The Outer Banks Wedding Weekend & Expo is fast approaching, and many of our vendors are eager to meet engaged couples from all over! There is a lot going on, and we're here to break it down for you. 

Purchase Tickets

Pre-purchase tickets here now, or purchase at the door. We offer two types of tickets: VIP and General Admission. VIP Tickets enters you into a giveaway to win $1,000 voucher to use with the vendor of your choice, a swag bag filled with goodies from our awesome sponsors and other benefits. General Admission tickets are perfect for those who join you for the Wedding Weekend.

If you pre-purchase online, you will receive a confirmation email from us (hello@obxwa.com). Please note: tickets are not mailed or emailed; you will redeem at the door of the Expo at First Flight High School or pre-registration at the OBWA office on Friday, January 18th (more on that below).

Pick Up Your Tix on Friday (Pre-registration)

Purchased tickets online? Perfect! Skip the lines Saturday and Sunday and check-in early on Friday, January 18th at the OBWA Office (from Noon until 8 p.m.; located at 128 Grenville Street in Manteo). Upon checking in at our OBWA Welcome Center, you will receive your wristbands (your "ticket" for entry), VIP items if applicable, and all the weekend info you need. Simply show your wristband at the door in the morning and walk in! 

Not able to redeem on Friday? No problem! You can redeem your ticket at the Expo doors on Saturday and Sunday.

Pre-Expo Prep: Book Accommodations Now + Browse Expo Perks and Vendors

Plan your accommodations now, and be prepared to meet with lots of amazing vendors throughout the weekend. From discounts to generous booking incentives, we encourage you to take advantage of the numerous offers available from our vendors on the Expo Perks page (please note that because expo vendors may offer more discounts, giveaways and booking incentives that we may not be aware of, we encourage you to visit all of the vendors participating in the expo!).  

At the Expo: Take Notes and Photos + Come Hungry!

Our vendors will have some seriously decked out booths to inspire your wedding décor! Take photos of things you love. Prepare a list of vendor categories and take notes on which ones you connect with. Tons of couples book vendors during the weekend, so make sure you track what you have booked, paid for, and agreed to! Bring pre-printed labels with your contact info to quickly sign up for giveaways (you will love us for this tip!). Lastly, many of our catering companies provide delicious samples. You won't want to miss the chance to enjoy these free tastings, so come hungry!

Wedding Tour 

The Saturday evening Wedding Tour takes place from 3 p.m. until 8 p.m. (or later depending on venue). The Wedding Tour is a self-guided tour that takes place at various wedding venues, hotels, storefronts, and restaurants all throughout the Outer Banks. This is the perfect opportunity to visit the venues (many are set up like a wedding!), and to meet vendors in a more intimate setting. VIP Ticket holder's should bring their lanyard to collect stickers from each location which can be redeemed for extra tickets to enter into the VIP giveaway packages. Wedding Weekend attendees will be given a list of all the venues participating in the Wedding Tour at pre-registration or on the day of the Expo. View a list of the Wedding Tour stops and vendors here!

Most importantly, have fun and enjoy yourself!

We know wedding planning can be overwhelming, but this weekend is designed to help you. With the access you are gaining to these knowledgeable professionals, we know you'll have an amazing time and a great team in place when all is said and done. We love to see your photos. Please share your memories from the weekend and follow us on Instagram @obxwa, or like our Facebook page! 

View the Digital Expo Guide!

You will also receive a print copy at the door.

More questions? Click below to view our FAQ's!

Tents, accessories, dance floors, chairs, tables, linens, china, glassware, flatware and more. Metro Rental provides couples with some beautiful pieces to make their dream wedding a magical event. Get a closer look and some inspiration for your own wedding day as they take over the OBXWA Instagram all day today!

Make plans now to visit with Metro Rental at the Wedding Weekend and Expo next weekend, January 19-20, 2019! They will be located at booth #91. In addition, plan to swing by their show room right near the Expo in Kill Devil Hills during the Saturday evening Wedding Tour.

Photos: Genevieve Stewart Photography

Whether you're renting a wedding event home in the 4x4 area of Carova, hosting a small intimate gathering, or throwing a grand event for hundreds, Basnight's Lone Cedar Café can cater to it all. With their warm hospitality and established family-run business, Lone Cedar has become an Outer Banks staple on the Nags Head/Manteo Causeway.

See more of Basnight's Lone Cedar Café's fresh, local and customizable food and their spacious, sweeping views of the sound today as they take over the OBXWA Instagram.

