Top Wisconsin Baby Shower Venues

• Spaces for 300 Guests

Norskedalen — Norwegian for "the Norwegian Valley" — is a nature and heritage center spanning more than 443 acres across two sites in Coon Valley, Wisconsin. It traces back to 1977, when Dr. Alf Gundersen and his wife Carroll donated the 112-acre Gundersen farm to the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse Foundation, establishing an arboretum in memory of Alf's mother, Helga Isaksaetre Gundersen. Today Norskedalen combines an arboretum, nature trails, and a collection of historic Norwegian immigrant buildings, including the Bekkum Homestead and Norskedalen's Thrunegaarden farmstead. For weddings and other celebrations, Norskedalen offers its amphitheater for ceremonies and an open-air shelter for dinner receptions and dances, along with the Benrud Little White Chapel — an 1886 Norwegian Evangelical Lutheran church relocated to the property in 2009. Couples can book the three-day Picturesque Package, which covers both ceremony and reception locations, the single-day Classic Package, or the ceremony-only Just Us and Sweet & Simple packages. Beyond event rentals, Norskedalen's grounds include the Per and Anne Paulsen Cabin, an authentic log cabin built roughly 150 years ago, and the Farmhouse at Thrunegaarden, set on 40 acres of Wisconsin farmland — both available as overnight stays for guests wanting to extend their visit to the valley.

• Spaces for 200-225 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 1 Barn
• 1 Event Space

Located about 15 minutes from downtown Milwaukee in Franklin, Wisconsin, Crystal Ridge operates as a ski, snowboard, and tubing hill through the winter and turns into an event venue the rest of the year. From May through October, its Lodge offers 5,000 square feet of event space with a rustic-meets-modern feel, drawing weddings, parties, and other private events to the hillside setting. The Lodge accommodates up to 200 guests, depending on the floor plan, and comes with 20 barnwood tables, white folding chairs, and a customizable layout for ceremonies, receptions, or cocktail hours alike. An in-house bar staffed by trained bartenders, a head table setup, and cocktail tables for a happy hour or reception round out the indoor offerings, while Edison lights strung from the lodge beams and along the patio, an outdoor ceremony option, and use of the patio and fire pit extend the celebration outside. Rentals include free parking with overnight access, day-of decorating and vendor setup time, and a day-of venue coordinator to help the event run smoothly.

• Spaces for 50-358 Guests
• 1 Bar
• 3 Theaters
• 4 Total Spaces

The Broadway Theatre Center, home to Skylight Music Theatre, sits in Milwaukee's Historic Third Ward and offers a set of distinct spaces for private events. The Cabot Theatre is a replica of an 18th-century Jewel Box opera house — Le théâtre de la Coupe d'Or in Rochefort, France — seating 358 guests across the orchestra level, dress circle, and gallery, with state-of-the-art theatrical systems and upholstered box seating that make it suited to ceremonies and performances alike. The Studio Theatre offers a more intimate black box setting with loose chair seating for up to 99, built for an informal atmosphere where the audience feels close to the action. For receptions and gatherings, the Dorothea C. Mayer Salon is a European-style room on the second level overlooking Catalano Square, flexible enough to seat up to 50 guests at tables or hold 100 assembly-style or standing. The Skylight Bar rounds out the venue with a cabaret-style space seating up to 100, standing room for 150, a small stage for intimate performances, and catering vendors on call for events of any size. Skylight Music Theatre has staged musical theater in Milwaukee since 1959, producing more than 105 performances a season across a repertoire spanning baroque opera, operetta, and Broadway musicals — giving events held at the Broadway Theatre Center a genuine theatrical backdrop.

