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About The Venue - WI

Welcome to The Venue - WI, a historic event venue and banquet facility listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Located at 37 S Water St, Janesville, WI 53545, this multi-room venue is perfect for weddings, fundraisers, galas, corporate functions, and community gatherings.

With a total capacity of 10–350 across thoughtfully arranged spaces, The Venue offers flexible floor plans, including the Bower City Ballroom, The 1870’s Room, the Second Empire Room, and the Mezzanine Balcony. Each room is designed to maximize atmosphere and audience engagement, whether you’re hosting an intimate reception or a grand celebration.

We’ve got you covered for every detail—from on-site parking to convenient transit and nearby hotel options. Secure your seats or dates with ease, and let us help you plan a memorable event in this historic setting.

Rooms and capacities
The Venue comprises several distinct spaces with varying capacities: Bower City Ballroom up to 250 theater, 176 banquet, 160 classroom (56′ x 36′, ~2000 sq ft); The 1870’s Room up to 100 theater, 80 banquet; Second Empire Room up to 50 theater, 48 banquet; Mezzanine Balcony up to 75 theater. Floor plans and room-by-room seating details are available to ensure your event fits perfectly.

Parking and transportation
Free on-site parking is available. The venue is served by the Janesville Transit System (JTS). Downtown Transfer Center is at 123 S River St, providing six routes and paratransit options if needed.

Nearby hotels and dining
Plan your stay with ease using recommended partner accommodations and dining options nearby: Cobblestone Hotel & Suites Janesville (20 W Milwaukee St), Hampton Inn by Hilton Janesville (2400 Fulton St), TownePlace Suites Janesville. These partners offer convenient proximity to The Venue and value-added perks for event guests. Visit our affiliate partners for exclusive rates and reservations.

Notable uses
Ideal for weddings, corporate events, fundraisers, galas, and social gatherings. The venue’s floor plans are well-suited for fundraisers, holiday parties, class reunions, lectures, theatre style presentations, and more. We can help tailor the space to your activity and audience.

Booking help
We’re your connection to a dependable, straightforward ticketing and event planning process. Reach out to secure your date, explore room configurations, and coordinate with our partner hotels and restaurants for a seamless experience.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address: 37 S Water St, Janesville, WI 53545.
  • Total capacity: 10–350 people; per-room capacities: Bower City Ballroom up to 250 theater, 176 banquet, 160 classroom; The 1870’s Room up to 100 theater, 80 banquet; Second Empire Room up to 50 theater, 48 banquet; Mezzanine Balcony up to 75 theater.
  • Venue type: Historic event venue / banquet facility listed on the National Register of Historic Places; originally built as Court Street Methodist Church in the 1870s.
  • Floor plans/dimensions: Bower City Ballroom 56′ x 36′ (2000 sq ft); balcony/mezzanine levels; room-by-room seating/dimension details available.
  • Parking: Free parking on-site.
  • Transit: Served by Janesville Transit System (JTS); Downtown Transfer Center at 123 S River St; six routes; paratransit available.
  • Nearby hotels: Cobblestone Hotel & Suites Janesville (20 W Milwaukee St), Hampton Inn by Hilton Janesville (2400 Fulton St), TownePlace Suites Janesville (TownePlace by Marriott).
  • Notable events: Weddings, corporate events, fundraisers, galas, and other special events; floor plans note suitability for fundraisers, holiday parties, class reunions, lectures, theatre, and more.
  • Renamed/demolished: No; The Venue remains the active, current name in a historic building.