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Reception
$2,500 starting price
Ceremony
$750 starting price
Bar service
$3 per person
Reception
$500 starting price
Ceremony
$500 starting price
Bar service
$3 per person
These prices are available for the months of June through October. These prices are available for the months of November through April.

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On WeddingWire since 2010

The Waters is a historical waterfront wedding venue located in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. A classic setting for both indoor and outdoor weddings, the venue’s lakeside moonrises and docked sailboats serve as backdrops for a summer wedding, while the snowy landscape complements a winter wedding.

Facilities and Capacity
The Waters can host up to 300 guests. The Grand Ballroom can seat 172 guests for plated dinners. It has a private, Nantucket-inspired screened porch and a balcony on the second floor, both facing the water. The venue’s stylish and classy interiors and the view of Lake Winnebago make it a premier lakeside setting for weddings. For larger weddings, guests can enjoy dinner and drinks in not just the ballroom, but also in the first-floor Winnebago Room and lakeside on the porch and balcony.

Services Offered
The Waters provides services for ceremonies and receptions as well as corporate and special celebrations all year round. It has a well-stocked, handcrafted mahogany harbor bar, with an impressive selection of beer and wines. The tenured bartenders can create signature cocktails to reflect the theme of wedding reception. The Waters' full event services include:

  • Event planning
  • Bartenders
  • AV Equipment
  • Bar Signs and Easels
  • Rehersal Time
  • Chairs
  • Parking


History
The Waters was built in 1903 by architect William Waters for The Oshkosh YAcht Club. A Georgian Revival building, it was considered the finest clubhouse in the Midwest. Later on, members of the American Legion Post 70 bought the club and used it as their home for more than 60 years. In 2008, the American Legion was bought and refurbished back to its original charm. It was then name The Waters to commoemerate the famous arcitect who built the waterfront building. The venue is still home to The Oshkosh Yacht Club today.

  • Woman-owned

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?

$2,500

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

$500

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?

$500

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Chairs
Event Planning
Glassware
Parking
Tables

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

Server(s)

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$3

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

Bartender(s)

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

10

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

4

Describe your venue:

Banquet Hall
Historic Building
Waterfront

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
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Bar Services
Event Planner
Event Rentals
Liability Insurance
Outside Vendors
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

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

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?

Audio Equipment
Chairs
Dance Floor
Furniture
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
Glassware

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
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
November
December
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Reviews of The Waters

3.9 out of 5 rating
3.9 out of 5 rating
13 Reviews
78% recommend it
  • Quality of service
    4 out of 5 rating
  • Average response time
    4.1 out of 5 rating
  • Professionalism
    4 out of 5 rating
  • Value
    4 out of 5 rating
  • Flexibility
    3.5 out of 5 rating
Weddingwire
3.9/5 13 reviews
Google
4.6/5 215 reviews
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Abby S. Sent on 05/15/2021
4.6 out of 5 rating

Beautiful Venue

The Waters is absolutely beautiful! We knew we wanted to get married here the first time we walked through the door. It was so great to have the ceremony, reception and pictures all in one location. Our guests loved the venue and the beautiful water view. Throughout the planning process we got to work with a few different people and they were all so helpful and informative. I would reccomend this venue over and over again.
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Kh Sent on 09/12/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Elegant venue and beautiful setting

As soon as we saw The Waters we knew this was where we wanted to have our Wedding Reception; it aligned perfectly with our "wish list"...on the water; a large enough capacity; historic, classy, and well-maintained building, etc. Lindsey and Kate were a pleasure, always very responsive to our questions and providing explanations in detail. Our wedding was originally scheduled for June 2020, due to the pandemic, we decided to postpone until August 2021; Lindsey and Kate were extremely accommodating in allowing us to "first pick" a rescheduled date and transferring the contract terms, etc. The Waters has a list of preferred vendors which made selecting a caterer and florist easier. When one of the other vendors I reached out to was unresponsive, Lindsey recommended a much better alternative - it took our reception to another level! The Waters is so fortunate to have Lindsey at the helm, she is all you could hope for in an Event Manager.
The day itself was lovely and our guests enjoy every aspect of the grounds and building - lawn games, strolls along the lake, fun times at the bar (great drinks, too!), gorgeous views from the balconies and patios, an elegant plated dinner, a beautiful sunset, and dancing until the last. I highly recommend The Waters in every way!
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Courtney H. Sent on 03/24/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Highly recommend!

I am so happy we decided to have our ceremony and reception at The Waters. Not only is it a beautiful venue, the staff is so easy to work with. They were very prompt with their responses whenever I had any questions and they were such a big help on the actual wedding day, too. The venue is so beautiful itself that there wasn't much decorating needed as well.
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Lindsey Wara
Lindsey Wara
Event Manager

Hello! I'm Lindsey, the Event Manager at The Waters. I began my career here as a server back in 2010. A college degree, a husband and two babies later, I am still here doing what I love most: events!

The Waters is a fantastic place to get married because of the incredible views of Lake WInnebago, the amazing historic features in the building and because of the unprecedented customer service in which we pride ourselved on. A the event manager, I am extremely attentive to details and make it my prioirty to have your celebration and the process leading up to you celebration be completely seamless. I pride myslef on clear and open communication with you, your family and your other vendors. Along with my partners, Ryan and Kate, we can assure you a fantastic experience at The Waters.

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