Do you want to rekindle the love and affection you felt for your spouse when you were first married? Join us for The Marriage Experience at Sonlit Acres in Waterloo, Nebraska, July 18-20, 2025!
This retreat is designed for couples looking to make their good marriage great and for those seeking healing and renewal. Invest in your relationship and rediscover the joy of doing life together! Space is limited—register now!
1-day, 2 day, and 3-day retreat options available!
Early Bird Discount available until May 18, 2025! **USE DISCOUNT CODE: "EarlyBird"** (Discount Price $249 / Full Price $299)
Retreat Options: 1) Saturday Retreat / No Stay (Pre-Married and Married Couples) - July 19, 2025 2) Friday/Saturday Retreat with Stay (Friday Night Stay for Married Couples Only) - July 18-19, 2025 3) Saturday/Sunday Retreat with Stay (Saturday Night Stay for Married Couples Only) - July 19-20, 2025 4) Weekend Retreat with Stay (Friday and Saturday Night Stay for Married Couples Only) - July 18-20, 2025 5) Weekend Retreat without Sonlit Stay (Friday - Sunday) - July 18-20, 2025
Sonlit Guest Rooms:
Sonlit has 9 guest rooms available on a first come, first served basis. All rooms have a king-sized bed and attached bathroom. Rooms go fast, so book early!
If Sonlit guest rooms are no longer available, and you would like to get away for the entire weekend, simply book the Weekend Retreat without Sonlit Stay option (#5 above) and book a room at Comfort Suites West Omaha. This hotel is located at 2500 S. 192nd and is only 7 miles to the East of Sonlit Acres.
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Couples Massages are available for an additional charge! Call Sonlit at (402) 769-2200 to inquire about the availability and costs of couples massages. You will book your massage directly with Sonlit.
Help a Couple in Need!
Do you know a married couple who can benefit from attending The Marriage Experience? If so, consider making a reservation on their behalf. Simply click the link above to make a reservation on their behalf and cover the cost of their retreat.
Can't Afford the Full Reservation Price?
Partial scholarships may be available for Option 1 above. Contact us to inquire about the availability of scholarship funds.
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Retreat Options & Schedules:
Option 1) Saturday Retreat (No Overnight Stay for Pre-Married and Married Couples): This Marriage Experience begins Saturday morning at 8:30 am. You'll spend the day exploring the 25-acre property along the Platte River while participating in sessions and activities that will breathe new life into your relationship. Saturday evening, you'll enjoy a romantic date night complete with a professionally catered dinner and live music. This package includes curriculum, picnic lunch, catered dinner, and more for two. (Cost = $249 per couple)
Saturday:
Breakfast Available @ 8:30 AM
Morning Sessions @ 9:00 AM
Picnic Lunch @ Noon
Afternoon Sessions @ 1:30 PM
Special Presentation @ 5:00 PM
Outdoor Catered Dinner @ 6 PM
Live Praise and Worship @ 7:30 PM
Bonfire
Departure by 10:00 PM
Option 2) Friday/Saturday Retreat (Friday Night Stay for Married Couples Only): This Marriage Experience begins Friday night at 6:30 PM with a fun opening session followed by dancing under the stars. On Saturday, you'll spend the day exploring the 25-acre property along the Platte River while participating in sessions and activities that will breathe new life into your marriage. Saturday evening, you'll enjoy a romantic date night complete with a professionally catered dinner and live music. This package includes a double occupancy guestroom for one night (Friday), light breakfast (Saturday), curriculum, picnic lunch, catered dinner, and more for two. (Cost = $399 per couple)
Friday:
Check-In @ 6:30 PM
Opening Session @ 7:00 PM
Dance Lessons / Cash Bar @ 8:30 PM
Saturday:
Breakfast Available @ 8:30 AM
Morning Sessions @ 9:00 AM
Picnic Lunch @ Noon
Afternoon Sessions @ 1:30 PM
Special Presentation @ 5:00 PM
Outdoor Catered Dinner @ 6 PM
Live Praise and Worship @ 7:30 PM
Bonfire
Departure by 10:00 PM
Option 3) Saturday/Sunday Retreat (Saturday Night Stay for Married Couples Only): This Marriage Experience begins Saturday morning at 8:30 am. You'll spend the day exploring the 25-acre property along the Platte River while participating in sessions and activities that will breathe new life into your marriage. Saturday evening, you'll enjoy a romantic date night complete with a professionally catered dinner and live music. This package includes a double occupancy guestroom for one night (Saturday), light breakfast (Sunday), curriculum, picnic lunch, catered dinner, and more for two. (Cost = $399 per couple)
Saturday:
Breakfast Available @ 8:30 AM
Morning Sessions @ 9:00 AM
Picnic Lunch @ Noon
Afternoon Sessions @ 1:30 PM
Special Presentation @ 5:00 PM
Outdoor Catered Dinner @ 6 PM
Live Praise and Worship @ 7:30 PM
Bonfire
Sunday:
Breakfast Available @ 8:30 AM
Self-guided Adventure (instructions to be provided)
Open Access to the Property (kayaks, paddle boat, beach, sauna, couples massage (for an extra charge) and more
Departure by 5 PM
Option 4) Weekend Retreat (Friday and Saturday Night Stay for Married Couples Only): This Marriage Experience begins Friday night at 6:30 PM with a fun opening session followed by dancing under the stars. On Saturday, you'll spend the day exploring the 25-acre property along the Platte River while participating in sessions and activities that will breathe new life into your marriage. Saturday evening, you'll enjoy a romantic date night complete with a professionally catered dinner and live music. On Sunday, you will have free time together to enjoy the property...kayak, relax on the beach, go for a walk, take a nap, play a board game, cuddle in the hammock, read a book, or schedule a couples massage (for an extra charge). This package includes a double occupancy guestroom for two nights (Friday and Saturday), light breakfast (Saturday and Sunday), curriculum, picnic lunch, catered dinner, and more for two. (Cost = $449 per couple)
Friday:
Check-In @ 6:30 PM
Opening Session @ 7:00 PM
Dance Lessons / Cash Bar @ 8:30 PM
Saturday:
Breakfast Available @ 8:30 AM
Morning Sessions @ 9:00 AM
Picnic Lunch @ Noon
Afternoon Sessions @ 1:30 PM
Special Presentation @ 5:00 PM
Outdoor Catered Dinner @ 6 PM
Live Praise and Worship @ 7:30 PM
Bonfire
Sunday:
Breakfast Available @ 8:30 AM
Self-Guided Adventure (instructions to be provided)
Open Access to the Property (kayaks, paddle boats, beach, sauna, couples massage (for an extra charge) and more
Departure by 5 PM
"Thank you for your extravagant love. We were so blessed. Lots of take away and reminders."
"The Marriage Experience is a great way to spend time with your spouse, meet other couples, and learn about ways you can improve your relationship even if things are going great in your marriage."
"My Fiance and I attended this retreat before we got married and absolutely loved it. It started conversations that we never would have been able to start on our own in such a healthy way. We were also able to tell each other what we needed from the other in order to improve our communication, and our overall relationship with each other and God. I would highly recommend this retreat to all premarried and married couples!"
"My husband and I have been married for 54 years and still learned things at the Marriage Experience to help us grow! We had such a fun time with the activities and the interaction with other couples. Our evening under the stars with the Bistro tables and catered, delicious meal was unbeatable and worth the whole price of the event! We had a memorable time that I hope many others will have the opportunity to experience as well! Thank you The House Experience Team!!"