9 Unique Wedding Venues in Milwaukee
If you are looking for a unique Milwaukee wedding venue you are in the right place. We have compiled a comprehensive list of the most unique wedding venues in Milwaukee. You will find a variety of wedding venue styles including:
- Urban/Industrial wedding venues
- Modern/Elegant wedding venues
- Luxury wedding venues
- Brewery wedding venues
- Greenhouse wedding venues
- Barn wedding venues
- Historic wedding venues
- Rooftop wedding venues
Not only are these wedding venues unique, but they are also some of the best wedding venues in Milwaukee. We have poured through hundreds of reviews for each venue listed and we’ve only included the best. You will find the Instagram profile, website and review links for each unique Milwaukee wedding venue listed. You will also find a few photos from some amazingly talented Milwaukee wedding photographers. You can click on their full venue blog links below each gallery to see more photos of each Milwaukee wedding venue.
9 Unique Milwaukee Wedding Venues
1.) The Ivy House
The Ivy House is a unique Milwaukee wedding venue with a modern industrial vibe. We love wedding venues like The Ivy House because everything can be conducted right on site. This means less time traveling around the city and more time with your photo/video team or mingling with guests. A quick drive will get you down to the lakefront for an amazing sunset photo session.
Unique Wedding Venue Features:
- Modern Industrial Milwaukee wedding venue.
- Bridal and groom suites for getting ready.
- Indoor and outdoor ceremony options.
- Outdoor patio with fire pits for cocktail hour.
- Ample parking for guests.
- Classic Milwaukee cream city brick throughout.
- Beautiful natural light and greenery.
- Website: The Ivy House
- Check out more 5-star Ivy House wedding reviews from The Knot and Wedding Wire.
“Ivy House was the last venue we saw, and the minute that we walked in, my husband and I knew it was the ONE. ”
Ivy House Wedding Photos
Ivy House wedding photos provided by Heather Cook Elliott Photography. Check out her full Ivy House Wedding blog for more photos.
2.) Villa Terrace
This unique wedding venue in Milwaukee will have your guests thinking they are at a destination wedding in Italy! What makes this wedding venue unique is the spectacular views overlooking Lake Michigan and the historic Italian style architecture.
Unique Wedding Venue Features:
- Historic Milwaukee wedding venue.
- Stunning views overlooking Lake Michigan.
- Historic Italian style villa architecture.
- Variety of outdoor and indoor ceremony options on site.
- Bridal and Groom suite on site.
- Spectacular gardens for photos.
- Website: Villa Terrace
- Check out more 5-star Villa Terrace wedding reviews from The Knot and Wedding Wire
“I cannot get over how insanely gorgeous this venue is. All of my guests were gushing about it, and it was so fun to feel like we had an entire Italian villa all to ourselves!”
Villa Terrace Wedding Photos
Villa Terrace wedding photos provided by Autumn Silva Photography. Check out her full Villa Terrace Wedding blog for more photos.
3.) St. James 1868
This unique wedding venue in downtown Milwaukee is a restored 150 year old church. The unique architecture and history of this downtown Milwaukee wedding venue is what sets it apart from the rest.
Unique Wedding Venue Features:
- Historic and new Milwaukee wedding venue (as of August 2020).
- 2 separate unique wedding venue spaces.
- Indoor and outdoor ceremony options.
- Outdoor courtyard for cocktail hour.
- Bride and groom suites for getting ready.
- Website: St. James 1868
- Check out more 5-star St. James 1868 wedding reviews on The Knot and Wedding Wire
“The venue is absolutely stunning and stands out among other venues I’ve toured in Milwaukee. The European ambiance is so unique and the large open spaces really allow you to incorporate all the elements you want for your dream wedding.”
St. James 1868 Wedding Photos
St. James 1868 wedding photos provided by Brandon at Roost Photography Check out his full St. James 1868 Wedding blog for more photos.
4.) Milwaukee Art Museum
The Milwaukee Art Museum is not only a unique wedding venue in Milwaukee but might be one of the most unique wedding venues in the country! The Milwaukee Art Museum will take your breath away and it’s a wedding venue you have to see in person to truly understand its beauty. What makes this wedding venue unique is the stunning architecture and the overall design of the building. Soaring ceilings, bright white walls and large windows that let the natural light stream in (your photographer and wedding videographers dream!) will have have your guests jaws on the floor for the entire day!
Unique Wedding Venue Features:
- Timeless, elegant and modern wedding venue in Milwaukee.
- Indoor and outdoor ceremony options.
- Stunning architecture and design.
- Breathtaking views of Lake Michigan and downtown Milwaukee.
- Outdoor courtyard for cocktail hour.
- Website: The Milwaukee Art Museum
- Read more 5-star Milwaukee Art Museum wedding reviews on The Knot and Wedding Wire
“Getting married at the Milwaukee Art Museum was one of the best decisions I have ever made. I was not inspired by any of the venues I had previewed until we walked into the Museum. It took my breath away.”
Milwaukee Art Museum Wedding Photos
Milwaukee Art Museum wedding photos provided by Molly Jo Collection Check out her Milwaukee Art Museum Wedding blog for more photos.
