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Engine Company No. 3
Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing
Starting at $3,750
Guest capacity
Up to 250 seated guests
About this venue
Housed in a beautifully restored 1904 firehouse, Engine Company No. 3 is a premier Milwaukee landmark where historic soul meets modern, farm-to-table elegance. Featuring iconic Cream City brick, soaring windows, and industrial-chic details, this multi-level venue offers a warm, soulful atmosphere for weddings and rehearsal dinners. Beyond the stunning architecture, your celebration is elevated by a world-class, seasonal tapas menu and artisan cocktails. Whether you’re hosting an intimate ceremony or a lively dual-floor reception, this unique sanctuary provides a storied, "uniquely Milwaukee" backdrop for your most unforgettable moments.
Our event spaces
The First Floor
Historic firehouse charm and industrial warmth
Walking into the first floor of this beautifully renovated firehouse, guests are immediately greeted by the warmth of historic Cream City brick and industrial-chic charm. This level features a handsome full-service bar that serves as a natural gathering point for cocktail hours or intimate dinners. The space retains its authentic architectural soul while offering a polished, modern environment for celebrations. With its street-level access and open layout, it provides a welcoming introduction to the venue, perfect for transitioning from a romantic ceremony to a lively evening of farm-to-table tapas and artisan drinks.
Guest capacity
Up to 50 Seated
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, After party, Elopement, Other
Guests often feel this space is
“Luxurious and Chic”
The Second Floor
A light-filled sanctuary with historic soul
Ascend the stairs to the second floor, where the firehouse’s history truly shines through expansive windows and elevated views. This airy, light-filled level acts as the primary setting for larger wedding festivities, featuring its own dedicated full-service bar and a flexible floor plan. The combination of exposed brick and period-accurate details creates an atmospheric backdrop that requires very little additional décor. It is an ideal space for a grand family-style dinner or a high-energy dance floor, offering a sense of privacy and exclusivity away from the bustle of the street below.
Guest capacity
Up to 90 Seated
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, After party, Elopement, Other
Guests often feel this space is
“Luxurious and Chic”
The Patio
Secluded urban patio for alfresco cocktails
Tucked to the west of the building, the patio offers a breath of fresh air and a secluded outdoor escape in the heart of the city. This charming alfresco space is perfect for weather-permitting cocktail hours, where guests can enjoy appetizers and drinks under the open sky. Surrounded by the building's iconic brickwork and greenery, the patio provides a relaxed, urban-garden vibe that complements the historic interior. It serves as a versatile "bonus" space, allowing couples to offer their guests an outdoor moment for mingling before heading back inside for the main event.
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, After party, Elopement, Other
Guests often feel this space is
“Fun and Festive”
The First Floor
Historic firehouse charm and industrial warmth
Walking into the first floor of this beautifully renovated firehouse, guests are immediately greeted by the warmth of historic Cream City brick and industrial-chic charm. This level features a handsome full-service bar that serves as a natural gathering point for cocktail hours or intimate dinners. The space retains its authentic architectural soul while offering a polished, modern environment for celebrations. With its street-level access and open layout, it provides a welcoming introduction to the venue, perfect for transitioning from a romantic ceremony to a lively evening of farm-to-table tapas and artisan drinks.
Guest capacity
Up to 50 Seated
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, After party, Elopement, Other
Guests often feel this space is
“Luxurious and Chic”
The Second Floor
A light-filled sanctuary with historic soul
Ascend the stairs to the second floor, where the firehouse’s history truly shines through expansive windows and elevated views. This airy, light-filled level acts as the primary setting for larger wedding festivities, featuring its own dedicated full-service bar and a flexible floor plan. The combination of exposed brick and period-accurate details creates an atmospheric backdrop that requires very little additional décor. It is an ideal space for a grand family-style dinner or a high-energy dance floor, offering a sense of privacy and exclusivity away from the bustle of the street below.
Guest capacity
Up to 90 Seated
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, After party, Elopement, Other
Guests often feel this space is
“Luxurious and Chic”
The Patio
Secluded urban patio for alfresco cocktails
Tucked to the west of the building, the patio offers a breath of fresh air and a secluded outdoor escape in the heart of the city. This charming alfresco space is perfect for weather-permitting cocktail hours, where guests can enjoy appetizers and drinks under the open sky. Surrounded by the building's iconic brickwork and greenery, the patio provides a relaxed, urban-garden vibe that complements the historic interior. It serves as a versatile "bonus" space, allowing couples to offer their guests an outdoor moment for mingling before heading back inside for the main event.
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, After party, Elopement, Other
Guests often feel this space is
“Fun and Festive”
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