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63 years in business

We speak English

Small team (2-10 members)

River Club of Mequon is a stunning, picturesque wedding venue located in Thiensville, Wisconsin. Built-in 1963, the property spans 338 acres and displays stunning natural wildlife and rolling grasslands with many features that will elevate your wedding photos. Stroll the grounds with your photographer and take advantage of the charming surroundings. The secluded location offers you the privacy to fully immerse yourself in your wedding celebration.

Facilities and Capacity

Your ceremony can be held outdoors in the pristine gardens or the courtyard. Exchange vows in front of your family and friends under the Wisconsin sky. The ceremony space can also be covered, so it is available regardless of the weather forecast. Toast to your nuptials in the breathtaking grand ballroom. With 9,200 square feet of space, the room is fully flexible and can be configured as you wish. With floor-to-ceiling windows, the space is awash with natural light so that you can enjoy your meal with the sun's rays trickling through the windows and beautiful views as a backdrop. The outdoor balcony adds that extra bit of space and further enhances the experience. River Club of Mequon also boasts a fully furnished bridal suite where the bridal party can relax and prepare for the big day.

Services Offered

The property has three fully stocked bars onsite and can design a cocktail menu to suit you for an elegant cocktail hour. The culinary team has also designed a range of sample menus for you to choose from. The staff is on hand to provide excellent service and attend to your needs throughout the day to ensure a smooth event. The team encourages couples to get in touch for more information.

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FAQ

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?

$1,000

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?

$750

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

$750

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
China
Flatware
Glassware
Lighting/Sound
Linens
Parking
Set Up
Tables

Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?

Cake Cutting
Server(s)

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$8

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

House Beer
House Wine

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

10

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

6

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Banquet Hall
Country/Golf Club
Restaurant

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 Planner
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
Server(s)
Stations
Tastings

What bar services do you provide?

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

What event items are available?

Aisle Markers
Aisle Runners
Altar/Arch
Audio Equipment
Centerpieces
Chairs
Chair Covers
Dance Floor
Decor
Drapery
Furniture
Lighting
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Valet
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

June
July
August
September
October

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
April
May
November
December

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Reviews of River Club of Mequon

Weddingwire
4.6/5 28 reviews
Google
4.4/5 236 reviews
Marina
Marina Sent on 11/05/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Loved our venue!

I cannot say enough about Stephanie who was our event coordinator. Had I known how helpful and on top of everything she was going to be I could have saved myself a lot of stress and not hired the day of coordinating company I hired to work the event. The views were amazing. We got the best photos and the venue was beautiful. Everything was clean. I do feel that the space was a little to large for the size wedding we had and it didn’t feel as “intimate” as I would of liked and it was a lot of walking back and forth to the bar to the dance floor. Food was good everyone enjoyed it. We did the late night state fair station and it was a HIT! Definitely more affordable than most of the other venues I went with and Amber was great at communication and payments throughout the planning process. Any question I had she would answer and help guide me to what I should or shouldn’t do. If you have the option to add an extra bartender I would recommend it just to keep the lines down at the bar. We only had 1 of the 2 bars open which was fine but I think we could have used a 3rd hand. We had a guest list of 85.
Mariah
Mariah Sent on 02/19/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Best Day Ever!

We had our October 2022 wedding ceremony and reception at The River Club of Mequon and would book our wedding again there in a heartbeat. We signed our contract in December 2020 and over the almost 2 year engagement we never felt forgotten about or made to be less of a priority- all of our random emails with random questions were answered so quickly. We felt like the prices were absolutely fair for the quality we received in the building, staff, food and all the included little “extras.” The entire building and grounds are beautiful- it requires minimal decorating and the views are breathtaking. The food is EXCELLENT, it was honestly one of the best meals of my life! Our guests are still raving about the food even 4 months later, with comments like “This is good, but nothing will ever be as good as Mariah and Ryan’s wedding.” The waitstaff and bartenders were extremely kind, and by the end of the night felt like our good friends. They even have a full on game room that is included which made the kids, and let’s be real a lot adults too, so happy and entertained. The River Club is unlike all the other venues we toured, and definitely stood out against the competition, which made us feel like our wedding wasn’t so generic, and gave us the “wow” factor.
The Event Director, Amber, is an angel on Earth. She is kind, personable, professional and truly strives to make sure you have the best experience ever. Whatever they pay her they need to pay her double because she’s worth it. We had a few hiccups the morning of, including things not being set up the way previously discussed with a different private sales coordinator, and she was so attentive to make sure things were quickly resolved. After our wedding I emailed Amber about the concerns we had with our day, and without hesitation she apologized and offered to schedule a phone call to discuss further. She heard us out and noted they were already brainstorming ways to avoid our hiccups with future couples. Most places probably would not have cared, because the event was over and they already had our money, but Amber went above and beyond every step of the way from beginning to end and cares about her couples to the fullest.
I want to reiterate that our day did not have anything catastrophic happen to ruin our wedding. Our day was absolutely perfect from beginning to end, and given the chance to go back and do it all over again, we would 1000% book with the River Club and Amber. We highly recommend them and have zero regrets.
Bradley
Bradley Sent on 10/23/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Absolutely Magical!

