What is it?
The Live Wedding Experience is a "Wedding Show" like you have never experienced before! It is a fully immersive experience that allows you to see vendors in action, watch how choices will play out on your wedding day, experience food and beverages from a guest's perspective and be part of some of the latest trends in the wedding industry!
What you will see at this show:
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A wide variety of wedding professionals! Ranging from florists, coordinators/planners, caterers, dessert companies, live painters and so much more! And you'll get to see these professionals in action!
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You will be able to see how things actually happen at weddings and talk to the professionals about your day or your ideas specifically!
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Our models will walk you through a sample ceremony, introduction and cake cut, then finally through their first dance and reception!
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You will get a sampling of some of Western New Yorks's best food, drink and dessert!
Schedule of Events
Doors Open
2:00 PM
Enter through The Annex's front door! We'll be there to greet you, grab your welcome mocktail and begin the experience!
Ceremony Experience
2:30 PM
Listen for the DJ to let you know the ceremony is about to begin!
Watch a couple tie the knot while seeing some of our vendors in action - just like a real wedding day!
3:00 PM
3:30 PM
Hand passed appetizers, introductions, & cake cutting. What order will your big day be in? Come see how we do it and ask us why!
Cocktail Hour Experience
Reception Experience
Let's get the party started! Get ready to see a choreographed dance and don’t be shy join in on the fun! No wedding is complete without some late night snacks, so don’t miss out!
4:00 PM
Although you can mingle and chat with vendors all afternoon, we've reserved the last hour for uninterrupted conversation!
Mingle & Chat With Vendors
What to expect?
To feel like you are attending an actual wedding!
All of the design elements you choose, the order in which you schedule your events and vendors you select will have a tremendous impact on your day! Come experience a sample of that!
This is also a wonderful event to explore The Annex! See this gorgeous venue in action! With a capacity of 400 and a sprawling 26 acres - this venue is simply a dream!
And for those couples who already have their venue chosen - come get ideas for you to DIY, meet some of the areas best wedding professionals or just get your group amped up for your big day!
What does my ticket get me?
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Access to a one of a kind immersive experience
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Custom map to help you remember who you spoke with
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Mocktail, appetizers, dessert, late night snack and access to our cash bar
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A view of the best of the best showcasing their craft, in real time!
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Tips & Tricks for seasoned wedding professionals