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About

Gatherings on the Ridge is a rustic wedding venue located in Eastman, Wisconsin. The original property, built in 1906, was purchased by Jay and Jeanne Aspenson and transformed into an elegant barn venue. The barn is central to the Tri-State area of Iowa, Minnesota, and Wisconsin. With its soft light, oak beams, and the unique barbed wire chandelier, Gatherings on the Ridge offers both authencity and charm.

Facilities and Capacity
The barn can host from 275 to 300 guests for seated dinners, with tables, linens, and 300 white padded wedding chair available for use. Inside, the venue offers modern restrooms, a bridal room, and a large kitchen conveniently located for caterers. With four radiant heaters hung from the ceiling, the barn can be used for wedding events even when the weather turns chilly. The venue also provides the option to rent Hypoint Loft, a house set in a quiet, relaxing country setting with Mississippi River views, just two miles from Gatherings on the Ridge. Hypoint Loft is owned by a business affiliate.

Services Offered
Gatherings on the Ridge can host ceremonies and receptions, as well as rehearsal dinners. Packages are available, which include venue, white or vintage china, and table flowers. The venue is licensed with the state of Wisconsin and has an in-house bar that provides house wine, specialty beer and wine, premium liquor, and signature drinks, along with bartenders. We would be happy to chat with you regarding your preference for caterer style and help make recommendataions. We also have developed relationships with fabulous florists, wedding coordinators, DJ's, Photographers, and bakers. Gatherings on the Ridge also offers the following services:

  • Event rentals
  • Outdoor ceremony areas
  • Lighting
  • Audio equipment
  • Parking
  • Pet-friendly
  • Liability insurance
  • Wireless internet
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Frequently asked questions

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?

$1,800

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

No

Which of the following are included in the starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
Linens
Parking
Set Up
Tables

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$5

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

Bartender(s)
Champagne Toast
House Liquor
House Wine
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink

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
Barn
Farm/Ranch

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Planner
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Liability Insurance
Outside Vendors
Pet Friendly
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Family Style
Plated

What bar services do you provide?

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

What event items are available?

Altar/Arch
Audio Equipment
Centerpieces
Chairs
Decor
Drapery
Furniture
Lighting
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Shuttle

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?

April
November

Reviews of Gatherings on the Ridge

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Brittani Sent on 10/25/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing!! Couldn’t have better!!

Friendly , kind, and helpful all in one place!
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Ashley Sent on 01/06/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Highly recommend!

Gatherings on the Ridge is such a beautiful venue! We hosted both our ceremony and our reception here and couldn't have been happier with it! Jeanne was extremely helpful throughout the planning process, and Ann did an amazing job bartending and coordinating the day of! We're so glad we chose Gatherings on the Ridge!
Stacie
Stacie Sent on 01/04/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Jeanne has transformed her barn into a beautiful wedding venue! She's kind, approachable, and always makes you feel at home.

My husband and I new we wanted to get married at Gatherings the moment we stepped inside. We booked our wedding date before getting engaged because that's how much we wanted to secure a spot... we were in love too!!!
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Dacia Sent on 01/04/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Our perfect day

We knew we needed to get married at Gatherings on the Ridge as soon as we walked in the door to the barn. We loved everything about it. Jeanne was helpful, and quick to respond to my emails, texts and calls. We took advantage of her collection of decor and rented a few items but the barn is so perfect, not much was needed. The price for the weekend was reasonable and cheaper then other barn venues we looked into. We are so happy we chose to get married her and work with Jeanne.
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Afton Sent on 12/27/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Absolutely Wonderful!

I cannot say enough good things about Gatherings on the Ridge! Hands down the best venue in the area due to the beauty and hospitality! My fiancé and I had to relocate our wedding 2 weeks before our date. It was a mad scramble to put everything together. From the first time we met Jeanne to the morning after our wedding she was nothing short of amazing. When we learned we would need to find a new venue I immediately contacted Gatherings on the Ridge thinking they would of course be booked, but by some miracle they were available for our June wedding! I knew it was a sign at that moment but what I wasn’t aware of was just how wonderful our experience would be. I was a made wreck knowing the journey we had in front of us. We had to redo everything for our wedding in such a short amount of time. Jeanne allowed us to come tour the venue on the same day I called. She knew my husband and I were not living local and had a tight schedule to plan everything. The day we toured it was the morning of her sons graduation party and she was setting up for that but still made time for us (can you say accommodating?!). She made us feel so hopeful and genuinely wanted to help us in any way possible. She helped in every way and answered every question I had at any hour (not kidding). You can tell her dedication to her clients is her number one priority. She helped us with plate rentals (her sister in law!), find a caterer, set up bar options, etc all in TWO WEEKS! It all came together and our wedding was absolutely beautiful. It was the hottest day of the summer and all of our guests still raved about how gorgeous the venue was! We had guests on the dance floor until we kicked them out. I will never forget leaving our venue on Sunday morning after picking up our decorations. I just took a deep breath and thanked Jeanne for everything she had done! I teared up then and I still tear up thinking about our amazing experience. I will never forget her kind heart and wonderful hospitality. Once in a while life gives you a fairy godmother and she is one for sure! We could not have had the wedding we did without her!

