Weddings & Events

Events and Weddings As Unique as You

Picture your wedding, gala or event in a gorgeous indoor/outdoor venue with crisp linens, a dark cherry wood bar, sparkling crystal and polished, professional service.

The Kestrel Ridge reception space features stunning chandeliers, a huge private deck with views overlooking the golf course and seating for up to 250. Plus, our extensive menu can be customized to fit any taste or budget.

We will assign you a day-of coordinator to allow your focus to remain on celebrating, and included in all event packages is use of our outside ceremony space at no extra charge. With more than 15 years of wedding planning experience, our staff is equipped and ready to help you plan your dream day!

Nickie Klahn

Wedding and Events Planner

Whether you’re planning your dream wedding or next group outing, you’ll have the opportunity to collaborate with our wonderful clubhouse manager and event coordinator, Nickie Klahn!

Nickie has over 25 years of experience in the hospitality industry and brings dedication, passion and a detail-oriented approach to each and every event. Her favorite part about her role at Kestrel Ridge Golf Course is cultivating an experience that supersedes everyone’s expectations.

Because of Nickie’s extensive professional experience, creativity and dependability, we’re sure that you’ll make memories to last a lifetime here at Kestrel Ridge!

Why Choose Kestrel Ridge?

• Extraordinary Receptions – Our gorgeous indoor reception venue will set the stage for your perfect wedding – with year-round availability! We’ll welcome your party of up to 250 guests with a gorgeous private bar, inviting fireplace and private deck.

• Memorable Ceremonies – Say “I do” in our stunning outdoor ceremony space just steps from the main ballroom. Overlooking manicured meadows, this area can also serve as additional dinner seating or a cocktail reception area with breathtaking views.

• Convenient Location – Conveniently located 20 minutes northeast of Madison, Kestrel Ridge is a short trip for all local guests. It is also an easy drive from both the Dane County Regional Airport and General Mitchell International Airport in Milwaukee.

• On-site Wedding & Events Planner – Leave the details to our experienced wedding and events planner, Nickie Klahn. She will ensure every detail is meticulously planned and executed so you can simply enjoy your celebration and make memories.

• Staff Trained in the Art of Hospitality – Our talented and professional staff, including our hospitality team and banquet staff, is committed to making every moment special for your guests.

• Delicious Food & Beverage – Our world-class culinary team can create a mouthwatering menu from scratch – fitting any taste or budget.

• Completely Custom Events – No matter the size or occasion of your event, Kestrel Ridge Golf Course has an affordable package to suit your unique celebration.

The Kestrel Ridge Experience

Excellent

4.4

Based on 171 reviews

Cassie Mattila

2 months ago

My husband and I got married in August and Kestrel Ridge was the most amazing venue. Nickie was amazing to work with, she always answered emails promptly and was very transparent about things she’s seen work well at weddings vs not so well. Carrie was amazing to work with on our wedding day. She checked in regarding how my husband and I (as well as our parents) were doing and made sure we didn’t need anything from her throughout the day/night and she was always around if we had any questions or concerns! The food was beyond amazing! Multiple guests approached my husband and I to tell us how great dinner was, some people even wanted to get a second plate. The rest of the staff was amazing as well. Dinner tables were cleared promptly, the bar tenders were friendly and attentive. Our wedding day would not have been the same without the entire staff at Kestrel Ridge. They truly made our day perfect and we would recommend that anyone get married at Kestrel Ridge! Photos courtesy of Hillary Jean Photography+ Branding

Melissa Searvogel

2 months ago

Beautiful place for a wedding!!My son just got married there August 15th and was absolutely wonderful 💙

Emily Chaussee

8 months ago

We had such an amazing experience with Kestrel Ridge and absolutely recommend it to anyone planning a wedding. From the very beginning, Nickie and Kristina were wonderful to work with. They were so helpful, organized, and always made us feel supported throughout the planning process. Having them there made everything feel so much less stressful. On the day of the wedding, the staff was incredible. So many of our guests complimented how friendly and attentive everyone was. And the food was a huge hit! Chef Tori and her team in the kitchen did a fantastic job with the hors d’oeuvres and the meal. We heard over and over from our guests about how delicious everything was, which meant so much to us. Our day felt so smooth and special, and we’re incredibly grateful to the entire team for helping make our wedding everything we hoped it would be. We truly couldn’t have asked for a better experience.

