James 1868

Top Wedding venues in Milwaukee - St. James 1868St. James 1868 is just a stunning Milwaukee wedding venue. Located Downtown, this 150 year-old former church was renovated to keep historic details while adding modern interiors. Two signature venues offer dedicated outdoor spaces, private bridal suite and groom’s room. It is unlike any venue in Milwaukee.

Photos of St. James 1868 by Anna Page Photography.


18. Historical Society

Top Milwaukee Wedding Venues - Historical SocietyThe Milwaukee County Historical Society is one of the most unique wedding venues in town. With their “LOVE MKE” signs, old bank vaults and beautiful historic décor, you can’t go wrong.

Photos of the Milwaukee County Historical Society by Reminisce Photography.


19. The Villa Terrace

Best Milwaukee Wedding Venues - Villa TerraceThe view from Villa Terrace is usually what couples notice first. But look further into the venue and you’ll find the building and museum are rich in Milwaukee history.

Photos of the Villa Terrace by Reminisce Photography.


20. The Factory on Barclay

Best Milwaukee Wedding Venues - The Factory on BarclayThe Factory on Barclay is housed in a 1909 cream city brick building that is also home to The Original Cheesehead Factory. This beautiful venue features 7800 sq. feet of space including 2nd story ceilings, exposed bay windows, oversized 2nd floor mezzanine and large wrap around bar.

Photos of The Factory On Barclay by Joanna Photography MKE.


21. The George and Madcap Lounge

Top Wedding Venues in Milwaukee - The GeorgeThe George and Madcap Lounge is a stunning new wedding venue located in heart of Walker’s Point. From the moment you walk into The George, you’ll be surrounded by hundreds of paintings by Wisconsin artists, history and décor unlike any thing else in Milwaukee.

Photos of The George and Madcap Lounge by Ashton Lynette Photography.


22. Urban Ecology Center

Top Milwaukee Wedding Venues - Urban Ecology Center If you haven’t been to the Urban Ecology Center – Riverside Park you really need to check this place out – amazing outdoor and indoor spaces right in the middle of the East Side (and, yes, they have an indoor slide).

Photos of the Urban Ecology Center by Brian Slawson Photography.


23. Onesto

Top Milwaukee Wedding Venues - Onesto Third WardWith its Third Ward location and and a NYC loft style feel, weddings at Onesto are always amazing. This is probably why Milwaukee couples always seem to search for this gem on our site.

Photos of Onesto by Reminisce Photography.


24. The Iron Horse Hotel

Top Milwaukee Wedding Venues - The Iron Horse HotelThe Iron Horse Hotel rocks weddings! They have several spaces (including outdoor options), amazingly unique guest rooms and delicious in-house catering.

Photos of the Iron Horse Hotel by Roost Photography.


25. Boerner Botanical Gardens

Milwaukee Wedding Venues -Boerner Botanical GardensCongrats to the team at Boerner Botanical Gardens for making this list for the first time!

Photos of Boerner Botanical Gardens by LauraJane Photography.


26. Historic Courthouse 1893

Top Milwaukee Wedding Venues - Historic Courthouse 1893We are super excited to see Waukesha’s Historic Courthouse 1893 on the list this year! History, elegance and delicious catering from #MIMFamily Member Chef Jack’s make this a perfect spot for weddings!

Photos of the Historic Courthouse 1993 by SB Photography.


27. Grain Exchange

Milwaukee Venues - The Grain ExchangeElegance and historic Milwaukee charm define Weddings at The Grain Exchange. Couples on our site love this place and for good reason – it’s beautiful!

Photo of the Grain Exchange by Reminisce Photography.


28. The Starling

Best Milwaukee Wedding Venues - The Starling Ohhh we love The Starling! One of Milwaukee’s newest venues, The Starling offers an awesome Third Ward location, and HUGE patio on the river and delicious food from #MIMFamily Member Tall Guy and a Grill.

Photos of The Starling by Photos by Studio 29 Photography.


29. Birch

Top Milwaukee Wedding Venues - BirchWe love Birch in Wauwatosa! Its amazing indoor/outdoor space is the perfect spot for weddings and as a bonus, it’s right next to Camp Bar Tosa!

Photos of Birch by Front Room Photography.


30. The War Memorial

Milwaukee Wedding Venues - War MemorialIf you want to be outside and right on the lakefront, the Milwaukee County War Memorial is your spot! Their outdoor space has enough room for ceremonies and receptions and they also have a gorgeous ballroom featuring floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking downtown Milwaukee.

Photos of the Milwaukee County War Memorial by Reminisce Photography.


Honorable Mentions:

The venues didn’t quite make it into the top 30 searched venues, but they were so close we had to give them a shout out! Make sure to check out these venues for your Milwaukee wedding:

    • Central Standard Craft Distillery
    • Kinn Guesthouse
    • Charles Allis Art Museum
    • Milwaukee Public Market
    • Chef’s Table
    • Bradley Symphony Center

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