The 2020 Wedding Weekend & Expo this past weekend was so much fun! Engaged couples from all over came to the Outer Banks to plan their dream destination wedding. The Wedding Weekend is an amazing opportunity for those who don't live in the area to come and meet tons of wedding pros all in one location on Saturday, and to re-visit at different venues, restaurants, event homes and more the day after. 

Our Wedding Weekend wouldn't be possible without the help of our incredible Platinum & Gold Sponsors! Browse some of their Booth and Tour Stop arrangements below:

PLATINUM

Nags Head Golf Links and Village Beach Club

The Currituck Club

Steamers Restaurant & Catering

Red Sky Cafe

Oak & Brine

Ocean Atlantic Event Rentals

Basnight's Lone Cedar Catering

Camp Cocktail at The Westside Inn by KEES

I Do OBX Weddings & Events

Haven on the Banks

Black Pelican Catering

GOLD

Metro Rental

IC Jewelry 2

Duck Woods Country Club

Whalehead in Historic Corolla

Sugar Creek Restaurant

Sarah D'Ambra Photography

Ryan & Rach Photography

Currituck BBQ Company

The 2020 Outer Banks Wedding Weekend and Expo is two days away! Event sponsors help us create an amazing two-day show and tour for you, and we are honored to feature Gold Sponsor, Currituck BBQ Company on the blog.

Currituck BBQ Company opened its doors in 2006. Started as a father and son team, Paul & Larry Robinson began catering weddings after customers expressed interest in having Currituck BBQ for their receptions.

Photo: Matt Lusk Photography

Since then, they have been able to cater weddings and events from Williamsburg, VA to Carova. Their catering menu and packages offer plenty of options for your wedding. They can cater parties from 50-1,000 people and are well equipped to tailor a menu that works for you.

Visit Currituck BBQ Company at Booth #56, or if you drive through Virginia, visit them on your way out. They are conveniently located on Route 158 in Coinjock.

Header Photo: Brooke Mayo Photographers

TICKETS: Tickets are on sale now! 

VIP Ticket Package ($40)

This special ticket offers you:

• our beautiful waterproof canvas bag
• special promotions and goodies from our Expo Sponsors
• an entry for the chance to win a $1,000 voucher to use with any of our participating Outer Banks Wedding Association vendors.

General Admission ($20)

Tickets grant you entry into the two day expo and the Wedding Tour. These ticket holders are not eligible to enter the VIP giveaway packages. 

The 2020 Outer Banks Wedding Weekend and Expo is literally a few days away! Event sponsors help us create an amazing two-day show and tour for you, and we are honored to feature Gold Sponsor, Ryan & Rach Photography on the blog. 

How long have you been involved in weddings on the Outer Banks? 

We have been actively photographing since 2010 so 10 years!!!

What makes the Outer Banks unique and special to you? 

We love that you can almost go anywhere and you will at least know one person. It doesn’t seem like a small town but it’s so special to have that especially in the busy summers. We love our little community!

What are you most looking forward to about the upcoming 2020 Wedding Weekend + Expo? 

We feel like we say this every year, but being able to hang out with all our friendors. We love seeing how creative everyone can be and it’s so great that we are all there supporting one another.

Do you have any advice for a couple booking your services? 

Try not to get overwhelmed. Go back to your hotel, grab a glass of wine, and talk about what is most important to you.  Also, if you have a gut feeling and want to book a vendor, you need to do it because dates get filled super-fast around these parts :)

What trends are you most excited to see in the upcoming 2020 Weddings? 

Give me all the black and moody decor you can find! Also, some rich colors paired with the darkness of black against the sand... uhhhh yes!!!!

What makes Ryan + Rach different from other Photographers on the Outer Banks? 

I think that we stand out because we are a husband and wife team and we have commonalities with a lot of our couples. We both grew up coming to the Outer Banks with our families and it is also special to us in the same way that it is special to our clients. And not to mention that before we moved here, we got married right in Kill Devil Hills on the beach. 

See for yourself what husband + wife team, Ryan & Rach can do for you at:

Booth #55

The Pavilion at Pirate's Cove Marina

Sanderling Resort

TICKETS: Tickets are on sale now! 

VIP Ticket Package ($40)

This special ticket offers you:

• our beautiful waterproof canvas bag
• special promotions and goodies from our Expo Sponsors
• an entry for the chance to win a $1,000 voucher to use with any of our participating Outer Banks Wedding Association vendors.

