The Best Beach & Waterfront Wedding Venues in Shirland, IL

The Best Beach & Waterfront Wedding Venues in Shirland, IL

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8 Wedding Venues in Shirland, IL

Beaches, waterfront settings
100-150 guests
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Parkway Banquets 

4.8

  • Up to 400 guests
  • All-inclusive
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $5,000

Parkway Banquets has TWO amazing locations located just 2.8 miles apart! 1)PARKWAY BY THE LAKE - Ingleside, IL (capacity for 200), & 2)PARKWAY BANQUETS SALON - Round Lake, IL (capacity for 400). We're truly unique! Our Ingleside venue is waterside! Nestled on the shores of Long Lake, we're right next to the beautiful Lake County Forest Preserve. This is one of the most incredible settings you will ever find. The canopied, outdoor ceremony area is surrounded by nature! Our Round Lake venue boasts opulence & class with crystal chandeliers suspended from 12' ceilings, and dramatic ceiling drapery. Our AH-MAZING, all-inclusive wedding packages are inexpensive & straight forward, making planning stress-free. We work with you to customize a package that focuses on what's most important to YOU. What's the most common comment from Parkway's guests? "This is the BEST wedding I've ever been to!" Find out why Parkway Banquets is Lake County's BEST KEPT SECRET! We can't wait to tell you more!

Why you'll love this venue

  • Allows pets
  • Bridal suite on site
  • Multiple event spaces

Venue considerations

  • Not for you if you are drawn to more unconventional venues
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Venue feels large for events with small guest lists
Awarded Best of Zola
Busy brides turn to Parkway Banquets for peace of mind that every detail will be covered! Planning is so easy with packages that include all food, drinks, linens, decorations PLUS wedding cake, DJ and photographer. The staff is wonderful to work with and the management really and truly care about their clients - I know because I've witnessed it time and time again. My clients rave about this venue and it's one of my favorites to work with. Put Parkway at the top of your list!
Love & Light Florist, a year ago
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Prairie Street Brewing Company 

5.0

Rockford, IL
  • Up to 300 guests
  • Select services
  • Indoor & outdoor

Our venue offers a unique blend of indoor and outdoor spaces with a captivating 19th-century industrial charm. It serves as a remarkable backdrop for your event, leaving a lasting impression. From intimate microweddings to large-scale gatherings, we have the flexibility to accommodate celebrations of all sizes. Rest assured, our spaces are designed to provide a seamless and memorable experience for you and your loved ones. Our highly-acclaimed kitchen is dedicated to preparing extraordinary meals from our catering menu, offering customizable options to suit every taste and need. To complement your menu, we offer a curated wine list, full bar, and award‑winning beer brewed on site. Every wedding at Prairie Street is overseen by an Events Specialist who will work closely with you to bring your dream celebration to life. You’ll have a Day‑Of Wedding Coordinator to ensure that every element comes together exactly as you envisioned it - flawlessly and with unforgettable memories.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Pets can join the celebration
  • Provides catering services
  • Provides setup and cleanup

Venue considerations

  • No on-site guest accommodations
  • Large venue, not ideal for small guest lists
Our wedding at Prairie Street Brewing Co. was an absolute dream! The ceremony by the river was breathtaking, and the reception in the Barrel Room was just perfect. Our guests are still talking about how delicious the food was! The staff was incredible—so helpful and organized, and our day-of coordinator made everything so stress-free and easy for us. We couldn’t have imagined a more beautiful, relaxed, and fun day!
Katie, 7 months ago
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The Riviera Ballroom 

5.0

Lake Geneva, WI
  • Up to 280 guests
  • Select services
  • Indoor
  • Starts at $2,400

Located on the beautiful shores of Geneva Lake, this historic venue in the heart of Lake Geneva, Wisconsin 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. Create a truly customized wedding that reflects you as a couple with the caterer and vendors of your choice from our carefully selected Preferred Vendor List. Allow our Director of Events to walk you through the Riviera planning process and be available to answer questions and provide guidance along the way. If looking for the true Lake Geneva wedding experience, look no further as The Riviera Ballroom delivers lakeside charm, simple elegance and the finest talent at the most desirable location in the Lake Geneva region.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Space for a large guest list
  • Has a luxe vibe
  • Has a dance floor for celebration

