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The Dekoven Center, located in Racine, Wisconsin, is a waterfront wedding venue situated on 10 scenic acres overlooking Lake Michigan. They offer both indoor and outdoor spaces for ceremonies and receptions, and have over 15 years of experience coordinating events at their facility. Their team is fully dedicated to providing excellent service to each of their guests, and focus on detail, flexibility, and competitive pricing to offer complete customer satisfaction. One of their ultimate goals is to help couples plan their special day in their own way.

Facilities and Capacity

The historic St. John’s Chapel is a romantic location for a ceremony, capable of seating up to 200 guests (168 on the main level with overflow room for 34 additional guests in the balcony). Outdoor celebrations can be held on DeKoven’s 11 lakefront acres, surrounded by colorful gardens and towering trees around the chapel. The Great Hall offers gorgeous stained glass windows, beamed ceilings, and hardwood floors for up to 225 guests. Receptions are a favorite in this location, due to the beautiful chandelier lighting and custom built-in bar. For couples with a smaller guest list, The Assembly Hall provides room for 150 people, featuring views of Lake Michigan and the inner courtyard. Guests may park on-site at Dekoven, and wheelchair access is also available.

Services Offered

All-inclusive packages are available at the Dekoven Center. Their dedicated event coordinator is committed to giving couples the wedding ceremony, reception, bridal shower, or engagement party they’ve always dreamed of. From simple events to large, elaborate celebrations, their experience allows couples to run wild with ideas. To help with the more detailed parts of the occasion, the venue also offers rentals for chairs, chair covers, and lighting. A dance floor is included, along with tables, banquet-style chairs, linens, china, flatware, glassware, and even event security! Licensed bartenders are included with your minimum beverage purchase, which is fully customizable with tap and bottled beer, house wine, a variety of rail, premium and top shelf liquors - you can even provide a customized, signature drink for your guests to enjoy!

Pricing information

Couples usually spend $7,600
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Couples usually spend $7,600
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Reception
$3,000 starting price
Ceremony
$600 starting price
Bar service
$4 per person
Reception
$2,500 starting price
Ceremony
$600 starting price
Bar service
$4 per person
These prices are available for the months of April through November. These prices are available for the months of December through March.
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FAQ’s

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?

$3,000

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?

$2,500

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during peak season?

$600

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during off-peak season?

$600

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens
Parking
Set Up
Tables

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$4

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

Bartender(s)

What is the minimum number of guests required to book your venue?

10

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

2

Describe your venue:

Banquet Hall
Garden
Historic Building
Waterfront

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Covered Outdoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Elopements
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Bar Services
Clean Up
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Outside Vendors
Wifi

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Cash Bar
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Liquor License
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

What event items are available?

Altar/Arch
Chairs
Chair Covers
Dance Floor
Decor
Drapery
Lighting
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
December
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Reviews of DeKoven Center

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4.9 out of 5 rating
4.9 out of 5 rating
58 reviews
98% recommend it
  • Quality of service
    4.9 out of 5 rating
  • Average response time
    4.8 out of 5 rating
  • Professionalism
    4.9 out of 5 rating
  • Value
    4.9 out of 5 rating
  • Flexibility
    4.9 out of 5 rating
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The DeKoven Center in Racine, Wisconsin, is highly praised as a stunning and picturesque wedding venue that offers historic charm and magnificent lake views. Reviewers highlight the elegant architecture, beautiful gardens, and the versatility of the indoor cathedral setting and outdoor spaces for ceremonies and receptions. The staff, particularly Event Manager Nicole, receives glowing reviews for their professionalism, helpfulness, and attention to detail, making the wedding planning process smooth and stress-free. Guests appreciate the accommodating nature of the venue for various faiths and denominations, although some mention minor issues with parking and layout. Overall, the DeKoven Center is recommended for couples seeking an unforgettable and scenic wedding experience.

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The DeKoven Center in Racine, Wisconsin, is highly praised as a stunning and picturesque wedding venue that offers historic charm and magnificent lake views. Reviewers highlight the elegant architecture, beautiful gardens, and the versatility of the indoor cathedral setting and outdoor spaces for ceremonies and receptions. The staff, particularly Event Manager Nicole, receives glowing reviews for their professionalism, helpfulness, and attention to detail, making the wedding planning process smooth and stress-free. Guests appreciate the accommodating nature of the venue for various faiths and denominations, although some mention minor issues with parking and layout. Overall, the DeKoven Center is recommended for couples seeking an unforgettable and scenic wedding experience.

