March 14, 2026

The Wishing Willow in Bentonville

WHAT TO EXPECT:

A beautiful evening that is grounded and intentional—rooted in tradition, shaped by real stories, and built to move people toward meaningful involvement.

Guests will experience:

  • Horses- meet the herd the will ride to the capitol.

  • Western-inspired atmosphere with elevated rustic design- thank you to The Wishing Willow for being a wonderful host.

  • Hand-rolled cigars, custom hat shaping, and curated whiskey & wine for those who wish to partake.

  • A high-energy live auction with real impact

  • Stories that are lived, not scripted- and so much more!

 Every detail of the night reflects the mission behind the ride.

The Night at a Glance

4:00–5:15 PM | VIP Experience

5:30–6:30 PM | General Admission Arrival & Atmosphere

6:30 PM | Call to Gather & Founder’s Address

Dinner & Story Sharing

Live Auction & Matching Challenge

After-Hours VIP Experience

Join the VIP.

VIP tickets are limited and intentionally curated.

Each VIP ticket includes:

  • Early private access beginning at 4:00 PM

  • Private meet & greet with riders and horses

  • VIP-only story moment with the founder

  • Custom hat experience included

  • Cigar rolling access included

  • Rare whiskey & bourbon pours reserved for VIPs

  • Reserved seating for dinner and program

  • Early bidding access on select auction items

  • After-hours VIP whiskey pour following the auction

  • Priority opportunity to sponsor a horse or rider

  • Invitation to write a Saddlebag Letter carried on the ride

VIP is not about better seats—it’s about earlier access, deeper connection, and meaningful participation.

I want to join the fun and help a community worth helping.

Purchase Tickets

Your Ticket Has Weight Every ticket sold supports the Long Road Home Project and the delivery of Saddlebag Letters on horseback to the Arkansas State Capitol. This is a night you don’t just attend. It’s one you take part in. For honor. For kids. For Arkansas.