• Spaces for 10-300 Guests
• 2 Event Spaces
• 6 Meeting Spaces

Holy Wisdom Monastery is an ecumenical Benedictine community set on more than 130 acres of restored prairie, woods, orchards, and gardens in Middleton, Wisconsin, overlooking Lake Mendota and a 10,000-year-old glacial lake. The monastery building, dedicated in 2009, earned a LEED Platinum rating from the U.S. Green Building Council, and its bamboo floors, floor-to-ceiling windows, and solar panels reflect the community's commitment to caring for the earth. The monastery hosts weddings, rehearsal dinners, receptions, memorial services, and private events, along with meetings and group retreats, welcoming both members of its worshiping community and the public. Its Assembly Room seats up to 300 guests for ceremonies and presentations, while the Guest Dining Room, overlooking the prairie and lake, accommodates up to 150 guests for meals and receptions with an adjoining patio and fire pit. Outdoor ceremony sites on the grounds can also host up to 300 guests, with a comparable indoor space always held in reserve in case of inclement weather. An on-site wedding coordinator and executive chef support couples and event hosts from initial planning through the day itself, and free on-site parking is available for all guests.

• Spaces for 250-300 Guests
• 1 Ballroom
• 1 Venue with Activities

Kestrel Ridge Golf Course is a golf course and event venue in Columbus, Wisconsin, about 20 minutes northeast of Madison and a manageable drive from both Dane County Regional Airport and Milwaukee's General Mitchell International Airport. Its indoor/outdoor event space is available year-round for weddings, galas, and private events, with a ballroom that seats up to 250 guests beneath chandeliers, alongside a private bar, a fireplace, and a private deck overlooking the golf course. An outdoor ceremony space sits just steps from the ballroom, overlooking the course's meadows, and doubles as additional dinner seating or a cocktail reception area when not in use for a ceremony. Event packages include use of the outdoor ceremony space at no extra charge, a day-of coordinator, and a customizable food and beverage menu prepared in-house. Kestrel Ridge's wedding and events planner, Nickie Klahn, brings more than 25 years of hospitality experience to each event booked at the course.

• Spaces for 250 Guests

Tyrol Basin Ski and Snowboard Area is a ski resort in Mount Horeb, Wisconsin, offering groomed terrain, a terrain park, snow tubing, lessons, and NASTAR racing each winter, with a disc golf course open daily through the summer. The on-site Tyrol Tavern serves food with views of the hill, with live music on select days. For private and corporate events, Tyrol Basin offers two on-site spaces. The Main Chalet sits at the base of the ski hill and features an indoor bar, a large seating area, and service from the downstairs kitchen, suited to weddings, corporate meetings, and celebrations of life. The Tubing Chalet, located at the top of the tubing hill, offers indoor seating and convenient access to the parking lot, making it a fit for work outings, birthday parties, and other gatherings.

• Spaces for 275-400 Guests
• 3 Outdoor Spaces
• 3 Event Spaces
• 2 Waterfront

Celebrations on the River sits along the Mississippi River in La Crosse, Wisconsin, offering three private, all-inclusive event venues under one roof: Center Court, River Park, and Court Yard. Each venue combines indoor reception space with its own riverside outdoor patio, ceremony altar, bridal suite, and groom suite, giving couples exclusive use of the space from 10am to midnight on their event day. Center Court accommodates up to 400 guests with an outdoor patio bar overlooking the river and a raised ceremony gazebo with glass railings. River Park seats up to 275 guests and features the 3 Seasons Room, with floor-to-ceiling windows and vaulted ceilings framing river views. Court Yard holds up to 325 seated or 400 standing guests, with crystal chandeliers and custom LED lighting indoors and a private patio with a gas fire pit outdoors. Every rental includes in-house catering, full-service bars, decor, and a dedicated wedding and event planning staff, along with a state-of-the-art audio/visual system, WiFi, and free on-site parking. Beyond weddings, the venues also host corporate events, celebrations of life, and holiday parties.

• Spaces for 324-350 Guests
• 1 Barn
• 1 Farm

Vennebu Hill is a barn wedding and event venue set on a 60-acre farm in Baraboo, Wisconsin, minutes from Wisconsin Dells and Lake Delton, with views of the Baraboo Bluffs and Wisconsin River. The property is part of the Myklebust family farm, where a restored Gothic-style barn once used for cattle now serves as a year-round, climate-controlled reception space. The name Vennebu comes from a Norwegian phrase meaning "a gathering place for friends and family," a nod to the family's Norwegian heritage. The venue seats up to 324 guests for weddings, meetings, retreats, and other events, with separate bride and groom preparation suites, a paved and lighted 167-stall parking lot, and both indoor and outdoor ceremony options. In-house catering and two fully staffed bars support the day, while a full commercial kitchen, wine cellar, elevator access, and ADA-accessible entrances round out the space. Vennebu Hill also includes the Koselig Garden, a Norwegian-inspired eatery and taproom on the property, and the Myklebust Farmhouse for on-site guest accommodations.

