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On WeddingWire since 2021

Last update: June 2026

Romantic Countryside Barn Wedding Venue Conveniently Located Between Calgary & Edmonton

Perfectly positioned between Calgary and Edmonton, The Woven Willow offers a beautiful central gathering place for couples whose families and friends are travelling from across Alberta. Approximately an hour from Edmonton and an easy drive from surrounding communities, our location makes it simple for guests coming from different directions to come together in one unforgettable place.

Tucked away on a peaceful acreage near Pigeon Lake, our private family-owned venue is surrounded by mature trees, open skies, and a signature willow-lined driveway that creates a truly memorable arrival.

We specialize in intimate countryside weddings where natural beauty, thoughtful detail, and a relaxed atmosphere come together to create an experience that feels both effortless and meaningful.

Facilities & Capacity

The Woven Willow accommodates up to 100 guests with exclusive access to the entire property for your wedding day.

Outdoor ceremony spaces offer a naturally stunning backdrop for vows, first looks, and photography. A handcrafted wooden arch and vintage pew seating add warmth and character while keeping the focus on the surrounding landscape.

Your reception takes place in our character-rich barn, featuring exposed wood beams, soft vintage lighting, and a flexible layout designed to suit a wide range of wedding styles. A separate catering pavilion supports smooth vendor flow and seamless event logistics.

On-site parking is available for guests, and the property is wheelchair accessible. As the grounds are natural and open, we recommend comfortable footwear.

Services & What’s Included

Our wedding experience is designed to feel simple, supported, and stress-free from start to finish.

Every package includes full setup and takedown handled by our team, allowing you to stay present and enjoy your day without worrying about logistics.

We provide handcrafted harvest tables, crossback chairs, and thoughtfully curated décor elements that complement the natural surroundings while still allowing space for your personal style.

In addition to weddings, The Woven Willow also hosts family reunions, bridal showers, and private events — always with exclusive use of the property and attentive, personalized hosting.

What Couples Are Saying

“The Woven Willow was the most beautiful backdrop for our wedding. The owners went above and beyond to make everything perfect — we couldn’t have asked for a better experience.” — Sarah M.

“Absolutely stunning venue with owners who genuinely care about making your day perfect. Every detail was beautiful and stress-free.” — Abbey C.

Frequently asked questions

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

2

Describe your venue:

Farm

Describe the style of your venue:

Classic
Country
Rustic

What kind of settings are available?

Covered outdoor
Indoor
Uncovered outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal shower
Engagement party

What event services do you offer?

Bridal suite
Catering / bar
Clean up
Event planning
Lighting / sound
Outside vendors
Set up

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Plated

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Cash bar
Open bar
Signature drink
Outside alcohol

What event items are available?

Aisle markers
Altar/arches
Audio equipment
Centerpieces
Dance floor
Decor
Drapery
Furniture
Lighting
Chairs
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Shuttle
Wheelchair access

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?

$3,250

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?

$3,250

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during peak season?

$3,250

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during off-peak season?

$3,250

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Set up
Clean up
Chairs
Tables
Lighting/sound
Parking
Bridal suite

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

Bartenders
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Any other questions?

Reviews for The Woven Willow

Kay
Kay Sent on 02/09/2025
5 out of 5 rating

The Best Day

Can't say enough about the venue. We were not asked to review, however I want everyone to know how perfect this venue is. Our Daughter Lauren was married here on Saturday and honestly, it was the most perfect day. Heather, Mike and Chelsea (the owners) became like friends, and anything that they could do to help they were there. It's a beautiful setting, with washrooms, a dining room, games outside, a dance floor, and a cool car for pictures. Our Day was the best ever. Please check them out for yourselves.
Izz
Izz F. Sent on 10/08/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Highly Recommend!!

The Woven Willow has been so good to us, our wedding was extremely early in the season, we had worries that the trees wouldn’t have any leaves on them but Heather made sure to have her flowers ready and did everything to make the venue absolutely perfect for us. Communication was never lacking, both Heather and Mike are such professionals and are so dedicated to the people they serve. We planned our wedding under 6 months and it was completely stress free ONLY BECAUSE of how willing the Woven Willow was able accommodate for us. I would encourage everyone considering the Woven Willow to definitely come see the place yourself, you can absolutely feel the love in the venue!
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Olivia Sent on 22/01/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Excellent! 10 out of 10

