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The Wishing Willow

4.8 ★★★★★ 39 Google reviews · Barn wedding venue in Bentonville, Arkansas

Weddings Climate-controlled

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  • Climate climate-controlled barn — comfortable for a July dance floor or a December ceremony
  • Today see hours ·
  • Phone +1 479-549-7782
  • Website thewishingwillowvenue.com — most venues book tours right on their site

Hours

Monday 8 am–5 pm
Tuesday 8 am–5 pm
Wednesday 8 am–5 pm
Thursday 8 am–5 pm
Friday 8 am–5 pm
Saturday 8 am–5 pm
Sunday Closed

Most venues show the grounds by appointment and close the calendar on event days — book a tour rather than dropping in.

Amenities couples mention

Amenities couples name in their reviews of The Wishing Willow — the fastest way to tell what the venue actually offers before you drive out for a tour.

💡 String Lights

“The string lighting made for a romantic ambience while the chandeliers provided that classy, yet modern look.”

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⛰️ Scenic Views

“Enjoy a picture of the entry sign featuring the beautiful sunset.”

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Amenity mentions are mined from reviews and the venue's own info — they tell you what couples found on the grounds, not what's included in every package. Confirm what comes with your date when you tour.

What couples say again and again

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 39 Google reviews — with their own words as proof.

stunning venue & grounds 13 mentions

“Our wedding turned out perfect as the indoor area is covered in beautiful wood and has a large kitchen for caterers/ extra storage.”

🤝 owners who go above & beyond 3 mentions

“The entire team went above and beyond to make sure everything ran smoothly.”

From the reviews

My husband and I got married at this beautiful venue on 4/26/2025. We had the best experience. we couldn’t have asked for a better place to get married. Billy and his daughter treated us like family and, They made our wedding experience 100 times better than we could have ever hoped for.

★★★★★ — Edith, May 2025

Attended a wedding at the venue in August, the visage and decor was absolutely beautiful. I would recommend the space to anyone looking to plan an event.

★★★★★ — Ethan, Jan 2025

What a great space for events... Easily hold a large group, very rustic and comfortable. Parking is spacious, but gravel and grass. Nice bathrooms! Would be great for any family event.

★★★★★ — Josh, Jan 2025

The venue was beautifully thought out, and the owners were incredibly easy to work with. We couldn’t have been happier hosting our event here.

★★★★★ — Elizabeth, Mar 2025

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Getting married at The Wishing Willow

The Wishing Willow comes up for weddings, going by their listing and couples’ reviews. Two things make the tour worth the drive. First, see it at the time of day you'd actually get married — a barn that glows at golden hour can feel very different at noon, and you'll want to walk the path your guests take from parking to ceremony to reception. Second, bring your real questions: the rain plan (where does the ceremony move?), the catering and bar policy, the music curfew, and exactly what's included with the rental — tables, chairs, setup, and teardown are where quotes quietly diverge. Popular dates at barn venues book 12–18 months out, so if the tour feels right, ask what's open in your season before you leave.

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Where to find The Wishing Willow

6123 SW Anglin Rd, Bentonville, AR72713

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Listing verified July 2026 from public business records and couples' reviews. Something out of date? Report a correction. Own this venue? Claim your listing — it's free.