JOIN US FOR THE AKRON
WEDDING SHOW!
The Today’s Bride Akron Wedding Show is a Northeast Ohio bride’s dream! Gather your wedding party, mom, and fiancé and plan your entire wedding under one roof on Sunday, March 5, 2023! Shop everything you need to create your dream wedding – with over 100+ of Northeast Ohio’s best wedding professionals – and take advantage of special discounts, deals, prizes, and giveaways.
View our galleries up close and get inspired by the latest trends in reception tables, décor, cakes, photography, and fashion. Then watch as the latest designs for the entire bridal party take on the runway at our live fashion shows! Take advantage of the perks at the area’s most talked-about bridal show. Visit the Today’s Bride Wedding Show on March 5, 2023 to experience Akron’s longest-running and most popular wedding show!
Header Bride image supplied by Allure Bridal.
TICKETS
GENERAL ADMISSION $15.00
Purchase online to SAVE $3 and get tickets for only $12! The ticket includes general admission to the exhibits and features. Children ages 6 & under are free.
4-Pack General Admission $30.00
Save 50% off tickets when you purchase a four-pack of general admission tickets. Sold online only.
DIAMOND tICKET PACKAGE $40.00
Get a limited-time Diamond Ticket! Sold online only.
Each Diamond Ticket includes:
- General Admission to March 5th Wedding Show
- Keepsake Love Glass (drink not included)
- Bride-to-Be or Bride Tribe Sash (your choice)
- LOVE Insulated Cooler Bag
- Pink Slim Can Koozie
- Diamond Pen
- Custom Print from SymbolizeIt.com
- Set of Wedding Bands from ZBJewelers.com
- 2 FREE Tickets to the June 4, 2023 Cleveland Wedding Show
CAN’T FIND YOUR TICKETS? You may have your ticket confirmation email resent to you by visiting the following link here.
Diamond Tickets are non-refundable. To learn more about this bridal show special, click here.
EXPERIENCE THE SHOW
PARKING
Parking is FREE in all city parking lots around the John S. Knight Center.
Decks include Broadway Deck connected to the John S. Knight Center, Cascade, CitiCenter, High/Market & Morley. Handicapped accessible parking is available at the Broadway deck connected to the building by the Skywalk.
Map: Downtown Parking
STAY CONNECTED
EXHIBITORS
From florists and venues to bakeries and photographers, find wedding professionals from all categories at the March 5, 2023 John S. Knight Center Wedding Show. Interested to know who you will meet?
Interested in exhibiting in the show? Space is still available! Visit here for more information.
ACTIVITIES
FASHION SHOWS
See the hottest wedding fashions for you and your entire bridal party on stage! All fashion shows include several bridal shops and tuxedo companies to give you the widest array of options to help find your perfect look.
Show Times: 12:30 PM & 2:30 PM
Fashions are provided by David’s Bridal, All Brides Beautiful, and Men’s Wearhouse. Entertainment and AC Services are provided by Rock The House Entertainment.
GOWN GALLERY
Get up close with the newest bridal gowns on display all day in the Gown Gallery from all of the participating bridal shops!
photography gallery
Photographers from the show have chosen some of their favorite photos to showcase, making it easy to compare different styles and get ideas!
Reception table gallery
Gather trends, themes, and ideas for your reception tables! View completely decorated tables with the latest in centerpieces, china, chairs, and linens. Be sure to vote for your favorite one to award Bride’s Choice 2023!
Cake gallery
Local bakeries show off the latest wedding cake works of art in this delectable gallery. Don’t forget to vote for your favorite design!
LEAF YOUR MARK
From carving your initials to practicing your new signature, you can “leaf” your mark on our tree of love! Plus, it’s the perfect backdrop for a bride-to-be selfie!
Free Caricature Souvenir
The perfect souvenir of a fun day with your bridal party or fiancé. Receive a fun and free live caricature drawing to take home from Featuring You Entertainment!
RING CLEANING
Polish that beautiful ring with a complimentary ring cleaning from the professionals at Sunshine of Ohio!
Ring Selfie Station
We know you’re dying to show off your new bling, and this is the perfect setting to do just that! Choose from a variety of backgrounds, find the perfect angle, and snap away!
BEAUTY BAR
We bring updos to you! Step up to the Beauty Bar to get a mini hair and make-up trial application from Salon Phoenix by Jillian Leigh.
CATERING & CAKE SAMPLES
Taste your way around the show! Stop by our caterers and cake companies while at the show to try a delicous sample!
Show off your status with pride with this “bride-to-be” sash! For just $5, rock your sash around the show and complete your look with “bride tribe” sashes for all your girls. Perfect for your bridal shower and bachelorette party!
BEAUTY & HEALTH
Salon Phoenix by Jillian Leigh
Book a bridal party of 6 or more and the Bride will receive a complimentary hair and makeup application to use on engagement pictures, bridal shower, or rehearsal dinner! You’ll also receive 20% off one in-salon service or product.
CAKES & DESSERTS
Daisy Pops
Add some POP to your wedding or bridal shower with Daisy Pops! Use the code BRIDALSHOW on any cake pop rental including their PopCycle, Large Tiered Stand, or Cake Pop Wall for $50 off! Redeem at www.daisypops.com.
Gailz Goodiez
Receive 10% off an order of $150 or more when you give them a Save The Date for your order! Plus, stop by their booth at the show for a cake pop sample!
Nightshift Baker
Stop by our booth to try a sample! Also, save 10% on your custom cookie order when you book or reserve your date while at the show!
DJS, BANDS & MUSICIANS
Beach Boyz Entertainment
Stop by their booth to inquire about their multi-package and show specials!
FLOWERS
Garden by the Gate Floral Design
Make your wedding planning simple with the Garden by the Gate Today’s Bride Show Special! The entire Wedding Floral Package can be yours for only $3,500 plus tax. Stop by their booth to ask about what is included in the package.
VENUES
Silver Lake Country Club
For any 2024 weddings booked by June 30, 2023, you’ll receive a $500 room rental fee plus a complimentary champagne toast!
The Excelsior Room
Save 10% when you book The Excelsior Room for your event while at the show!
Thunderhead Pines
Book your 2023 event and receive $2,000 off their base price!
White TImbers Winery
The first 5 deposited bookings for 2023 will receive a laser-engraved White Timbers charcuterie board! Any deposited booking for 2024 will lock in the venue package at the current 2023 pricing!
VIDEOGRAPHY
TKC Films
Book your videography with TKC Films and receive $100 off their Silver Package, $200 off their Gold Package, and $300 off their Platinum Package!