Venue considerations

  • No free parking
  • No on-site bridal suite
  • No on-site guest accommodations
The Riviera Ballroom is such a beautiful venue to get married. Right in the heart of Lake Geneva, the space is beautiful, historic and captures the views of Lake Geneva so well. There is truly nothing like it. Excellent photo opportunities everywhere you look. In addition to that, the staff that run the venue are hands down quality individuals. From their welcoming personalities to their attention to detail, they deliver exceptional customer service all the way through.
Jaffe, 4 years ago
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Nippersink on the Lake 

5.0

Genoa City, WI
  • Up to 350 guests
  • Select services
  • Indoor & outdoor

Hidden deep in the farmlands of Genoa City, Wisconsin, Nippersink features incredible views everywhere you look. From the outdoor gazebo overlooking our private Lake Tombeau to our spacious banquet hall with full room length windows sharing our picturesque landscape. Here at Nippersink on the Lake, you will receive nothing but exceptional service and attention to detail from the first meeting to the very last dance of the night! Nippersink on the Lake can host up to 350 wedding guests with scenic full room views of our private Lake Tombeau. The venue also provides a bridal suite on site for the bride and bridal party to relax and enjoy during the day. Engagement parties, bridal showers, rehearsal dinners, wedding ceremonies and receptions are all ideal on the Nippersink om the Lake.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Bridal suite on site
  • Full catering menu to choose from
  • Provides event staff

Venue considerations

  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Does not allow pets
  • No free parking
We could not have imagined a more perfect venue for our day. Everyone at Nippersink was beyond kind and helpful on the day of and for the entire year leading up to the wedding. Jaclyn was a dream to work with. She answered all of my many questions and was so flexible and accommodating. She always responded very promptly and went above and beyond in answering any questions or requests. Paul, the owner, and his wife were equally helpful and kind. I loved how personable their entire family was. My now husband and I kept saying throughout the whole wedding planning process how lucky we were to find Nippersink. Some examples of how they went above and beyond: buying my favorite flavored water and Malibu to use as a signature drink, allowing us to add on an appetizer a week before the wedding, sending us pictures of all of the available decor to use (they have so many great options available!), giving us the nicest gift day of, being flexible in the rehearsal dinner timing, and allowing us to have our ceremony at the venue with only 4 months notice when our church fell through. Besides their family being the sweetest, they have created such a wonderful space! The new wooden tables and chairs are gorgeous, the hotel was just redone, the grounds are beautiful and the food was delicious. We have gotten SO many compliments from guests about how much they loved the venue and were told from a guest it was the best wedding food they’ve ever had! We truthfully could not have had a better experience and we are so thankful to everyone at Nippersink on the Lake for that! Five stars just isn’t enough!
Kylie C., 10 months ago
Stoughton Country Club 
Stoughton, WI
  • Up to 150 guests
  • Select services
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $3,000

Stoughton Country Club is an ideal location for your party, banquet, or wedding. Our goal is to make your event a memorable experience by providing you with exceptional food and service in our attractive, private setting on the shore of beautiful Lake Kegonsa. Our main dining and reception room will accommodate groups of up to 150 guests. Our Lake Kegonsa Room on the lower level has a full-service bar and will comfortably seat 75 guests. Our service-oriented staff will happily assist you in planning your upcoming event.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Provides event staff
  • Both indoor and outdoor options
  • Provides catering services

Venue considerations

  • On-site parking not available
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Does not allow pets
The Fort Atkinson Club Community Center 
Fort Atkinson, WI
  • Up to 150 guests
  • Raw space
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $2,000

