Danes Hall of Waupaca

Danes Hall of Waupaca is a restored historic event venue in the heart of Waupaca, Wisconsin. Built in 1894 and reopened as an event venue in 2019, the building combines distinctive heritage character with practical facilities for modern celebrations and gatherings.

The venue offers several spaces that can be booked separately or together. The Grand Ballroom provides an elegant setting for wedding ceremonies, receptions, dinners, dances, live performances, lectures and larger meetings. It can accommodate up to 150 guests for a seated dinner and up to 200 people in theatre-style seating. The ballroom features a historic Steinway grand piano, balcony access for photographers, a bar area and attractive period details.

For smaller occasions, the Main Level, also known as the Clock Room, can host dinners, showers, team meetings and lectures for groups of up to around 40 people. It includes a kitchenette suitable for buffets and desserts, historic furnishings, a private dressing room and access to an antique piano. The Granite Cellar offers a more relaxed atmosphere for groups of up to 40 guests, with exposed granite walls, a wooden bar, comfortable seating and smart televisions.

Danes Hall also provides access to an outdoor plaza with tables, chairs, umbrellas, fire tables and heaters. Wedding hire can include the entire three-level building, outdoor space, room set-up, tables, chairs, linens, audio equipment, wireless microphones, a projector, Wi-Fi, bar service and event staff. The venue has an elevator, modern washrooms, a coat room and live-streaming capabilities, making it suitable for weddings, business events, reunions, graduation parties, anniversaries, birthdays, recitals and private celebrations.