Bar service was exceptional!
Staff was very transparent and extremely easy to work with!
Venue was stunning with many rentals available!

If you’re considering Gatherings on the Ridge, just book it! You will be so glad you did!
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Brianna Sent on 12/27/2019
5 out of 5 rating

What an amazing experience

Jeanne is great to work with. She is kind, understanding, flexible, personable, and truly wants your day to be the best and will help you in so many ways to make sure your experience is memorable in the greatest way. Her venue is stunning- inside & out, and has so much character already before us brides bring in our own decorations. Everyone at my wedding had an amazing time, and complimented the beautiful area & scenery. The bartender was awesome and our day couldn’t have went any better. There’s truly not enough words to describe this beautiful venue, how wondering Jeanne and her staff is, and the laid back feeling you get here. 5+ stars.
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Nicky Sent on 10/11/2017
5 out of 5 rating
Gatherings on the ridge was a gorgeous venue for our wedding! I would definitely recommend this venue to anyone.
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Cosette Sent on 10/10/2017
5 out of 5 rating
Jeanne was awesome to work with!! We are truly blessed to have met her and get married at Gatherings on the Ridge; it is beautiful there! We had a later September wedding and the weather was abnormal; I want to say it was 95 degrees outside. But Jeanne was prepared and worked with us try to keep our guests as comfortable as possible. We really enjoyed working with her and highly recommend!
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Hannah Sent on 09/25/2017
5 out of 5 rating
Gatherings on the Ridge was amazing to work with to plan our wedding. Jeanne is very flexible and if she does not know the answer to your question, she will problem solve and get back to you. The venue itself is breathtaking and our guests loved the atmosphere. We planned our wedding from a far and it was easy to do with Gatherings on the Ridge. Thank you so much Jeanne!! We had the best day ever! :) - Hannah & Gerad Donahue, 8/26/17
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Hannah Sent on 09/21/2017
5 out of 5 rating
I am beyond happy that I chose to have the best day of our lives at such an outstanding venue! Jeanne was so kind and helpful throughout the process. My wedding photos were above and beyond because of the picturesque Wedding Barn. I can without a doubt say that without Gatherings on the Ridge our specual day wouldn't have been complete. Thank You Jeanne Aspenson!
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Awards

22
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2018 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

1 Endorsement
Willow & Ivy Design Willow & Ivy Design Wedding Florists

Stunningly beautiful wedding venue! Do not underestimate this barn tucked in southwest Wisconsin! This venue can be transformed into any style wedding and provides many services for a one-stop-shop wedding weekend. We have had the privilege of working with many brides at Gatherings on the Ridge and every single wedding was absolutely breathtaking! Jeanne works day after day to meet brides needs and expectations and to make sure your big day is absolutely perfect!

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Willow & Ivy Design
5.0 out of 5 rating , 2 reviews
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Gatherings on the Ridge frequently asked questions

Gatherings on the Ridge includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • Linens
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
The bar service starting price at Gatherings on the Ridge includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • Champagne Toast
  • House Liquor
  • House Wine
  • Open Bar
  • Premium Liquor
  • Signature Drink
The space offered by Gatherings on the Ridge for wedding events is known for:
  • Banquet Hall
  • Barn
  • Farm/Ranch
Gatherings on the Ridge offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Gatherings on the Ridge offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Gatherings on the Ridge offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planner
  • Event Rentals
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Liability Insurance
  • Outside Vendors
  • Pet Friendly
  • Wifi
Gatherings on the Ridge offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Altar/Arch
  • Audio Equipment
  • Centerpieces
  • Chairs
  • Decor
  • Drapery
  • Furniture
  • Lighting
  • Tables
Gatherings on the Ridge is recommended by 98% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.9 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 5 in quality of service, 5 in value, 4.9 in flexibility, 4.8 in average response time and 4.8 in professionalism.
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