Unique Wedding Venues in Wisconsin
The first choice you’ll make when you are planning your wedding day, is finding a wedding venue. Every couple wants to have a wedding that is representative of their unique style and relationship. Luckily, Wisconsin is home to dozens of eclectic venues that will be sure to check all of your boxes!
This list is organized by South, Central and Northern Venues. Be sure to read through the descriptions and click through to see what each venue has to offer.
Southern Wisconsin Unique Wedding Venues
The Tinsmith in Madison, Wisconsin
The Tinsmith is a beautiful industrial warehouse with a plant-filled solarium, located among high rises. Since opening in 2019, it has become a popular venue for stylish events. Their ability to host up to 200 guests and have dedicated spaces throughout the venue has made it a top choice for couples celebrating with thier people!
As a photographer, I highly recommend The Tinsmith if you value an all-in-one venue with the options to bring in all of your chosen vendors. A huge bonus is with the amount of natural light that comes in, you have options for indoor portraits if the weather isn’t exactly cooperating!
The Madison Club in Madison, Wisconsin
Boasting with colorful wallpapers and impressive architecture, this member’s club is one of the best venues in Wisconsin’s capitol city. Photographing at the Madison Club is always a privilege. With the ability for guests to stay next door, and being right off the Capitol Square, there’s so much to love about the Madison Club.
Around every corner, you’ll find a new reason to fall in love. Their design choices during their 2022 remodel really proved their investment in creating a gorgeous wedding space to celebrate unique and luxurious events.
Ellsworth Block, downtown Madison, Wisconsin
Set right on the capitol square in Madison, Wisconsin, is one of the city’s newest venues: Ellsworth Block. Redesigned specifically for smaller, more intimate events, Ellsworth Block is the perfect backdrop for your unique wedding. Built in 1871, this historic space can host up to 120 guests and features exposed brick, a gorgeous staircase and more!
With minimal decoration required, Ellsworth Block is a unique historic venue filled with beautiful views of the Capitol and great photo opportunities.
The Wisconsin State Capitol Building
One of the most iconic buildings in Madison is the Wisconsin State Capitol Building. Right in the heart of downtown, the Capitol is epitome for a unique wedding venue in Wisconsin.
Although not a traditional wedding venue, the Capitol is an excellent choice for your wedding day. Almost every day, the Capitol hosts smaller weddings and elopements, as well as other events including concerts and rallies. It’s the perfect choice for couples who are searching for something unique but also historical and grand.
To learn more about hosting your wedding at the Capitol, I encourage you to check out my informative blog post on how to get married there. Included is information on how to rent a room, contact the Capitol for questions, and even how to find an officiant!
As an experienced Capitol photographer, I’ll be there to help you every step of the way. Reach out today if you’re interested in hosting your wedding at my favorite place in Madison!
Milwaukee Art Museum
On the shores of Lake Michigan hosts one of Milwaukee’s most iconic buildings: the Milwaukee Art Museum. Not for the faint of heart, this unique venue is perfect for couples looking for luxury in the heart of the Midwest. Named one of “The 20 Most Beautiful Wedding Venues in America” by Architectural Digest, the Milwaukee Art Museum is ready to make your dream wedding a reality.
Dandy in Milwaukee, Wisconsin
If you’re truly looking for unique in the Milwaukee area, than look no further. Dandy has you covered. Part thrift store, part event venue, this hidden gem in the Washington Heights neighborhood is the most unique wedding venue I’ve ever seen!
Boasting with antiques and a unique vision, married couple Jess and Ryan brought their vision to life in the best way possible, with a wedding venue that really speaks for itself!
Denizen MKE
For the unique couple looking for an upscale, clean aesthetic, look no further than Denizen MKE. This boutique venue has clean white walls, fun accents and gorgeous features throughout, sure to make your wedding day special.
With seating for up to 120 guests, an outdoor patio option for your ceremony or cocktail hour, and cream city brick throughout, you can’t go wrong with this gorgeous space.
