South Second
Open Concept Venue in the Heart of Walker’s Point
Since opening its doors in 2016, South Second has been bringing Milwaukee’s food and beverage districts together under one roof for an unforgettable experience, located in Milwaukee’s Walker Point neighborhood.
Its impressive interior honors the historic industrial character of the building while opening the space to the bustling nightlife of a vibrant neighborhood. And now, with the addition of a stunning outdoor patio and bar, guests can enjoy cocktails al fresco while soaking in the lively Walker’s Point atmosphere. Whether you’re hosting a modern wedding or an over-the-top corporate event, South Second’s open floor concept, combined with the outdoor bar experience, provides the perfect canvas for even the most inventive ideas.
INFO
838 South 2nd Street
Milwaukee, WI 53204
SouthSecond@Sazs.com
414.256.8765
CAPACITY
Seats up to 225 guests, accommodates 275 guests for standing reception
Outdoor seated: 225, Cocktail reception for an indoor/outdoor event: 300
AMENITIES
- NEW outdoor patio, balcony and bar!
- NEW additional reserved guest parking lot!
- Mezzanine lounge with bird’s eye view of your guests enjoying the festivities
- Dynamic indoor/outdoor space with floor-to-ceiling functional glass garage doors
- Private bridal retreat with refreshments
- Reserved parking for up to 10 VIP guests with additional parking options available
- Charismatic lighting elements indoors and out, including industrial-inspired Edison-style illumination
- Open-concept floorplan and mobile furnishings allow for endless design opportunities
- A dedicated event planner assigned to you from inquiry through day-of coordination
- Full-service event design – from décor to DJs, photography to print, and everything in between
- Accommodating service staff and professional, experienced bartenders
- Exclusive catering services provided by Saz’s Catering just steps away from your event
- Complimentary 66” round dining tables, stylish chairs and elegant linens
2025 Open Venue Tours
2025 Open Venue Tours
Looking to take a tour of our space? Come to our Open Venue Tours on the following dates from 5-7pm- no appointment needed.
Wednesday, April 9 from 5-7pm
Wednesday, May 14 from 5-7pm
Wednesday, June 4 from 5-7pm
Can’t wait to see it or none of those dates work for you? No problem- call us at (414) 256-8765 or email us at southsecond@sazs.com.
Photo Credit: Nikki Winter Photography
Expert planning and guidance from Saz’s Catering
Every event booked at South Second includes a dedicated event planner from inquiry through day-of coordination for a seamless planning experience, welcoming service staff and professional bartenders, and exclusive menu planning and catering services provided by Saz’s Catering.
To view a floor plan, see rental rates and take an interactive 3D tour of the space, visit South Second’s website. To connect with South Second and inquire about availability, reach out to a South Second Event Designer, at SouthSecond@Sazs.com or by calling 414.256.8765.
Location
Reviews
“South Second was a breeze to work with and is especially a venue to consider if you’re looking for a trendy alternative to a typical banquet hall. South Second had all the benefits of that—on-site catering, tons of tables, cool chairs, huge variety of linens, great bartenders, friendly planners (who made planning easy especially from out of state) but still offered the freedom to host a custom event that went beyond (and looked nothing like) the typical wedding.” – Sarah B.
“I am truly being honest in saying that South Second really does have it all. Leading up to our wedding day our coordinator Michelle was super responsive, patient, and an all around pleasure to work with. The entire staff at South Second really is above and beyond from the planning of your event to the execution.” – Missy P.
“South Second was the dream venue for our wedding! The historic industrial vibe is exactly what we were looking for. The open concept was perfect for our large number of guests. We received plenty of compliments from our guests on the beauty of the space, the excellent bar service, and great food.” – Kelly M.