Valentine’s Day Celebration

From our wedding receptions of the past, surprise engagements on brewery tours, to first dates turned into lifelong commitments, there is no shortness of love found here at Lakefront Brewery. That’s why we like to take Valentine’s Day to allow couples to celebrate their relationships in a variety of ways.

For our 10th year, we are offering our all-in-one, affordable, and memorable wedding ceremonies and vow renewals in our Lakefront Chapel. Whether you’re looking to actually tie the knot, or simply renew your vows, we’re accepting reservations to do either one ($30). Time slots will be available all day long on Friday, February 14th. Ceremonies and renewals will last approximately 5 to 10 minutes. Upgrades from local makers and artisans including bouquets and boutonnieres from Feisty Flowers, professional photography by Samer Ghani, a set of 2 locally-made personalized pint glasses, a table reservation, and even a mini wedding cake. Upgrades are not required, experiences can be kept as simple and/or private as you would like.

SOME NOTES:
  • Expect a call from us to firm up all the fine details.
  • Couples are more than welcome to bring guests but we will be limited by the amount of space available. Please call ahead with any special requests and we will do our best to meet the needs of those celebrating with us that day. (414-292-0808)
  • Ceremonies/renewals before 3PM will have first come, first served seating available in our Beer Hall for all guests. Purchasing a table reservation when booking secures a table (includes drinks).
  • Our kitchen closes from 3PM to 4PM to switch over to our Friday night fish fry.
  • Ceremonies/renewals after 4PM will have a side room available for you and your guests before/after your booking. Our Beer Hall will be reserved for our Friday night fish fry. Purchasing a table reservation when booking secures a table at our fish fry (includes drinks). After 4PM, all guests without a reservation must check in at the host stand.
  • Our practiced, ordained officiants will be prepared to make your day special and comfortable, ensuring everyone feels safe and welcome. Your assigned officiant will place a call to you ahead of your ceremony/renewal to ensure everything is done to your liking.
  • We require a proper marriage license if booking a ceremony. Vow renewals require no paperwork.
    (see the FAQ below for more information regarding the license)
Book Your Wedding Ceremony OR Vow Renewal

We also offer a Date Night in Bernie Brewer’s Original Chalet from County Stadium all week long. Reserve 90 minutes to dine with your loved one with table-served food & drink.

Our Hop House Experience is also available in the evenings every day of the week. Reserve a private dining experience on the Riverwalk for 90 minutes with your loved one(s).

Every year, plenty of folks stop in just to witness the love in the air, come on down and grab some food and beverage.

Mass Vow Renewals

Like in years past, Owner and President Russ Klisch will be presiding over two FREE mass vow renewals. Join us at 12PM or 6PM for this very special and one-of-a-kind experience on Valentine’s Day! Enjoy a free beer in hand during the special moment. No reservation or ticket is required.

A First Dance…Again

Since Valentine’s Day falls on a Friday this year, the Brewhaus Polka Kings (who play from 5pm-8pm every Friday), will be providing a “first dance” to all couples during our Fish Fry at 5PM, 6PM, and 7PM. No reservation or ticket is required. If you’d like to be seated during our fish fry, please check in with our host stand or make a reservation.

Ceremony/Vow Renewal FAQ

Yes, you will need a proper marriage license. Applications take a minimum of 1 week to be processed, so please prepare accordingly. Any state license is valid in Milwaukee County. Use Lakefront Brewery’s address (1872 N Commerce St, Milwaukee, WI 53212), phone number (414-372-8800), and the name Russ Klisch as your officiant when filling out your application.

Of course! We welcome it. Feel free to have one of your guests utilize a device to allow more family/friends to witness the occasion. We’re happy to help!

Yes, but we do recommend our photographer as an affordable and high-quality option. As in years past, photos will be received in a timely manner following Valentine’s Day. To see some of Samer’s work, click HERE.

Before 3PM, all seating in the Beer Hall will be first come, first served. Our longest tables comfortably seat 16 and we have many of them. You’re welcome to send someone in early to reserve some space. Purchasing a table reservation (includes drinks) during the booking process will secure a table for the couple and up to 4 guests.

After 4PM, our Beer Hall will be reserved for our Friday night fish fry. Purchasing a table reservation (includes drinks) during the booking process will secure a table for the couple and up to 4 guests. Without a reservation, all guests must check in with the host stand. We will have a room available for all Valentine’s Day guests before/after the ceremony or vow renewal.

We ask that all couples arrive in a timely manner. Showing up late may result in issues with the day’s schedule. Therefore, we may have to hold your ceremony off for an undetermined amount of time or reschedule for another time. Please arrive about 5-10 minutes early.

Of course, but in general, we ask that couples show up about 5-10 minutes before their ceremony/vow renewal. We will likely have multiple couples/groups here and want to make sure we can keep our entrance clear.

We ask that you upgrade your reservation while booking. We will do our best to accommodate upgrades after booking but cannot promise anything as we will need to order everything ahead for delivery by Valentine’s Day.

Yes, one at 12PM and one at 6PM. Stop on by and enjoy a free beer in hand during this special moment. No reservation or ticket is required, come on down!

We will also be hosting a “First Dance” for all couples during our Friday night fish fry with music brought to you by the Brewhaus Polka Kings. These will occur at 5PM, 6PM, and 7PM.