Frequently Asked Questions
We have listed FORTY FAQs to give you as much info as possible!
Do I need a scheduled tour or can I just stop by?
We kindly request that all tours be by appointment only. You can request a tour here.
Do you host open houses?
Yes! We enjoy hosting open houses and love it when we host new or booked couples. Our open houses are the perfect time for our booked couples to come by to show their families, meet with vendors, plan decor, etc. Since we are frequently hosting events or doing private tours, our open houses are the only times available to come back to the space prior to your rental date/dates.
When is the next open house?
You can see our open house schedule here. Simply navigate to the “venue open house” option in our tour calendar.
What is your venue capacity?
Our capacity is 299.
What is your rental fee?
You can see our fully transparent pricing here.
What dates are available?
You can see our most recently updated availability list here.
Can we have a winter wedding?
No. We consider ourselves an outdoor venue so we offer weddings from the first Friday in May to the last Saturday in October.
We plan to do the ceremony off-site, do we get a discount?
Since we only do one event per day, we keep our pricing consistent no matter how long you plan to be on-site.
Are there any costs outside of the rental fee?
While there are no hidden fees or costs in what we offer, we do require three additional services.
Venue Insurance which is typically about $200 through a third-party company
$250 cleaning fee which covers all trash disposal and professional cleaning of the space after your event.
$275 Security Guard fee.
Can you tell me more about the security guard?
We have a security guard that wears a Danzinger Vineyards Polo. He blends in with our staff, is very friendly and by no means an intimidating presence. His duties are to ensure safety of our staff and all of your guests. We go through this in much greater detail during our tour together.
How do I reserve a date?
After touring and reviewing our contract together - we ask for a signed contract with both of your signatures as well as a 50% deposit.
When are the payments due?
The first 50% is due at the time of reserving your date. The final 50% is due 90 days prior to your event.
What form of payments do you accept?
We accept Cash, check, and a variety of electronic payments.
What time will I have access to the venue to decorate?
The day of your rental you will have full access to all of our offered spaces from 8 am - Midnight.
If you choose a two-day package, you will have access on the day prior from 8 am - 7 pm.
Can you tell me more about the two-day package?
Our two-day package is a nice perk for our couples that choose to host their wedding on a Friday. The additional day you receive with the two-day package, Thursday, is a great day to set up decor and host a rehearsal/grooms dinner. (More about pricing here). While your wedding day provides you with access from 8 am - Midnight, you will have access from 8 am - 7 pm on Thursday.
If we choose a single-day option, will we have access to the venue early to set up or do a rehearsal?
No. Since we host weddings on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays there is no availability to get in early.
What are the responsibilities of your venue on my wedding day?
While we want to help with everything, for us to be the best at what we do, we can’t stretch ourselves too thin. The responsibilities of our venue crew are to provide a beautiful space that is set up with tables and chairs, is clean, and provide fantastic bar service throughout the entire night. Anything outside of these responsibilities will need to come from additional vendors or family and friends.
What time does the music need to end?
We have a noise ordinance in Alma that requires all music to be off by 10:30 pm. Your access to the space remains until midnight to remove all of your decor and belongings. All non-essential guests must be off property by 11 pm.
Do you include a wedding day coordinator?
There is no coordinator included, nor do we require one. However, we do highly recommend hiring a coordinator. We do have a great recommendation for you here.
What time do you suggest we start the ceremony?
We typically recommend around 4 pm.
We are using a rental company for decor or furniture, can they drop off or pick up items outside of our rental period?
No, since we do weddings Friday, Saturday and Sunday, we cannot allow any early or late access out of respect to our previous, or next couple. We will give you that same respect.
Can we have fireworks on the property?
No. For safety reasons, no fireworks!
Since tables are provided, what are they?
We have custom 8’ wood harvest tables that are a perfect complement to our stunning white space and any decor style that you choose. We also have 6-foot round plastic tables if you prefer round tables. With round tables, we cap the capacity at 225 since rounds take up so much more space.
Do you provide linens?
We do not provide linens. Most of our couples agree that our harvest tables are not something you want to cover, but you can if you choose. Our 6 foot round tables are something you will want linens for. Either way, we invite you to provide whatever suits your needs.
How many people can fit at each table?
Our wood rectangle tables can comfortably fit 8, while the round tables can fit 10.
Are candles allowed?
Yes, however, all melting wax must be contained.
Do you allow dogs on-site to be a part of our wedding day?
Yes, we allow up to two dogs but they must always be attended to, always on leash, picked up after, and never in a space where food is being served.
Do you have enough parking on-site to accommodate a full-capacity wedding?
Yes, no problem at all.
Can our guests leave their vehicles overnight?
Safety is the most important thing for us at Danzinger Vineyards. While we prefer that people have a plan in place to have a sober driver for each car on-site, we know plans can change. Please don’t allow anyone to drive under the influence. All cars must be off-site by 11 am on the day after your wedding.
Does the winery remain open?
Yes. The winery will remain open to the public at all times. Your venue will remain private for your event, but we do encourage all of your guests to enjoy and experience everything the winery has to offer. Most of our couples love that their guests can arrive early and enjoy the afternoon. Some couples even open the bar tab for wine tasting before their wedding starts!
Can our guests come early?
Yes! Host your wedding in a place that can become a destination for your friends and family for years. Many guests get here many hours early to relax and taste wine prior to the wedding starting.
What is the event clean-up process like?
Simple! Please just grab your decor, flowers, and belongings, and let us take care of the rest. The $250 cleaning fee takes care of this. ****Caterer is responsible for clearing plates after dinner.
Are there bar, food, or guest minimums?
No! We will never dictate your budget.
Do we have to use a specific caterer?
No! We are open to any caterer who holds a food license in the State of WI. We have great recommendations here.
Do we have to utilize your bar service?
Yes. Since we hold a full liquor license (wine, beer and liquor) off-site service or purchases are not allowed.
Can we buy our own alcohol for your bartenders?
No. For legal purposes all alcohol must be provided and served by us. No exceptions.
Are outside food and snacks allowed?
Yes, but only before the ceremony. You can have off-site snacks in the suites, but not in the main event areas.
How far in advance do you need our headcount?
30 days before your event.
How far in advance do you need our bar selections?
30 days before your event.
How far in advance do you need our table layout?
30 days before your event.