• Spaces for 300 Guests
• 1 Ballroom
• 1 Landmark
• 1 Historic Space

Located in the heart of downtown Milwaukee, Turner Hall holds status as a National Landmark, a listing on the National Registry of Historic Places, and a local Historical Landmark. Originally a showroom for immigrants to show off their art, Turner Hall is now a main hub for Milwaukee events. Their preferred vendors are top notch, their space is architecturally beautiful and their hospitality and excitement to give you the event you deserve is comforting. Planning your event will go seamlessly- what more could you want than that. With over 7,000 square feet of ballroom acting as a raw space with a plethora of customizable options to make it your own, you can't go wrong with Turner Hall.

• Spaces for 32-125 Guests
• 3 Hotels
• 1 Ballroom
• 3 Total Spaces

Hotel Metro, Autograph Collection is a boutique, art deco-style hotel set in a building dating to the 1930s in downtown Milwaukee, within walking distance of Lake Michigan and the Historic Third Ward. The property's event spaces include a Ballroom with an attached atrium and two rooftop meeting rooms, each outfitted with natural light, on-site catering, and AV equipment for gatherings ranging from corporate meetings to wedding receptions. The Ballroom, the largest of the three spaces, accommodates up to 125 guests and is supported by a dedicated events team and an on-site culinary team handling catering. Couples can also reserve a private bridal suite for pre-wedding preparation, and wedding parties booking 10 or more overnight rooms qualify for group rates. Guests and event attendees can also dine at Oggie's Kitchen & Bar, the hotel's on-site restaurant, or enjoy cocktails at the seasonal Puffer Fish Rooftop Bar. Historic touches remain throughout the property, including a vintage 1930s typewriter and an original mail chute available to guests.

• Spaces for 12-850 Guests
• 1 Restaurant
• 1 Hotel
• 5 Total Spaces

Nestled in the charming village of Kohler, Wisconsin, The American Club is a distinguished five-star, five-diamond hotel renowned for its timeless elegance and rich history. Once a 20th-century lodging for immigrant workers, the property has been transformed into a luxurious destination featuring world-class accommodations, refined dining, and access to championship golf courses at Whistling Straits and Blackwolf Run. With stunning gardens, award-winning spa services, and beautifully appointed event spaces, The American Club offers an unforgettable setting for weddings, social celebrations, and corporate gatherings alike.

• Spaces for 200-250 Guests
• 1 Country Club

Set on 27 holes of tree-lined, championship golf just north of Elkhorn, Wisconsin and about ten minutes from Lake Geneva, Evergreen Golf Club pairs its course with a full slate of wedding and event spaces. The Evergreen Room, the club's main banquet space, features Frank Lloyd Wright–inspired decor, 15-foot vaulted ceilings, cherry-stained panel accents, and chandeliers, with a private Bride's Room attached; it seats up to 250 for weddings and holds up to 290 guests for other banquets and celebrations. Outside, the Patio overlooks a cascading waterfall and stream framed by prairie grasses and perennial gardens, making it a favored spot for outdoor ceremonies, cocktail hours, and photos, while the three-season Pavilion adds roughly 4,000 square feet of enclosed, casual event space for up to 250 guests. The club also houses the Bunker Bar & Grill and The Pub for dining. Couples and event planners work with an on-site wedding coordinator, and the venue notes it does not impose food or beverage minimums. Evergreen has received multiple WeddingWire Couples' Choice awards and is rated a four-star course by Golf Digest.

