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Northern Lights Event Venue is a new modern luxe event space located in the heart of downtown Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The dazzling riverfront venue boasts the most stunning views of Milwaukee's waterfront city skyline. With a unique two-story design, the main level's floor-to-ceiling windows double as giant sliding glass doors givving way to a private yet spacious outdoor patio. The second floor features a private lounge area that overlooks the main floor, in addition to a private balcony featuring an even higher view of the riverfront skyline. The second floor also leads out to the hallway, where their famous photo studio is located just 15 feet away. The photo studio doubles as the perfect bridal suite, in addition to being a full-service photo studio with a seamless white photography wall, top-of-the-line studio lighting & equipment, featuring a private bathroom with rainfall shower and three-station makeup room. Downtown parking is a breeze with the venue's complimentary guest-only shuttle service, making limitless round trips from designated parking lots & nearby hotels to its main riverwalk entrance.

Facilities and Capacity

Northern Lights Event Venue is located in the Point on the River condominium building, which also hosts the Northern Lights Photo Studio, a purpose-designed site for photography sessions. The Event Venue features 2,300 square feet of space that can be arranged in a sophisticated and elegant manner. A spacious dining and gathering area is served by a 22-foot-long bar and is equipped with multiple sliding doors. These open to the sizeable outdoor patio that seats up to 50 guests. Guests moving to the second floor will find a welcoming and furnished lounge area with access to an outdoor balcony. A ceiling mount hoist lift features attachments such as a chair, silks, and a harness which make for an amazing sight at festivities and photography.

Services Offered

Northern Lights Event Venue hosts weddings, showers, and other private events. This venue was built with state-of-the-art audio-visual technology and high-speed business-class wireless internet. Furnishings such as tables and chairs are readily available for use for celebrations. The staff can organize additional services including photography, videography, live music, DJ service, floristry, decor, custom linens, and the use of the photo studio suite.

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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?

$3,000

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

$2,000

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?

$3,000

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

$2,000

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

Bridal Suite
Chairs
Clean Up
Event Planning
Glassware
Lighting/Sound
Linens
Parking
Set Up
Tables
Transportation

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$12

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

Bartender(s)
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine

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

5

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

2

Describe your venue:

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
Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Liability Insurance
Outside Vendors
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Family Style
Hors d'oeuvres
Outside Cake
Plated
Stations
Tastings

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?

Aisle Runners
Audio Equipment
Chairs
Dance Floor
Furniture
Lighting
Photo booth
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Shuttle
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

May
June
July
August
September

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
April
October
November
December

Reviews of Northern Lights Event Venue

Brian
Brian Sent on 08/21/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Pertect venue

Had our wedding here and it was amazing! TJ and the staff went above and beyond! They took care of audio, video, setup, bar....the list goes on. Amazing studio, fabulous location, awsome people to work with. Already thinking about graduation parties, business functions and reunions. Thank you TJ and the staff. We will be back!!
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Ocie Sent on 07/25/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Mr & Mrs Mallett

Everything was wonderful staff was professional and accommodating all of our guests had a great time and many of them inquired about the venue we proudly referred this venue
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Northern Lights Event Venue frequently asked questions

Northern Lights Event Venue includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planning
  • Glassware
  • Lighting/Sound
  • Linens
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
  • Transportation
The bar service starting price at Northern Lights Event Venue includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • House Beer
  • House Liquor
  • House Wine
The space offered by Northern Lights Event Venue for wedding events is known for:
  • Waterfront
Northern Lights Event Venue offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Covered Outdoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Northern Lights Event Venue offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Northern Lights Event Venue offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Rentals
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Liability Insurance
  • Outside Vendors
  • Wifi
Northern Lights Event Venue offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Aisle Runners
  • Audio Equipment
  • Chairs
  • Dance Floor
  • Furniture
  • Lighting
  • Photo booth
  • Tables
Northern Lights Event Venue is recommended by 100% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 5.0, with the same score awarded for quality of service, flexibility, value, professionalism and average response time.
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