Join us at the Wedding Fair Bordeaux on January 16, 2027, at the Bordeaux Convention Center for an unforgettable wedding planning experience.
Dates
16 Jan 2027
City / country
Bordeaux, France
Venue
Bordeaux Convention Center
Companies exhibiting at Wedding Fair Bordeaux include ALEXANDRA PALACE, Alexandre Mariottini, ALLIANCES 4 EVER, atelier amor and Auberge Ostape.
Event overview
The Wedding Fair Bordeaux is a premier event for couples planning their weddings, showcasing a wide range of vendors and services.
It takes place on January 16, 2027, at the Bordeaux Convention Center, bringing together industry experts to help couples create their dream weddings.
TL;DR
Wedding Fair Bordeaux brings engaged couples, their families and professional wedding planners face to face with verified suppliers covering every part of a French wedding. The 16 January 2027 edition runs at Bordeaux Convention Center, close to the Bordeaux Lac hotel cluster and roughly 20 minutes from Bordeaux-Merignac Airport (BOD). Visitors can compare bridal gowns, catering, photography, florals, cakes and reception venues in a single day, collect quotes and book trusted local vendors for the season ahead.
Exhibitors will have the opportunity to showcase their services to a targeted audience of engaged couples, enhancing their visibility and potential client base. Buyer Authority: Expect to meet engaged couples and wedding planners looking for the latest trends and services. The Wedding Fair Bordeaux is essential for connecting couples with the best wedding professionals in the region, ensuring they have access to the latest trends and services.
Attendees, exhibitors & solutions
Visitor profile
Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.
Exhibitor profile
Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.
Product categories
Key solution areas showcased across the event.
Location & Facilities
Bordeaux, France
Attend
How the last edition performed
Impact
The Wedding Fair Bordeaux is a premier event for couples planning their weddings, showcasing a wide range of vendors and services. It takes place on January 16, 2027, at the Bordeaux Convention Center, bringing together industry experts to help couples create their dream weddings. The Wedding Fair Bordeaux is essential for connecting couples with the best wedding professionals in the region, ensuring they have access to the latest trends and services. Join.
Audience quality
Visitors typically include Engaged couples planning their weddings, Wedding planners seeking new vendors, Families of brides and grooms, Friends and relatives assisting in wedding planning. Dates and Venue: The Wedding Fair Bordeaux is scheduled for January 16, 2027, at the Bordeaux Convention Center. Scale and Focus: This event is a key gathering for future brides and grooms, featuring numerous wedding vendors and services. Organiser: The event is organised by Maison du Mariage, a trusted name in wedding.
Exhibitor outcomes
Exhibitors will have the opportunity to showcase their services to a targeted audience of engaged couples, enhancing their visibility and potential client base. Buyer Authority: Expect to meet engaged couples and wedding planners looking for the latest trends and services. The Wedding Fair Bordeaux is essential for connecting couples with the best wedding professionals in the region, ensuring they have access to the latest trends and services. Exhibitor categories include Florists specializing in wedding.
Intelligence
Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.
Why it matters
Attending Wedding Fair Bordeaux on 2027-01-16 to 2027-01-16 in Bordeaux lets buyers and specifiers benchmark suppliers, see live demonstrations, and compress months of vendor meetings into one focused trade visit — worthwhile when your category roadmap aligns with the official exhibitor profile.
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Wedding suppliers and destination-wedding planners build a calendar around the main January-to-March bridal fairs, using Bordeaux as the south-west France stop alongside larger national and international salons. Comparing regional shows lets vendors test pricing and booking lead times across markets.
Pre-show
Confirm appointments with Bordeaux-region venues, caterers and photographers, and pre-register for fast-track entry.
Show week
Hall walk-throughs, fashion-stage sessions, tastings and pricing comparisons before booking deposits.
Peer events are established bridal sector fairs in France and Europe; confirm each edition's dates on the organiser website before booking travel.
Plan your trip
Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.
Primary gateway for the fair. Air France, easyJet, Ryanair, Volotea and Transavia link Bordeaux with Paris, London, Amsterdam, Madrid, Lisbon and North Africa. The 'Ligne 30 Direct' airport shuttle reaches Gare Saint-Jean in about 30 minutes (EUR 8), where Tram C runs directly to Parc des Expositions next to Bordeaux Convention Center.