• Spaces for 40-125 Guests
• 1 Museum
• 1 Historic Space
• 1 Mansion

Fairlawn Mansion is a Queen Anne Victorian house museum in Superior, Wisconsin, built in 1891 for lumber and mining baron Martin Pattison, his wife Grace, and their six children at a cost of $150,000 — the equivalent of well over $3 million today. A four-story tower with a widow's watch overlooks the bay, and the restored first floor retains gilded ceiling murals, a grand entrance hall with an open staircase, marble and tile fireplaces, and original leaded and stained glass windows. The mansion is available for private rental, accommodating wedding ceremonies for up to 40 guests and general private events, from birthdays to anniversary gatherings, for up to 35 guests. Wedding rentals include a site walkthrough, three hours of rental time, chairs and an altar pulpit, a sound system with microphone, a private bridal dressing room, and complimentary guest parking and Wi-Fi. Smaller private gatherings can make use of the mansion's tables, chairs, kitchen access, and staff support for setup and takedown. Summer brings gardens of peony, rose, hydrangea, and lily to the grounds surrounding the mansion. Fairlawn Mansion is operated by Superior Historic Properties, alongside two other historic sites in Superior: the SS Meteor Whaleback Ship and the Old Firehouse and Police Museum.

• Spaces for 100-200 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 1 Garden

Village Gardens is a destination greenhouse and outdoor event space in Plover, near Stevens Point in central Wisconsin, that has been helping visitors bring their gardening and event dreams to life since 2000. An acre and a half of flower gardens features a pond, bridge, and wedding gazebo, providing a garden backdrop for outdoor weddings, bridal and baby showers, and family and senior portrait sessions. Owners Dawn and Keith Dziak and a staff of certified gardeners tend the greenhouse and gardens, which also include a gift shop stocked with pottery, metal sculpture, concrete statuary, fountains, and local art, plus a cafe serving locally roasted coffee, smoothies, and ice cream. Visitors can also stroll the miniature village, view sculptures and water features, and see the resident goats and chickens. Outdoor weddings take place in the gardens from Memorial Day weekend through October 1, depending on weather.

• Spaces for 250-300 Guests
• 1 Barn
• 1 Event Space

Dixon's Apple Orchard & Wedding Venue sits on 100 acres in Cadott, Wisconsin, in the Chippewa Valley, where an island bridge, scenic paths, and rows of apple trees give the property its countryside character. Run by the Mullane family, now in its fifth generation, the orchard hosts more than 70 weddings each year alongside its ongoing apple harvest. Ceremonies can take place outdoors at sites including the Orchard, the Island/Pond, and the Woodland, with guests able to arrive by horse-drawn carriage or wagon ride. For receptions, the venue's 5,300-square-foot indoor space seats up to 250 guests and doubles as an indoor ceremony location in case of weather, with indoor restrooms on site. Wedding parties also have use of the Bridal Suite, which includes a full kitchen, bathroom, salon area, and living room with a stone fireplace, and the Groom Shack, a separate space for the groom's party to get ready. Dixon's is also home to the patented Champagne apple, grown exclusively at the Cadott orchard, and shares its grounds with sister company Dixon's Autumn Harvest Winery.

• Spaces for 250 Guests
• 1 Hotel
• 1 Ballroom

Metropolis Resort is a family-owned hotel and entertainment complex in Eau Claire, Wisconsin, combining 111 guest rooms with an indoor water park, arcade, and go-kart and laser tag attractions all under one roof. For weddings and private events, the resort accommodates up to 250 guests for both intimate ceremonies and larger receptions. The Skybox Banquet Hall, on the second floor of the hotel, features a wave ceiling and specialized lighting alongside a welcome area, a permanent bar, and a wood dance floor, making it suited for both ceremonies and receptions. The resort's dedicated event coordinators handle planning from the first meeting through the event, and its in-house catering team offers hors d'oeuvres, plated salads, buffet options, and full bar service. Wedding and event guests also have access to hotel room blocks, the indoor water park, and the arcade, giving out-of-town guests entertainment options without leaving the property. The resort additionally hosts corporate meetings, conferences, and holiday parties, with flexible breakout rooms and banquet space for groups up to 250.

