Are you looking for European-inspired wedding venues in Madison, Wisconsin? Look no further! I have compiled a list of my favorite wedding venues with stunning European architecture and manicured gardens that will make the perfect backdrop for your special day. Each one of these venues provides beautiful spaces with varying room sizes and unique amenities to suit your ceremony and reception needs. I hope this blog will be your ultimate guide to finding inspiration for your European-style wedding in Wisconsin!
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Check out my favorite European-inspired wedding venues in Madison, Wisconsin below!
Wisconsin Memorial Union
photos by Brianna Kraft Photography
What's more ideal than celebrating the best day ever at the terrace?! Located on University of Wisconsin-Madison's campus, the Memorial Union has direct access to Lake Mendota with the beer garden under the old trees, amazing sunset views over the lake, and of course those fun and colorful iconic terrace chairs. Watch sailboats go by and enjoy a cold beer overlooking the beer garden with your new spouse and all your family and friends at this venue. Tripp Commons, the Great Hall, and the Tripp Deck (rooftop) are the best spaces for receptions and ceremonies. There are also "club suites" (hotel rooms) on site.
Guest Capacity: Tripp Commons - 140 (round tables) & 220 (rectangular tables) Great Hall - 220 (round tables) & 300 (rectangular tables)
Learn more on their website: https://union.wisc.edu/host-your-event/weddings/
See their Wedding Planning Guide & Pricing
Location: 800 Langdon Street, Madison, WI
Villa Terrace Decorative Arts Museum
photos courtesy of Villa Terrace
The Villa Terrace Decorative Arts Museum is one of the most luxurious and elegant wedding venues in Milwaukee. Villa Terrace is an Italian Renaissance villa built in 1923. The venue overlooks Lake Michigan and has sweeping terraces, beautiful gardens, and quiet courtyards with fountains for your wedding ceremony or reception. Renaissance Garden. The art Gallery hosts art pieces from the 15th to the 18th centuries. The villa is on the National Register of Historic Places. Want to get married in Milwaukee but it feels like Europe? The Villa Terrace Decorative Arts Museum is the perfect wedding venue for you!
Learn more on their website: www.villaterrace.org/host_your_event/wedding_gallery/
Location: 2220 N. Terrace Ave. Milwaukee, WI 53202
Wisconsin Historical Society
photos courtesy of Wisconsin Historical Society
The Wisconsin Historical Society headquarters in downtown Madison could be the classic and sophisticated wedding venue for you! This grandiose building with ornate architectural features is located on the Library Mall on the University of Wisconsin-Madison campus, and is close to the Lake Mendota lakefront (just across the street!). Ceremonies can be held in the Reading Room library, outdoors on the east terrace, in the main lobby, or in the auditorium. Receptions can be held in the main lobby or on the east terrace.
Guest Capacity: 200
Learn more on their website: https://www.wisconsinhistory.org/eventrentals
See their Wedding Guide & Pricing
Location: 816 State Street, Madison, WI
Bishops Bay Country Club
Photos by Bishops Bay Country Club
Do you love Gilmore Girls as much as I do? The Bishops Bay Country Club feels like getting married at Chilton or the Gilmore mansion. It is timeless, elegant, classic and oh so luxurious. You could easily have a European-inspired or cottage core garden-style wedding at this venue. The space is opulent, enchanting, and full of character. The Country Club is located along the shore of Lake Mendota in Middleton. You can have an outdoor ceremony overlooking the lake and a reception in a tent outside on the grounds. It's absolutely stunning! Don't hesitate to go on a tour. Check their "culture > special events" tab for more information about booking weddings.
Location: Middleton, WI
Guest Capacity: 30-300
Learn more on their website: https://www.bishopsbay.com/
10 South Janesville
photos by Brianna Kraft Photography
This historic and elegant wedding venue in downtown Janesville feels like a romantic European destination. The venue is fully renovated for weddings and is absolutely gorgeous. The charming brick building has two spacious and modern dressing spaces for both sides of your wedding party. There is a large patio for outdoor ceremonies, a chic indoor bar area for cocktail hour, and a large main hall for your reception space. The staff were incredibly friendly to work with. I highly recommend having your wedding at 10 South Janesville!
Venue: 10 South Janesville
Address: 10 South High Street, Janesville, Wisconsin
Orchard Lawn
Photos by Mineral Point Historical Society
Orchard Lawn is a historic Italianate mansion owned by the Mineral Point Historical Society. The house sits on acres of lush grounds and is a unique wedding venue in the countryside of Wisconsin. You could easily have a European-inspired wedding, a cottage core wedding, or a formal outdoor garden party wedding at this historic house venue. The space is opulent, enchanting, and full of character. The picturesque gardens are impeccably manicured. You can have an intimate and romantic ceremony inside the mansion, or a tranquil and picturesque ceremony outside in the summer. The mansion features a library, parlor, and dining room. Rental tents can be used outside for larger receptions.
Location: Mineral Point, WI
Guest Capacity: 250
Learn more on their website: https://mineralpointhistory.org/orchard-lawn/
Quivey’s Grove
Photos by Quivey's Grove
Quivey's Grove is a beautiful historic Italianate stone building with a goregous lawn and a large birch tree, perfect for outdoor ceremonies and garden party weddings. A rental tent can also be used on the lawn for covered receptions. This idyllic setting is an excellent venue for your romantic wedding.
Location: Fitchburg, WI
Guest Capacity: 25-225
Learn more on their website: https://www.quiveysgrove.com/wedding-banquet
Villa Bellezza Winery & Vineyards
photos by Villa Bellezza Winery & Vineyards
Want to feel like you are getting married in Italy but you are actually in Wisconsin? Villa Bellezza Winery is the venue for you! This european-inspired wedding venue has a gorgeous villa and vineyards to host your special day.
Learn more on their website: https://www.villabellezza.com/
Location: Pepin, Wisconsin
Mansion Hill Inn
photo courtesy of Google
Mansion Hill Inn is a beautiful hotel and small wedding venue close to downtown Madison. The hotel sits in the historic Mansion Hill neighborhood. The inn is the perfect venue for a classic, elegant small or micro wedding. The Inn also can host you and your guests in the 10 luxurious hotel guest rooms. Imagine having an intimate ceremony and reception where your guests are all staying together! The venue is cozy, quaint, and has exceptional architectural features to become the backdrop for your wedding day festivities.
Guest Capacity: 24 seated for ceremony, 50 for cocktail style reception, 10 guest rooms
Learn more on their website: https://mansionhillinn.com/
Location: 424 N. Pinckney Street, Madison, WI
Allen Centennial Garden
photos by Brianna Kraft Photography
Allen Centennial Garden is located on the University of Wisconsin-Madison campus and is a lovely small landscaped garden that will make you feel like you have been transported to Europe.
Learn more on their website: https://allencentennialgarden.wisc.edu/
Location: 620 Babcock Dr, Madison, WI 53706
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