I got to go for an event here and it was spectacular. I don't have any big events coming for…read moremyself, but if I did, I'd be renting this space out! The venue is a beautiful open space, with high ceiling and a bar area. You can set up a dance floor, buffet, and tables to your liking, but the space is quite large, so plenty of room for your inspirations. Bathrooms are specking clean, totally classy. There are 2 waiting/powder rooms, beautiful and decked out with mirrors and chairs. The high ceilings create beautiful acoustics with the band playing. Just charming. Lighting is warm and bright, inviting but not glaring. You could dress the place up or down to your liking, and there are lots that your imagination would love to play with here. I didn't check on the price for renting the space, but I'm sure they are pretty reasonable.

The Gage is a beautiful venue for any gathering. There is a full bar on the main level and a…read moresmaller bar on the upper level. There is plenty of seating on the main floor and a patio area on the upper floor. The staff is very nice. Drinks and food are very good.

The venue itself is nothing special. The event we attended…read morefelt rushed and not very welcoming. The parking instructions on the website are horrendous. The restaurant next door had the worst service I've experienced in years. I hope to never go back...

I thoroughly enjoyed my time intermixing yoga wellness with playful, adorable puppies. Phenomenal…read moreenergy! Great fun! A cool music Playlist for our yoga session. At times a bit of a challenge to partake in a single standing leg yoga pose while puppies are nipping at the seam of my socks. At one point, 3 puppies decided to tag team me as I laid flat on my yoga mat. As I attempted to create a calming pose and center myself...the puppies decided they had other plans for me. My hair bun became undone by a puppy tug as I simultaneously almost lost a pearl earring to another puppy. As I laid flat, I gently pulled one of the puppies onto my chest for cuddles and I received a kiss. They had great fun with playing tug of war with my yoga towel. There was a photographer capturing candid shots of us with the puppies. We were offered assistance with taking pictures on our phones. A few of us were handed puppies by one of the puppy assistants. The staff was great with sanitizing any spills from the puppies. Toward the end of the session, I noticed the puppies tired themselves out and were being cradled by a few attendees. Genius idea of puppy yoga!

The Grain Exchange Room is a stunning event space in downtown Milwaukee located in the historical…read moreMackie Building. With ceiling stretching at least three stories high and tons of gorgeous architectural touches, this space would make a stunning backdrop to any event. The space is big enough for 500 guests at a cocktail style event or 350 seated. They're associated with the Bartolotta Restaurant group, who offer catering for events. A truly elegant space for large events.

This is an absolutely incredible space. It feels like Rome in the venue! Barlotta Catering prepared…read morehigh-quality food. The chicken was the best chicken I've had at a wedding. The root purée was silky and delicious. The steak was delicious as well. For appetizers, the mushroom risotto balls are out of this world! The staff is attentive and accommodating. This is an excellent venue for a wedding!

Chef Jack's catered a wedding we went to on New Year's Eve. The food was amazing! I reached out to…read morethe bride the next day needing to know where the food came from. The pasta salad was delicious. The penne Mac and cheese was a definite favorite. There was a green bean, asparagus, tomato side that was very good. Chicken wrapped in puff pastry and beef tips, all fantastic! Hoping to go to another event that has them or use them for something myself! All so good!

Chef Jack's was our caterer for our wedding on 11/9, and they were the perfect choice. At our…read moretasting, the team put together an amazing meal filled with numerous appetizers, two main courses, two sides, and a sweet treat. You MUST do the grilled cheese and tomato soup shooters, they were a hit! Chicken en croute is also a must for the main dish. We are still dreaming of that meal. Our guests complimented the food all night and for weeks after the wedding. Somehow it was even better than the original tasting. Candy was our lead from Chef Jack's, and she was incredible, coming out often to check on us and the flow of the room overall. They were incredibly accommodating to any and all allergies and dietary restrictions that we had with our guests, and not a single person was unable to be fed, and for two of my guests who had been to weddings where they were unable to eat, this was important to me. I would recommend Chef Jack's over and over again!

We went to a candlelight Christmas event here and it was soooo beautiful- magical. The venue is…read moregorgeous and with all of the candles it was breathtaking

Can't say enough good things about the St James! Beautiful venue for any kind of event, especially…read morea wedding! The chairs are comfortable, the lighting is romantic, and the vibes are immaculate!