General Admission ($20)

Tickets grant you entry into the two day expo and the Wedding Tour. These ticket holders are not eligible to enter the VIP giveaway packages. 

The 2020 Outer Banks Wedding Weekend and Expo is literally THIS weekend! Event sponsors help us create an amazing two-day show and tour for you, and we are honored to feature Platinum Sponsor Ocean Atlantic Event Rentals on the blog. 

Ocean Atlantic Event Rentals is a vital resource for your Outer Banks wedding. They have been in business here on the Outer Banks since 1979, but really began getting into the wedding business in 2003. Ocean Atlantic Event Rentals provides gorgeous tents, tables, chairs, dance floors, lighting, tableware, linens, staging, pool covers and more! 

Visit them at Booth #35 this Saturday and stop by their Open House on Sunday. You can even view them in action at:

• Whalehead in Historic Corolla
• Nags Head Golf Links
• The Pavilion at Pirate's Cove Marina

Photographer: Natalie Heim Photography

Florals: Flower Girls OBX

Coordinator: Southern Hospitality Weddings & Events

Decor: Renee Landry Events

TICKETS: Tickets are on sale now! 

VIP Ticket Package ($40)

This special ticket offers you:

• our beautiful waterproof canvas bag
• special promotions and goodies from our Expo Sponsors
• an entry for the chance to win a $1,000 voucher to use with any of our participating Outer Banks Wedding Association vendors.

General Admission ($20)

Tickets grant you entry into the two day expo and the Wedding Tour. These ticket holders are not eligible to enter the VIP giveaway packages. 

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How do I purchase tickets to the Wedding Weekend and Expo?

Tickets for the Expo can be purchased online here. Tickets can also be purchased at the door on March 7^th, but we do suggest buying online to save time at check-in. All you must do is show the QR code on the E-mail, or bring a printed version. All tickets grant you entry into both the Wedding Expo at First Flight High School on March 7^th, and to our self-guided Wedding Tour on March 8^th.  

What is the difference between a VIP and a General Admission ticket?

VIP Bride and VIP Groom tickets are essential for entering to win our VIP giveaway! VIP ticket holders are automatically entered to win a $1,000 voucher to be used with the vendor of their choice and a canvas tote filled with swag and goodies from our Platinum & Gold Sponsors. VIP tickets are $40.

General Admission tickets are perfect for those who join you for the Wedding Weekend, or for those who may not need the extra VIP perks. General Admission tickets are $20.

How will the VIP Giveaway Winner be announced?

Upon entry to the Expo on Saturday, we encourage all VIP Ticket Holders to visit the giveaway booth to learn more and to pick up your VIP Gift! We will announce the winner of the $1,000 Voucher to use with any of our Wedding Weekend Vendors on Sunday, March 8^th at 4 p.m. on our Instagram page (@obxwa).

How to I redeem my ticket(s)?

If you purchase your tickets online, they will be automatically sent to the E-mail used with purchase. Simply show us the QR code sent in the email, or you can download and print a paper version that we will scan upon entry. For faster entry, you can redeem your tickets during Pre-Registration on Friday, March 6^th, as well as pick up your VIP Tote if you are a VIP Ticket Holder.

What is “pre-registration” on Friday, March 6th?

Pre-registration is not required for ticket holders. If you choose to pre-register, you will be given a wristband which will allow you to skip the line and walk directly into the Expo upon opening on Saturday at 10 a.m.

VIP ticket holders will also be able to redeem their VIP Tote and Lanyard during pre-registration. We will also distribute a copy of the Wedding Weekend Guide complete with a map, booth placements and a list of vendors and tour stops.

Pre-registration will be held at the Outer Banks Wedding Association office from Noon until 7 p.m. Our office is located at:

6345 N. Croatan Highway

Suite 102

Kitty Hawk, NC 27949 

How can I prepare before attending the Expo?

To avoid being overwhelmed on Saturday morning, do your research on our wonderful vendors! Browse our complete list of Expo Vendors, and visit our Blog and social media accounts to get some inspiration from their work. You never know who you'll click with or what ideas might emerge! That's the beauty of this event.

Come prepared with pre-made labels to save time when signing up for giveaways at vendors' booths! Include: name, hometown, phone number, email address, and your wedding date/venue if available.

