WILLOW RIDGE SPECIAL EVENT CENTER

Your Premier Smoky Mountain Wedding & Event Venue

WELCOME TO WILLOW RIDGE

A Dream Nestled in the Smokies

Nestled in the embrace of the Smoky Mountains in the charming town of Townsend, our venue is a haven for those seeking a perfect blend of natural beauty and timeless elegance. Here, your dreams unfold against a backdrop of majestic mountain vistas, creating a storybook setting for your special day. Your journey to a magical celebration begins here, where love takes center stage, and the extraordinary becomes the standard.

Susan Vermillion

We recently hosted my daughter’s wedding at Willow Ridge special event center. The grounds and facility were meticulous and beautiful !! We received so many compliments on how perfect the venue was. Linda and Cayleigh were always professional, responsive, and so helpful. They made planning easy and stress free!

Austin Alders

I had my rehearsal dinner here and the venue and the staff made this one of the best nights of my life. The venue was elegant and had amazing facilities for all of the vendors. They also had a lot of parking and easy access for everything. And the staff was amazing from the very beginning to the very end. THANKS for EVERYTHING

Samuel Van Dusen

We just got married at Willow Ridge. Could not have been happier with the venue or the staff. Linda and Caliegh were absolutely awesome. They did everything possible to make our day special. If you have a wedding or other event you are needing a venue for I highly recommend Willow Ridge.

Jordan Woodward

Linda and everyone else at Willow Ridge made our day so special! The venue is absolutely beautiful, my guest had a great time. I truly couldn’t ask for a better venue for our day. Really couldn’t recommend Willow Ridge enough!

Amanda Allum

So glad we chose willow ridge for our wedding. 100% recommend. Linda was wonderful to work with and so very helpful and kind. They worked very hard to make our day as wonderful as possible and I couldn't be happier with how it all turned out.

ABOUT US

Where Love Meets Scenic Splendor

Willow Ridge Special Event Center, formerly known as Cooper's Cove at Heritage Park, has a rich history of making special days all the more magical. Born out of a passion for crafting unforgettable moments, our venue is more than a space – it's a canvas where love stories come to life.

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A Collection of Romantic Moments

Step into the enchanting world of Willow Ridge through our gallery. Each image tells a story of love, joy, and the scenic beauty of Townsend's Smoky Mountains. Browse our collection and envision your special day amidst the natural splendor and timeless elegance that define Willow Ridge Special Event Center. Let these moments inspire your own fairy-tale celebration.