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# Suffolk Wedding Show celebrates its 18th year this weekend
- URL: https://www.ipswich.co.uk/suffolk-wedding-show-celebrates-its-18th-year-this-weekend/
- Published: 2024-09-19T09:17:28.000Z
- Updated: 2026-03-16T15:35:13.000Z
- Description: Ipswich couples planning their big day can find everything under one roof this Sunday at the Suffolk Wedding Show.
- Author: Oliver Rouane-Williams
- Tags: News, #article, The Suffolk Wedding Show, Venue 16, #Import 2026-03-16 14:46

**Why it matters:** Wedding planning can be overwhelming. [The Suffolk Wedding Show](https://www.ipswich.co.uk/tag/the-suffolk-wedding-show/) offers a one-stop shop for couples to meet vendors, get ideas, and potentially book services for their special day.

**The big picture:** The event, celebrating its 18th year, brings together over 50 local suppliers:

- The show runs from 10:30 to 15:00 on Sunday, 22 September **at** [**Venue 16**](https://www.ipswich.co.uk/tag/venue-16/)
- Attendees can meet local florists, photographers, cake makers, and other wedding professionals.
- Live musicians will perform, giving couples the chance to scout potential wedding entertainment.

![The Suffolk Wedding Show founder Melissa Neisler Dickinson and Jamie Smith of Venue 16](https://storage.ghost.io/c/29/1e/291e4b7f-e551-4458-b546-61963954b22f/content/images/2026/03/1726650180-suffolk-wedding-show-3.jpg)

The Suffolk Wedding Show founder Melissa Neisler Dickinson and Jamie Smith of Venue 16 Photo: Lee Hayes (Lee Hayes Photography)

**What to expect:**

- Over 50 local wedding suppliers showcasing their services
- Live music performances
- A café and bar for refreshments
- Opportunities to book vendors on the spot

**What they're saying:** Founder Melissa Neisler Dickinson, who started the show after being disappointed by existing events when she was planning her own wedding in 2006, said: "I wanted to support local wedding suppliers and create an event where couples could find everything they need without travelling to major cities."

![The team of Vintage Dream Wedding Cars](https://storage.ghost.io/c/29/1e/291e4b7f-e551-4458-b546-61963954b22f/content/images/2026/03/1726650425-suffolk-wedding-show-2-1.jpg)

The team of Vintage Dream Wedding Cars Photo: Lee Hayes (Lee Hayes Photography)

**How to attend:** Tickets are available at [www.thesuffolkweddingshow.co.uk](http://www.thesuffolkweddingshow.co.uk/?ref=ipswich.co.uk)

**The bottom line:** Whether you're just engaged or finalising plans, this long-running local show offers a wealth of inspiration and resources for Ipswich couples.

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