Make plans now to visit with Basnight's Lone Cedar Café, a Platinum Sponsor at the Wedding Weekend and Expo January 19-20th. They will be located at booth $6. In addition, Basnight's Lone Cedar Café will be hosting over a dozen OBWA vendors as a tour stop during the Saturday evening Wedding Tour. 

Photos: Sarah Keenan Creative

If you're looking for sweeping views of the Currituck Sound that produces a gorgeous setting, then The Currituck Club is your venue. With a spacious clubhouse that overlooks the Live Oak trees and lush greenery,  The Currituck Club provides a wonderful space for your wedding events. To see the views for yourself, follow along all day today on the OBXWA Instagram account as The Currituck Club takes over to share their gorgeous space and services!

Make plans to stop by their booth (#12  during the 2019 Wedding Weekend and Expo. Additionally, they will be a tour stop you won't want to miss during Saturday's Wedding Tour.

Purchase Expo tickets here, and check out all of the amazing vendors here.

Cover Photo: ColemanShots

With some grand and gorgeous event homes and MANY accommodations for guests and wedding parties, KEES Vacations is an excellent option when looking to book on the Outer Banks. Their flexibility and amenity packages will ensure your Outer Banks stay is exceptional and one less thing to worry about leading up to your wedding day.

You'll have the chance to get a sneak peek at some of KEES Vacations amazing homes and services as they take over the OBWA Instagram account all day today, Thursday, January 3rd.

Make plans to visit the KEES Vacations Platinum Sponsor booth (#66), and on Saturday's Wedding Tour, see Oceans 24, a gorgeous oceanfront home in Kill Devil Hills, or visit The Black Stallion in Corolla!

Purchase Expo tickets here, and check out all of the amazing vendors here.

Tents, accessories, dance floors, chairs, tables, linens, china, glassware, flatware and more. Ocean Atlantic Event Rentals provides couples with endless options to make their Outer Banks wedding a magical event. Get a closer look and some inspiration for your own wedding day as they take over the OBXWA Instagram stories all day today!

You'll have multiple chances to meet with OAER at January's Wedding Weekend on the 19th and 20th. See them at their booth (#36) or visit their showroom in Kill Devil Hills during Saturday's Wedding Tour.

Purchase tickets here, and check out all of the amazing vendors here.

Cover Photo: Coastal Shots Photography

The 2019 Outer Banks Wedding Weekend and Expo will be here soon! Leading up to the event, we are proud to feature our sponsors to thank them for their support. Their sponsorships help us create an amazing two-day event for you and your wedding planning support crew. As you prep to dive into hiring your dream team of vendors, get to know more about a 2019 Platinum sponsor, Basnight's Lone Cedar Catering. You can find them at Booth #6, and two tour stop locations during the weekend.

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

Basnight's Lone Cedar Cafe has been in business for 23 years.

What makes the Outer Banks unique and special to you?

The diverse beauty and nature. We have uninterrupted sky lines unlike our neighbors to the North (VA Beach), pristine beaches, beautiful sound views/waterways, 4x4 beaches, an array of fabulous venues that all have different unique features, lovely golf courses, and of course, access to scrumptious local seafood.

What is unique about your business? What are you known for?

We are known for using only fresh, local seafood (which we clean on-site in our fish cleaning house), and also, our flexibility in creating personalized menus. Since we make everything in house, we are able to create any menu to fit your needs. No boxed, bagged or frozen here.

We are also know for our on-site herb and vegetable garden where we grow fresh herbs and vegetables used in both the restaurant and catering!

What are you most looking forward to about the 2019 Wedding Weekend? 

We look forward to meeting with all the happy couples and telling them about what we can do for them!

Our advice would be to do your research ahead of time, focus on vendors that you want to see at both the expo and tour stop first, book soon if you have not already since calendars tend to fill up expo weekend, brings labeled stickers for personal info/drawings, and of course, relax and enjoy!

Are you participating at or hosting any of the Saturday Wedding Tour stops?

Yes! At Basnight's Lone Cedar Cafe! Please join us for music, drinks and scrumptious light hors d'oeuvre of course! We will also be at Pine Island Lodge that evening with food samples for couples to try! 

Please provide any other information about yourself/business that a couple MUST know!

We cater both on-site and off-site.

We offer booking incentives for booking more than one event with us.

We drop off's for things like morning of the wedding brunch, the day after brunch and/or dinner, welcome parties, drop-offs for fishing excursions, etc.

We offer personal chef services, and can accommodate events ranging from 2 - 2000.

We make everything in house so we can accommodate Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian, etc.

You will NEVER find imported seafood on your plate when dining with us! It's only the best, local seafood!

We have been featured on both the Food Network and the Travel Channel!