The Fort Atkinson Club’s beautiful patio with stunning views of the Rock River and downtown Fort Atkinson is the perfect backdrop for your wedding day. We can host your wedding ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception all in one beautiful and convenient location. Our helpful, flexible, and knowledgeable staff are here to help you make your special day as unique as the love you share with your fiancé.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Offers convenient lodging options
  • Provides lighting and sound
  • Raw space for complete customization

Venue considerations

  • Not for you if you are drawn to more unconventional venues
  • Does not allow pets
  • No in-house catering options
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The East Side Club 
Madison, WI
  • Up to 250 guests
  • Select services
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $1,000

Steeped in a rich history of tradition and community involvement, the East Side Club has long been the gathering place for the community. With its stunning panoramic views of the Madison skyline and the Capitol’s dome along the shores of Lake Monona, the East Side Club offers a wide range of choices for any banquet, corporate meeting, wedding, anniversary, fundraiser, business or social event.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Space for a large guest list
  • Has a relaxed and casual vibe
  • Flexible event spaces

Venue considerations

  • No on-premises lodging options
  • No all-inclusive dining options
  • Does not allow pets
Bishops Bay Country Club 
Middleton, WI
  • Up to 300 guests
  • Select services
  • Outdoor

Say " I Do" with the best views! Experience the luxury, beauty, and award winning culinary creations of Bishops Bay Country Club for the wedding of your dreams! Bishops Bay Country Club is the Madison area's Premier Private club located in Middleton, Wisconsin. We would love to host your wedding ceremony and reception on the shores of Lake Mendota. Our experienced staff will work with you one-on-one to ensure your special day is everything you dreamed it to be. Bishops Bay Country Club prides itself on gourmet dishes, customizable venue, and breathtaking views of the Madison Capitol skyline! We would love to chat about your dream day and what it could look like at Bishops Bay!

Why you'll love this venue

  • Full catering menu to choose from
  • Handles all cleanup logistics
  • Surrounded by nature

Venue considerations

  • No on-site guest accommodations
  • Does not have a dance floor
  • Not wheelchair accessible

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About wedding venues in Shirland, IL

How much do wedding venues typically cost in Shirland, IL?

The cost of a wedding venue varies widely by location, number of guests, and many other details of the wedding package. Shirland, IL offers a range of options that can fit most budgets. Raw venue space rentals (which only include the space itself) start at $125 and average $2,000. All-inclusive packages start at $350 and average $3,000.

What types of venues can I find in Shirland, IL?

Shirland offers a wide range of venues, including Ballroom, Barn and ranch and Historic estate.

What are some of the best wedding and reception venues available in Shirland, IL?

Some of the most popular venues in this area include The Pavilion at Orchard Ridge Farms, Chestnut Mountain Resort and Chapel In The Pines Wedding And Banquet Center. But just like finding "the one," finding the perfect wedding venue takes time and a little bit of magic. Start by envisioning your dream wedding - the ambiance, style, and location. Then, explore our extensive collection of carefully curated wedding venues. Our marketplace provides detailed information, stunning photos, and real couples' reviews to help you make an informed decision. Trust your instincts, and when you find that venue that gives you butterflies, you'll know it's the one.

What questions should I ask when booking a venue in Shirland, IL?

It all depends on what you're looking for, but you may want to consider things like whether the venue has an on-site bridal suite (56% in Shirland do) or whether the venue provides an event coordinator (33% in Shirland do!).

Additionally, some venues work with certain caterers and require a minimum food and beverage spend in addition to the space rentals. Others might have a recommended list of preferred caterers that they'd like you to work with.

Can the venues in Shirland, IL accommodate both small and large weddings?

Of course! Small wedding venues in Shirland, IL can host intimate parties while large venues can accommodate up to 460. The average venue in Shirland can seat 100 guests.

What amenities do the reception venues in Shirland, IL offer?

The venues in Shirland, IL are known for the exceptional suite of services and amenities offered to couples and their wedding parties. The most common services provided are Dressing room / Bridal Suite, Wi-Fi and Clean up. Some venues even offer Transportation!

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