Best Wedding Showcase - Harrisburg, January 2019

Event contact title
Owner
Event contact first name
Renee
Event contact last name
Kopp
Email
renee@bestweddingshowcase.com
Event contact telephone number
(717) 733-5683 extension 5
Description

Getting married in Central PA or Berks County? Then visiting a Best Wedding Showcase is where you need to be, where there is so much to see, do, taste, and have fun! It is an exciting destination, with everything imaginable to plan an amazing wedding. You will be inspired as you gather unique ideassample sweets and savories, enjoy decor design and inspiration and relax with a fashion show of beautiful dresses from David's Bridal featuring the latest trends and styles. You will receive expert advice from the area's most trusted wedding professionals, brought to you all in one place.

Bring your fiance, family, and wedding party so that everyone can share this day with you. Treat yourself to a signature cocktail, capture the beauty of your engagement ring in our Ring Selfie Station, add your married name on our New Name Wall, and visit our Flip-Flop Bar where you can create something fun to wear as you are getting ready for your big day.

Do you have a few questions about planning your wedding?  Stroll through our Wedding Inspiration Gallery where you will discover new ideas and uncover the latest trends. Let us surprise you with what you can accomplish in just one day.

Attendee information

You Read and Research, and Like and Share, and Tag and Pin, but now what? There’s nothing like experiencing it all in person. Let us surprise you with what you can discover in a single day.

  • Find your dream dress at our mannequin fashion show.
  • Discover new ideas and uncover the latest trends.
  • Chat with local wedding professionals and receive practical advice.
  • Taste delicious cakes. See beautiful flowers. Experience it live and up close.
  • Explore all of your options and make informed decisions.

Your experience begins with gifts especially for you!

  • A one year subscription to BRIDES Magazine, a $12 value.
  • Entry to our prize drawings, including the chance to win $500 paid at the show directly to your wedding to the exhibitor of your choice.
  • $500 Bridal Bucks/Couples Cash drawing at 2:55 pm and Exhibitors' prize drawings held at 3:00 pm
Show Hours:

11:30 am - 3:30 pm

Central Hotel Harrisburg

Exhibitor information

An exhibit booth at the Best Wedding Showcase provides the opportunity to promote your business to hundreds of motivated couples planning their weddings within Central Pennsylvania and Berks County.

Partner Voices
Overview: The award-winning Orange County Convention Center (OCCC) goes the extra mile to make every day extraordinary by offering customer service excellence and industry-leading partnerships. From their dedicated in-house Rigging team to their robust Exhibitor Services, The Center of Hospitality brings your imagination to life by helping you host unforgettable meetings and events. With more than 2 million square feet of exhibit space, world-class services and a dream destination, we are committed to making even the most ambitious conventions a reality. In October 2023, the Orange County Board of County Commissioners voted to approve allocating Tourist Development Tax funding for the $560 million Phase 5A completion of the OCCC. The Convention Way Grand Concourse project will include enhancements to the North-South Building, featuring an additional 60,000 square feet of meeting space, an 80,000- square-foot ballroom and new entry to the North-South Building along Convention Way. “We are thrilled to begin work on completing our North-South Building which will allow us to meet the growing needs of our clients,” said OCCC Executive Director Mark Tester. “As an economic driver for the community, this project will provide the Center with connectivity and meeting space to host more events and continue to infuse the local economy with new money and expanding business opportunities.” Amenities: The Center of Hospitality goes above and beyond by offering world-class customer service and industry-leading partnerships. From the largest convention center Wi-Fi network to custom LAN/WAN design, the Center takes pride in enhancing exhibitor and customer experience.  The OCCC is the exclusive provider of electricity (24-hour power at no additional cost), aerial rigging and lighting, water, natural gas and propane, compressed air, and cable TV services. Convenience The Center is at the epicenter of the destination, with an abundance of hotels, restaurants, and attractions within walking distance. Pedestrian bridges connect both buildings to more than 5,200 rooms and is within a 15-minute drive from the Orlando International Airport. The convenience of the location goes hand-in-hand with top notch service to help meet an event’s every need. Gold Key Members The OCCC’s Gold Key Members represent the best of the best when it comes to exceptional service and exclusive benefits for clients, exhibitors and guests. The Center’s Gold Key memberships with Universal Orlando Resort, SeaWorld Orlando and Walt Disney World greatly enhance meeting planner and attendee experiences offering world-renowned venues, immersive experiences and creative resources for their events. OCCC Events: This fiscal year, the OCCC is projected to host 168 events, 1.7 million attendees, and $2.9 billion in economic impact.  The Center’s top five events during their 2022-2023 fiscal year included:  AAU Jr. National Volleyball Championships 2023 200,000 Attendees $257 Million in Economic Impact MEGACON 2023 160,000 Attendees $205 Million in Economic Impact Open Championship Series 2023 69,500 Attendees $89 Million in Economic Impact Sunshine Classic 2023 42,000 Attendees $54 Million in Economic Impact Premiere Orlando 2023 42,000 Attendees $108 Million in Economic Impact