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Pricing information

Reception
$2,000 starting price
Ceremony
$1,000 starting price
Bar service
$15 per person
Reception
$1,500 starting price
Ceremony
$850 starting price
Bar service
$15 per person
These prices are available for the months of May through October. These prices are available for the months of November through April.

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About

On WeddingWire since 2009

Known as the premier host of Wisconsin's most prestigious performances and events, the Marcus Performing Arts Center boasts a spectacular wedding venue with luxury fine dining, award-winning service, and experienced event planners.

Located right on the Milwaukee River, MPAC's Bradley Pavilion features floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking Pere Marquette Park, Old World 3rd Street and gorgeous city-scape views. With a private outdoor balcony on the river, as well as private outdoor gardens - MPAC provides an elegant, park-like atmosphere, right in the heart of downtown.

Interested in seeing our space? Come to our Open Venue Tours, happening on select dates in 2024 from 5-7pm. No appointment necessary!

Wednesday, April 10

Wednesday, May 8

Wednesday, June 12


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?

$2,000

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

$1,500

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?

$1,000

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

$850

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
China
Clean Up
Event Planning
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?

$15

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

Bartender(s)
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Wine

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

25

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

6

Describe your venue:

Art Gallery
Ballroom
Banquet Hall
Country/Golf Club
Garden
Historic Building
Hotel
Museum
Park
Rooftop
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
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
Chair Covers
Dance Floor
Decor
Furniture
Lighting
Tables
Tents
Tent Accessories

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?

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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4.9 out of 5 rating
61 Reviews
  • Quality of service
    4.9 out of 5 rating
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    4.9 out of 5 rating
  • Professionalism
    5 out of 5 rating
  • Value
    4.9 out of 5 rating
  • Flexibility
    4.9 out of 5 rating
98% Recommended by couples
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The Marcus Performing Arts Center is highly recommended by multiple reviewers as a wedding venue. The staff, including Lynn and Marie, are praised for their professionalism, helpfulness, and attention to detail. The venue itself is described as stunning, with a beautiful ballroom, balcony, and promenade overlooking the Milwaukee River. The food is outstanding and the spacious outdoor space is a bonus. Guests also appreciated the coordination with other vendors and the flexibility in making changes due to COVID-19.

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The Marcus Performing Arts Center is highly recommended by multiple reviewers as a wedding venue. The staff, including Lynn and Marie, are praised for their professionalism, helpfulness, and attention to detail. The venue itself is described as stunning, with a beautiful ballroom, balcony, and promenade overlooking the Milwaukee River. The food is outstanding and the spacious outdoor space is a bonus. Guests also appreciated the coordination with other vendors and the flexibility in making changes due to COVID-19.

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Jordan O. Sent on 10/09/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect Team for a Perfect Day

Marie and the rest of the staff at the Marcus Center of performing arts were a dream to work with. Marie is very responsive and a great resource for anyone on their special day! The staff as a whole is professional, kind, and care about making every detail perfect.
Kristen
Kristen Sent on 09/14/2020
5 out of 5 rating

So flexible, so kind!

Like many couples this year, my fiance and I made the decision to push back our wedding due to COVID-19. But unlike several horror stories I've heard this summer, it was a breeze to do so -- and that's because of Karin and everyone at the Marcus Center/Sazama's! When I reached out to Karin in June about our December 2020 wedding, I thought she'd think I was crazy for wanting to reschedule six months out or tell us we needed to wait and see how things progressed. Instead, Karin called back right away to let us know every option was on the table and the ball was in our court. The flexibility was great, but it was Karin's kind, thoughtful and sincere demeanor throughout the entire process that really blew me away. We are SO looking forward to our December 2021 wedding at the Marcus Center!
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Alison G. Sent on 10/25/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect Venue

The Marcus Performing Arts Center was the perfect venue to hold our event. The staff was friendly and easy to work with and the custom themed food stations we had were top notch. All of our guests had a blast. The promenade (before you enter the main ballroom) is the perfect place to host a cocktail hour and the ballroom is stunning, with its massive windows and balcony which overlooks the Milwaukee river. I highly recommend hosting your event at MPAC be it for a wedding, gala, reception etc you won't be disappointed! The possibilities are endless with making your vision come to life.
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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2022 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2021 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2020 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2019 Winner
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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2016 Winner

Events

10 Apr
Open House

Interested in seeing our space? Come to our Open Venue Tours, happening on select dates in 2024 from 5-7pm. No appointment necessary!

Date: From 04/10/2024 to 04/10/2024 Schedule 05:00 PM - 07:00 PM
Location: 929 North Water Street, Milwaukee, WI
08 May
Open House

Interested in seeing our space? Come to our Open Venue Tours, happening on select dates in 2024 from 5-7pm. No appointment necessary!

Date: From 05/08/2024 to 05/08/2024 Schedule 05:00 PM - 07:00 PM
Location: 929 North Water Street, Milwaukee, WI
12 Jun
Open House

Interested in seeing our space? Come to our Open Venue Tours, happening on select dates in 2024 from 5-7pm. No appointment necessary!

Date: From 06/12/2024 to 06/12/2024 Schedule 05:00 PM - 07:00 PM
Location: 929 North Water Street, Milwaukee, WI

Professional Network & Endorsements

1 Endorsement
Pink Opal Floral Design Pink Opal Floral Design Wedding Florists

Keith and his team at Marcus Center for Performing Arts are awesome! So easy, personable and accommodating to work with! They constantly go above and beyond expectations. And the space is lovely too :) Highly recommend.

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Marcus Performing Arts Center frequently asked questions

Marcus Performing Arts Center includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • China
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planning
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Lighting/Sound
  • Linens
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
Marcus Performing Arts Center includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Cake Cutting
  • Server(s)
The bar service starting price at Marcus Performing Arts Center includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • Champagne Toast
  • House Beer
  • House Wine
The space offered by Marcus Performing Arts Center for wedding events is known for:
  • Art Gallery
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet Hall
  • Country/Golf Club
  • Garden
  • Historic Building
  • Hotel
  • Museum
  • Park
  • Rooftop
  • Waterfront
Marcus Performing Arts Center offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Covered Outdoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Marcus Performing Arts Center offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Marcus Performing Arts Center 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
Marcus Performing Arts Center offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Audio Equipment
  • Chairs
  • Chair Covers
  • Dance Floor
  • Decor
  • Furniture
  • Lighting
  • Tables
  • Tents
  • Tent Accessories
Marcus Performing Arts Center is recommended by 99% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.9 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 5 in professionalism, 4.9 in quality of service, 4.9 in average response time, 4.9 in flexibility and 4.9 in value.

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