After months of back-to-back weddings, endless Instagram stories of confetti tosses, and more first dances than you can count, the summer is finally winding down. For guests, it’s been a season of prosecco and questionable dance moves. For couples, it’s been a season of inspiration, seeing what worked (and what didn’t) at friends’ weddings and quietly making mental notes.
Now, as September settles in, something shifts. The long summer evenings give way to the cosy feel of autumn, and suddenly, it’s not just about attending weddings, it’s about planning your own. And there’s no better place to start than a wedding fayre.
There’s a reason autumn wedding fayres are so popular. By this point in the year, couples have had time to enjoy their engagement, soak up summer, and now they’re ready to turn “we should start planning soon” into “let’s do this.”
And let’s be honest, once the Christmas season kicks in, wedding planning tends to be pushed to the back burner, somewhere between the office Secret Santa and the last-minute dash for cranberry sauce. That’s why September through November is the golden window.
Wedding fayres in autumn give you the perfect chance to:
It’s not just practical – it’s exciting. A wedding fayre is where Pinterest boards start to turn into proper plans.
There’s something special about the atmosphere at a wedding fayre. You’re surrounded by couples who are just as excited (and just as slightly overwhelmed) as you are. There are florists showing off fresh blooms, photographers flipping through albums, and bakers tempting you with samples that make you think “maybe we do need a four-tier cake after all.”
It’s also a chance to meet the real people behind the businesses. Anyone can look good online, but having a chat with your potential DJ or bridal boutique is how you find out if they’re the right fit for you. And often, it’s those conversations that spark the ideas you never thought of before.
Some of our fayres are already close to full with couples keen to get ahead, and suppliers booking up earlier than ever. If you’re serious about getting the best for your big day, waiting until the new year might mean your dream photographer, band or venue is already spoken for.
Autumn is about getting ahead of the curve. It’s about locking in those suppliers you love while also having fun with the process. Because let’s face it – planning your wedding should be just as exciting as the big day itself.
Here in Yorkshire, we’re kicking off the season with some fantastic shows. Expect everything from historic venues to modern hotels, packed with the region’s best wedding suppliers.
Link to Wedding Fayres Yorkshire Events
