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Information on this calendar has been supplied by the show or event producers and is believed to be correct as of press time. Please be sure to verify all information such as locations, dates and times. Read more on upcoming events: blog.realweddings.ca Saturday & Sunday, January 5 & 6, 2013 34th Annual Wedding Fair Sunday, January 13, 2013 Spring Bridal Exhibition Sunday, January 27, 2013 Fraser Valley Wedding Fair Westin Bayshore Resort & Marina 1601 Bayshore Drive, Vancouver 604-251-9491 weddingfair.ca With over 150 exhibitors, brides and grooms-to-be, and their family and friends, can find fresh ideas and reputable industry professionals to help them plan the wedding of their dreams. The show includes a Fashion Show Extravaganza featuring gorgeous gowns, beautiful bridesmaid dresses and honeymoon lingerie. With over 1,000 unique prizes and gifts valued at over $250,000 including the Dream Wedding, this show promises to be a highlight! See our ad on page 11. Pearkes Recreation Centre 3100 Tillicum Rd, Victoria bridal.ieginc.ca Billed as Vancouver Island���s largest bridal trade show, the Victoria fair runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and includes fashion shows and a grand prize honeymoon draw. Admission is $15 at the door, or $10 advance tickets available at Thrifty Foods. Ramada Plaza Hotel 36035 North Parallel Road, Abbotsford valleyweddingsolutions.com This fifth annual show offers free admission and features a fashion show, local vendors, plus dozens of door prizes. Sunday, January 6, 2013 Okanagan Bridal Expo Prospera Place 1223 Water Street, Kelowna okbridalexpo@live.ca okanaganbridalexpo.com Kelowna-area brides-to-be can enjoy fashion shows, meet local vendors and enter to win one of several prizes. Saturday & Sunday, January 12 & 13, 2013 It���s My Wedding TRADEX Trade & Exhibition Centre 1190 Cornell Street, Abbotsford 604-807-1553 zoey@itsmywedding.ca itsmywedding.ca This large-scale wedding show in the Fraser Valley includes fashion shows, valuable prizes and more. Featuring special guest Monte Durham from TLC���s Say Yes to the Dress Atlanta. calendar Show Tips ��� Buy your show tickets online. They���re almost always cheaper in advance than at the door. ��� Most shows offer several prize draws, each requiring a ballot. Save yourself time and writer���s cramp by producing computergenerated labels at home with all your contact details and your wedding date. ��� Check the show schedule online before you go to ensure you don���t miss out on fashion shows, special events or prize giveaways. ��� Bring a pen and notebook or smartphone to keep track of ideas or products you like. Sunday, January 20, 2013 Engage Sunday, January 27, 2013 Vernon Bridal Event The Vancouver Club 915 West Hastings Street, Vancouver 604-685-9321 vancouverclub.ca/weddings/engage The Vancouver Club���s second annual boutique bridal showcase features a live runway show featuring couture wedding fashions from Blush Bridal. Tickets are $35 online or at the door. Best Western Vernon Lodge 3914 32nd Street, Vernon vernonbridalevent.com This seventh annual exhibition showcases local wedding industry suppliers and promotes Vernon and the North Okanagan as one of Canada���s prime wedding destinations. The show runs from noon to 5 p.m., and includes fashion shows at 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. Tickets are $10 and available at Harris Flowers and Nor-Val Event Rentals in Vernon. Sunday, January 20, 2013 Courtenay Spring Bridal Exhibition Sunday, January 27, 2013 Kamloops Bridal Fair Florence Filberg Centre, Courtenay bridal.ieginc.ca Show runs from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Admission is $10, available at the door or online, and at all Vancouver Island Thrifty Foods locations. Saturday, January 26, 2013 Indie I Do Heritage Hall 3102 Main Street, Vancouver indieido.com Bringing together independent, edgy and innovative exhibitors, the fifth annual Indie I Do provides alternatives to express your unique personalities and style. Open from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., featuring more than 30 local vendors, swag bags for the first 30 couples and roaming fashion shows and entertainment. Saturday, January 26, 2013 Sunshine Coast Bridal Affair Seaside Centre 5790 Teredo Street, Sechelt sunshinecoastweddings.ca The 13th annual wedding show for Sunshine Coast brides runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and features bridal fashions, prizes and draws and the latest in trends and ideas. Tickets are free by registering online at sunshinecoastweddings.ca/registration.html Campus Activity Centre Thompson Rivers University, Kamloops bridalfair@tru.ca tru.ca/kamloopsbridalfair.html Admission is free to this annual event for Kamloops couples and wedding parties. Compare prices, sample items and set up future meetings with local vendors for your special day. Pre-register online to ensure admission and a complimentary gift bag and other giveaways. Sunday, February 3, 2013 Enamoured: A Bespoke Bridal Event Okanagan Golf Club 3200 Via Centrale, Kelowna 1-888-418-6515 info@enamouredbride.com enamouredbride.com Kelowna���s most opulent wedding show caters to the bride with a discerning taste, with a collective of the Okanagan Valley���s finest in the wedding industry. The event includes a fashion show by Bliss Bridal, workshops, hosted wine and canap��s. Tickets are $20 and available at the Wedding Caf�� or online. Sunday, February 10, 2013 Nanaimo Spring Bridal Exhibition Beban Park Social Centre, Nanaimo bridal.ieginc.ca Show runs from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is $10 in advance or $13 at the door. Purchase tickets online or at all Vancouver Island Thrifty Foods locations. Sunday, February 17, 2013 Victoria Wedding Show Victoria Crystal Garden 713 Douglas Street, Victoria 1-800-670-8833 bridalevents.ca Meet with more than 80 wedding professionals and see the latest stunning creations in bridal gowns during fashion shows at 11:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. Plus, enter to win the grand prize of a $15,000 wedding package. Show runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tickets are $18 in advance or $20 at the door. photo courtesy Daniela ciuffa, Brock house WeDDing shoW 10 | Complete Weddings 2013 p09-12_Calendar.indd 10 12-11-28 10:51 AM