Our wedding was an absolutely magical day. The venue was perfect and all of our guests thought the food was amazing. Amber, Stephanie, and Aniya were all extremely helpful and accommodating. We highly recommend this venue!
H
Heather Sent on 09/03/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect Venue

We are so glad we chose the River Club for our August 2022 wedding reception. The space is absolutely beautiful and we were lucky the rain held off so we could have cocktail hour on the sunset deck overlooking the golf course.

Amber, Stephanie, and the entire River Club staff were so kind and attentive. Amber was very patient and responsive when we had questions throughout the entire planning process, which was very appreciated.

We've received so many compliments from our wedding, with many of them being about the food and service.

We 100% recommend The River Club of Mequon to anyone considering it as their venue.
D
Daniel Sent on 08/25/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing Venue: Easy to Work With

Amber and her staff were amazing. They were quick to respond to all emails and questions we had; easy to work with and provided thoughtful suggestions during our wedding planning process. The venue itself was amazing. We had numerous options for decor choices, and the final setup was gorgeous. Food and portion sizing was great, we were actually full after eating our meal (which doesn't often happen at weddings for plated meals). Overall, we highly recommend the River Club to anyone getting married!!
Carly
Carly Sent on 07/26/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Our Perfect Wedding-- Thanks River Club!

Our July 2022 at River Club of Mequon was absolutely perfect! We are so glad that we chose this venue. The space was perfect for our 240 person wedding. Our ceremony was on the patio, which was so beautiful and convenient. Amber was amazing to work with! She was organized, responsive, flexible, and kind--and you could tell that her #1 goal was to make our wedding day exactly as we wanted. I had a pretty specific vision for the ceremony set-up, and she worked with me every step of the way to make it happen exactly as I'd pictured! Stephanie was also wonderful, and was there to help attend to anything that we needed the evening of the wedding. Our guests are all telling us how much they loved the venue-- especially the food! We are so thankful for Amber and the River Club staff for making our dream wedding come true!
M
Molly Sent on 07/24/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Bride and Groom

It was an amazing experience at the River Club of Mequon! Our wedding day would not have been possible without Amber and the amazing staff at River Club.
K
Kevin Sent on 07/01/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing venue, good value, guests loved it!

This venue was perfect for us. Beautiful deck with views that worked for ceremony, cocktail hour, and the night. The indoor space was very spacious, even with our 180 person wedding, and was beautiful as well. The combination of indoor space (table settings, bar, dance floor) and outside space (deck, covered area, golf course view) made this a clear choice for us. Amber is a wonderful person to work with and helped us through budgeting, ideas, and planning. She is amazing! Our guests also LOVED the food, and that came from several people who all had different entrees as well. I’d rate this above 5 stars if I could. Great setting, indoor/outdoor space, great service, great food, and worked well on our budget.
Carlyn
Danielle Sent on 06/05/2022
5 out of 5 rating

110% recommend River Club!

This past weekend we had our wedding ceremony and reception at the River Club of Mequon. The venue is gorgeous and Amber was amazing to work with! Once we booked the venue we went for a food tasting (could bring 4 additional people) and during the tasting we were able to see table linens and additional decor to help us choose our options. The whole experience was seamless, food was amazing and they help you throw a great party!
Rucha
Rucha Sent on 10/18/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Oct 2, 2021 Wedding

The Riverclub exceeded our expectations from the very second we walked in until the days following our wedding. We were planning on getting married at a different venue but after that plan fell through due to some cost stress as we had, we decided to look elsewhere. When we met Amber, we explained this to her and she was so accommodating and kind and assured us that she would do her best to help us get everything we wanted while helping us stay within our budget. My parents are often particular and had many requests and questions throughout our 1+ year of planning. Amber was patient and provided a sense of calmness at all times which really helped put all of us at ease. We had two ceremonies which went exactly as planned. The food and clean up afterwards was quick and efficient. In the midst of everything in the night, we ended up leaving without our wedding cake. We were contacted by The Riverclub as they let us know they had boxed up the cake for us and that it was ready to be picked up whenever we had time. Thank you for helping us make this day so perfect!
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We had a great time deejaying at the River Club last summer! The staff & facility are very accommodating. We were impressed with the ambient lighting that can be customized to your colors! Highly recommended wedding venue. We'd love to be back.

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River Club of Mequon frequently asked questions

River Club of Mequon includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • China
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Lighting/Sound
  • Linens
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
River Club of Mequon includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Cake Cutting
  • Server(s)
The bar service starting price at River Club of Mequon includes:
  • House Beer
  • House Wine
The space offered by River Club of Mequon for wedding events is known for:
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet Hall
  • Country/Golf Club
  • Restaurant
River Club of Mequon offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Covered Outdoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
River Club of Mequon offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
River Club of Mequon offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planner
  • Event Rentals
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Liability Insurance
  • Outside Vendors
  • Wifi
River Club of Mequon offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Aisle Markers
  • Aisle Runners
  • Altar/Arch
  • Audio Equipment
  • Centerpieces
  • Chairs
  • Chair Covers
  • Dance Floor
  • Decor
  • Drapery
  • Furniture
  • Lighting
  • Tables
River Club of Mequon is recommended by 91% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.6 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.6 in quality of service, 4.6 in flexibility, 4.6 in value, 4.5 in average response time and 4.5 in professionalism.
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