A 7.9% sales tax will be automatically added to the contract for all services provided at MKE Hall.

Rental duration is 11 AM–11 PM, unless otherwise specified. At 11 PM, according to local ordinance, all guests must exit the venue. Only designated family members may remain to gather personal belongings and assist with basic cleanup.

A maximum of one hour is allotted for this process. Additional time may incur extra charges.

If personal items, trash, food, or belongings are left behind after the event, an additional charge of $100 per day will be applied. Leftover food will be discarded immediately after the event.

If items are not removed within three days after the event, MKE Hall reserves the right to dispose of remaining items.

An additional charge of $100.00 applies for each extra table requested over the contract agreement.

An additional fee of $2,000.00 will be charged for every 100 guests exceeding the agreed-upon guest count. Venue doors will be closed once maximum capacity is reached.

If the client wishes to extend the event beyond 11:00 PM, an additional fee of $300.00 will apply. The latest allowable end time is 12:00 AM or 1:00 AM, based on prior approval. Notify MKE Hall a week prior to arrange extended hours.

A mandatory booking event deposit of $800 is required to secure your booking. This deposit is non-refundable under all circumstances, including cancellations.

The deposit guarantees your date and may be applied toward minor damages, additional cleaning, overtime use, or other incidental costs. It is separate from the final rental balance and goes toward your balance.

In rare cases, MKE Hall will allow a one-time reschedule. Deposits and payments transfer to the new date. If a client needs to reschedule more than once, prior deposits and payments will be forfeited.

Clients may not transfer a booking from an off-season date to an on-season date. Rescheduled dates must remain within the same seasonal time frame as the original booking.

Clients may pay in full at booking or make monthly payments. The remaining balance must be paid in full no later than one week prior to the event date. Failure to make the final payment by this deadline will result in cancellation without a refund.

Monthly payments are due no later than the 1st or 15th of each month. If a payment is more than 3 days late, a late fee of $50/day up to 3 days will be charged.

MKE Hall accepts cash, Cash App, certified checks, and credit card. A $100 fee may apply for returned checks.

MKE Hall reserves the right to refuse to book or to cancel any event at any time for any lawful reason.

A $1,000 security deposit is required in the form of a cashier’s check or money order, due no later than 2 weeks prior to the event, to cover potential damage to the hall, property, or equipment.

The client is fully responsible for damage to MKE Hall or its property during the rental period, including damage caused by guests, vendors, or contractors.

A pre-event and post-event inspection will be conducted. Damage found after the event will be documented with photos and communicated within 3 business days.

The client agrees to pay the full cost of repair or replacement within 10 business days of an itemized invoice.

Charging guests a cover fee or entrance fee is not permitted. Events at MKE Hall are private events for invited guests.

Physical or verbal altercation or aggression will result in immediate shutdown of the event. Everyone will be asked to leave, including the parking lot. Authorities may be contacted if necessary.

No smoking or vaping inside the hall. All alcohol must be provided by MKE Hall. No outside liquor is permitted. No illegal substances. Firearms, knives, weapons, fireworks, sparklers, and explosives are prohibited.

All children must be under the direct supervision of a parent or guardian. The venue does not provide childcare.

Strippers, exotic dancers, or similar entertainment are strictly prohibited.

If an event exceeds 200 guests, hiring one security guard is mandatory. If an event exceeds 300 guests, hiring two security guards is mandatory. MKE Hall assesses each event based on guest count, alcohol, and event type.

Security fees are the client’s responsibility and are not included in the venue rental rate. MKE Hall is connected to a local security guard company and will contact them. Outside security must be pre-approved.

By booking an event, the client grants MKE Hall permission to capture and use photographs and videos for marketing, social media, website content, print materials, and promotional services, used in a professional and respectful manner.

If you prefer that photos from your event not be used, please tell an MKE Hall representative before your event.