What should I expect at the Wedding Expo?

There will be over 100 vendors that are eager and excited to meet you! Come hungry as many of our catering, restaurant, and cake vendors will be serving up fresh, scrumptious samples! A lot of vendors offer booking incentives if you book them during the weekend (this is where those pre-made labels come in handy). 

What is the Wedding Tour?

The Wedding Tour is a self-guided open house-like tour. Various venues, restaurants, hotels and businesses throughout the Outer Banks will host Wedding Weekend attendees on Sunday, March 8^th from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. All attendees are encouraged to go on the Wedding Tour! Note: transportation is NOT provided.

This is the perfect opportunity to visit venues (many are set up like a wedding!), and to meet vendors in a more intimate setting. Wedding Weekend attendees will be given a list by town of all the businesses participating in the Wedding Tour.

Is it possible to visit all the venues and businesses participating on the Wedding Tour?

While we believe anything is possible, it’s very unlikely that you could visit every business. There are Tour stops from Manteo to Corolla and many spots in between. However, we do encourage you to attend as many stops as possible to meet with vendors and enjoy exploring the OBX!

Have another question we did not address? Drop us a line: hello@obxwa.com.

Good luck and happy planning!

TICKETS: Tickets are on sale now! 

VIP Ticket Package ($40)

This special ticket offers you:

• our beautiful waterproof canvas bag
• special promotions and goodies from our Expo Sponsors
• an entry for the chance to win a $1,000 voucher to use with any of our participating Outer Banks Wedding Association vendors.

General Admission ($20)

Tickets grant you entry into the two day expo and the Wedding Tour. These ticket holders are not eligible to enter the VIP giveaway packages. 

The 2020 Outer Banks Wedding Weekend and Expo is just around the corner! Event sponsors help us create an amazing two-day show and tour for you, and we are honored to feature Platinum Sponsor Haven on the Banks on the blog. Make plans to visit them at their Expo booth on Saturday, March 7 and stay tuned for details on the always anticipated Sunday, March 8 Wedding Tour!

Haven on the Banks will be at Booth #28 on Saturday, March 7th and will be participating as an Open House on Sunday. You can drop in from 10a.m.-4p.m. at 115 East Dove Street in Nags Head!

TICKETS: Tickets are on sale now! 

VIP Ticket Package ($40)

This special ticket offers you:

• our beautiful waterproof canvas bag
• special promotions and goodies from our Expo Sponsors
• an entry for the chance to win a $1,000 voucher to use with any of our participating Outer Banks Wedding Association vendors.

General Admission ($20)

Tickets grant you entry into the two day expo and the Wedding Tour. These ticket holders are not eligible to enter the VIP giveaway packages. 

The 2020 Wedding Weekend & Expo is less than two weeks away! If you haven’t gotten your tickets yet, you can do that here. Tickets will also be for sale at the door. Today, we are highlighting Whalehead in Historic Corolla. This is a gorgeous ceremony and reception venue that has been in the Outer Banks for 20 years. Make sure to visit at Booth #8 and at their Tour Stop during this year's Wedding Weekend. 

How long have you been involved in weddings on the Outer Banks?

 Whalehead’s property has been a beautiful wedding destination venue location for 20 years.  One of which was featured in Martha Stewart Weddings, 2000 Winter Edition. 

What makes the Outer Banks unique and special to you?

 The tranquility that is felt when sitting on our beautiful beaches watching an amazing sunrise or capturing that perfect sunset picture with the infamous footbridge over the Currituck Sound in Historic Corolla Park.   

What are you most looking forward to about the upcoming 2020 Wedding Weekend + Expo?

 Meeting the couples and sharing in their excitement of what the Outer Banks has to offer for their special day.  It’s exciting for me to introduce the Whalehead property to couples that have never heard of it before.  I’m super excited that Whalehead is a Tour Stop on Sunday, giving couples the opportunity to experience all its grand beauty for themselves.

Do you have any advice for a couple booking your services?

BREATHE and ENJOY the ride!  Building an event from the ground up can seem overwhelming, but I’m here to help every step of the way.

What trends are you most excited to see in the upcoming 2020 Weddings?

2020 trends, I would have to say the tending hues, they will all be stunning at Whalehead.  The Outer Banks event designers & coordinators are so incredibly talented; I am always amazed at the fabulous jobs they do for our couples.

