Just engaged? Well you’re in luck! Bridal shows, venue open houses and wedding expos are back…with safety measures in place to protect attendees and vendors!
Real Weddings has rounded up the best events in the area and they’re on our Events page! The wedding pros at these events are committed to helping you plan the perfect wedding day of your dreams!
Check out these events happening in January 2022, and follow our FB Events Page and our online Events Page for even more events (note, we’re constantly adding more events, so make sure you check back often!)!
EVENT: Chico Bridal Show
WHEN: Sunday, January 9, 2022
TIME: 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
WHERE: Silver Dollar Fairgrounds in Chico
COST: Admission is $10 for adults; $1 for children 12 to 16; children under 11 are free with paying adult
FIND OUT MORE: Show website; Show FB Page; Show Insta Page
EVENT: Bridal Expo at Crowne Plaza/Wyndham Sacramento — POSTPONED DUE TO ONGOING PANDEMIC
WHEN: Sunday, January 9, 2022
TIME: 12-6 p.m.
WHERE: Crowne Plaza Hotel Sacramento/Wyndham Sacramento at 5321 Date Ave. in Sacramento
COST: $8 and they can be purchased here!
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EVENT: Grand Reno Bridal Showcase
WHEN: Sunday, January 16, 2022
TIME: 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
WHERE: Grand Sierra Resort at 2500 E 2nd Street in Reno, Nevada
COST: Tickets are $12 each or $65 for the VIP experience—learn more here!
FIND OUT MORE: Show website; Show FB Page
EVENT: International Wedding Festival—Sacramento Bridal Show
WHEN: Sunday, January 23, 2022
TIME: 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
WHERE: Sacramento Grand Sheraton at 1230 J Street in Sacramento
COST: Tickets are $15 or $100 for the VIP experience! Learn more here!
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EVENT: Vizcaya Sacramento Wedding Venue Open House
WHEN: Sunday, January 23, 2022
TIME: 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
WHERE: Vizcaya Sacramento at 2019 21st Street in Sacramento
COST: FREE, but you need to RSVP in advance here!
FIND OUT MORE: Show website; Show FB Page; Show Insta Page
EVENT: Arden Hills Sacramento Wedding Venue Bridal Open House
WHEN: Sunday, January 30, 2022
TIME: 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
WHERE: Arden Hills at 1220 Arden Hills Lane in Sacramento
COST: FREE!
FIND OUT MORE: Show website; Show FB Page; Show Insta Page
EVENT: International Wedding Festival—Modesto Bridal Show
WHEN: Sunday, January 30, 2022
TIME: 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
WHERE: Modesto Centre Plaza at 1000 L Street in Modesto
COST: Tickets are $15 or $100 for the VIP experience! Learn more here!
FIND OUT MORE: Show website; Show FB Page; Show Insta Page
EVENT: Bridal Open House at The Willow Ballroom & Event Center
WHEN: Sunday, January 30, 2022
TIME: 1 p.m. – 3 p.m.
WHERE: The Willow Ballroom & Event Center at 10724 California 160 in Hood
COST: $15—click here to get your tickets now!
FIND OUT MORE: Show website; Show FB Page; Show Insta Page
But…before you head out to the area’s wedding and bridal show event and venue open houses, check out this handy little list of tips to make the most of the experience:
- Create a “wedding” only email— you’ll want to have a specific email address just for your wedding business. You’ll be getting a lot of information sent to the email that you register with at bridal shows, so it’s nice to have it all in one place separate from your work and/or personal email.
- 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 or make sure you’ve got enough space on your phone for photos—no matter how good your memory is, you’ll want to take some notes (either old school in a dedicated wedding notebook or on your phone) 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 (these are the ones listed on our events page!) and we’ll give you one of our groovy reusable bags!
Cannot wait to meet each and every one of you!
