A wedding expo is an event where engaged couples can meet a variety of wedding professionals and get ideas and inspiration for their big day. It’s the perfect opportunity to taste the food, see beautiful floral and décor designs, find the latest fashions and more. Check a few items of your wedding planning to do list.
HOW MANY SHOWS DO YOU HOST PER YEAR?
The Wedding Ring hosts wedding expos twice a year across Southwestern Ontario in the following locations: Barrie-Simcoe County, Brantford, Cambridge, Guelph, Hamilton, Kitchener-Waterloo, London, Newmarket-Uxbridge, Niagara, Norfolk, Oakville, Stratford, Woodstock.
WHAT IS THE WEDDING SHOW DATE, LOCATION, TIME?
Fall 2024
• Guelph: Sept 15 – 11 am – 3 pm | Frank Hasenfratz Centre For Excellence *New Location*
• Barrie-Simcoe County: Sept 15 – 11 am – 3 pm | Nottawasaga Resort
• Stratford: Sept 22 – 11 am – 3 pm | Best Western The Arden Park Hotel
• Brantford: Sept 22 – 11 am – 3 pm | Affinity Conference Centre *New Location*
• Niagara: Sept 29 – 11 am – 4 pm | White Oaks Conference Resort and Spa *New Location*
• Kitchener-Waterloo: Oct 6 – 11 am – 4 pm | Bingemans – Ballroom
• London: Oct 20 – 11 am – 3 pm | Best Western Lamplighter Inn
• Newmarket-Uxbridge: Oct 20 – 11 am – 3 pm | Mill Run Golf Club *New Location*
• Hamilton: Oct 27 – 11 am – 4 pm | Hamilton Convention Centre
• Norfolk: Nov 3 – 11 am – 3 pm | Greens of Renton *New Location*
• Cambridge: Nov 3 – 11 am – 3 pm | Tapestry Hall
• Oakville: Nov 10 – 11 am – 3 pm | OE Banquet & Conference Centre *NEW
Winter 2025
• Kitchener-Waterloo: Jan 11&12 – 11 am – 4 pm | Bingemans – Marshall Hall
• Stratford: Feb 1 – 11 am – 3 pm | Best Western The Arden Park Hotel
• Guelph: Feb 8 – 11 am – 3 pm | Frank Hasenfratz Centre For Excellence *New Location*
• Niagara: Feb 22 – 11 am – 4 pm | White Oaks Conference Resort and Spa *New Location*
• London: Feb 23 – 11 am – 3 pm | Best Western Lamplighter Inn
• Oakville: Mar 2 – 11 am – 4 pm | OE Banquet & Conference Centre
• Brantford: Mar 22 – 11 am – 3 pm | Affinity Conference Centre *New Location*
• Cambridge: Apr 6 – 11 am – 3 pm | Tapestry Hall
• Woodstock: Apr 27 – 11 am – 3 pm | Craigowan Golf Club
Hamilton: TBA
Barrie-Simcoe County: TBA
Norfolk County: TBA
5 REASONS YOU SHOULD ATTEND A RING’S WEDDING SHOW
If you’re engaged and feeling overwhelmed, attending a wedding show could be the answer. Whether you just got engaged or your wedding is a week away, The Ring’s Wedding Expo can help with the process.
- Save time and meet local wedding vendors face-to-face, all in one place
- Save money with vendor show specials and discounts
- Get advice from local wedding professionals
- Find out what’s trending
- Win prizes!
WHAT SHOULD I EXPECT AT A WEDDING SHOW?
- Consultations with Leading Wedding Professionals
- Photo Booths for you and your friends
- Cake & Sweet Tastings
- Exciting Contests & Amazing Prizes
- Show Specials & Discounts from exhibitors and sponsors
- Exclusive Fashion Event Access ($$)
WHO SHOULD I BRING TO THE RING’S WEDDING SHOW? IS THIS A GIRL’S ONLY EVENT?
Everyone is welcome! And no not a girls only event, Tons of grooms attend and even some Father’s-of-the-Bride or Groom will be there. Bring your bridesmaids, groomsmaids, groomsmen, maid or matron of honour, sister, brother, father, mother, grandmother, etc. The more the merrier! However, sometimes large groups of people can be overwhelming because everyone has their own opinion. So, it is up to the couple who they want to bring!
*kids are welcome to attend at no charge.
HOW MUCH IS ADMISSION? HOW DO I GET TICKETS?
FREE admission for you and your entire wedding planning entourage if you register before the ticket deadline, then $10 per person at the door.
*kids are welcome to attend at no charge.
DO I HAVE TO PRINT MY TICKETS TO GET IN?
No need to print your tickets in advance, simply give us your name or display them on your mobile device at the show!
CAN I BUY TICKETS AT THE DOOR?
Yes, discounted tickets are sold online or you can buy tickets at the door. Please note that we accept cash or EFT only at the door! ATM’s are onsite but sometimes they do not work.
WHY AREN’T SIMILAR COMPANIES (SUCH AS ALL BAKERIES OR PHOTOGRAPHERS) TOGETHER IN THE SAME AISLE?
Each company requires space to demonstrate its individuality and creativeness.
Yes, there are a lot of prizes and give-aways at the Ring’s Wedding Expo. Many vendors have registrations at their booth. The main prize, a $1000 shopping spree courtesy of Wedsy.ca will be drawn and announced at the end of the show. The Grand Prize Trip will be drawn and announced at the end of the season at our last show.
HOW MUCH IS PARKING? WHERE DO I PARK?
Parking is free at most locations. Hamilton is $15/day to park in the parking garage.
ARE THE SAME EXHIBITORS AT ALL THE SHOWS?
We do have a few vendors who have offices and stores throughout our cities who will be at many of our expos. Most of the exhibitors will be unique to the area. We do our best to connect the regions most talented local wedding professionals with the engaged couples who’ll love working with them.
Not at this time.
You are welcome to take photos of your favorite gowns/formal wear on the runway.
If you find an exhibit or product that you want to photograph, it’s polite to ask the vendor for permission. Most will be happy to be part of your wish list album.
PLEASE NOTE: All Expos will be photographed and/or recorded. By entering the expo, you are granting the Wedding Ring permission to possibly use your image in connection with advertising and/or promotion of The Ring’s Wedding Expos.
Yes, coat check is available at all shows by donation to the MS Society of Canada.
ARE THE RING’S WEDDING EXPOS INCLUSIVE?
At the Ring, we are 100% inclusive. At the Ring, we strive to always be inclusive, and we enthusiastically celebrate all couples from any gender, sexuality, race, religion, colour or disability. All couples are welcome and loved at our expos, in our magazine, and online.
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If you have any other questions, please email us at [email protected].