5.) The Atrium
The Atrium made our “Unique Wedding Venues in Milwaukee” blog because of their rooftop patio and greenhouse with a full bar inside! This area is perfect for wowing your guests during cocktail hour or an intimate ceremony overlooking the city.
Unique Wedding Venue Features:
- Modern Industrial wedding venue in Milwaukee
- Rooftop greenhouse and garden overlooking Milwaukee.
- Indoor and outdoor ceremony options.
- Bi-level structure with indoor and outdoor spaces.
- Website: Atrium
- Check out more 5-star Atrium Wedding reveiws on The Knot and Wedding Wire
“The Atrium has a unique ambiance that our guests couldn’t stop raving about. The rooftop bar made for a beautiful and quaint cocktail hour. ”
The Atrium Wedding Photos
Atrium wedding photos provided by Uttke Photography. Check out their full Atrium Wedding blog for more photos.
6.) The Farm at Dover
Escape the hustle and bustle of the city for this elegant yet rustic barn wedding venue near Milwaukee. We’ve had the pleasure of filming 2 weddings at The Farm at Dover and it is such a unique wedding venue in so many ways. What makes The Farm at Dover so unique is their getting ready spaces decorated perfectly for the boys and girls, a gorgeous ceremony space tucked in the woods, and of course a stunning and elegant barn reception space which will wow your guests. There are so many places to photograph and take video that it is a dream to film here. We can’t say enough good things about The Farm at Dover!
Unique Wedding Venue Features:
- Barn wedding venue near Milwaukee.
- Intimate outdoor ceremony location in the forest.
- Unique pink farmhouse for girls to get ready in.
- Rustic man cave for the guys to get ready in.
- Beautiful gardens and fields for a sunset photo sessions.
- Website: The Farm at Dover
- Check out more 5-star Farm at Dover reviews on The Knot and Wedding Wire
“Our guests could also not say enough great things about the venue and LOVED walking around the grounds to check everything out. It’s such a unique venue, with a rustic yet classy vibe.”
Featured Wedding Film at The Farm at Dover
Check out our full Farm at Dover Wedding blog post.
7.) Vista
Vista made our “Unique Milwaukee Wedding Venues” blog because of the breathtaking rooftop ceremony location and cocktail hour space. Imagine wowing your out of town guests with those spectacular views of Downtown Milwaukee! Head to their website and take a virtual tour.
Unique Wedding Venue Features:
- New Milwaukee wedding venue (as of 2020).
- Stunning rooftop views.
- Indoor and outdoor ceremony options.
- Camp Bar below for afterparty.
- Website: Vista
- Check out more 5-star reviews on Facebook
“Many guests commented to me about how cool and unique the venue was.”
8.) Bottle House 42 (AKA: The Venue) at The Milwaukee Brewing Company
If your looking for a brewery wedding venue in Milwaukee, then Bottle house 42 is your dream spot. This unique Milwaukee wedding venue is part of the iconic Milwaukee Brewing Co. It’s a classic downtown Milwaukee wedding venue with a rooftop that overlooks the city.
Unique Wedding Venue Features:
- Brewery wedding venue in Milwaukee.
- Rooftop area overlooking Downtown Milwaukee.
- Indoor and outdoor ceremony options.
- Covered glass atrium for reception.
- Website: Bottle House 42
- Read more 5-star Milwaukee Brewing Company wedding reviews at The Knot and Wedding Wire.
“I highly recommend using their rooftop for the beautiful views!I couldn’t have asked for a better day!”
Milwaukee Brewing Company Wedding Photos
Milwaukee Brewing Company wedding photos provided by Dominika Photo. Check out her full Milwaukee Brewing Company wedding blog for more photos.
9.) Jan Serr Studio
Jan Serr Studio made our “Unique Wedding Venues in Milwaukee” list because if its stunning panoramic views of downtown Milwaukee and Lake Michigan. Imagine reciting your vows in-front of that amazing floor to ceiling window overlooking the city! Located in Milwaukee’s historic east side, Jan Ser Studio is a newly renovated wedding venue in UWM’s Kenilworth Square East building.
Unique Wedding Venue Features:
- Modern Milwaukee wedding venue with stunning views of the city.
- Massive floor to ceiling window overlooking Downtown Milwaukee.
- Outdoor patio for cocktail hour.
- Website: Jan Serr Studio
- Read more 5-star Jan Serr Studio wedding reviews at The Knot and Wedding Wire.
“Jan Serr was the perfect venue for our wedding reception. The outdoor balcony was great for cocktail hour and the floor to ceiling windows make this space incredibly unique - the photos don’t do it justice.”
Jan Serr Studio wedding photos provided by Kelly Grace Photography . Check out her full Jan Ser Studio wedding blog for more photos.
Are You Looking for a Wedding Videographer?
Selecting the perfect wedding venue is typically the first thing couples check off their wedding checklist. Now it’s time to find your ideal photographer and wedding videographer! We’re Adam and Morgan Post of Post Wedding Films and we are a husband and wife Milwaukee Wedding Videographer team specializing in creating captivating, candid, story-driven wedding films so you can remember your best day forever. If you are looking for a wedding videographer we would love to chat and tell you more about what makes us unique!