BRIDAL SHOWS MADE EASY

The Best Of Your Time And Effort

Bridal shows can sometimes be overwhelming but with a little planning, they can save you money, provide outstanding ideas and let you sample tasty treats!

Dress For The Occasion

Wear comfortable shoes! You’re going to be walking quite a bit. You don’t want to leave early because your achy feet give you no other choice.

Bring Labels

Print up labels with your name, address, wedding date and possibly email address. This will save you a lot of time when you sign up for all the prizes usually given out at shows. Plus, the information will be legible.

Plan In Advance

You need to have a budget planned so you have a general idea of what you’ll be spending on each item for your wedding. Know what is most important to you, and where you might be willing to have a little flexibility versus items that you’re not as passionate about.

There is usually a floor map available at larger shows. If there’s a specific service or vendor you want to talk to, make sure you know where their booths are located so you don’t miss them.

Visit Here First

Some service providers can only do one or two events a day. These providers can include videographers, DJ’s, banquet facilities, decorators, photographers and consultants. Plan to spend at least half the time with these types of vendors. One of your first questions should be if your wedding date is available.

Bring Your Calendar

If interested, make an appointment for a follow-up consolation after the show. If they offer a show special, ask if that special would carry over to the appointment date. Vendors want to talk to you but they also need to respond to other couples at the show as well. You probably won’t get their full attention at the show unless there are multiple people working the booth, so be sure to make an appointment to get some one on one time.

Ready To Make Decisions

If you’re comfortable and ready to make a decision, then show specials can really make it worth your while! Many vendors determine if it’s a good show for them based on how many signed agreements they get.

Enjoy The Experience

Relax and enjoy the experience. These wedding professionals spend time and money to display their work and services. Take your time and don’t be afraid to “enter” the booth area. Look, touch and really see what is offered or get ideas. Vendors love brides in their booths. It tends to attract more people. If you already have that product/service, then let me know if they’re trying to talk to you.

Don’t Be Afraid To Talk To The Vendors!

If a vendor catches your eye, don’t be shy! Just say hello to break the ice, followed by, “are you available for my wedding date?”, and the vendor will usually know how to get the ball rolling from there. Don’t be afraid to talk to the vendors for that is the whole purpose of the show.

2023-24 BRIDAL SHOWS for Northeast Wisconsin

2023

AUGUST 27, 2023

WISCONSIN WEDDING SHOWCASE

The Grand Meridian

2621 N. Oneida St., Appleton

Show Times: 1-4pm thewisconsinweddingshowcase.com

SEE PAGE 139

SEPTEMBER 24, 2023

SIGNS OF LOVE 2023

FALL BRIDAL EXPO

Central WI Convention + Expo Center 10101 Market St., Rothschild

ElegantOccasions.net/SignsOfLove

Show Times: 11am-2pm

SEE PAGE 40 & 138

OCTOBER 22, 2023

WISCONSIN WEDDING SHOWCASE

Best Western Premier Waterfront

Hotel & Conference Center

2 N. Main Street, Oshkosh

Show Times: 1-4pm thewisconsinweddingshowcase.com

SEE PAGE 139

2024

JANUARY 4, 2024

FOND DU LAC BRIDAL FAIRE

Thelma Sadoff Center for the Arts

51 Sheboygan St., Fond du Lac

Show Times: 4-7pm

JANUARY 7, 2024

Steven

POINT

Wedding

EXPO

UW Stevens Point- Dreyfus University Center 1015 Reserve St., Stevens Point

Show Times: 10am-2pm

SEE PAGE 138

JANUARY 12-13, 2024

THE WEDDING SHOWWINTER EDITION

New Resch Expo, 820-Armed Forces Dr., Green Bay

Show Times: Friday 5-9pm

Saturday 9am -3pm

920-405-1134

SEE PAGE 47 & 135

JANUARY 28, 2024

“IT’S ALL ABOUT THE BRIDE” WINTER WEDDING EXPO

Little River Country Club

N2235 Shore Drive, Marinette Show Times: 12-3pm

FEBRUARY 18, 2024

Wedding Workshops By Wendy

Devotions Chapel

7019 Dickinson Rd., Greenleaf Show Times: 1-4pm

MARCH 03, 2024

17TH ANNUAL WEDDING SHOW

Stadium View Banquet Hall & Conference Center

1963 Holmgren Way, Green Bay

Show Times: 11am-2pm

See page 140

SOMETHING OLD, SOMETHING NEW, SOMETHING BORROWED, SOMETHING BLUE!

Are you incorporating this long-standing tradition into your wedding? A great new trend is to take elements of your mom’s wedding dress and create a custom robe for when you’re getting ready. A beautiful accent for photos and something special to hold onto and remind you of a woman that means so much to you!

For tickets and more info:

ElegantOccasions.net/SignsOfLove