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Located on the beautiful shores of Geneva Lake, the historic Riviera Ballroom venue is in the heart of Lake Geneva, Wisconsin, and offers a unique experience blending elegance and one-of-a-kind lake views with nostalgic prestige and tradition. This lakefront gem is surrounded by water on three sides and features over 20-foot-high ceilings, large windows overlooking the beautiful Riviera Beach, and a veranda set above the distinctive Lake Geneva Cruise Line docks and charter boats.

Create a truly customized wedding that reflects you as a couple with the caterer of your choice from our carefully selected Preferred Vendor List. If looking for the true Lake Geneva wedding experience, look no further as The Riviera delivers lakeside charm, simple elegance, and the finest talent in the Lake Geneva region.

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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?

2,400

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

2,100

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

Yes

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

Chairs
Clean Up
Lighting/Sound
Set Up
Tables

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

1

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Banquet Hall
Boat/Yacht
Historic Building
Resort
Waterfront

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Engagement Party
Elopements
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Clean Up
Event Rentals
Outside Vendors
Wifi

What event items are available?

Altar/Arch
Audio Equipment
Chairs
Chair Covers
Dance Floor
Decor
Drapery
Furniture
Lighting
Photo booth
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Shuttle
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

May
June
July
August
September
October
November

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
April
December

Reviews of Riviera Ballroom

Jordan
Jordan Sent on 04/25/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Gorgeous views

Amazing location in LG and so beautiful inside and out
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Allison Sent on 09/15/2017
5 out of 5 rating
As a kid, I remember walking around Lake Geneva and seeing parties at the Riviera and thinking "man, that looks like fun!" - Fast forward 20 years later, we have our wedding there this Summer... and you know what? It was just as amazing as I thought it would be when I was 8... and then some! Chuck was really great to work, sometime hard to get a hold of on the first call - but always called me back the same day. A great thing about the Riviera is you can bring in all of your alcohol.. If you do decide to do this be sure to call Bruno's Liquor store in Lake Geneva. They will deliver everything for you (I will be writing a review for them next). Also, your bartenders don't need a license and you don't have to hire a service which is great. We had one of our groomsman's cousin's bartend with her friend and they were amazing. The price is super affordable for the location... and it's honestly unforgettable! We received so many compliments on our venue location. Such a classic building, in such a fun town!! Highly suggest!
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Eleanor Sent on 11/19/2015
5 out of 5 rating
Chuck was more than accommodating and the venue is absolutely beautiful!!
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User2346782 Sent on 10/02/2015
5 out of 5 rating
Hosting our wedding ceremony and reception at the Riviera was amazing! Everyone complimented us on the venue choice. THE BEST place to get married in Lake Geneva, hands down! Though, I do realize that I might be a little biased, but it really was great!
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Melissa Sent on 07/07/2014
5 out of 5 rating
Excellent venue! Great team to work with and got so many compliments on how beautiful the venue was!
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Janene Sent on 05/16/2014
5 out of 5 rating
This place is gorgeous!! A lot of work had to be done on our end (finding vendors, clean up, etc.) but I believe it was all worth it. We did more work than probably needed to save money. Great people to work with.
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Danielle Sent on 12/05/2013
5 out of 5 rating
The Riviera was the perfect wedding venue for us. Chuck, the venue manager, was extremely helpful to work with. We lived in Milwaukee while planning our Lake Geneva wedding and he came to the Riviera numerous times to let us walk through, take photos and ask questions. His set up team and security were great too. And having the surrounding lake, our photos turned beautifully.
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Haley Sent on 11/24/2009
5 out of 5 rating
Hands down, the BEST reception site!! We live in Lake Geneva and there is NO other place in the area as beautiful as the Riv. You have to bring in everything... tables, chairs, linens, caterer, bar, etc. But for us this was a positive aspect because we got to pick and choose our vendors, making it completely unique to us!
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Marcie Sent on 08/01/2008
5 out of 5 rating
This is a truly magical venue for your wedding or reception. You can't beat the value for the location. No decorating needed, the building is vintage, and is set up as a ballroom overlooking Lake Geneva. One downfall is parking in Lake Geneva can be quite tedious in this area. If you stay at the local hotels, they are a short walk away and you are able to park there.
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Shannon Sent on 08/16/2012
4.8 out of 5 rating
The Riviera Ballroom is beautiful! I am so glad we chose to have our wedding there. All of our guests loved it!
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2011 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2010 Winner

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Riviera Ballroom frequently asked questions

Riviera Ballroom includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Chairs
  • Clean Up
  • Lighting/Sound
  • Set Up
  • Tables
The space offered by Riviera Ballroom for wedding events is known for:
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet Hall
  • Boat/Yacht
  • Historic Building
  • Resort
  • Waterfront
Riviera Ballroom offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Riviera Ballroom offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Riviera Ballroom offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Clean Up
  • Event Rentals
  • Outside Vendors
  • Wifi
Riviera Ballroom offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Altar/Arch
  • Audio Equipment
  • Chairs
  • Chair Covers
  • Dance Floor
  • Decor
  • Drapery
  • Furniture
  • Lighting
  • Photo booth
  • Tables
Riviera Ballroom is recommended by 91% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.5 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.7 in professionalism, 4.5 in quality of service, 4.5 in average response time, 4.5 in value and 4.4 in flexibility.
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