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Virginia Beach Weddings

There's nothing more beautiful than having the Atlantic Ocean as your backdrop for an unforgettable beach wedding.  The sand, the surf, the smell of salt air, and the call of seagulls overhead all come together to create the perfect setting for your special day.

 

Here are a few Virginia Beach City links to help get you started:

Obtaining a Marriage License
Beach Weddings - City Guidelines
Fees / Info on Virginia Beach Wedding in a City Park


Accommodations

Siebert Realty - Wedding Houses / Accommodations

(877) 422-2200

(757) 426-6200

Siebert Realty - The Beach People.  Over 400 Beach Home and Condo Rentals for weddings and honeymoons.  Large wedding houses available that can sleep up to 30 people.

 

 

Wedding Caterers:

 

Grand Affairs Catering

www.grandaffairscatering.com 

(757) 460-9786

 

The Kitchen Witch Catering

www.kitchenwitchcatering.com

(252) 453-2260

 


Photographers:

Chuck Burleson Photography

www.burlopro.com

(757) 422-8756


Dance Instructors:

Shockra Studios

Jessica Hayden, Owner, featured on Kelly Ripa's "Masters of Reception".  Shockra is a well known dance studio in NYC, and they have just opened a new studio here in the Hampton Roads area.  Great instructors to coach that once in a lifetime dance on your wedding day!  Or maybe consider having a "dance ceremony" as viewed on YouTube recently.  Celebrate your day through dance! 

 

Private Dance Lessons for Bride & Groom:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hC3Z-0vNwgI

 

Bachelorette Parties (Pole Dancing)

www.shockrastudio.com

212-696-9642

 


Chapels:

Virginia Beach Wedding Chapel 

www.virginiabeachweddingchapel.com

(757) 495-8003

 

The Wedding Chapel at Marinia Shores

http://www.virginiabeachweddingcompany.com  

(757) 641-4010

 

Grand Affairs Catering

http://www.grandaffairscatering.com  

(757) 460-9786

 

Bridal Stores and Accessories:
The Knot Wedding Shop

 

 

Bridal Shows

Show Bride Winter 2010 Bridal Expo

Sunday, January 31, 2010

Sheraton Oceanfront Hotel

3501 Atlantic Avenue, Virginia Beach, VA 23451

The first 100 brides with online tickets receive FREE Wedding Band Sets. Ten lucky brides will each win the Grand Prize Roundtrip Airfare plus 2-Nights Hotel Accommodations For Two to Las Vegas, Reno, Orlando, Los Angeles, New Orleans, Cancun, or Puerto Vallarta! All newlyweds will have an opportunity to see the latest in fashions, entertainment, catering, products and many other wedding services. Each attending bride will have plenty of access visiting top wedding professionals in the Greater Hampton Roads area. Don't miss this chance to meet wedding businesses one on one and plan your special day!

The Smart Bride Bridal Show

Sunday, February 28, 2010

Contemporary Arts Center

2200 Parks Ave   Virginia Beach, VA

Planning your wedding can be such an exciting time. One that is filled with adventure and excitement. But it can also be a stressful time as well. With so many details to plan and decisions to make, it can become overwhelming. That is why Cloud Nine Events started The Smart Bride Blog and now The Smart Bride Bridal Show. Spend an afternoon with wedding experts who will teach you how to deal with those details and make good decisions for the perfect wedding. Our team of wedding experts are some of the areas best in the industry. They are dedicated to helping couples better prepare for the planning process by educating and inspiring them. Get inspired by the latest designs during the show, where you will see actual ideas brought into the design aspect. Professionals will showcase new products as well as quality services for your wedding day. Professionals will be on hand throughout the show to answer your questions, with no strings attached! Free to brides & guests!

Uniquely Yours Bridal Showcase

Sunday, January 17, 2010

Marriott Hotel Waterside

235 East Main Street   Norfolk, VA 23510

Brides are free & guests only $7. Sunday, January 17, 2010 Marriott Norfolk Waterside Doors open at 11:00 am Please join us for the most spectacular bridal show across Virginia. Visit over 100 vendors to make your special day event more memorable. The Fashion Show featuring wedding attire from the area’s top bridal and tuxedo stores including Maya Couture, Pure English, All the Rage, Men’s Wearhouse and Tiffany’s on the Square. Proceeds from the door will be donated to Susan G. Koman For The Cure Of Breast Cancer For questions or information call: Pearl 757.406.7947

International Bridal Expo

Sunday, January 31, 2010

Hampton Roads Convention Center

1610 Coliseum Drive  Hampton, VA

PLANNING A WEDDING...is one of the most special times in a bride's life. What better way to make those plans than to meet the top wedding professionals in person, all in one place! Attendees at The International Bridal Expo can meet dozens of wedding professionals in one afternoon and save countless hours without traveling all over town. At The International Bridal Expo everyone is invited to sit and enjoy our professionally choreographed fashion show with a spectacular array of garments modeled onstage, allowing brides-to-be to see the most up to date options in bridal gown design, bridesmaid dresses and tuxedo formalwear. After the fashion show, brides-to-be can discuss their favorite pieces with store representatives on hand to answer every question. Get ready for the biggest, the best, bridal expo in all of Hampton Roads The International Bridal Expo, In one day, discover what products are available, compare services, and learn how fun and easy it can be to plan your wedding. See a high-energy fashion show featuring the latest in bridal gowns, tuxedos and fashions for the entire wedding party. Shop down aisles and aisles of exhibits featuring the area’s top wedding professionals. Visit Bridal Fashion retailer’s booth at the expo to see the latest bridal gowns, veils, headpieces, flowergirl dresses, accessories, and jewelry that are all special priced just for the expo! All attendees receive a FREE show program that will give the names of the wedding company’s and their special priced package of the day! Sample wedding cakes and pick out your favorite flavors and design. Men's Tuxedos - shop all the styles and colors. Book that day and receive special discounts/giveaways. DJs, bands, ceremony music - decide on your music that will set the mood. Compare locations for your reception - whether it’s a large, city affair, or a cozy intimate event, or a destination wedding. Meet photographers and videographers and choose the ones to record your memories. Select a honeymoon destination from beach resorts to cabins in the mountains. Take advantage of show discounts and special offers promoted by exhibitors and only offered to those who attend The International Bridal Expo. Fashions, fun, and fabulous prizes are waiting for you like; Grand prize giveaways, registered brides-to-be on our website and the day of The International Bridal Expo will have the opportunity to win one of ten, dream vacation packages! (10) chances to win at the largest bridal expo in Hampton Roads, The International Bridal Expo and many other great prizes to win! Valued at over $75,000.00! There will have thousands of dollars in vendor door prizes as well, you must be present to win! Register online today to receive a valuable admission coupon for $5 admission, $7 admission is payable at the door the day of the expo. For more information, call PR Productions 757-714-9153