Welcome to the Sugar Barn: The Perfect Wedding Venue Near Lake Wales, FL

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Your wedding day deserves a venue as unique and beautiful as your love story. Located right here in Lake Wales, The Sugar Barn is a place where rustic charm meets modern elegance, creating the perfect backdrop for your most special day.



Whether you envision a romantic outdoor ceremony under the Florida sky, a cozy reception inside our beautifully restored barn, or a combination of both, The Sugar Barn is designed to make your dream wedding a reality—all without leaving your hometown.

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Why The Sugar Barn Is Perfect for Your Wedding

As Lake Wales’ own farmhouse-style wedding venue, The Sugar Barn is more than just a stunning location—it’s a place where love, memories, and celebrations come together. Here’s why couples in Lake Wales trust us to host their wedding day:

Breathtaking Farmhouse Charm

Our barn is a true gem in the heart of Lake Wales, featuring exposed wood beams, twinkling string lights, and vintage-inspired décor. The Sugar Barn offers a timeless, welcoming atmosphere that’s as charming as it is elegant.

Outdoor and Indoor Options

With stunning outdoor spaces surrounded by lush greenery and a climate-controlled barn ready for any weather, The Sugar Barn gives you the flexibility to celebrate your day, your way.

Affordable Luxury

We believe every couple deserves a wedding venue that fits their vision—and their budget. That’s why we offer a variety of packages, from all-inclusive options to customizable rentals, to ensure your day is as stress-free as it is beautiful.

An Exclusive Experience

When you book The Sugar Barn, it’s all yours. From the moment you arrive to the moment you leave, you’ll have full access to the entire property, ensuring your wedding feels private, intimate, and uniquely yours.

Easy Access From Altamonte Springs

Being located right here in Lake Wales, The Sugar Barn is perfectly situated to serve our local community. There’s no need to travel far to find the perfect venue—it’s right in your backyard.

Our Wedding Packages

All-Inclusive

Complete wedding packages, stress-free and happiness

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Small Weddings

Elegant, intimate celebrations for loved ones.

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Elopements

Private, romantic ceremonies for two or a few.

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Floral Package

Custom floral designs to enhance your wedding venue.

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Upgrades

Premium options to personalize your special day.

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What Makes The Sugar Barn Different?

At The Sugar Barn, we know that planning a wedding is about more than just booking a venue—it’s about creating a space where lifelong memories are made. Here’s what sets us apart:

Picturesque Backdrops

From the rustic charm of the barn to the peaceful beauty of our gardens, every corner of The Sugar Barn is designed to create stunning photo opportunities.

Stress-Free Experience

Our team is dedicated to making your day as seamless and enjoyable as possible, so you can focus on what truly matters—celebrating your love.

Tailored to Your Vision

Whether you’re hosting a large celebration or an intimate gathering, our flexible options ensure your wedding reflects your unique style.

"Your wedding should be utterly unforgettable, deeply romantic, exquisitely beautiful and entirely “you”."

In 2005, we purchased this 45-acre property in Lake Wales, Florida (just a short drive from Orlando, Tampa or Florida’s east coast). Since that time we have manicured and transformed the farm/ranch into the perfect wedding and event venue while maintaining the property for our loves of flying, fishing, horses, and growing sugar cane for future rum distilling! We hope you will find that Sugar Barn is an elegant and unique experience that will make your wedding dreams come true.

Bill & Julia Whidden
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What our couples say

I had my wedding at the Sugar Band November 8th, and it was everything my fiance & i could have dreamed of! The guest raved about the amazing food! Everything went so smoothly and Bill was amazing with accommodating anything we needed and made sure everything ran smoothly! Truly the best night ever !!

Bailey F.
01/13/2025

The Sugar Barn gave me the wedding of my dreams. Bill and his incredible staff were the best and make me feel like a guest at my own wedding. Forever thankful for the sugar barn

Hannah M.
03/05/2025

We had our wedding here 03/06/25 and everything was PERFECT! Staff is extremely friendly and easy to work with. We did the elopement package and so happy we chose this venue. Photographer that was included in the package exceeded our expectations. The owners Bill and Julia did such a beautiful job with the venue and are truly very sweet people. Would HIGHLY recommend this venue to everyone! A plus was the dinner they prepared was absolutely DELICIOUS. And the guests couldn't stop talking about how beautiful the venue was set up.

Nicole C.
03/06/2025

We couldn't have asked for a better experience or to feel so well taken care, down to the last detail. The organization, attention to detail, and professionalism was outstanding! The food was amazing and plentiful, the venue was regal, and the staff was so helpful and kind from day one through the wedding! I highly recommend Bill and his team. The Bennetts / Hawkins March 2025.

Sonja B.
03/22/2025

I held my wedding here in December 2024 and it was the best decision ever! Our guests described our wedding day as a fairytale and we couldn't agree more. The outdoor ceremony was a dream. We were lucky to have perfect and chilly weather that day and having it outside we were surrounded by the beautiful sounds of nature and the sun coming through the trees all made it a perfect ceremony. The Barn was decorated so beautifully and elegantly. The staff made my vision come to life and even better than I had imagined. The food at this venue is incomparable to any other venue I've been to. All our guests were pleasantly surprised and loved the variety of food we had. I was worried at how the food would come out on such a large scale, but I can confidently say that it tasted the same as it had on the day we came for our tasting. It was so delicious!! Bill, Julia, and the Sugar Barn staff are just divine they made the day even more perfect. Everything was done on schedule and in a timely matter. Their attention to detail and professionalism is unmatched. I wish I could relive this day over and over!!

Dalianny M.
12/18/2024

All Inclusive Wedding Venue Areas We Serve Within Central Florida

Altamonte Springs

Apopka

Clermont

Cocoa Beach

Davenport

Daytona Beach

Deltona

Eustis

Kissimmee

Lakeland

Lake Wales

Melbourne

Orlando

Palm Bay

Serving the Charming Neighborhoods of Lake Wales

Lake Ashton

Downtown Lake Wales

Mountain Lake

Lake Wales North

Country Club Village

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