THE SOUTHERN BRIDES WEDDING EXPO

hosted by cork brides

SUNDAY THE 3rd OF JANUARY 2027

CONVENTION CENTRE CLAYTON HOTEL SILVERSPRINGS, CORK

exhibitors fashion shows entertainment.
The best expo for cork brides since 2006

We are also back in the same venue on sunday the 5th of september 2027

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Corks longest-running professional Wedding Expo at the Convention Centre, Clayton Hotel Silversprings, Cork, on Sunday, the 3rd of January 2027. Doors open at 11.30 am the Expo closes at 4.30 pm. Bridal Bridesmaids and Mens fashion Shows 1.00pm and 2.30pm.

Experience the excitement of the Southern Brides Wedding Expo. A must attend Wedding Expo for couples planning their big day. Bringing together leading Wedding photographers, Video, Entertainment, Wedding Dresses and Menswear , Wedding Cake Suppliers and so many more

Our Expo will feature many of Cork and Munster’s most trusted wedding suppliers professionals known for their exceptional service, value, and reliability. With 2027 and 2008 weddings  now being planned now is the perfect time to secure your dream team of suppliers.

Explore beautiful bridal gowns, bridesmaids’ dresses and stylish men’s wear — all showcased in our exciting fashion shows at 1.00pm and 2.30pm

One space. One incredible atmosphere. Everything you need to plan your perfect wedding.

Couple reviews

What a great afternoon! Booked some wedding suppliers and watched a fabulous bridal and menswear fashion show. I highly recommend the Southern Brides Wedding Expo to anyone planning their wedding.

Such a lovely afternoon. Such a great atmosphere and easy to chat to the suppliers in such a relaxed space. the fashion show was fantastic. 

It was so special to be at the Expo, and having everything in one large space was so useful for our planning. Not having to find things in other rooms gave the whole event a great atmosphere. Highly recommended

We will be going again to there September Expo. We are getting wed next year still still have plenty more to see.

WEDDING SUPPLIER REVIEWS

So Invited
What a day we just had in Cork 🙂 At the Southern Brides wedding expo @corkbrides today we met some fantastic people, amazing businesses and lovely couples ! With SoInvited we created a little gallery you can all see in our stories.Looking forward to the next event, best of luck to all the vendors we met!!.. and happy planning to all the couples out

Sharon Gregory Bridal.
Thank you Michael and all at Southern Brides for another great show. Great feedback from clients so grateful for all the new clients as a result from the show. Looking forward to the next show in January

Talbot Hotel Cork. Our wedding and sales team had an incredible time today at the Southern Brides Exhibition at Clayton Hotel Silver Springs. It was a pleasure meeting so many enthusiastic brides, grooms, and talented suppliers. The energy and excitement were contagious, and we truly enjoyed connecting and networking with everyone.

A huge thank you to @southernbrides.ie and 

 for hosting such a fantastic event! We can’t wait for the next one.

kayleighbaxtermakeup_
Great day at The Southern Brides Wedding Expo ✨ So lovely to meet such a lovely bunch of future clients and other exhibitors.

Wondrousweddings ireland
“Wonderful Full funToday At The Southern brides Wedding Expo”

HEIGHTS HOTEL KILLARNEY

Busy day here at Southern Brides.

Awesome Weddings
“Huge thanks to all the amazing couples who booked us yesterday at the Southern Brides Wedding Expo 💍💕 We had so much fun with our 🎥 360 Photobooth – such a hit! 🙌 Don’t forget, we also offer the super popular 📸 Photobooths and ✨ Selfie Mirrors – perfect for making your wedding unforgettable!”

 
 TALBOT HOTEL CORK Our wedding and sales team had an incredible time today at the Southern Brides Exhibition at Clayton Hotel Silversprings Cork

Sharon Gregory Bridal.
Thank you Michael and all at Southern Brides for another great show. Great feedback from clients so grateful for all the new clients as a result from the show. Looking forward to the next show in January

Sharon Gregory Bridal.
Thank you Michael and all at Southern Brides for another great show. Great feedback from clients so grateful for all the new clients as a result from the show. Looking forward to the next show in January

Well done from all at Michel Jewellers this is a fantastic wedding fair one of the best of the year,we have been involved with Michael from when he first started and i can truly say the wedding fair has gone from strength to strength.Michels are delighted to be involved every year and as a Gold Supplier have all ways been very happy with the business that we have done and do from the fair.
Give yourself a pat on the back Michael you deserve it
Regards

Dearest Michael,

I just wanted to drop you a few lines just to say how fantastic the day was on Sunday. I was overwhelmed with the amount of people that attended. Busiest show I’ve been to, to date. Many thanks to you and your team. I look forward to being there next year with you.

Best regards

Sarah Donovan Humanist Celebrant

DANNI CAPLIS MAKEUP
Thank you for the great event!

ALAN DALTON GOLDSMITH

GREAT SHOW YESTERDAY

 

Life Path Ceremonies
Great day today at the Southern Brides Wedding Expo
Wedding Fest at the SilverSprings Hotel…met some lovely couples and planning ceremonies now for 2026/27.

🌟 nowandforever.ie
Great day yesterday speaking with lots of bride & grooms to be at the @southernbridesweddingexpo in @claytonhotelsilversprings about their weddings and discussing everything from save the dates and invites to mass booklets, table plans and than you cards.