We had a wonderful experience having our wedding at the Woven Willow! Heather was extremely helpful from the very beginning. She put in a lot of extra work and customization to help us realize our wedding vision. She gave us good advice as we discussed our dreams. What we loved about this venue and working with Heather and Mike is that they provided most of the decorations include center pieces, flowers, and decorations along the isle for the ceremony. They even asked us about our main colors and tried to incorporate them to the flower beds she planted early in the season. They always took the time to understand what we wanted and why and worked with us to figure out the best way to make them happen. Heather and Mike also went above and beyond, even helping us set up power in far reaching areas of the venue. We arrived the wedding morning to everything all set up and pristine. We would definitely recommend Woven Willow to anyone who is looking for a outdoor venue with minimal work needed to put into decoration, lots of room for customization, and hosts that are easy to work with!
Nicole
Nicole Sent on 20/08/2023
5 out of 5 rating

You definitely get what you pay for!!! And much more!!!!

Had our wedding end of June and did just the ceremony package which was what we were after. Heather and Mike were extremely accommodating and made every request a reality before we even asked for it which was awesome and such a relief. If we wanted something changed all we had to do was ask and it was done better than expected. Signing their wall with the burning pen made pictures soo amazing but also a lasting memory that we will be able to go back to and remember forever.
Highly recommend The Woven Willow but also to the wonderful couple Mike and Heather for giving us such a beautiful day to remember and cherish forever!!!!
Kean and Nicole
Cassandra
Cassandra Sent on 17/03/2022
5 out of 5 rating

The Woven Willow

Heather and Mike are amazing, the venue is beautiful, it’s remote and secluded from any big cities/major highways. We looked at 8 other venues, The Woven Willow was the first one we looked at. Nothing else lived up to it, I could not picture having a better day anywhere else!
S
Sarah Sent on 03/03/2022
4.8 out of 5 rating

Wedding venue

Great location and view. Heather and Mike are great, ready to answers questions in a timely matter. Great location, fanastic rustic barn and great ceremony spot. Lots of parking.
Samantha
Samantha Sent on 03/03/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Can’t Wait For The Wedding!!

Heather and Mile have been so amazing to work with! My fiancé and I are in love with their energy, friendliness, humour and of course, the venue itself. Their communication has been incredible while the venue is being built, their vision is exactly what we are looking for, for our super special day! 7 months and counting until we get our wedding day hosted by the 2 most amazing people ever!
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Marnie Sent on 03/03/2022
5 out of 5 rating

The Woven Willow is highly recommended. The owners were incredible to work with.

We were overjoyed to find this venue. We wanted an intimate and country rustic wedding and had to look no further once touring the venue. The owners were super friendly and genuine people with amazing wedding vision. They were very accommodating for us and made us feel valued !
Abbey
Abbey Sent on 03/03/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Everything you could need!

I can't tell you how anxious and stressed I was about finding a venue, I looked into many different places all filling me with more anxiety until I met Heather. She took all the nervous energy and fears I had and threw them away. Not only that but her vision for weddings at The Woven Willow is breathtaking. I cannot wait to get married here!
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Meet the team

Mike Hughes
Mike Hughes
Owner/Groundskeeper

The Woven Willow is a passion project for us all, however Mike has been the 'hands on guy' building everything from scratch putting the 'vision' into reality - making The Woven Willow a breathtaking venue! Mike's strive for perfection, unwavering committment to always step it up, and shear determination have resulted in a venue we are so proud of and excited to share with everyone!

Mike continues to work tirelessly on our venue making it into a unique setting for any event. You will always find him puttering here and there in an effort to continue to add to our original vision.

Heather Hughes
Heather Hughes
Owner/Event Coordinator

Heather is all about the 'details'! Her goal is to ensure that the most important day of your life is planned in intricate detail - from impeccable decor to professional and passionate hosting - and customized with the perfection you deserve.

Although The Woven Willow offers a 'rustic and elegant' theme, Heather's ability to make the venue and overall vibe reflect each couples' individual personalities is truly what makes The Woven Willow stand out!

If couples require a little more assistance in the coordination of their special day - Heather is there to ensure all runs smoothly.

Chelsea Niessen
Chelsea Niessen
Owner/Bartender/Asst. Event Coordinator

Chelsea is Mike and Heather's daughter and is passionate about everything wedding! Her serving and bartending experience has proven essential as she takes on the bartending role (if requested) by our couples.

Chelsea's outgoing nature, love of people and professional demeanor prove to be a great fit behind the bar as your guests are treated with the attention they deserve.

When not bartending, you can find Chelsea helping her mom (Heather) decorating for each event and assisting with everything from setting up to taking down.

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470042 Rg Rd 280 T0C 2C0 Mulhurst Bay (Alberta)
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