Wedding Shows
{Scroll down to see upcoming Washington State shows}
Pictures from the 2008 Northwest Bridal Showcase in Everett. This year, I teamed up with the Garden of Eden Bouquet booth (hence all the pretty flowers), and we had a great time. See you next year!
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Wedding shows are a great way to get an idea of what’s being offered in your area. Besides all the cool freebies, you can also scope out any vendors you were considering to see how they are in person. Some will even offer discounts or drawings for their services. If you’re thinking of going, be sure to check out this article and this blog post.
Wedding related events in Washington State for 2008
January
Seattle Wedding Show
Washington State Convention & Trade Center
800 Convention Place, 4th Floor
Seattle, WA 98101
Sat January 5th & Sun January 6th, 2008
Sun 10:00am to 5:30pm || 10:30am to 5:00pm
Tickets are $16.00 per person and can be purchased at the door. Children twelve and under are admitted free. $2 Off coupons are available at all exhibitor locations. Tickets go on sale at 9:30 am Saturday and 10:00 am Sunday.
Discount tickets are available in advance this fall by purchasing at weddingshow.com
Over 350 vendors will be on hand to discuss any and every detail on making that special day perfect. 3 Fashion Shows Saturday and 2 Fashion Shows Sunday. Spectacular Gown Sale featuring over 1,000 gowns.
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Bridal Inspirations Wedding Expo
Best Western Lakeway Inn
714 Lakeway Drive
Bellingham, WA 98229
Sun January 6th, 2008
12:00pm - 5:00pm
Tickets are available three different ways:
Secure online transaction with Paypal (credit cards or Paypal account) - $10 per ticket, by calling (360) 733-2563 or coming in to Alicia’s Bridal up through January 5th - $10 per ticket, and at the door the day of the show for $12. Register online and save yourself lots of time at the door. Children 12 and under are free.
Exhibitor Displays are open:
Noon - 5pm: Exhibits are located in the following areas (Terrace Lounge, Terrace Hall, & Ballroom)
Fashion Show:
4pm: Fashion Show - Over 100 dresses and tuxedos will be modeled making this one of the largest shows in the Northwest! (Ballroom)
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Brides Against Breast Cancer Charity Wedding Gown Sale
Doubletree Hotel Seattle Airport - Evergreen Ballroom
1870 International Blvd
Seattle, WA
Fri Jan 11 - Sat Jan 12, 2008
Fri: 10 am - 8 pm ; Sat: 10 am - 5 pm
This unique opportunity allows brides-to-be a chance to find the gown of their dreams at a remarkable price, while helping to make wishes and memory-making events come true.
http://www.bridesagainstbreastcancer.org/
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Tacoma Wedding Expo
Tacoma Dome Exhibition Hall
2727 East D Street
Tacoma, WA
Sat Jan 12 - Sun Jan 13, 2008
Sat: 10 am - 5 pm : Sun: 11 am - 4 pm
Attending a bridal show is very helpful in planning your wedding because you can meet with many Seattle wedding professionals all in one location. http://www.bridesclub.com/
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Sun January 13, 2008
Ultimate Bridal Faire
Skagit Valley Casino
5984 N Darrk Ln
Bow, WA 98232
Sun 11 am - 5 pm
The Northwest Special Events will be holding our 15th Annual Ultimate Bridal Faire Sunday, January 13, 2008, at the Skagit Valley Casino just off I-5 between Burlington and Bellingham (map it).
The Faire will feature over 60 of area’s finest wedding-related vendors displaying their products and services, along with a spectacular Fashion Show. The hours are from 11 am to 5 pm, with the fashion show at 2 pm. http://www.nwspecialevents.com/
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Brides Against Breast Cancer Charity Wedding Gown Sale
Hilton Hotel
300 112th Avenue SE
Bellevue, WA
Fri Jan 18 - Sat Jan 19, 2008
Fri: 10 am - 8 pm ; Sat: 10 am - 6 pm
This unique opportunity allows brides-to-be a chance to find the gown of their dreams at a remarkable price, while helping to make wishes and memory-making events come true. http://www.bridesagainstbreastcancer.org/
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The Northwest Bridal Showcase of Everett
Everett Events Center
2000 Hewitt Avenue
Everett, WA
Sat Jan 19 - Sun Jan 20, 2008
Sat. 10 am - 4 pm, Sun. 10 am - 3 pm
http://www.nwbridalshowcase.com/
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Bellevue Wedding Expo
Meydenbauer Center
11100 NE 6th Street
Bellevue, WA
Sat Jan 19 - Sun Jan 20, 2008
Sat: 10 am - 5 pm ; Sun: 11 am - 4 pm
Attending a bridal show is very helpful in planning your wedding because you can meet with many Seattle wedding professionals all in one location. http://www.bridesclub.com/
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Lynnwood-Everett Wedding Expo
Lynnwood Convention Center
3711 196th Street SW
Lynnwood, WA
Sun Jan 27 - Mon Jan 28, 2008
Sat: 10 am - 5 pm ; Sun: 11 am - 4 pm
Attending a bridal show is very helpful in planning your wedding because you can meet with many Seattle wedding professionals all in one location. http://www.bridesclub.com/
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University Village Bride Ideas
Sunday, January 27th, 2008
University Village
Brides can attend the morning session from 10am to noon or the afternoon session from 1pm to 3pm.
http://www.uvillage.com/
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February
1st Semi-Annual Beautiful Bride Show
The Tacoma Days Inn
6802 Tacoma Mall Blvd
Tacoma, WA 98409
Sat February 23rd & Sun February 24th, 2008
Both Days: 9:00am - 6:00pm
FREE ADMISSION, FREE PARKING
Directions: From Interstate 5 south, exit 56th Street. From northbound 5, exit 72nd Street. Follow the signs!
