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The Event Center

Forty-eight hundred square feet of open floor beside a fountain pond, a short walk from the chapel — set for a reception, a retreat, or your next corporate gathering.

Willowood Ranch

The Event Center

Forty-eight hundred square feet of open floor beside a fountain pond, a short walk from the chapel — set for a reception, a retreat, or a full house.

A Space Designed

Where Your event Comes to Life

The Event Center at Willowood Ranch is where your next event truly unfolds—designed to feel elevated without ever feeling overwhelming.

With vaulted ceilings, exposed beams, and warm chandeliers, the space carries a natural sense of character and presence. It doesn’t need to be over designed to feel beautiful—allowing your vision to come through clearly, whether that’s refined and minimal or layered with personal detail.

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Designed for Flow, Comfort, & Connection

Designed for movement and connection, the space allows guests to transition seamlessly from dinner to dancing—without interruption or crowding.

Elevated
Design

From table layouts to floral details, the space adapts effortlessly—giving you the freedom to create a reception that reflects your style while still feeling cohesive and refined.

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Open Layout
& Flow

Designed for movement and connection, guests transition naturally from dinner to dancing—ask our venue specialist for our different layout options.

Warmly lit wedding reception beverage station with coffee service, glassware, and decorative greenery at Willowood Ranch event center in North Texas

Thoughtful Guest Experience

Every detail—from gathering spaces to service areas—is designed with your guests in mind, creating a celebration that feels comfortable, seamless, and easy to enjoy. Willowood Ranch offers several items to display your decor.

Event Center

Flexible for Every Guest List & Celebration Style

Whether you’re hosting an intimate gathering or a full celebration, the Event Center is designed to accommodate your day with ease.

Perfect for:

  • Wedding receptions
  • Rehearsal dinners
  • Welcome gatherings
  • Post-ceremony celebrations

With seating for up to 200 guests, the space offers both flexibility and comfort—ensuring every guest feels included and connected throughout the experience.

Wedding reception layout inside Willowood Ranch event center with long tables, chandeliers, and vaulted ceilings in North Texas

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Designed to Reflect Your Style

Every detail—from linens to florals to place settings—comes together to reflect your vision. The Event Center is designed to support a wide range of styles, making each celebration feel completely your own.

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Reserve your event today

The Best way to reserve your event is by filling the form below. Once completed, our Venue Specialist will contact you to set up a private tour of Willowood Ranch.

MONDAY

9:00am

3:00pm

TUESDAY

C L O S E D

WEDNESDAY

9:00am

3:00pm

THURSDAY

9:00am

3:00pm

FRIDAY

9:00am

3:00pm

SATURDAY

9:00am

5:00pm

SUNDAY

9:00AM

5:00PM

Weekend and evening tours may be available upon request.

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Plan your Visit

Schedule a private tour

The best way to experience Willowood Ranch is in person. Walk the property, step inside the chapel, and see the event spaces for yourself as you begin planning your wedding or retreat. Tours of our wedding venue is by appointment only; below is a general guide of our hours, we are happy to accommodate your schedule!

What experience are you interested in? *

Congratulations on your engagement!

We’re honored you’re considering Willowood Ranch for your wedding experience.

Please fill out the form below to share your vision with our team. Even if you don’t have every detail finalized yet, that’s perfectly okay — our venue specialists are here to guide you every step of the way.

Once submitted, you will receive an automatic response with our Wedding Collection Packages and an invitation to schedule a tour. Our Venue specialist will personally be in touch within 48 hours or less. 

Hosting your Ministry Retreat

We're honored you're here and interested in hosting your ministry retreat right here on the Ranch. Willowood Ranch offers a peaceful setting for groups to gather, reconnect, and recharge.

The form below provides us with enough information to get started on reserving the ranch for your retreat. Once submitted, you will receive an automatic response with next steps, and a personal response from our venue specialist.

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Events at Willowood Ranch

We are honored you want to plan an event on Willowood Ranch. Please fill out the information below with as much detail as possible so we can better assist you with reserving the ranch.

Once submitted, you will receive an automatic response with more information and our venue specialist will contact your directly with more information.

We look forward to seeing your event come to life!

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Inquiry About Guest Lodging

We’re honored that you’re considering a stay at Willowood Ranch. Our private 400-acre property is reserved exclusively for weddings, retreats, and other hosted events, and all lodging reservations are made by request.

If you are attending an event at the ranch and would like to inquire about lodging, please complete the form below. Submitting this form does not reserve or guarantee accommodations.

Once we receive your inquiry, a Willowood Ranch venue specialist will contact you directly to confirm availability and discuss the next steps. Your lodging reservation will be confirmed only after you receive and complete a lodging contract.

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