When we started planning our wedding, we envisioned an outdoor focused venue with a unique feel. We started looking at venues all over Michigan and Wisconsin and fell in love with Villa Terrace in Milwaukee. This venue checked all of the boxes of outdoor ceremony and reception space that transports you to the Italian countryside!
Yes! We will have a Welcome Party at The Brewery in the evening on Friday, October 10th. Please join us for appetizers and drinks. Feel free to stop by from 6-9 pm and stay as long as you would like! We will also have an After Party at Swingin' Door Exchange after the reception at 10:30 pm. There will be a shuttle available to take guests from Villa Terrace to Swingin' Door Exchange. Join us to keep the party going!
Our wedding will have a cocktail attire dress code. Gentlemen, please feel free to wear a suit or dress shirt with sport coat and tie. Ladies, please feel free to wear a midi- or knee-length cocktail dress, jumpsuit, or dressy separates. Please be mindful of the weather as our wedding will be outside. The ceremony, cocktail hour, and dinner reception will all be outdoors. In the event of rain, all events will be held in a covered, open-air courtyard.
Yes, we will have shuttles for transportation to and from The Westin and Villa Terrace. Please see the Travel section of our website for schedule and details.
Villa Terrace Decorative Arts Museum is a historic mansion located in a residential neighborhood on Milwaukee’s lakefront. There is no off-street parking at the museum; however, the museum has three parking spots for those with special needs located on the south end of the museum’s front driveway. At most times there is ample street parking. Please be aware of posted city parking regulations.
We politely request no children attend the ceremony and reception. Thank you in advance for understanding.
Appetizers: - Fish Fry Fritter (NF) - Mediterranean Artichoke Puff (V) - Steak Croustade with Goat Cheese (NF) - Roasted Pear Smoked Gouda Tartlet (V, NF) - Bacon Wrapped Chicken with Cranberry (GF) Main Course (served family style): - Haystack Salad - Herb Seared Chicken with Autumn Bruschetta (GF, DF, NF) - Braised Beef Short Rib with Bourbon Shallot Cream Sauce (GF, NF) - Sour Cream Chive Mashed Potatoes (GF, NF, V) - Brandy Glazed Carrots (GF, DF, NF, VE) Vegetarian Entree: Roasted Butternut Squash Ravioli