Fiona Keneddy Wedding Singer
Thanks to @secretballoons_events for the gorgeous photo backdrops including this amazing swing at the Southern brides Wedding Expo in @claytonhotelsilversprings ! 🌸 Fantastic to meet up with the other super suppliers & met some great couples too.. 🎉🎉 Was so lovely to see people getting excited about their wedding ceremony songs! 🎶🤩

ALAN DALTON GOLDSMITH

GREAT SHOW YESTERDAY

 

BOLDLY BOUDIOR

Hi Michael,

 
Thank you for a fantastic day yesterday. It was lovely to meet all the other suppliers, have the chats and make connections. It was also fabulous to chat with so many lovely brides to be and couples!
Well done on an excellent day!
 
Kind regards
 
Sandra

www.instagram.com/maddymadecreations/SOUTHERN BRIDES EXPO  @corkbrides  @claytonhotelsilversprings. Fab day talking to so many couples.

 

Life Path Ceremonies
Great day today at the Southern Brides Wedding Expo
Wedding Fest at the SilverSprings Hotel…met some lovely couples and planning ceremonies now for 2026/27.

🌟 nowandforever.ie
Great day yesterday speaking with lots of bride & grooms to be at the @southernbridesweddingexpo in @claytonhotelsilversprings about their weddings and discussing everything from save the dates and invites to mass booklets, table plans and than you cards.

Fiona Keneddy Wedding Singer
Thanks to @secretballoons_events for the gorgeous photo backdrops including this amazing swing at the Southern brides Wedding Expo in @claytonhotelsilversprings ! 🌸 Fantastic to meet up with the other super suppliers & met some great couples too.. 🎉🎉 Was so lovely to see people getting excited about their wedding ceremony songs! 🎶🤩

So Invited
What a day we just had in Cork 🙂 At the Southern Brides wedding expo @corkbrides today we met some fantastic people, amazing businesses and lovely couples ! With SoInvited we created a little gallery you can all see in our stories.Looking forward to the next event, best of luck to all the vendors we met!!.. and happy planning to all the couples out

ZAC COVENEY MAGICIAN.
Making your wedding unforgettable, one impossible moment at a time.

A huge thank you to everyone I met at @corkbrides Southern Brides Wedding Expo! It was brilliant chatting with so many couples about their big days, hearing your plans, and showing you a little of what I do.

I provide professional wedding magic across Cork & Ireland, designed around your day.

🥂 Drinks reception entertainment
🍽️ After-dinner close-up magic
🎩 Interactive magic shows
✨ Full-day wedding entertainment

kayleighbaxtermakeup_
Great day at The Southern Brides Wedding Expo ✨ So lovely to meet such a lovely bunch of future clients and other exhibitors.

Wondrousweddings ireland
“Wonderful Full funToday At The Southern brides Wedding Expo”

HEIGHTS HOTEL KILLARNEY

Busy day here at Southern Brides.

Awesome Weddings
“Huge thanks to all the amazing couples who booked us yesterday at the Southern Brides Wedding Expo 💍💕 We had so much fun with our 🎥 360 Photobooth – such a hit! 🙌 Don’t forget, we also offer the super popular 📸 Photobooths and ✨ Selfie Mirrors – perfect for making your wedding unforgettable!”

 
 TALBOT HOTEL CORK Our wedding and sales team had an incredible time today at the Southern Brides Exhibition at Clayton Hotel Silversprings Cork

DANNI CAPLIS MAKEUP
Thank you for the great event!

ALAN DALTON GOLDSMITH

GREAT SHOW YESTERDAY

 

Life Path Ceremonies
Great day today at the Southern Brides Wedding Expo
Wedding Fest at the SilverSprings Hotel…met some lovely couples and planning ceremonies now for 2026/27.

🌟 nowandforever.ie
Great day yesterday speaking with lots of bride & grooms to be at the @southernbridesweddingexpo in @claytonhotelsilversprings about their weddings and discussing everything from save the dates and invites to mass booklets, table plans and than you cards.

Fiona Keneddy Wedding Singer
Thanks to @secretballoons_events for the gorgeous photo backdrops including this amazing swing at the Southern brides Wedding Expo in @claytonhotelsilversprings ! 🌸 Fantastic to meet up with the other super suppliers & met some great couples too.. 🎉🎉 Was so lovely to see people getting excited about their wedding ceremony songs! 🎶🤩

BOLDLY BOUDIOR

Hi Michael,

 
Thank you for a fantastic day yesterday. It was lovely to meet all the other suppliers, have the chats and make connections. It was also fabulous to chat with so many lovely brides to be and couples!
Well done on an excellent day!
 
Kind regards
 
Sandra

ALAN DALTON GOLDSMITH

GREAT SHOW YESTERDAY

 

Life Path Ceremonies
Great day today at the Southern Brides Wedding Expo
Wedding Fest at the SilverSprings Hotel…met some lovely couples and planning ceremonies now for 2026/27.

🌟 nowandforever.ie
Great day yesterday speaking with lots of bride & grooms to be at the @southernbridesweddingexpo in @claytonhotelsilversprings about their weddings and discussing everything from save the dates and invites to mass booklets, table plans and than you cards.