What makes Whalehead in Historic Corolla different from other Venues on the Outer Banks?

Whalehead is a beautifully restored 1920s-era Art Nouveau-style mansion listed on the National Register of Historic Places.  It is also known for the breathtaking backdrops that include 80-year-old Live Oak trees, a unique boathouse, one of a kind footbridge, views of the historic Currituck Beach Lighthouse, and especially the gorgeous sunsets.

TICKETS: Tickets are on sale now! 

VIP Ticket Package ($40)

This special ticket offers you:

• our beautiful waterproof canvas bag
• special promotions and goodies from our Expo Sponsors
• an entry for the chance to win a $1,000 voucher to use with any of our participating Outer Banks Wedding Association vendors.

General Admission ($20)

Tickets grant you entry into the two day expo and the Wedding Tour. These ticket holders are not eligible to enter the VIP giveaway packages. 

Make sure to visit Platinum Sponsor, Red Sky Café at this year’s Outer Banks Wedding Weekend & Expo! Red Sky Café has been a quintessential destination in Duck, NC for over 15 years. Their restaurant and catering services have been a part of many OBX weddings and they are always anticipating more. Visit them at the Expo at Booth #29, and at Knot Home and Crew Quarters for the Tour. Also, check out their sister restaurant, NC Coast Grill & Bar at their Open House. Only a few weeks away!

TICKETS: Tickets are on sale now! 

VIP Ticket Package ($40)

This special ticket offers you:

• our beautiful waterproof canvas bag
• special promotions and goodies from our Expo Sponsors
• an entry for the chance to win a $1,000 voucher to use with any of our participating Outer Banks Wedding Association vendors.

General Admission ($20)

Tickets grant you entry into the two day expo and the Wedding Tour. These ticket holders are not eligible to enter the VIP giveaway packages. 

The 23^rd Annual Wedding Weekend & Expo is only three weeks away and we can’t wait for you all to meet the amazing vendors here on the Outer Banks!

Photo: Matt Lusk Photography

I Do OBX Weddings & Events is able to provide the Floral & Décor, Equipment Rentals, and Officiant Services for your Outer Banks Wedding. Tony Joseph and his team are committed to ensuring that your special day runs as smoothly as possible. They will be at Booth #9 at our Expo (March 7^th), and will be at the following Tour Stops (March 8^th):

• The Black Stallion
• The Currituck Club
• Hilton Garden Inn - Kitty Hawk Pier
• The Pine Island Lodge - Atlantic Realty
• Steamers Restaurant & Catering
• Village Beach Club
• Westside Inn
• Whalehead in Historic Corolla

Header Image: Coastal Shots Photography

TICKETS: Tickets are on sale now! 

VIP Ticket Package ($40)

This special ticket offers you:

• our beautiful waterproof canvas bag
• special promotions and goodies from our Expo Sponsors
• an entry for the chance to win a $1,000 voucher to use with any of our participating Outer Banks Wedding Association vendors.

General Admission ($20)

Tickets grant you entry into the two-day expo and the Wedding Tour. These ticket holders are not eligible to enter the VIP giveaway packages. 

With the 2020 Outer Banks Wedding Weekend & Expo just weeks away, we are shining the light on Platinum Sponsor, Black Pelican Catering. Black Pelican Catering is conveniently located in Kitty Hawk and can cater all along the Outer Banks. The Black Pelican prides itself on being an essential element of weddings on the Outer Banks.

As one of the first catering companies here, they can offer valuable insight to participants of Wedding Weekend, year after year. With hundreds of weddings under their sleeve, they truly know what it takes to make your wedding experience remarkable and stress free. Their superior customer service and reliability are part of what makes them one of the best catering options here on the Outer Banks!

Visit Black Pelican Catering at Expo Booth #25 to sample their food and learn more about what they can do for your destination wedding. Stay tuned to see where they will be participating at this year’s Tour Stops!

Photos: Basnight Elopement esque Photography

TICKETS: Tickets are on sale now! 

VIP Ticket Package ($40)

This special ticket offers you:

• our beautiful waterproof canvas bag
• special promotions and goodies from our Expo Sponsors
• an entry for the chance to win a $1,000 voucher to use with any of our participating Outer Banks Wedding Association vendors.

General Admission ($20)

Tickets grant you entry into the two-day expo and the Wedding Tour. These ticket holders are not eligible to enter the VIP giveaway packages.