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Fifth Annual Bridal Fair
February 17, 2008 • 11am - 3pm
RSVP by February 8, 360-318-2018
Semiahmoo Resort’s Bridal Open House
Sunday, February 17, 2008
Semiahmoo Resort
11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
http://www.semiahmoo.com/
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Panache 2008
“A Spirited Display of Style”
February 17th, 2008
Columbia Tower Club, Seattle, WA
noon to 4 pm
http://www.columbia-tower.com/
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Urban Unveiled | February 21, 2008
Urban Unveiled is more than a trade show; it is a celebration, a cocktail party for those getting married and the creative partners who make dreams come true. Meet the Northwest’s top wedding professionals who can take your bridal vision and make it a reality while you enjoy fine wines, nibble on sumptuous cuisine, decadent cakes & other to-die-for desserts.
http://www.urbanunveiled.com/ | Benaroya Hall | Seattle
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February 24, 2008
SOUTH SOUND WEDDING SHOW
RED LION HOTEL - OLYMPIA
OLYMPIA, WA
http://www.weddingandeventmagazine.com/
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March
2008 Bridal Fair presented by South Sound Weddings & Event Magazine and Nordstrom-Tacoma
11am - 7pm
Tacoma Mall
4502 S. Steele
360.480.5095
Admission: Free
http://www.weddingandeventmagazine.com/
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April
Sat Apr 05 - Sun Apr 06, 2008
Tacoma Spring Wedding Expo
Tacoma Dome Exhibition Hall
2727 East D Street
Tacoma, WA
Sat: 10 am - 5 pm ; Sun: 11 am - 4 pm
Attending a bridal show is very helpful in planning your wedding because you can meet with many Seattle wedding professionals all in one location. http://www.bridesclub.com/
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Bride Olympia: Bridal Tea
Tumwater Masonic Center
455 North Street SE
Tumwater, WA 9850
Sun April 13th || 1 pm - 4 pmTickets: FREE
RSVP: 360.970.0689 or brideolympia@yahoo.com
Bride Olympia hosting an exclusive and intimate event showcasing vendors in the wedding industry. You are invited to the Bridal Tea April 13th from 1-4 pm. Come and meet people that can help make your wedding unique. This tea is going to be AMAZING as we will have some fantastic vendors, pampering, and great prizes to give away, and even Horse and Carriage Rides. There will be many wonderful things to do and try so come and check out the tea, it is FREE, so bring your family and friends to help you in planning your wedding and enjoy a fun and beautiful event. This event is sponsored by Dinea de Photo, The Best of Budapest, and the Tumwater Masonic Center.
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July
Fri Jul 18 - Sun Jul 20, 2008
Brides Against Breast Cancer Charity Wedding Gown Sale
Waltz Building
116 Avenue ” B”
Snohomish, WA
11 am - 6 pm
This unique opportunity allows brides-to-be a chance to find the gown of their dreams at a remarkable price, while helping to make wishes and memory-making events come true.
Wedding Gown Sale http://www.bridesagainstbreastcancer.org/
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September
Sat Sep 06 - Sun Sep 07, 2008
Seattle Fall Wedding Expo
Qwest Field Events Center
800 Occidental Avenue South
Seattle, WA
Sat: 10 am - 5 pm; Sun: 11 am - 4 pm
Meet with Seattle wedding professionals all in one location. Bring your girlfriends, mom, and even your fiancé and enjoy the day. Tons of vendor promos, designer fashion shows and much more!
http://www.bridesclub.com/
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Sat Sep 13 - Sun Sep 14, 2008
Tacoma Fall Wedding Expo
Tacoma Dome Exhibition Hall
2727 East D Street,
Tacoma, WA
Sat: 10 am - 5 pm ; Sun: 11 am - 4 pm
Attending a bridal show is very helpful in planning your wedding because you can meet with many Seattle wedding professionals all in one location.
http://www.bridesclub.com/
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Sat Sep 20 - Sun Sep 21, 2008
Lynnwood-Everett Fall Wedding Expo
Lynnwood Convention Center
3711 196th Street SW,
Lynnwood, WA
Sat: 10 am - 5 pm ; Sun: 11 am - 4 pm
http://www.bridesclub.com/
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October
Fri Oct 03 - Sun Oct 05, 2008
Brides Against Breast Cancer Charity Wedding Gown Sale
Three Rivers Convention Center
7016 Grandridge Blvd
Kennewick, WA
Fri & Sat: 11 am - 5 pm ; Sun: 11 am - 6 pm
This unique opportunity allows brides-to-be a chance to find the gown of their dreams at a remarkable price, while helping to make wishes and memory-making events come true.
Wedding Gown Sale http://www.bridesagainstbreastcancer.org/
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Sat Oct 11 - Sun Oct 12, 2008
2008 Port Townsend Wedding Show
The event will take place at several popular wedding venues throughout Port Townsend as a self-guide
Shuttle service available.
Sat: 10 am - 5 pm ; Sun: 10:30 am - 4 pm
The show will feature dozens of local wedding vendors plus raffles and prizes. In addition, Making Memories Breast Cancer Foundation will have hundreds of gowns for sale.
www.PortTownsendWeddingShow.com
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November
Fall Bridal Spectacular
Date: Saturday, November 3, 2007
Location: Washington State Convention & Trade Center
Time: 10 a.m to 6 p.m.
Email: info@fallbridal.com
Website: www.fallbridal.com
AUCTION TIME: 6 p.m to 8 p.m. in adjacent room
Simply Lavish. Simply Trendsetting. Simply the Best Wedding Show In Town.