Weddingwire
4.9/5 58 reviews
Google
4.5/5 105 reviews
Taylor
Taylor Sent on 11/06/2024
5 out of 5 rating

You will NOT regret booking here! 😍

Okay seriously. I genuinely cannot put into words how beautiful this place is and how AMAZING Nicole Miller is. I got married in the chapel and had my reception in the Assembly Hall on 11/02/2024 and it was a dream come true! The DeKoven Center is gorgeous and I will never deny that but wholeheartedly the reason we booked this place was because of Nicole. She made planning our wedding so easy and stress free! The DeKoven Center is STUNNING and AFFORDABLE! I was a bride on a budget and I’m so lucky I found this place from a Facebook review. I literally had 2 venue tours scheduled the same day we went to see this place and I said forget it! We signed to book this place immediately after seeing it. We didn’t have to go home and think about it- it was an immediate yes 🤍 do yourself a favor- book The DeKoven Center and ask for Nicole! She’s a dream 🤍🤍🤍
Christian
Christian Sent on 02/13/2025
5 out of 5 rating

DeKoven Center - A Stunning Historic Wedding Venue

If you’re looking for a wedding venue that blends historic charm, breathtaking lake views, and elegant architecture, the DeKoven Center in Racine, Wisconsin, is a top-tier choice.

The DeKoven Center provides a truly unique and timeless atmosphere. The Gothic-style architecture, complete with stunning stonework, stained glass windows, and beautifully maintained gardens, created the perfect setting for daughter's wedding this past October (2024). The venue sits right on the shore of Lake Michigan, providing a stunning backdrop!

Some of the standout features of DeKoven were St. John’s Chapel – a breathtaking chapel with vaulted ceilings, intricate woodwork, and beautiful stained glass windows. Also, the DeKoven staff (and most specifically our excellent Event Manager, Nicole) was very professional, accommodating, and detail-oriented.
The DeKoven Center really is a hidden gem in Racine, WI, because it offers a blend of historic elegance and scenic beauty. Whether you're dreaming of a traditional, vintage, or rustic wedding, this venue provides the perfect setting for a truly unforgettable day. We were extremely pleased everything. Our daughter's wedding was perfect!

Rating: 11/10 – Stunning architecture, breathtaking lake views, and very exceptional service (thanks Nicole) made DeKoven Center our daughter's dream wedding venue.
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Vicki Sent on 09/09/2024
5 out of 5 rating

My youngest daughter’s wedding and first wedding I’ve ever planned. Nicole from the Dekoven center made it all smooth and covered all details.

The Dekoven Center is a one stop shop so to speak. The chapel has the feel of old world charm as well the their reception halls on the same beautifully landscaped property. They are clean and well maintained . No decor is needed except what you want to put on your tables. But, when the tables are set, you need very little because of the elegance of their settings. All of the settings and linens are included in their price too! (Unlike many other venues and several colors to choose from. )
Our daughter had visions of a barn wedding that are a newer trend of this decade but when we visited the Dekoven, she fell in love with it right away.
The property also hosts two apartments that are rented separate of the Dekoven Center by Air Bnb. The Air bnb was the only negative part of our experience. They cancelled our reservation of the apartments after they cashed our year ahead deposits. We had no retribution from them either.
We then found a Vrbo a few blocks away that was much better suited for our bridal party group anyway. Even though it was of no fault and not related to The Dekoven Center, they bent over backwards to make right of the injustice of Air Bnb.
We planned this wedding throughout the year and from Pennsylvania and it could not have been a more enjoyable experience for our family. Nicole is the best! She made us feel like family and we will always be so grateful to her and the servers of the Dekoven Center to have made our daughter’s wedding such a wonderful experience and fond memory. Highly recommended.
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DeKoven Center frequently asked questions

DeKoven Center includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • China
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Linens
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
The bar service starting price at DeKoven Center includes:
  • Bartender(s)
The space offered by DeKoven Center for wedding events is known for:
  • Banquet Hall
  • Garden
  • Historic Building
  • Waterfront
DeKoven Center offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Covered Outdoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
DeKoven Center offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
DeKoven Center offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Bar Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Rentals
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Outside Vendors
  • Wifi
DeKoven Center offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Altar/Arch
  • Chairs
  • Chair Covers
  • Dance Floor
  • Decor
  • Drapery
  • Lighting
  • Tables
DeKoven Center is recommended by 98% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.9 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.9 in quality of service, 4.9 in flexibility, 4.9 in professionalism, 4.9 in value and 4.8 in average response time.

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