Wedding Fairs, Bridal Shows and Open Days

The UK’s cosiest wedding fair is coming to Brighton! ✨ ✨ Alternative wedding suppliers, festive fun, Wedding Santa, mulled wine & a whole lot of Christmas magic brought to you by Quirky Weddings, the UK's favourite alternative wedding brand. 🎄✨ A VERY FESTIVE WEDDING SHOW✨🎄 Calling all nearlyweds who bloody LOVE the festive season…This December, Quirky Weddings is giving the alternative wedding fair a gloriously festive makeover. Welcome to A Very Festive Wedding Show - the UK’s cosiest wedding fair! 🎅💍 Expect brilliant alternative wedding suppliers, twinkly lights, festive décor, winter wedding inspiration, Christmas activities and plenty of opportunities to actually get some wedding planning done while having a ridiculously festive day out. And you don't need to be planning a Christmas wedding to come! Getting married in July but counting down the days until the Christmas decorations go up? You're exactly who we made this for. ❤️ ✨ WHAT'S WAITING FOR YOU? We've taken everything you love about a Quirky Wedding Fair and sprinkled Christmas magic all over it… 🎄 30+ Incredible alternative wedding suppliers – meet creative, inclusive independent businesses who can help make your wedding feel like you 🎅 Wedding Santa's Grotto – tell Santa your wedding wishes and grab a fabulously festive photo 🌟 Nearlyweds Wishing Tree – write a wish for your wedding, marriage or future together and add it to our tree 🍪 Couples Cookie Decorating – decorate a festive cookie together (competitive Christmas decorating absolutely encouraged!) 📸 Christmassy Photobooth – Christmas jumpers, silly poses and your favourite wedding-planning people encouraged ✨ Winter & festive wedding inspiration – discover gorgeous ideas for Christmas and winter weddings without everything having to be traditionally red, green and gold ☕ Mulled Wine & Hot Chocolate – add yours when you book your ticket for maximum cosy points 🎁 Festive surprises – because we can't tell you everything…Basically, come for the wedding planning and stay for the Christmas chaos. 🎄 🌈 ALTERNATIVE. INCLUSIVE. COMPLETELY QUIRKY. The decorations might be festive, but this is still a Quirky Weddings alternative wedding fair. For more than seven years, we've been creating wedding fairs for couples who want to do things their own way.Colourful. Gothic. Geeky. Retro. Rock 'n' roll. Maximalist. Minimalist. Festival. Christmas. Completely unthemed. There is no right way to have a wedding. Our events are proudly LGBTQ+ friendly, inclusive and accessible, with suppliers who understand that your wedding should reflect you – not somebody else's idea of what a wedding is supposed to look like. No judgement. No awkward assumptions. No pressure.Just brilliant people, great ideas and a genuinely fun day out. ❤️ 🎄 PLANNING A CHRISTMAS OR WINTER WEDDING? You're going to LOVE this. We'll have plenty of Christmas wedding ideas, winter styling and festive inspiration to get your imagination going. Think dark and decadent winter weddings, colourful Christmas kitsch, celestial styling, gothic festive glamour, twinkling lights, cosy textures, maximalist sparkle and plenty more. Take the ideas you love, ditch the ones you don't and create something completely yours. ✨ ♿ ACCESSIBILITY & QUIET HOUR We want as many people as possible to be able to enjoy our events comfortably.Detailed venue accessibility information will be available before the event, and assistance dogs are welcome. 🌿 Quiet Hour: 2pm – 3pm Our dedicated Quiet Hour offers a calmer way to experience the show, with: ✨ Reduced visitor numbers ✨ Lower noise levels ✨ A more relaxed atmosphere It's ideal for neurodivergent visitors, people with anxiety or sensory sensitivities, or anyone who finds busy wedding fairs overwhelming. ⚠️ Quiet Hour is separately ticketed and must be booked in advance so we can carefully manage capacity. ♿ Accessible ticket options are also available and include a free carer. 🎟️ TICKETS 🎄 Standard Entry – £5 Prebooking is strongly recommended as our wedding fairs can sell out in advance.👉 No ticket = no guarantee of entry 👉 Booking takes less than a minute 🛍️ PLUS the first pre-booked 25 couples to arrive on the day (and the first 5 couples to arrive for the ticketed Quiet Hour) get a FREE goodie bag filled with goodies, treats and a free digital copy of Quirky Weddings Magazine! Want the full festive experience? Add a mulled wine or hot chocolate when you book your tickets and collect it at the show. Because wandering around a Christmas wedding fair clutching a hot chocolate just feels right. 🎄☕ ✨ VIP EXPERIENCE – £20 PER PERSON Fancy making a proper festive day of it?Your VIP ticket includes:🎟️ Entry to A Very Festive Wedding Show 🥂 A glass of Prosecco ✨ Access to our Pimp Your Prosecco Bar 🛍️ An exclusive Quirky Weddings satin tote packed with £30+ worth of goodies, samples & discounts 📖 A printed copy of Quirky Weddings Magazine worth £8.99Treat yourselves. It is Christmas, after all. 🎅 ⏰ EVENT DETAILS 📍 Hove nr Brighton 📅 Sunday 6 December 2026 ⏱️ 11am – 3pm 🌿 Quiet Hour: 2pm – 3pm – separate ticket required 🎟️ Tickets from £5 🎄 ALL WE WANT FOR CHRISTMAS IS… NEARLYWEDS! Grab your partner, your wedding party, your best mate, your chosen family or whoever else is joining you on this wedding-planning adventure. Wear the Christmas jumper. Decorate the cookie. Make a wish. Get a ridiculous photo. Visit Wedding Santa. Grab a mulled wine. Meet some bloody brilliant wedding suppliers. And get excited about your wedding at the UK’s cosiest wedding fair. ❤️✨ 🎟️ Prebook your tickets now – our events can sell out in advance!

Admission at the door:
8.00

Admission in advance:
5.00

Date & Times:
Sunday, 6th December 2026, 11:00am - 3:00pm

Organiser:
Quirky Weddings

Huge congratulations on your engagement — there is such an exciting time ahead creating a truly unforgettable day. When it comes to planning your wedding, nothing can compare to experiencing it all in person. Our wedding fairs bring together handpicked, trusted suppliers—so you can discover inspired ideas, feel the quality, and secure those once?in?a?lifetime details with total confidence, whether you’re at the very start or adding the finishing flourishes. Step into something truly special at The Bristol and Bath Luxury Wedding Fair, set within the elegant surroundings of the beautiful Bath Spa Hotel. This must?attend wedding fair is your chance to meet exceptional local wedding suppliers and explore a curated selection of services for every part of your celebration. Savour delicious cake tastings, strike a pose for fun photos, enjoy live music, and speak with expert photographers ready to capture every moment. You may also be treated to showstopping fashion shows throughout the day, featuring breath taking bridal wear, plus the occasional surprise too. Enjoy exclusive offers, gather expert advice, and take a venue tour to see exactly how your day could unfold in this stunning setting. The hotel’s experienced team will be on hand throughout to answer your questions and help bring your vision to life. Admission is free, and the fair is open from 11:00am–3:00pm. Join us for an inspiring, luxurious day of wedding planning—come ready to be wowed, and leave with ideas, contacts, and confidence for the celebration of a lifetime. We look forward to meeting you.

Admission at the door:
Free entry

Admission in advance:
Free admission with registration via WeddingFairs.com

Date & Times:
Sunday, 10th January 2027, 11:00am - 3:00pm

Organiser:
Wedding-Exhibitions-UK.co.uk

The Hampshire Wedding Expo- Lakeside-North Harbour-Portsmouth- Sunday 17th January 2027 The Largest One Day Wedding EXPO in Hampshire Over 140 Wedding Businesses Showcasing Easy Access from all transport links Fashion Shows, Live Acts & Entertainment, Owls & Alpacas, Street food & Pizza, Wedding Venues, hotels & unique 1,500+ Free Car Parking Spaces Deluxe Wedding Gift Bags On-site Cafés & eateries And so much more....

Admission at the door:
Ticketed entry

Admission in advance:
£19.95 ticket admits up to 8 people

Date & Times:
Sunday, 17th January 2027, 11:00am - 4:00pm

Organiser:
PMN Wedding Fayres Ltd

An elegant, design-led wedding showcase at London Marriott Hotel Regents Park Discover a wedding setting that feels quietly iconic. Set within one of London’s most beautiful neighbourhoods, London Marriott Hotel Regents Park offers polished city elegance with a calm, secluded feel—perfect for brides who want a statement celebration without the chaos. At the heart of the hotel, the Primrose Hill venue hosts up to 300 guests in a sophisticated, flexible space designed for transformation. Think dramatic florals, immersive lighting, couture tablescapes, and a bespoke flow from ceremony to celebration—brought to life with support from the hotel’s experienced in-house planning team. The location is perfect: moments from Camden Town and Hampstead, plus the briefest of walks rom Regents Park and Primrose Hill, this hotel is exceptionally well connected by tube (nearest Swiss Cottage) and road—yet outside the Congestion Charge zone. Your guests arrive with ease, suppliers load-in smoothly, and your day stays beautifully on schedule. What elevates this venue is the complete, five-star-style experience around the celebration. From sleek bedrooms and suites to a wellness centre, on-site dining and refined lounges, everything is on hand—ideal for hosting a weekend of moments, not just a single event. Prepare in privacy, then step into the celebration with total confidence. Enjoy the calm of a spacious room for bridal prep, slip away to the wellness centre between milestones, or host an intimate toast with your inner circle. The event space benefits from its own private entrance—creating a seamless, exclusive arrival and a discreet experience from start to finish. Whether you’re envisioning timeless romance, modern minimalism, or a fully bespoke concept, Primrose Hill at London Marriott Hotel Regents Park is the refined canvas. Join us at the Wedding Fair to explore ideas, meet the people who can create them, and leave with genuine clarity on how to make your day exceptional. Reasons London brides love this fair Curated inspiration in a luxury hotel setting—see how an elegant London wedding can look and feel. One visit, five distinct venues—compare styles, layouts, and atmospheres without travelling across the city, including the iconic County Hall. A true exhibitor experience—taste cake, explore styling details up close, and discover those finishing touches that will make your wedding perfect. Meet the people who matter—speak with photographers, celebrants, planners and more, and get real answers tailored to your day. Fashion shows (often with menswear, too)—plus the occasional surprise to keep the day exciting. Live entertainment—hear musicians and performers so you can book with confidence. We look forward to seeing you.

Admission at the door:
Free entry

Admission in advance:
Free admission with registration via WeddingFairs.com

Date & Times:
Sunday, 31st January 2027, 11:00am - 3:00pm

Organiser:
Wedding-Exhibitions-UK.co.uk

On Sunday 21st Feb February 2027 you can come and see, not only this beautiful Venue but SIXTY fabulous local Wedding Suppliers from across the North East at our Wedding Fair at Beamish Hall, a breathtaking location for your reception , check out the fabulous Ballroom & woodland grounds where they have a licensed outdoor wedding gazebo, you could even have your ceremony outdoors ! There will be a competition to win an Overnight Stay for TWO with Dinner, Bed & Breakfast from Beamish Hall. Register for SUPER EARLY BIRD DISCOUNTED VIP tickets via this event page or link below https://go2.weddingfairsnortheast.com/wfcombeam Delicious Sunday Lunches as well as other food & drinks will be available in their very own Restaurant & Bar The Stables. Advance booking for Sunday Lunch is essential to avoid disappointment Exhibitor Enquiries: https://go2.weddingfairsnortheast.com/exenq Call 033 00 100 192 Text /Message /Whats App 'BEAMISH' to 0749 321 345 2 Photo courtesy of Forget Me Knot Images

Admission at the door:
Advance Ticket Required

Admission in advance:
Super Early Bird Discount £4 to £10 with Prosecco & Parking.

Date & Times:
Sunday, 21st February 2027, 12:00pm - 3:00pm

Organiser:
Wedding Fairs North East

If you're planning your big day and want something totally you, then The Unconventional Wedding Fair Nottingham at The Big Shed on Sunday 28th February 2027 is where you need to be! 🌈 Here’s what’s going down: Approx. 40 one-of-a-kind wedding suppliers Live entertainment to keep the good vibes going all day Photo booths to strike a pose and get silly 📸 Alternative bridalwear & wedding wear that says "you do you" A kaleidoscope of quirky, colourful wedding inspo – from flowers to accessories and everything in between Street food & drinks to fuel your planning adventure (because who says you can’t plan and snack?) 🍔🍹 A handy show guide to help you soak it all in – without missing a thing! Whether you’re just diving into wedding planning or hunting for those last magical touches, we’ve got what you need with zero pressure and 100% personality. 💥 This isn’t your typical wedding fair. There’s no beige. No boring. No carbon-copy weddings here. We’re all about Your Wedding, Your Way - loud, proud, weird, wonderful, or totally out of this world (yes, even if you want lightsabers or alpacas in bow ties 🦙✨). So grab your partner, your pals, and your planning mood board – and come get inspired by the unexpected. Let’s throw the rulebook out the window and plan the wedding YOU actually want.

Admission at the door:
£5.00

Admission in advance:
£5.00

Date & Times:
Sunday, 28th February 2027, 11:00am - 3:00pm

Organiser:
Unconventional Wedding

The North’s BIGGEST alternative wedding show is COMING! 50+ unique suppliers, live performers, parades, workshops + non-stop vibes! 💖🎪 NORTH WEST LOVE FEST IS COMING The UK’s BIGGEST alternative wedding show is heading North… and it’s bigger, bolder and more ridiculous (in the best way) than ever 🔥 50+ suppliers. Live performances. Parades. Workshops. Non-stop vibes. This isn’t a wedding fair… it’s a full-on festival of wedding planning 💜 ⚡ THE OGs ARE DOING IT AGAIN Quirky Weddings x Unconventional Wedding have teamed up once more to bring you the most epic alternative wedding show you’ve EVER seen. On Sunday 21st March 2027, Bowers Mill in Halifax will transform into a full-blown wedding wonderland packed with creativity, colour and unapologetic personality ✨ If you want a wedding that actually feels like YOU… this is where it starts. ⚠️ THIS EVENT SELLS OUT Our events are known for selling out in advance… and this one is on another level. 👉 Pre-booking is the only way to guarantee entry 👉 Tickets are more expensive on the door 👉 Don’t risk missing out on this one 💜 Grab your ticket now and secure your spot ✨ WHAT’S WAITING FOR YOU 🎪 50+ epic, handpicked inclusive exhibitors 🎶 Live music & performances all day long 👗 The iconic Alternative Wedding Wear Parades 🎤 Hosted by the fabulous drag star Miss Rubella Vaxine 🎨 Inspiration zones styled to perfection 🛠 Workshops, talks & live demos (full lineup coming late 2026) 💡 NEW FOR 2027 – The DIY Zone (get hands-on and make something amazing) 🐶 Dog friendly vibes + FREE doggy treat bags for every pup on the day! 🎉 Surprises, pop-ups and moments you won’t expect 🛍️ PLUS the first pre-booked 25 couples to arrive on the day (and the first 5 couples to arrive for the ticketed Quiet Hour) get a FREE goodie bag filled with goodies, treats and a free digital copy of Quirky Weddings Magazine! This is wedding planning… but make it a PARTY! 💥 HEART-TO-HEART TALKS & WORKSHOPS Our feel-good series of expert mini talks and workshops is back 💜 Expect real, honest advice from some of the North West’s most brilliant wedding pros! (Full lineup announced late 2026) 🌿 QUIET HOUR (2PM – 3PM) We know big events can feel overwhelming - so we’ve brought our much-loved Quirky Quiet Hour 💜 ✨ Lower noise, calmer atmosphere ✨ No loud music or harsh lighting ✨ Reduced crowds ✨ No-pressure browsing (suppliers will only chat if you want them to!) Perfect for anyone who prefers a more relaxed experience. 🎟️ TICKETS 🎟 Standard Entry – £5 (Kids go FREE!) 👉 £8 on the door - save by booking in advance 👉 Prebooking strongly recommended 🛍️ PLUS the first pre-booked 25 couples to arrive on the day (and the first 5 couples to arrive for the ticketed Quiet Hour) get a FREE goodie bag filled with goodies, treats and a free digital copy of Quirky Weddings Magazine! ✨ VIP EXPERIENCE – £20 Live like a VIP and make a day of it 🎉 Includes: 🥂 Entry to North West Love Fest 🍾 A glass of Prosecco ✨ Access to the Pimp Your Prosecco Bar (by Popaball) 🛍 Exclusive Quirky Weddings tote bag with £35+ worth of goodies 📖 Printed copy of Quirky Weddings Magazine (worth £9.99) ♿ Accessible Tickets – £5 Carer goes FREE 💜 📍 EVENT DETAILS 📍 The Venue at Bowers Mill 📅 Sunday 21st March 2027 ⏱️ 11am – 3pm 🌿 Quiet Hour: 2pm – 3pm Approx. 50+ exhibitors ♿ ACCESSIBILITY This venue is fully wheelchair accessible. ✨ Disabled parking available ✨ Accessible toilets ✨ Friendly, supportive team on hand If you have any specific requirements, just drop us a message at [email protected] - we’ve got you 💜 💥 LET'S DO THIS! If you’re planning a wedding that’s anything but ordinary… This is THE event. Bigger. Bolder. More fun. More YOU. 👉 Book your tickets now 👉 Bring your partner, your mates and your dog 👉 Come and experience the UK’s biggest alternative wedding show 💀✨ 🌈 THIS EVENT IS SPONSORED BY UNCONVENTIONAL WEDDING 🌈 Images courtesy of Kirsty Rockett Photography & Hannah Brooke Photography

Admission at the door:
8.00

Admission in advance:
5.00

Date & Times:
Sunday, 21st March 2027, 11:00am - 3:00pm

Organiser:
Quirky Weddings

The South’s BIGGEST alternative wedding show is BACK! 70+ unique suppliers, live performers, parades, workshops + non-stop vibes! 💖🎪 SOUTH WEST LOVE FEST IS BACK The UK’s BIGGEST alternative wedding show is returning… and it’s bigger, bolder and more ridiculous (in the best way) than ever 🔥 70+ suppliers. Live performances. Parades. Workshops. Non-stop vibes. This isn’t a wedding fair… it’s a full-on festival of wedding planning 💜 ⚡ THE OGs ARE DOING IT AGAIN Quirky Weddings x Hawke Barn have teamed up once more to bring you the most epic alternative wedding show you’ve EVER seen. On Sunday 18th April 2027, Junction24 in Somerset will transform into a full-blown wedding wonderland packed with creativity, colour and unapologetic personality ✨ If you want a wedding that actually feels like YOU… this is where it starts. ⚠️ THIS EVENT SELLS OUT Our events are known for selling out in advance… and this one is on another level. 👉 Pre-booking is the only way to guarantee entry 👉 Tickets are more expensive on the door 👉 Don’t risk missing out on this one 💜 Grab your ticket now and secure your spot ✨ WHAT’S WAITING FOR YOU 🎪 70+ epic, handpicked inclusive exhibitors 🎶 Live music & performances all day long 👗 The iconic Alternative Wedding Wear Parades 🎤 Hosted by the fabulous drag star Miss Rubella Vaxine 🎨 Inspiration zones styled to perfection 🛠 Workshops, talks & live demos (full lineup coming Oct 2026) 💡 NEW FOR 2027 – The DIY Zone (get hands-on and make something amazing) 🐶 Dog friendly + free doggy goody bags 🎉 Surprises, pop-ups and moments you won’t expect This is wedding planning… but make it a PARTY. 💥 HEART-TO-HEART TALKS Our feel-good series of expert mini talks is back 💜 Expect real, honest advice from some of the South West’s most brilliant wedding pros! (Full lineup announced October 2026) 🌿 QUIET HOUR (2PM – 3PM) We know big events can feel overwhelming - so we’ve brought our much-loved Quirky Quiet Hour 💜 ✨ Lower noise, calmer atmosphere ✨ No loud music or harsh lighting ✨ Reduced crowds ✨ No-pressure browsing (suppliers will only chat if you want them to!) Perfect for anyone who prefers a more relaxed experience. 🎟️ TICKETS 🎟 Standard Entry – £5 (Kids go FREE!) 👉 £8 on the door - save by booking in advance 👉 Prebooking strongly recommended ✨ VIP EXPERIENCE – £20 Live like a VIP and make a day of it 🎉 Includes: 🥂 Entry to South West Love Fest 🍾 A glass of Prosecco ✨ Access to the Pimp Your Prosecco Bar (by Popaball) 🛍 Exclusive Quirky Weddings tote bag with £35+ worth of goodies 📖 Printed copy of Quirky Weddings Magazine (worth £9.99) ♿ Accessible Tickets – £5 Carer goes FREE 💜 📍 EVENT DETAILS 📍 Junction24, Somerset 📅 Sunday 18th April 2027 ⏱️ 11am – 3pm 🌿 Quiet Hour: 2pm – 3pm Approx. 70+ exhibitors ♿ ACCESSIBILITY This venue is fully wheelchair accessible and all on one level. ✨ Disabled parking available ✨ Accessible toilets ✨ Friendly, supportive team on hand If you have any specific requirements, just drop us a message at [email protected] - we’ve got you 💜 💥 LET'S DO THIS! If you’re planning a wedding that’s anything but ordinary… This is THE event. Bigger. Bolder. More fun. More YOU. 👉 Book your tickets now 👉 Bring your partner, your mates and your dog 👉 Come and experience the UK’s biggest alternative wedding show 💀✨ Images courtesy of Claire Roige Photography and Photography by Vicky

Admission at the door:
8.00

Admission in advance:
5.00

Date & Times:
Sunday, 18th April 2027, 11:00am - 3:00pm

Organiser:
Quirky Weddings

The Scottish Wedding Unconvention is taking over the Biscuit Factory Edinburgh on Sunday the 25th April 2027! Join us at the iconic wedding venue in Edinburgh and plan an equally-iconic wedding! Connect with alternative suppliers, get inspired, get creative, and see the best wedding bands and entertainers in the country LIVE!

Admission at the door:
8.00

Admission in advance:
8.00

Date & Times:
Sunday, 25th April 2027, 11:30am - 4:00pm

Organiser:
The Scottish Wedding Unconvention