The Farm at Dover


Select services venue

The venue will provide the space, plus a few extras.

Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing

Starting at $6,200

Guest capacity

Up to 170 seated guests


About this venue

The Farm at Dover is a charming and elegant barn venue set on 20 scenic acres of gardens, forest, and meadows, just 75 miles north of Chicago and 35 miles from Milwaukee. Our fully restored 1880s barn features a cocktail space, reception mezzanine, multiple bars, and a deck overlooking the woods. The property also includes a pink Victorian bridal suite and two-story groom’s cabin. Couples can choose from two stunning outdoor ceremony spots, with an indoor option in case of rain. With vintage furniture, gorgeous lighting, a fire pit, and plenty of space to celebrate, The Farm offers a one-of-a-kind setting and exceptional service. Let us help you create the wedding of your dreams!


Our event spaces

Historic Barn

Charming and elegant two-story barn straight from a fairy tale.

Our 1880s, 4300 sq. ft. barn is fully restored with modern amenities, a lower-level cocktail space, an upper-level with a mezzanine for your reception, multiple bars, and a beautiful deck overlooking the forest.

Guest capacity

1-170 Seated

1-170 Standing

Square footage

4,300

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Engagement party, After party, Elopement

Guests often feel this space is

“Surprised and delighted”

Included in this room:

-Indoor and outdoor cocktail spaces -660 sq. ft. stone patio -Tables, chairs, vintage and accent furniture -Gorgeous lighting throughout the property -Parking for up to 100 cars -Private and intimate surroundings -Fire pit -Handicap accessibility -And more!

Room cost

Included in total venue pricing

Historic Barn

Charming and elegant two-story barn straight from a fairy tale.

Our 1880s, 4300 sq. ft. barn is fully restored with modern amenities, a lower-level cocktail space, an upper-level with a mezzanine for your reception, multiple bars, and a beautiful deck overlooking the forest.

Guest capacity

1-170 Seated

1-170 Standing

Square footage

4,300

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Engagement party, After party, Elopement

Guests often feel this space is

“Surprised and delighted”

Included in this room:

-Indoor and outdoor cocktail spaces -660 sq. ft. stone patio -Tables, chairs, vintage and accent furniture -Gorgeous lighting throughout the property -Parking for up to 100 cars -Private and intimate surroundings -Fire pit -Handicap accessibility -And more!

Room cost

Included in total venue pricing


Available services that can be provided by The Farm at Dover

Services & amenities

  • Bar services
  • Catering services
  • Clean up
  • Dance floor
  • Dressing room / Bridal Suite
  • Event coordinator
  • Event rentals
  • Event staff
  • Lighting/Sound
  • On-site accommodations
  • Service staff
  • Set up
  • Wheelchair accessible

Reviews

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Rating: 5.0

5.0 out of 5

2 reviews

  • AH

    Allie H.

    Rating: 5
    Jun 3, 2025

    The Most Magical Venue

    The Farm at Dover was the most magical venue for our wedding - we couldn't have chosen a better place. The Farm has so many stunning indoor and outdoor spaces to explore and we loved that the grounds were private for our day. The getting ready spaces are so fun and extremely convenient to have on-site. Every single detail was lovely and Tom and Juan are so easy to work with. The Farm will have a special place in our hearts for the rest of our lives. Thank you!

  • JJ

    Jill J.

    Rating: 5
    Jun 3, 2025

    We Love The Farm at Dover

    The venue is gorgeous: quaint, charming, and modern all at the same time. Tom and Juan are extremely accommodating and very responsive. We are so happy to have chosen The Farm at Dover.


