Illinois Wedding Shows & Bridal Expos

Step into an unforgettable afternoon of wedding inspiration at the Elegant Wedding Expo in Peoria, hosted at the beautiful Embassy Suites. This is the premier bridal event in Central Illinois — designed to help you plan your dream wedding with ease, excitement, and confidence. Stroll through a curated collection of trusted wedding professionals showcasing everything from venues, florists, and photographers to entertainment, beauty, catering, décor, and more. Whether you're newly engaged or putting the final touches on your big day, you’ll discover fresh ideas, exclusive deals, and the best wedding pros in the region — all in one place. What to Expect: ✨ Over 70 wedding vendors ready to inspire and guide you 💍 Interactive experiences and gorgeous displays to spark ideas 🎁 Amazing door prizes, including VIP-only drawings 🛍️ VIP early entry at 12:00 PM, plus exclusive swag bags for VIP brides 📸 Endless photo ops perfect for sharing your bridal journey Doors open to VIPs at 12:00 PM, and general admission begins at 1:00 PM. Come ready to explore, meet incredible vendors, and enjoy a fun and stress-free day celebrating your engagement! This is your moment — and we can’t wait to help bring your wedding vision to life. 💗

Parking:
Free

Step into an unforgettable afternoon of wedding inspiration at the Elegant Wedding Expo in Bloomington, IL hosted at the beautiful DoubleTree by Hilton. This is the premier bridal event in Central Illinois — designed to help you plan your dream wedding with ease, excitement, and confidence. Stroll through a curated collection of trusted wedding professionals showcasing everything from venues, florists, and photographers to entertainment, beauty, catering, décor, and more. Whether you're newly engaged or putting the final touches on your big day, you’ll discover fresh ideas, exclusive deals, and the best wedding pros in the region — all in one place. What to Expect: ✨ Over 60 wedding vendors ready to inspire and guide you 💍 Interactive experiences and gorgeous displays to spark ideas 🎁 Amazing door prizes, including VIP-only drawings 🛍️ VIP early entry at 12:00 PM, plus exclusive swag bags for VIP brides 📸 Endless photo ops perfect for sharing your bridal journey Doors open to VIPs at 12:00 PM, and general admission begins at 1:00 PM. Come ready to explore, meet incredible vendors, and enjoy a fun and stress-free day celebrating your engagement! This is your moment — and we can’t wait to help bring your wedding vision to life. 💗

Parking:
Free

For the couples that just got engaged, or the event planners just starting off, the show will feature everything they need. For those who are just looking for fresh ideas and inspiration, there will be plenty of new ideas on display. The Gateway Wedding Show takes the stress out of planning your next event! In just a few hours, you can meet more vendors than you could visit in a month. We bring you a face-to-face sampling of virtually everything you'll need to plan your perfect event! Event Timeline: 4:30pm – Lobby/Rotunda and Small Business Tables open 5:00pm – Main Exhibit Hall Open Some Grand Prize Drawings Cake Dive Fashion Show Honeymoon Grand Prize Drawing 9:00pm – Show Ends

Parking:
FREE Parking

Number of Vendors:
40+

Step into an unforgettable afternoon of wedding inspiration at the Elegant Wedding Expo in Springfield, IL, hosted at the beautiful Crowne Plaza Hotel. This is the premier bridal event in Central Illinois — designed to help you plan your dream wedding with ease, excitement, and confidence. Stroll through a curated collection of trusted wedding professionals showcasing everything from venues, florists, and photographers to entertainment, beauty, catering, décor, and more. Whether you're newly engaged or putting the final touches on your big day, you’ll discover fresh ideas, exclusive deals, and the best wedding pros in the region — all in one place. What to Expect: ✨ Over 75 wedding vendors ready to inspire and guide you 💍 Interactive experiences and gorgeous displays to spark ideas 🎁 Amazing door prizes, including VIP-only drawings 🎉 Fun bridal activities, including our brand-new Expo Bingo game and hidden Golden Rings Quest 🛍️ VIP early entry at 12:00 PM, plus exclusive swag bags for VIP brides 📸 Endless photo ops perfect for sharing your bridal journey Doors open to VIPs at 12:00 PM, and general admission begins at 1:00 PM. Come ready to explore, meet incredible vendors, and enjoy a fun and stress-free day celebrating your engagement! This is your moment — and we can’t wait to help bring your wedding vision to life. 💗

Parking:
Free