Real Milwaukee Wedding Cost Breakdowns

We LOVE seeing native Milwaukeeans getting married in the heart of the city, and that's exactly what this couple did! They met while working at the former Water Buffalo (now Blue Bat), which helped them pick The Black Swan Riverwalk as their venue since it's right across the street. For just under $32,000 they hosted 221 guests at their Black Swan wedding with some amazing … [Read more...] about A Beautiful Wedding at The Black Swan Riverwalk for $32k

This couple originally planned a 50 person micro wedding but COVID changed those plans. Due to the pandemic, the couple pivoted to a smaller wedding (13 guests) choosing to have an outdoor ceremony at Birch in Wauwatosa and had their dinner reception at their parents' house. You'll see the couple had a lot of help from family and friends and incorporated a lot of cool things … [Read more...] about A Non-Traditional Micro Wedding at Birch for $15k

This couple was looking for a space that was elegant, large and offered delicious and well-presented food. Enter the Crystal Ballroom at the Hilton Milwaukee City Center, which fit their 240 guests and delivered on their vision of "classic elegance". For just under $63,000, this couple pulled some awesome vendors together and had a great time! Read on to see their elegant … [Read more...] about An Elegant $63k Wedding at the Hilton Milwaukee City Center

Backyard weddings can be a ton of fun and very affordable. This couples' backyard wedding was on the smaller side, with 65 guests, and cost them just over $14,000. One of their priorities was to showcase their love of Milwaukee and use a ton of unique, local wedding vendors. From Braise Restaurant to Pete's Pops, we think they did a great job and had a ton fun at their … [Read more...] about A Small Backyard Wedding with Amazing Local Vendors for $14k

Like many in 2020, the pandemic affected this couples' wedding plans. Due to this, they held an intimate ceremony (costs listed separately below) at Filament on their original wedding date. A few months later they threw a reception at Filament that included an open bar, great food, and dancing all night. For $35k we think they had an awesome wedding and showed their friends … [Read more...] about Cost Breakdown: A $35k Wedding at Milwaukee’s Filament Venue

This couple tied the knot at one of our favorite venues in town - The Ivy House. We are excited that they used the outdoor patio, as well as the venue's gorgeous indoor space, since both areas are a huge part of the Ivy House's appeal as a wedding venue. For just under $40,000 we think this couple did a great job and worked with some amazing vendors! Read on to learn more … [Read more...] about You’re Gonna Love This Modern Ivy House Wedding for $40K