Sami Schroeder

1 year ago

Kestrel Ridge is a beautiful wedding reception and ceremony venue. Their event space held our 130ish guests very comfortably and everyone had a great time. The reception ballroom has beautiful chandeliers and is painted with neutral gray colors to fit with any wedding color scheme. We were able to decorate the day before which made our wedding day much less stressful. Nicki, the event coordinator, was great to work with and met with us in person multiple times and each time she made us feel at ease about the day. She also did a great job directing people during our rehearsal and during the ceremony on the day-of. The food was delicious. We decided to do family style which gave everyone the opportunity to try both meal selections without having to walk through a buffet line. This made dinner faster and allowed us to get to the dance floor sooner. They also had a great bar service team! Overall, we had a great experience hosting our wedding at Kestrel Ridge.

Tim Williams

2 years ago

Our son was married on September 14th, 2024 and the reception was held at Kestrel Ridge Golf Course. This was our first family wedding and Nicki was easy to work with and made sure we were comfortable and informed on everything at the reception and dance. There were many food options to choose from and the chef did an amazing job preparing our choices for which we received many compliments. The wait staff did a great job making sure everyone was able to eat in a timely manner. The bartenders were very friendly and were accommodating to our guests. Overall we had an outstanding experience and would highly recommend using Kestrel for any event.

Brianna Kraft

3 years ago

I am a wedding photographer and photographed a wedding at Kestrel Ridge Golf Course in July 2023 and it was such a fun venue to work at! The reception space and the outdoor ceremony area overlook the golf course. I would definitely recommend booking your wedding here!

Laina R

3 years ago

My husband and I got married here in April and I would definitely recommend this venue!! Nickie was so helpful and made the wedding day completely stress free. The outdoor ceremony space and reception hall are beautiful and the food was amazing! So grateful for everyone at Kestrel!

Stacia Eastwood

4 years ago

My husband and I got married here on 9/10/22 and would definitely recommend it! The outdoor ceremony space is beautiful and the reception area has a large bar and patio attached to it. Everything was included with the space (tables, chairs, linens, etc) so we didn’t need to worry about renting anything. Nickie is the day of coordinator and was amazing to work with. Her expertise and communication made it as stress free as possible! The entire staff the day of were very helpful and friendly. They helped set everything up and took it all down for us to pick up the next day so we didn’t have to worry about anything the day of. And the food was amazing!! We received so many compliments on it (some even said it was the best wedding food they’ve ever had). I never had a doubt that my wedding day would be perfect thanks to this venue and the staff.

ASHLEY Gerth

4 years ago

Had a wedding here on 8/20/22. I couldn't be happier with how it turned out. Nickie Klahn and here staff are amazing. They got the outdoor ceremony space dried off so we could have or ceremony outside. The guests all loved the food, many went for seconds. Lots of guests commented on how beautiful the venue was. I'm so happy with how everything turned out.

Jami Steffen

4 years ago

We had our wedding here on 7/30/22. We loved everything about our day! Nickie was so accommodating and really helped relieve stress off this bride!!! We toured and we’re back within the week to book because we knew it was perfect for us! We were engaged & married in 9 months and everyone was so helpful with our timeline. The staff went above and beyond to make sure we knew exactly what was going on during the day & had everything ready for us. They packed everything for us to pick up sometime within the following few days but there was never any rush to get out! The place is gorgeous so there’s no need to go crazy on decor! If we had to do it all again, we’d choose kestrel ridge over and over!!

Rachel Fredrick

4 years ago

My husband and I got married here. It was absolutely beautiful! Nickie was amazing to work with, making sure things were done at the right time and walking us through the craziness of planning a wedding. The food was amazing, both rehearsal and reception dinner! Bartenders were fun and did really well working with the guests! We are so glad we chose Kestrel Ridge for our special day and will also gladly go back for the fish fry!

Allison Christian

5 years ago

The entire staff at Kestrel Ridge was amazing to work with! Nickie was so helpful through the entire process. She was responsive, helpful with all of the details, and extremely organized to work with. Kestrel Ridge handles so many of the little details you don't think about that it helps make the day go so smooth. Emily helped with our wedding day and she made everything flow seamlessly. The grounds are beautiful and the food was great. We got so many compliments on the venue as a whole. I would recommend Kestrel Ridge to anyone!

Kiley Wagner

9 years ago

We had our wedding there this Summer, What amazing people and the venue is beautiful! Thanks for all your help Lori! I would highly recommend this location for your special event. Also their Friday Night Fish Buffet Is AMAZING!!!