• Spaces for 300 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 1 Event Space

South Second is a modern, industrial event venue minutes from downtown Milwaukee's Walker's Point neighborhood. The space combines an indoor hall with a renovated outdoor patio, bar, and balcony overlooking the main floor, for a combined 16,500 square feet that can be arranged in an open-concept, blank-canvas layout. The venue accommodates up to 300 guests and hosts wedding ceremonies and receptions, corporate meetings and team-building events, award ceremonies, holiday parties, and social celebrations. A newly updated bridal suite is available for wedding parties getting ready on-site, and an on-site parking lot plus reserved spaces are available to guests. Catering is provided exclusively by Saz's Catering, which has planned and executed events for over 30 years, and every rental includes a dedicated event planner to help coordinate catering details, timelines, and other logistics.

• Spaces for 125-250 Guests
• 3 Event Spaces
• 3 Historic Spaces

Set on 11 acres of gardens, wooded grounds, and Lake Michigan bluffs in Racine, Wisconsin, the DeKoven Center traces its roots to 1852, when the campus was founded as Racine College by the Episcopal Church. Under Rev. Dr. James DeKoven, who arrived as Warden in 1859, the grounds were reshaped in the style of an English college quadrangle, and the community's original dining Refectory became what is now known as the Great Hall. The campus later served as a retreat center under the Community of St. Mary for fifty years before the DeKoven Foundation took over its stewardship in 1999. Today the historic campus hosts weddings, receptions, and private events across several spaces: the Great Hall seats up to 225 guests, Assembly Hall up to 125, and St. John's Chapel up to 202 for ceremonies, with outdoor courtyard ceremonies available from May through October. Rentals include banquet tables and chairs, table linens, and a dedicated event liaison, bartender, and security staff. The grounds are also home to the Circle of Peace Labyrinth, and the DeKoven Center offers gymnasium rentals and two Gatehouse apartments for overnight stays.

• Spaces for 30-75 Guests
• 1 Bar
• 1 Museum
• 1 space at this venue

The SS Meteor is the last remaining above-ground whaleback ship in the world, permanently berthed on Barkers Island in Superior, Wisconsin. Built in 1896 with an innovative rounded hull designed by Captain Alexander McDougall, the vessel spent decades hauling iron ore, grain, cars, and oil across the Great Lakes — later sailing under the names SS Frank Rockefeller and SS South Park — before the community of Superior rescued her from scrapping and towed her home to become a museum in the 1970s. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the ship is operated today by Superior Historic Properties alongside Fairlawn Mansion and the Old Firehouse and Police Museum. Open for tours and private rentals from May through October, the SS Meteor offers its authentic bar room as an event space, accommodating up to 30 guests, with an adjacent room available for larger gatherings of up to 55. The space comes with banquet and cocktail tables, seating, a speaker system with microphone and headphone jack, complimentary WiFi, and accessible parking, and the ship's upper deck is available for small-group photography by request — a maritime backdrop for celebrations aboard a piece of Great Lakes history.

• Spaces for 18-1,064 Guests
• 4 Hotels
• 2 Ballrooms
• 2 Meeting Spaces

Hyatt Regency Milwaukee is a contemporary downtown hotel just minutes from Water Street and the Deer District, putting guests and event-goers close to the city's entertainment core. On-site dining and a Starbucks give the hotel a full-service feel for both overnight guests and event attendees. The hotel offers more than 30,000 square feet of event space, enough to host a board meeting for 20 or a citywide conference for over 1,000. Its largest room, the Regency Ballroom, spans 9,900 square feet with 14-foot ceilings and a dance floor, and can be divided into four sections for smaller meetings. The Lakeshore Ballroom offers a more intimate 2,700 square feet that splits into two or three rooms, while the Vue Rooftop Ballroom sits 21 stories above the city with 360-degree views of downtown Milwaukee. Weddings at Hyatt Regency Milwaukee range from large celebrations in the Regency Ballroom to more intimate gatherings in the Vue Rooftop Ballroom, with an in-house catering team customizing food and beverage service for each event.