What a gorgeous place for a wedding! I know this building probably has super rich history but I…read moredidn't really get too much info on that. All I know is that one of my dearest, best friends from FL got married here and I was honored to be part of the ceremony and celebration! When we went in for the rehearsal my first thought was man, I shoulda brought my wedding shoes to practice up and down the stairs. Well, for all my nerves and lack-o-balance, surprisingly it was fine on the wedding day. I really liked the center stairs leading to the stage and in the back of the room was a gorgeous balcony! It's so hard to picture the actual thing when it's just rehearsal but I felt as though it didn't need much visualization. Behind the stage area was 4 small dressing rooms which was perfect for us to get ready, into dresses and final touches (we had already done all our hair and makeup at home) There is also toilets in the little rooms which was SUPER. My friend's grand entrance was from the upper balcony (where there really is no hiding space) and the rest of us were walking from the side stairs going down to the first level (where the cocktail hour would be) Right after the ceremony, we did group photos while the staff transformed the room from service to party. They did a wonderful job and very efficient to make sure that everything was set and ready to go. This is such a beautiful place for a party (cocktail hour downstairs with the sitting space in front of the 2 fireplaces was also excellent) I really couldn't imagine a better place to have an indoor wedding. VERY intimate yet with enough space to spread out. Staff was amazing. It was a perfect venue for the perfect day. 31day Yelp Challenge 7/31

So. Being an event manager, planning my wedding was not easy...I have very high expectations, and…read morenot a super high budget to match. So what do you do?? How do you find the perfect wedding venue?? Well - we stumbled upon the Renaissance Place. And they were one of the more expensive venues. However, they weren't a hotel (which was important for me), and the building's character was just breathtaking. After visiting 100 more options, we decided, this will have to do. Then we met Mike. And from there, our wedding just soared!! He was so helpful in explaining the different ways to utilize the venue, helped me understand how my guests would be accommodated throughout the day and assisted me with any questions or concerns that came up during the planning process. He was extremely responsive and made me feel like I was the only wedding he had this summer (which I knew was far from the truth) Come the day of the wedding, I was completely comfortable handing him all the details and logistics ... and then I could focus on me and my husband. We had A BLAST!! Every one of my guests commented on how much they just loved the venue, how the staff was so friendly and went above and beyond to make each person feel important. Our day was absolutely perfect. And I can't imagine how I could have enjoyed it if it weren't for Mike and the Renaissance Place. We are forever thankful for the memories that will last us a lifetime!!

I've been to the Ivy House at least a dozen times over the past few years for various events…read moreranging from Milwaukee Makers Markets to wedding receptions to private dinners, and my experience is always excellent! The staff is very helpful and friendly, and the venue is beautifully decorated and always very clean. I would recommend Ivy House as a great venue for any special event.

I've worked multiple weddings at The Ivy House, and it's incredible! As the owner of Beauty…read moreUnveiled by Tia, a premier on-location hair and makeup company, I love this stunning venue with its lush greenery, cascading ivy, cream city brick, abundant natural light, and chic industrial vibe that makes every bridal look pop. The ivy-covered patio is a dream for outdoor moments! Highly recommend!

I attended an organized networking event on an evening at Oconomowoc Lake Club. I thought that the…read morevenue was the perfect layout for a large event. There was enough room for everyone to move around, sit and of course grab a place at the bar. The view of the lake is absolutely spectacular. I would imagine a wedding here would be fabulous! The catered food had a wonderful variety for all types of dietary restrictions and there was plenty of it! The waitstaff was kind and helpful. There was always someone within arms length to pick up plates, bring silverware, answer questions etc. My only complaint is how rude the parking attendants were. I understand that there's valet, but if I want to park my own car, I believe I have that right. Overall - Great place!

If you're in the Lake Country area and looking for a wedding, I highly recommend Oconomowoc Lake…read moreClub. My sister got married here in Oct/2012 and the place was perfect. Great views on the shores of the lake. Wedding took place upstairs, dinner downstairs and dancing/reception upstairs. While this sounds complicated, it worked great! The wedding setup was very nice and immediately after the ceremony, the bar opened as well as the deck overlooking the lake. All on the upstairs. This provided time for the dinner service to get setup below. Once downstairs, the meal service was very organized and the food was great! While dinner service went along, the DJ wand reception setup occurred above. No distraction at any time during the evening by the vendors. Not sure the capacity, but I would assume 100-150 would be a comfortable wedding here.