Conservancy for Healing and Heritage
Hidden in the lush trees of Franklin, Wisconsin, lies the Conservancy for Healing and Heritage. If you’ve been dreaming of a unique A-Frame wedding venue with large glass windows, surrounded by nature, this is the unique Wisconsin space for you.
No matter what time of year you’re planning to get married, the Conservancy for Healing and Heritage is a perfect location for your wedding ceremony and portraits.
Central Wisconsin Unique Wedding Venues
Stone Prairie in Brillion, Wisconsin
Where elegance meets the great outdoors….welcome to Stone Prairie. Located just outside Appleton, Wisconsin, Stone Prairie is the perfect unique venue for couples wanting a variety of options.
Featuring a glass greenhouse, patio, and open-aired heated pavilions, you can easily see why this venue is on the list for most unique. Stone Prairie has the ability to fit almost any capacity and it’s minimalistic design means couples can bring any vision to life.
The Howard in Oshkosh, Wisconsin
Located in the heart of Oshkosh, the Howard boasts over 7,000 square feet of event space and even has a bowling alley in the basement! There are endless possibilities for this unique Wisconsin venue and the photo opportunities are also endless.
For your reception, The Howard can accommodate up to 250 guests in their concert ballroom. Catering is on-site, and you also have the option to add on decor and up-lighting to your rental rate.
The Doe House in Oshkosh, Wisconsin
Located just around the corner from the Howard, the Doe House is an amazing wedding venue for intimate days. With the ability to stay on site, you can’t go wrong with choosing this historic home for your event.
Picture this: getting ready in a Victorian with 11 foot ceilings, large windows for incredible natural light, a ceremony surrounded by your closest people, a catered meal by a private chef…. You can experience all that and more if you have your celebration at the unique Doe House.
Burlap and Bells in Black River Falls, Wisconsin
Nestled amongst the woods, surrounded by tall pine trees, lies Burlap and Bells. This unique central Wisconsin wedding venue has multiple locations you can choose for your event day. Their Vine Chapel mimics a church while surrounded by hops. Their Cliff Top is perfect for those searching for panoramic views. The Tree Grove allows couples to say their vows in a whimsical forest. For your reception, there are even more areas to converge with your guests.
This venue is also an excellent spot for couples’ looking for a location for their intimate elopement. If you’re searching for a place to encompass yourselves and your guests in nature with a variety of backdrops, Burlap and Bells is the place for you.
Northern Wisconsin Unique Wedding Venues
The Atrium in Salon Springs, Wisconsin
Are you searching for a unique outdoor wedding venue with greenhouse vibes? Well this is the unique space for you! The Atrium features an outdoor ceremony space plus a Conservatory where you can host your ceremony and reception in case of less-than-ideal-weather.
You surely won’t find a unique venue in Northern Wisconsin that has the same feeling and vibes as the Atrium in Salon Springs.
Camp Elsewhere in Waupaca, Wisconsin
If you’ve ever dreamed of hosting your wedding day at a luxurious summer camp, then this is the unique Wisconsin wedding venue for you. One of the best things about Camp Elsewhere is the fact that you can host up to 82 guests on site while also accommodating up to 250 for your entire wedding day.
And the best part? After you say your vows, you can jump right into the lake!
Woodwalk Gallery in Door County
Imagine your wedding day surrounded by local art, in the gorgeous Door County peninsula. The wedding of your dreams can happen at this unique northern Wisconsin wedding venue.
With the ability to accommodate up to 180 guests, you have the ability to organize a wedding as large as you wish. Woodwalk Gallery only books weddings from June thru the first week of October to fully embrace the gorgeous summer weather (and make sure no one gets too cold!).
As you read through this selection of Unique Wisconsin Wedding Venues, I hope you were able to find something new and untraditional that spoke to you and your partner. There are hundreds of wedding venues in Wisconsin, and finding the perfect one for your day will will help make sure your wedding is unforgettable!
