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Choosing a wedding venue is one of the most exciting and pivotal decisions you'll make as you plan your big day! Your venue sets the stage for your and your partner's celebration, reflecting your style and creating the backdrop for lifelong memories. What do you envision when you picture your wedding day? An elegant ballroom? A rustic barn? Maybe a romantic garden? Finding the perfect location is key to bringing your wedding vision to life, and with so many incredible options in the Madison, Wisconsin area, you may be wondering where to start your search.

From historic mansions and lakeside retreats to chic urban spaces and beyond, Madison offers venues for every taste and budget. Below, we've compiled a list of our top recommended venues for you to browse! Whether it's for your ceremony, reception, or even those pre- and post-wedding parties, we know you'll find the perfect place to celebrate below. Let's dive in, shall we?


BARN, RUSTIC + COUNTRYSIDE VENUES

Are you and your partner looking for a more casual feel to your wedding day, surrounded by nature with simple and earthy elements? Browse any of the barn, rustic, or countryside venues listed below.

BARNWOOD EVENTS

CARIBOU BAY RETREAT

THE FIELDS RESERVE

HARVEST MOON POND

KRUEGER HOMESTEAD

MILFORD HILLS

RUSTIC COUNTRY GATHERINGS

SITTIN PRETTY FARM

SUGARLAND

THE GROUNDS

THE OCTAGON BARN

TRANQUILITY FARM

VENNEBU HILL EVENT VENUE

VINTAGE FIELDS

COUNTRY CLUBS + GOLF COURSES

If picture-perfect, rolling hills of manicured green lawns and a high-class event space sounds like the elegant affair you want for your big day, a country club or golf course wedding may be just the fit for you and your love! Click on any of the venues below to learn more about their location.

BISHOPS BAY COUNTRY CLUB

BLACKHAWK COUNTRY CLUB

KESTREL RIDGE GOLF COURSE

LAKE WINDSOR COUNTRY CLUB

OAKS GOLF COURSE

RESTAURANTS, BREWERIES + WINERIES

The ultimate wedding spot for a delicious menu of curated foods, crafted beverages, and excellent service, hosting your celebration at any of our restaurants, breweries, or wineries offers a rare, exclusive dining experience for your big day. Take a peek at some of these incredible local locations below!

CAMBRIDGE WINERY

DORF HAUS

GRUMPY TROLL BREW PUB

HIGH NOON SALOON

LONE GIRL BREWING COMPANY

MARINER'S INN

OLD FEED MILL

OLD SUGAR DISTILLERY

THE CRYSTAL ROOM

VINTAGE BREWING COMPANY

VINTAGE, HISTORIC + RESTORED VENUES

If you love unique spaces with vintage elements and carefully restored character, any of the locations below would be stunning spots to host your special day! Offering an elegant atmosphere with historic charm, these vintage and restored venues are indeed one-of-a-kind spaces to host your beautiful and unique wedding celebration.

BLANCHARD HALL

ELLSWORTH BLOCK

IRON AMETHYST INN

LUDLOW MANSION EVENTS

MADISON CLUB

QUIVEY'S GROVE

WHISPERING PINES EVENT CENTER

WISCONSIN MASONIC CENTER

MODERN + INDUSTRIAL VENUES

If you love modern elegance or an urban industrial feel, these venues listed below offer classy and contemporary space options to consider for your big day. Providing a stunning blank canvas for a variety of wedding styles, enjoy exploring these stylish locations!

CHAPTERS ON THE HORIZON

GARVER EVENTS

LAGERET

PALESTRINA EVENT CENTER

THE ELOISE

THE LOFT AT 132

THE TINSMITH

HOTELS, RESORTS + CONVENTION CENTERS

Hotel and resort venues offer a luxurious one-stop-shop location for your big day while providing accommodations to your guests, and convention centers offer a unique community-oriented feel and ample space for your celebration! Browse through the local centers, resorts, and hotels to find your perfect fit!

AC HOTEL MADISON DOWNTOWN

CHULA VISTA RESORT

COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT MADISON WEST | MIDDLETON

DEER VALLEY LODGE

DEVIL'S HEAD RESORT

DOUBLETREE BY HILTON MADISON EAST

HOLIDAY INN & SUITES MADISON WEST

HOLIDAY INN MADISON AT THE AMERICAN CENTER

MADISON CONCOURSE HOTEL & GOVERNOR'S CLUB

MADISON MARRIOTT WEST

MONONA TERRACE COMMUNITY AND CONVENTION CENTER

NORTH CENTRAL GROUP HOTELS

PARK HOTEL

SPRING BROOK RESORT

WILDERNESS HOTEL & GOLF RESORT | GLACIER CANYON LODGE

GARDENS, MUSEUMS + THEATERS

Lover of the arts? Appreciate the beauty a lush, blooming garden brings? You can let your creativity shine when hosting your big day at a local Madison garden, theater, or museum. Offering their rare style and amenities, we encourage you to explore each of our local locations below to see how they can bring individual artistry to your celebration!

MADISON CHILDREN'S MUSEUM

MAJESTIC THEATRE

OLBRICH BOTANICAL GARDENS

ORPHEUM THEATER

OVERTURE CENTER FOR THE ARTS

THE SYLVEE

CHAPELS + MONASTERIES

Religious or not, a chapel or monastery wedding provides the perfect setting for an intimate ceremony celebrating you and your partner's love, surrounded by rich architectural character. Click on any of these local chapels or monasteries below to learn more about their unique location.

CHAPEL OF THE ARCHANGELS

DELLS BELLS WEDDING CHAPEL

HOLY WISDOM MONASTERY

PRES HOUSE CHAPEL

BOAT CRUISES

If you are looking for a bit more excitement, enjoy a fun wedding ceremony and reception on the water! Imagine your wedding guests on an open deck, traveling on tranquil waves with the setting sun in the background--a romantic experience for all and perfect for exchanging your marriage vows.

BETTY LOU CRUISES


Click on any of the venues listed above to learn more about their space and services! For more recommended La Crosse, Wisconsin, area wedding vendors, head to our VENDOR PAGE to browse an array of talented local professionals.