It’s Wedding Show Time!

Yes, winter tends to be a slow time for wedding-related venues and vendors, but that doesn’t mean they go into hibernation. With all the engagements that occurred over the holidays, couples are ready to begin the process of planning their weddings, making the downtime experienced by vendors a perfect opportunity to forge connections, hence it’s Wedding Show season.

Attending wedding-related events and expos can help you to begin planning your wedding or even put the final pieces into place on your To-Do list. Wedding shows enable you to learn about or even see venues, network with seasoned professionals, view the latest fashions, sample everything from beverages to cake and maybe win a fab door prize.

According to The Knot, navigating a Wedding Show requires some thought and research before you set out.

Before you even attend, it’s best to establish a budget for your wedding, which will enable you to focus on vendors whose fees and pricing fit into your bottom line.
Register beforehand (tickets are often complimentary or may incur a small fee that is often donated to a charitable organization).
Arrive early and dress for comfort (especially shoes).
Savvy attendees often bring stickers that contain their names and contact information so that they can easily enter prize giveaways or request additional information.
Organization is also key. Bring a bag along so that you can collect brochures and other material. (Most shows provide such amenities, but it’s better to be prepared.) Once you return home, you can create a web folder or app to track the information you’ve accumulated.
Prepare a list of general questions for vendors and then follow-up with those of interest by posing detailed queries or scheduling a meeting.

Events taking place locally include: