It's Bridal Show Season! Mark Your Calendars for These Upcoming Events!

Real Weddings Brides…come and see us at any of these upcoming events, and not only will you get a free copy of Real Weddings Magazine and our wedding planning resource guide The Bride’s Guide, you’ll get our Real Weddings Tote Bag and get to register to win great giveaways!

Save-the-date for these upcoming events, and watch our blog for more information as the events draw near. We’ll see you soon at these fabulous bridal shows!

Macy’s Sip & Scan Registry Event at Macy’s Westfield Galleria in Roseville

February 16, 2013 1-4 p.m.
March 21, 2013 6-9 p.m.
April 24, 2013 6-9 p.m.

Get the Star Treatment at Macy’s Sip & Scan Registry Event. Join Macy’s Wedding & Gift Registry for an event featuring fun beverages, hors d’oeuvres, and great registry experts to help you create your dream registry. Attendees will receive a fabulous goodie bag. Admission is free, but please RSVP to reserve your spot. For more information, visit macys.com.

Weddings of Elegance Showcase

February 16, 2013 from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. at The Center of Praise Cathedral in Sacramento.

Admission is free. For more information, log on to centerofpraise.net.

It’s a Wedding Affair

February 17, 2013 from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. at Cameron Park Event Center in Cameron Park.

Admission is free. Enjoy food tastings, meet with wedding vendors, enjoy fashion shows and more. cameronpark.org

Orchard Creek Lodge Bridal Open House

February 17, 2013 from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. at Orchard Creek Lodge in Lincoln

Admission is free. “Old Hollywood” themed bridal open house. For more information, log on to orchardcreeklodge.com/wedding-menus/bridal-open-house.html

Arden Hills Resort Club & Spa Bridal Open House

February 17, 2013, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
March 24, 2013, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
April 21, 2013, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
May 19, 2013, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
June 23, 2013, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
July 21, 2013, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
August 18, 2013, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
September 29, 2013, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
October 20, 2013, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
November 10, 2013, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Admission is free. Enjoy hors d’oeuvres and refreshments and tour the resort. For more information, log on to ardenhills.net.

Macy’s Sip & Scan Registry Event at Macy’s Downtown Plaza in Sacramento

February 21, 2013 from 6-9 p.m.
March 23, 2013 from 1-4 p.m.
May 9, 2013 from 6-9 p.m.

Dream Wedding Show

February 24, 2013 from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. at Cal-Expo in Sacramento.

Admission is $10. Meet more than 150 wedding vendors, and visit the Dream Theme Pavilion for inspiring tabletop designs and wedding themes. dreamweddingshow.com

Sonora Wedding Faire

February 24, 2013 from 12-4 p.m. at the Mother Lode Fairgrounds in Sonora.

Admission is free. Enjoy over 50 vendors and a fashion show. sonoraweddings.net

Chico Winter Bridal Show

February 24, 2013 from 12 – 5 p.m. at Silver Dollar Fairgrounds in Chico.

Admission is $10 for adults. The largest and finest bridal show in Butte, Tehama and Glenn Counties. Find everything you need to plan the wedding of your dreams on site at the show. For more information, log on to ysbridalshow.com/httpdocs/ChicoBridalShowHome.htm

Weddings & More! Special Events Showcase

March 3, 2013 from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. at UC Davis, Freeborn Hall in Davis.

Admission is $10, or $5 by purchasing online in advance. Meet top wedding vendors from the Greater Sacramento area! weddingsandmore.ucdavis.edu

The Firehouse Wedding Showcase

March 3, 2013 from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. at The Firehouse Restaurant in Old Sacramento.

Pre-registration only $5 per person in advance; $10 at the door. The Firehouse Wedding Showcase brings together top event experts, products, and services on one day—to answer questions, offer inspiration, and help you create your perfect wedding experience. For more information and to register, log on to firehouseoldsac.com/weddings.

Wedgewood Weddings Bridal Fair & Open House

March 8, 2013 from 5-8 p.m. at Wedgewood Wedding & Banquet Center Sequoia Mansion in Placerville.

Come to Wedgewood Wedding & Banquet Center Sequoia Mansion’s FREE open house and enjoy complimentary champagne and appetizers as well as the opportunity to tour the house, meet vendors, taste cake and discuss wedding options with the catering sales directors. For more information and to RSVP, log on to new.evite.com/#view_invite:eid=031CAAQZXGL24EMHMEPCNMD2XENRUY

Mother Lode Bridal Faire

March 10, 2013 from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.at Calaveras County Fairgrounds in Angels Camp.

Admission is free. Great vendors and great raffle prizes. calaveras.org

A Little of Everything 2nd Annual Bridal & Quinceanera Expo

March 24, 2013 from 12-4 p.m. at The Courtyard Marriott in Fairfield.

Admission is free. Meet top area vendors, enjoy food and cake tastings along with live music and much more. alittleofeverythingshowcase.com or eventbrite.com/org/2711689880?s=10181034

Sacramento Kings Bridal Show

March 24, 2013. Doors open at 4 p.m. at Sleep Train Arena in Sacramento.

Lace ‘em up, grab your groom and get ready for a great time at the Basketball Bridal Show! Tickets are $12 and are available exclusively at www.BasketballBridalshow.com or by calling (916) 905-5701.

Willow Creek Events Spring Bridal Open House

April 6, 2013 from 12 – 5 p.m. at Willow Creek Events in Browns Valley.

Enjoy photographers, DJs, caterers, bridal fashion, live music, a photo booth and much more at Willow Creek Event’s Spring Bridal Open House! For more information, log on to willowcreekevents.net.

Amador Wedding Faire 2013

April 7, 2013 from 12 – 4 p.m. at Preston Castle in Ione.

Admission for the event is only $5, of which all proceeds go to the Preston Castle Foundation. Brides and grooms are encouraged to come to the Faire, walk around the Castle grounds, and take a mini-tour. For more information, log on to amadorweddings.blogspot.com/2013/02/wedding-professionals-make-historic.html

Fifth Annual Bridal D’Elegance Open House at The Delta King

June 2, 2013 from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. at The Delta King in Sacramento.

Admission is free but please call their sales office to reserve your tickets: 916-442-8052. Enjoy hors d’oeuvres, Champagne, vendor giveaways, a fashion show, entertainment and more. deltaking.com

The Bridal Expo

September 21-22, 2013 and January 25-26, 2014 at Sunrise Mall in Citrus Heights.

Saturday Mall Hours from 10 a.m. – 9 p.m.

Sunday Mall Hours from 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Admission is $20 or $15 if you register online in advance. Fun, exhibits, samples, prizes, fashions and more. For more information, log on to bridal-expos.com.

His & Hers Wedded Affair – A Weekend of Inspiration

October 25 & 26, 2013 at Veterans Hall in Grass Valley.

For more information, log on to joyoflifeevents.com/events.html

BRIDAL SHOW TIPS!

Before you head out to the area’s bridal shows, check out this handy little list of tips to make the most of the experience:

Don’t go it alone—bring a bridesmaid, your mom or a friend (or dare we suggest, your fiancé?). It will be helpful (and more fun!) to have their input and advice.
Bring labels—many vendors offer prizes and contests, and additionally, you may want to request more information from selected vendors. By bringing pre-printed labels, you will save time and the hassle of having to complete this information booth after booth. Information that you might want to include: your name, address, phone, email, fiancé’s name and when you’re getting married.
Bring a notebook—no matter how good your memory is, you’ll want to take some notes on vendors and ideas that catch your eye.
Bring a sturdy tote bag—you’ll be picking up business cards, brochures, etc. Or, come to the shows where Real Weddings Magazine will be and we’ll give you one of our groovy reusable bags!

Blog post by Real Weddings Magazine’s Social Media Maven, Aimee Carroll.

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