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South Second

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Pricing Information

These prices are available for the months of May through October. These prices are available for the months of November through April.
Reception
$3,900 starting price
Ceremony
$1,000 starting price
Bar
$17 starting price
Reception
$1,900 starting price
Ceremony
$1,000 starting price
Bar
$17 starting price

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About

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South Second, a Saz’s Hospitality Group venue, is a uniquely designed venue located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. With historic industrial interiors, South Second provides the perfect event space to host any type of event whether it be a small, intimate rehearsal dinner or a large, bustling wedding! Couples and guests will be able to enjoy a relaxed ambiance with a large and memorable menu, providing for a one-of-a-kind night.


Facilities and Capacity
South Second can accommodate up to 275 wedding guests for cocktail receptions, 225 wedding guests for seated receptions and 150 wedding guests for ceremonies. The historic character South Second creates is one that guests will never forget.

Services Offered
South Second is a full-service wedding venue with on-site catering with event planning available to couples. The venue also offers additional services:

  • All-inclusive packages
  • Bridal suite
  • Cleanup
  • Setup
  • Liability insurance
  • In-house catering
  • Outside vendors
  • Wireless internet
  • Event rentals
  • In-house bar
  • Lighting/sound


Cuisine
As a Saz’s Hospitality Group property, couples have expansive wedding catering and menu options to choose from, including buffet style, family style, hors d'oeuvres, plated style, stations, tasting, cocktail receptions and desserts.

Location
South Second is nestled in the heart of Walker's Point near downtown Milwaukee and Bay View.

Open Venue Tours

Interested in seeing our space? Come to our Open Venue Tours, happening on select dates in 2023 from 5-7pm. No appointment necessary!

  • Wednesday, June 28

  • Wednesday, July 19

  • Wednesday, August 2

Special Offer
South Second is offering HALF OFF the room rental fee for remaining 2023 dates. Offer valid for weddings only. Contact us today to setup a tour.

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?

$3,900

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

$1,900

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?

$1,000

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

$1,000

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
China
Clean Up
Event Planning
Flatware
Glassware
Linens
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?

$17

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

Bartender(s)
House Beer
House Wine

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

1

Describe your venue:

Banquet Hall
Loft

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
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
French Service
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?

Audio Equipment
Chairs
Dance Floor
Decor
Furniture
Lighting
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

May
June
July
August
September
October

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
April
November
December
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    Sean R. Married on 11/05/2022
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    Perfect Fall wedding venue.

    After spending 2 years planning our wedding the team at south second did an amazing job seeing to all our requests and went over and above to make sure we were happy. Perfect venue if you’re looking for a industrial/rustic venue.
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    Brianna L. Married on 10/21/2022
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    Incredible! From value to answering questions, they did it all so well and made our day so special.

    From the minute we started working with South second they made us feel important. They were flexible to look at dates for us, and the staff was incredible the day of. Michelle was so kind and helped us with all of our questions and was so patient. The food was excellent and all of our guests cannot stop raving about how cool the space was if you were on the fence of booking self second don’t hesitate. It was the best decision we made for our wedding. The bartenders and managers on site were some of the kindest people I’ve ever worked with in this industry.
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    Jenna K. Married on 11/12/2021
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    Best Wedding Venue!!!

    My wife and I got married at South Second this November. I cannot put into words how amazing everyone and everything was. Michelle was very responsive and always there to answer our questions throughout the whole process. Our guests are still raving about how amazing the food was and how beautiful the venue was. The bartenders and waitstaff were OUTSTANDING. If we could get married again, we would do it here!!!
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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2022 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2020 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2019 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2018 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2017 Winner

Events

28 Jun
Open House

Interested in seeing our space? Come to our Open Venue Tours, happening on select dates in 2023 from 5-7pm. No appointment necessary!

Date: From 06/28/2023 to 06/28/2023 Schedule 05:00 PM - 07:00 PM
Location: 838 South Second Street, Milwaukee, WI
19 Jul
Open House

Interested in seeing our space? Come to our Open Venue Tours, happening on select dates in 2023 from 5-7pm. No appointment necessary!

Date: From 07/19/2023 to 07/19/2023 Schedule 05:00 PM - 07:00 PM
Location: 838 South Second Street, Milwaukee, WI
02 Aug
Open House

Interested in seeing our space? Come to our Open Venue Tours, happening on select dates in 2023 from 5-7pm. No appointment necessary!

Date: From 08/02/2023 to 08/02/2023 Schedule 05:00 PM - 07:00 PM
Location: 838 South Second Street, Milwaukee, WI

Professional Network & Endorsements

2 Endorsements
Save the Date Events, Day-of Coordination Save the Date Events, Day-of Coordination Wedding Planners

I have loved working with Michelle and South Second since day one! Being able to tour the space while it was still being completed and see the final product come together was awesome. Each event I attend or coordinate has been fantastic, with the entire staff always incredibly friendly and helpful. I look forward to the upcoming events at South Second this year!

Double Platinum DJ Service Double Platinum DJ Service Wedding DJs

As a wedding DJ you get to try all the food from all the caterers. Saz's consistently has friendly service, outstanding organization and great food. We love doing events with Saz's.

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South Second frequently asked questions

South Second includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • China
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planning
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Linens
  • Set Up
  • Tables
South Second includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Cake Cutting
  • Server(s)
The bar service starting price at South Second includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • House Beer
  • House Wine
The space offered by South Second for wedding events is known for:
  • Banquet Hall
  • Loft
South Second offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
South Second offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
South Second 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
South Second offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Audio Equipment
  • Chairs
  • Dance Floor
  • Decor
  • Furniture
  • Lighting
  • Tables
South Second 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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