All alcohol must be purchased through and served by The Farm at Dover.
Yes, we have parking for up to 80 cars. Main guest lot is the furthest driveway to the east marked by parking flags. Driveway at the barn is drop off only. Bride, Groom, and wedding party parking available next to the house (up to ten cars).
Yes. Our venue is ADA compliant. Our parking staff is happy to help transport anyone from our parking lot to the ceremony space via golf cart. Our barn has ramp access and handicap-accessible restrooms.
Our peak season runs from May through October, when our gardens are in full bloom and the natural beauty of the property provides the perfect backdrop for weddings.
The Farm at Dover is a seasonal venue and operates exclusively from May through October. We are closed for events from November through April.
We’re happy to hold your date for a couple of days following your tour while you make a decision. After that, a signed contract and 50% down payment is required to secure your date.
Our team is able to quickly transform the upper or lower level of the barn into an indoor ceremony space in the event of rain. If there is rain on your day, we wait as long as possible to make the decision to move your ceremony indoors, typically an hour or two before your ceremony. Following an indoor ceremony, we’ll then flip the space back during cocktail hour so it’s ready for your reception. There is no cost for a room flip. We are flexible and here to make your wedding day everything you imagined.
While we are primarily an outdoor venue and therefore can’t give a 100% bug-free guarantee, we spray regularly for mosquitos and do everything we can to keep bugs away. We rarely, if ever, have a problem with them at any of our weddings.
In order to maintain the historic integrity of our venue, the barn does not have heating or air conditioning. The barn has large, open-air windows and therefore typically is similar to the temperature of the outdoor air. The barn does have ceiling fans for cooling and an evaporative cooler on warmer days for the dance floor. We also bring in heaters when necessary in the cooler months, which warm the barn to 65 degrees. The bridal suite in the pink, Victorian house does have heating and air conditioning.
Yes, we love when our couples’ furry family members make a special appearance on their wedding day. Pets are allowed outside on our grounds for your ceremony, but are not permitted inside the barn. We recommend having them at your ceremony only.
Yes. The Victorian home on our property as well as our lake house rental, Dover at Eagle Lake, are available for overnight rentals by Farm at Dover couples only, depending on availability (we do not rent out the Victorian home on days when we have another wedding). Please contact us for availability.
Yes, of course! We love to hear about your plans and understand that it always helps to have a second or third look at the venue during your planning process. Please contact us to schedule a visit.
Yes. All of our couples are invited to schedule a one-hour rehearsal, based on availability. We also will schedule a final walkthrough one to one-and-a-half months prior to your wedding day where we discuss your plan for the day, draft a floor plan, and discuss your bar package selections.
Yes, depending on availability. Rehearsal dinners take place from 4 PM - 10 PM and are held in the lower-level of the barn which seats up to 50 guests. Pricing is $800 for the room rental plus food and bar charges. Catering must be from our list of preferred caterers. Please contact us for availability.
In most cases, yes, you are able to purchase additional time before the scheduled start time of your venue use. Local ordinances prohibit us from extending venue use past 11:30 PM. Please contact us about purchasing additional time at least 30 days prior to your wedding.
Yes, you may decorate or personalize the venue for your event. Decorations must comply with fire ordinances and may not be fastened to the walls with any means that would cause damage to the venue. To protect our historic venue, confetti, smoke machines, fireworks, and open flames (including lit candles) are not allowed. Flameless candles are permitted. Sparklers are allowed in our designated sparkler send-off area.
Set up is on the day of your wedding. If you have a Friday wedding, you are able to set up an hour prior to your rehearsal on Thursday.
Yes, you are able to bring your own food to the Bridal Suite and Groom’s Cabin. We do offer getting ready drink packages. Contact us to learn more!
Our staff will be on-site during your wedding day to set up tables and chairs, assist guests with parking, help keep the venue clean (including garbage removal) and ensure everything runs as smoothly as possible. Our bartending staff will manage the bars and serve guests. For any other day-of services, please refer to our list of preferred vendors.
We offer signature cocktails through our bar service. You can choose from our list of suggested drinks or design your own. Signature cocktails can be served outside following your ceremony to kick off cocktail hour, and/or served at the bar. Signature cocktails are charged per person.
Yes, we have refrigerated space available in the downstairs catering area.