Every year we travel to a different state as the only, featured local seafood vendor for Farm Aid with Willy Nelson!

GET YOUR TICKETS NOW! MORE DETAILS ON THE WEEKEND EVENTS HERE.

Wedding Date: September 6, 2018 

Arielle and Miguel celebrated their destination wedding at the Wild Horse event home. Their wedding was simply magical with a touch of bohemian elegance, a modern-beach feel, and plenty of unique touches that are totally Pin-worthy. A gorgeous sunset made for amazing photo ops, and a fun "La Hora Loca" brought their day to an end. Scroll on to see their beautiful OBX wedding!

Photographer: Sarah D'Ambra Photography

Ceremony + Reception Venue: Wild Horse Coastal Estate

Officiant: I Do OBX Weddings

Floral + Decor: Bells & Whistles

Hair + Makeup: Glimmer Hair and Makeup

Planner / Coordinator: Southern Hospitality Weddings & Events

Caterer: Steamers Restaurant & Catering

Cake: Great Cakes! of the Outer Banks

DJ: Coastal DJ & Video

Equipment Rentals: Amaranth + Artifact (lounge); Ocean Atlantic Event Rentals

The 2019 Outer Banks Wedding Weekend and Expo will be here before we know it! Leading up to the event, we are proud to feature our sponsors to thank them for their support. Their sponsorships help us create an amazing two-day event for you and your wedding planning support crew. As you prep to dive into hiring your dream team of vendors, get to know more about Ocean Atlantic Event Rentals and swing by to meet them at Expo booth #36, their show room and various venues for the Wedding Tour!

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

Ocean Atlantic Rentals originated in 1979 providing rental gear to vacationing families. Our wedding division expanded into its own thriving business beginning in 2003.

What makes the Outer Banks unique and special to you?

The majority of the brides we work with are destination brides. These couples have chosen our small yet beautiful beach over every other location in the world to spend one of the most special days of their lives. Each couple brings a unique vision to our beaches. When you have the opportunity to contribute to someone’s special day, it serves as a reminder of how blessed we are and not to take our home for granted. It is truly rewarding to be able to help them achieve their wedding vision, whether it is a relaxed beachside occasion or a high end formal affair. It is also such an honor to work alongside many other talented OBX vendors!

Sarah D'Ambra Photography

What is unique about your business? What are you known for?

We feel that it is an honor to be chosen to be apart of our clients event team. We do everything in our ability to help make our clients’ dreams come true. We strive to be recognized for optimum customer service. At the end of the day, seeing the joy, satisfaction, and excitement on our clients’ faces is what we are here for.

What are you most looking forward to about the 2019 Wedding Weekend? Do you have any advice for a couple booking your services?

As most of our clients are out of town, the majority of our correspondence takes place over the phone or by email. We are so excited to be able to actually meet our new and pre-existing clients in person at the expo! We also are always eager to see the gorgeous booths all the vendors have designed for their spaces.

The 2019 Outer Banks Wedding Weekend and Expo will be here before we know it! Leading up to the event, we are proud to feature our sponsors to thank them for their support. Their sponsorships help us create an amazing two-day event for you and your wedding planning support crew. As you prep to dive into hiring your dream team of vendors, get to know more about Reel Love Weddings and swing by to meet them at booth #99!

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

We have been filming weddings here since 2010!

What makes working with Outer Banks weddings unique and special to you?

I love that we get to work with the same local vendors a lot. It's nice to show up to a wedding venue and see familiar faces that you know will help you to create a great wedding day. Wait...can I say the beach thing, too? That we get to shoot weddings on the beach…

What is unique about your business? What are you known for?

What are you most looking forward to about the 2019 Wedding Weekend? Do you have any advice for a couple booking your services?

I always look forward to meeting potential brides and it's also a great opportunity to see all of the other great vendors we have in one place. My advice to anyone attending would be to just breath and not get to overwhelmed. :) 

I always ask couples to take a look at our website and watch some of our videos. I want them to be sure we are a good fit for them and it helps them envision their own wedding film. I would also advise them to hire us...because we are awesome.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=13&v=QMvhDV0yYqU

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iaZ50N3uK-U

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
• a VIP lanyard for our Wedding Venue Tour + Giveaway Entries. The VIP lanyard is essential for touring around our venues and gathering stickers from our participating venues. These stickers entitle you to tickets to enter into our giveaway drawings, increasing your chances to win. Must be present to win.
• an entry for the chance to win a $1,000 voucher to use with any of our Outer Banks Wedding Association vendors. Must be present to win.
• Gold stamped Bridal Tank Top or OBX Groom Tee

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.