Mobile Bartending in Hudson, WI
Hudson sits just across the St. Croix River from Minnesota, and it gives hosts the best of both sides: an easy drive for Twin Cities guests, with the open countryside of Western Wisconsin all around. Fourteen years in business have taught us how to make a bar feel at home on either side of the St. Croix. From our base in Stillwater, it's right across the river, and it's part of our regular service area. Give Us A Shot provides TIPS-certified bartenders and mobile bar rentals for weddings, private parties, and company events in Hudson and nearby towns like River Falls.
Weddings at Farm and Barn Venues
Country weddings often put the bar in a barn, under a tent, or out on the lawn. Our 4-tap mobile bar needs no electricity, pours a mix of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, and comes with custom signs, so it works well where outlets are hard to find. Large indoor/outdoor coolers and a water station help on warm afternoons.
Venues in the area include Settlement Hill Farm, a historic Hudson property settled in 1852. You'll find it and a few other favorites on our Vendors page. For the toast, our champagne cart holds 100 glasses and our champagne wall holds 84.
Venue and Local Rules in Wisconsin
Alcohol rules in Wisconsin aren't the same as in Minnesota, and venues set their own policies too. We'll walk you through what your venue and local rules require before the big day. Good questions to ask your venue early:
- Is outside alcohol allowed?
- Do outside bartenders need to show proof of insurance?
- Is there a required end time for bar service?
- Where can the bar go?
We carry liquor liability insurance and provide a certificate of insurance once you book. Every bartender is TIPS certified, we check IDs, and we don't serve anyone who appears intoxicated.
Private Parties and Company Events
Hosting at home or at the office? Choose Just the Bartender for a bartender with basic tools, or Bartender with Supplies, which adds a portable bar with linens, cups, napkins, straws, garnishes, sodas and mixers, and juice boxes for the kids. Want bubbles on tap? Add the Single Tap Cart, a stainless-steel mobile bar cart with a built-in tap and a drop-in ice chest, made for champagne, spritzes, and margaritas. Every option includes 30 minutes of setup, 30 minutes of cleanup, and up to 1 hour of travel.
Planning Tips
Estimate your shopping list with our free Alcohol Calculator, and read Questions to Ask Before Hiring a Mobile Bartender before you sign with anyone.
Hudson FAQs
Do you serve other Western Wisconsin towns?
Yes. We serve communities within about 1 to 1.5 hours of the Twin Cities, including Hudson, River Falls, Pepin, and Stockholm.
Do you provide the alcohol?
No. We don't have a license to sell alcohol, so you'll purchase it. We can help you figure out how much to buy and arrange pickup for a delivery fee.
How many bartenders will a 150-guest wedding need?
With a full bar, our rule of thumb points to two or three. A champagne toast needs at least two, since we close the bar while we pour.
Nearby Areas We Serve
We also serve the surrounding area, including River Falls, Pepin, and Stockholm, plus Stillwater, Woodbury, and the rest of the Twin Cities just across the St. Croix.