Dayton · University of Dayton · Summer 2026
Dayton
Wedding
Show & Expo
The Miami Valley's premier wedding planning event. A fresh, airy afternoon of inspiration, fashion, taste, and one unforgettable grand prize.
Over 80 Vendors ✦ Demos ✦ Decor ✦ Live DJ · Cake & Catering Samples
Date
August 23
Sunday, 2026
Time
11 – 3
Fashion show at 1:30 PM
Venue
Marriott U of D
Dayton, Ohio
Parking
Free
Plenty of room on-site
Save 50% by booking early
Tickets are open.
Single adult admission. Kids 12 and under attend free. Check out with the bride or groom's contact info to receive your tickets and door-prize entry.
50% Off Online
Advance Ticket
$5
Per adult admission
$10 at the door · Kids 12 & under free
★ The Main Event
A runway moment.
Sunday at 1:30 PM
The Fabulous Fashion Show returns with the season's freshest bridal silhouettes and refined men's formalwear. Stay through the finale where bouquets fly into the crowd, and one catch wins a Flowerman gift certificate.
Presented by Henri's Bridal & Men's Wearhouse
Bouquet toss by The Flowerman
MeetThe vendors making it
all happen.
Dayton · Aug 23 · 2026
Sponsor Lineup
Fashion Show Sponsors
Henri's Bridal & Men's Wearhouse
Dayton's beloved bridal salon paired with the standard for men's formalwear, anchoring our 1:30 runway.
DJ & Emcee
Monster Beatz DJs
Setting the tempo for the show and the runway from open to close.
Floral Sponsor · DIY
The Flowerman
DIY floral specialists. Catch a toss bouquet at the end of the runway and win a gift certificate.
Venue Sponsor
Marriott at U of D
Dayton's elevated event destination and our host for the day.
Models & Talent
New View Management
Providing every model walking the runway.
Grand Prize Giveaway
Kitchen Traditions Bridal Registry
Presenting our 7-night vacation resort package giveaway. Must be present to win.
★ Grand Prize Giveaway
A 7-night resort getaway for two.
Drawn live at the end of the Fashion Show. Every couple who registers at the door is automatically entered. You must be present to win.
Presented by Kitchen Traditions Bridal Registry
★ What to Expect
An afternoon of inspiration, tasting, and finding your people.
01 / Runway
The Fashion Show
Wedding gowns, bridesmaid dresses, and men's formalwear walking live at 1:30.
02 / Florals
Bouquet Toss
Catch one of The Flowerman's bouquets after the runway and win a gift certificate.
03 / Tasting
Cake & Catering
Sample bites and sweet things from Dayton's most-booked caterers and bakers.
04 / Decor
Decor & Rentals
See the season's most-talked-about tablescapes, linens, florals, and rental looks in person.
05 / Music
Live DJ & Emcee
Monster Beatz keeps the energy up all afternoon. Meet the team behind your reception soundtrack.
06 / Venue
Marriott U of D Tour
Wander through the Marriott at the University of Dayton and picture your day there.
★ The Venue
Marriott at U of D.
1414 South Patterson BoulevardDayton, OH 45409
See you
August 23, Dayton.
Advance tickets are 50% off, so secure your spot now. Check out with the bride or groom's info to receive your tickets and door-prize entry.