Special Spaces — 10 Unusual Wisconsin Venues Visitors Love

Booking an unusual venue for your corporate meeting or gathering will bring new life to the occasion, energize your attendees, and make for a memorable event they’ll talk about long after it’s over. To keep your board room from turning into a bored room, start by looking at booking any of these 10 unusual Wisconsin venues your visitors will love:

Badger Farms, Deerfield

Not only does Badger Farms boast gorgeous special events facilities with rustic charm, it is also a 500-acre working farm. The Barn is a newly renovated 1920s barn with vaulted ceilings and large windows. The Shop is an enclosed pavilion with ceiling fans, chandelier, and unobstructed views. Full kitchen facilities are available for the use any of the recommended local caterers.

Green Lake Conference Center, Green Lake

Beautiful destination conference center offers multiple meeting spaces with magnificent views of Green Lake.  Hiking trails, soccer fields, indoor basketball courts, rope courses with zip line, nationally-ranked area golf courses, and a 9-hole disc golf course make this the ideal spot to meet and relax.

Wilderness Resort, Wisconsin Dells

Escape to the wilderness at this 600-acre Wisconsin Dells Waterpark resort.  Four indoor and four outdoor waterparks, go-kart trail, lazer tag, Cyvrspace Virtual Arena, Sky Ropes Course, bumper boats, mini-golf, spa, golf, and a variety of lodging and dining options, will make your group’s stay unforgettable.

Algoma Club, Oshkosh

Invite your team to enjoy the unique atmosphere of the Algoma Club. The historic venue features three different spaces for up to 240 guests. Ornate millwork, stained glass windows, chandeliers, ten-foot tall windows, authentic wood floors, and marble fireplace are just a few of the architectural details that make this the meeting and event facility the one you’ve been looking for.

Apostle Island Cruises, Bayfield

Offering a wide range of cruises, the fleet of comfortable yachts and boats are available for group tours and private charters. Choose from the scenic Grand Tours, Shipwrecks, Sea Caves, and Lighthouse Tours, Recreation Shuttles, and more. Explore the beauty of the Wisconsin shorelines and the tranquility of sailing calm waters while enjoying gorgeous scenery, wild life, and historic sites.

The Abbey Resort & Avani Spa, Lake Geneva

The exquisite resort is the only full-service resort on the shores of Lake Geneva. Featuring 90 acres of beautifully manicured grounds, lake-inspired guest rooms, on-site dining, fitness center, indoor/outdoor pools, hot tub, boat rentals, on-site ice-skating rink, walking and jogging trails, bike rentals, and spa, your team will experience a get-away like no other.

Irish Barn at Whistling Straits, Kohler

One of the area’s most unique venues, the Irish Barn at Whistling Straits is a distinctive fieldstone barn with exposed east side overlooking the golf course and Lake Michigan. Rustically elegant, the venue offers multiple spaces, including the Gazebo Courtyard, for either formal or casual gatherings.  

Vennebu Hill Wedding Barn & Event Venue, Lake Delton

Come back to nature at this unique, rustic, and stylish venue. Stunning views overlook the Baraboo Buffs and Wisconsin River. Unique event spaces in this secluded, year-round facility offer a variety of ways for your group to gather and experience the beauty of the Wisconsin countryside.

Milwaukee Museum of Art, Milwaukee

The spectacular architectural masterpiece hugs the shores of Lake Michigan and is, in and of itself, a incredible work of art. The museum caters to events of all sizes, utilizing the unique museum spaces such as the cathedral-like Windhover Hall. With over 30,000 works of art in its collection, this is a can’t-miss space for your next event.

EAA Aviation Center, Oshkosh

The Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) Aviation Center offers a host of unique spaces for your group. From the Air Academy Lodge with conference space, guest rooms, and outdoor activities, to the Eagle Hangar that houses WWII aircraft as a nostalgic backdrop, this is one venue that will send your event soaring to new heights.