The National Wedding Show is a consumer wedding-planning exhibition. Its Manchester edition is held at Manchester Central, with suppliers ranging from bridal boutiques to florists, photographers and cake designers, plus catwalk shows and planning advice sessions. The show also runs at NEC Birmingham: see The National Wedding Show Spring.
The October 2026 edition
- Dates: Saturday 24 October (10:00–17:00) and Sunday 25 October 2026 (10:00–16:00)
- Venue: Manchester Central, Petersfield (Central Foyer entrance)
- Admission: ticketed public event; exhibitor enquiries go through the organiser’s website
Planning notes
Couples at wedding shows are often comparing several suppliers in the same category on one visit. If you exhibit, bring clear pricing guidance and a simple way to book a follow-up appointment, and follow up promptly after the weekend.
Our guide to following up exhibition leads sets out a practical routine.
Edition record
- October 2026: 24–25 October, Manchester Central. Confirmed on The National Wedding Show website and the Manchester Central event listing, 20 October 2026.
Sources: nationalweddingshow.co.uk, Manchester Central event listing