~15 km
to venue
20–25 min off-peak via the A630 rocade
by car
Useful alternative for visitors combining the fair with the Basque coast; TER regional trains connect Bayonne and Biarritz with Bordeaux Saint-Jean in about 1 h 45.
~190 km
to venue
~2 h by car via the A63
by car
Largest airport in south-west France with strong long-haul connections via hub carriers; Intercités and TGV trains link Toulouse Matabiau with Bordeaux Saint-Jean in roughly 2 h.
~245 km
to venue
~2 h 30 by car via the A62
by car
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Best route for long-haul visitors: land at CDG, transfer to Montparnasse, take the LGV Atlantique to Bordeaux Saint-Jean, then Tram C to Parc des Expositions. Book TGV seats in advance for the 16 January 2027 show day.
~590 km by road
to venue
2 h 05 by TGV from Paris Montparnasse plus a 30 min Tram C ride; ~5 h 30 by car
by car
A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.
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Get around the city with these convenient transport options.
bus
Runs roughly every 30 minutes with a journey time of about 30 minutes; tickets are sold at the airport TBM machine and on board. From Gare Saint-Jean continue on Tram C to Parc des Expositions for Bordeaux Convention Center.
metro
Tram C is the direct rail link to the venue district; the Parc des Expositions stop is a 5–8 minute walk from Bordeaux Convention Center. Change at Quinconces or Porte de Bourgogne if arriving on Tram A or B.
train
The LGV Atlantique runs Paris to Bordeaux in 2 h 05 nonstop, with frequent direct services from Lille, Nantes, Toulouse and Hendaye. Bordeaux Saint-Jean has a Tram C platform inside the station forecourt.
taxi
20–25 minutes via the A630 rocade. Metered taxis wait outside Arrivals; Uber and Bolt also operate the route. Allow extra time on the morning of 16 January 2027 if travelling at peak check-in hours.
taxi
15–20 minutes by taxi or rideshare; Tram C is cheaper and often faster during weekday traffic. Taxi ranks are on the Belcier side of the station.
taxi
~2 h by car via the A63; Useful alternative for visitors combining the fair with the Basque coast; TER regional trains connect Bayonne and Biarritz with Bordeaux Saint-Jean in about 1 h 45.
taxi
~2 h 30 by car via the A62; Largest airport in south-west France with strong long-haul connections via hub carriers; Intercités and TGV trains link Toulouse Matabiau with Bordeaux Saint-Jean in roughly 2 h.
taxi
2 h 05 by TGV from Paris Montparnasse plus a 30 min Tram C ride; ~5 h 30 by car; Best route for long-haul visitors: land at CDG, transfer to Montparnasse, take the LGV Atlantique to Bordeaux Saint-Jean, then Tram C to Parc des Expositions. Book TGV seats in advance for the 16 Jan
Plan your trip
Check the latest visa requirements and entry guidelines before travelling.
EU/EEA and Swiss citizens travel freely. UK, US, Canadian, Australian, New Zealand, Japanese and South Korean passport holders enter France visa-free for up to 90 days in any 180-day period, which covers attending the fair and business meetings; passports must be valid at least three months beyond departure.
France accepts ATA carnets for commercial samples, professional equipment and display items; exhibitors should have the carnet stamped at Bordeaux–Mérignac customs on entry.
Official visa pageWeather
January is Bordeaux's coldest, wettest month, with daytime highs of 9–12 °C and night temperatures of 2–5 °C, occasionally dipping to frost around dawn. Expect around 85–95 mm of rain spread over 12–14 rain days, typically light Atlantic drizzle, with morning fog over the Garonne and clear cold spells between fronts. Pack a warm waterproof coat, layers, an umbrella and water-resistant shoes for the walk between the Tram C stop and Bordeaux Convention Center.
Plan for the climate
Check temperatures and pack accordingly
Venue connectivity
EU roaming may apply for EU SIMs; local prepaid SIM and eSIM options are widely available — confirm venue Wi‑Fi with the organiser.
Ride-hailing
Taxis
Public transit
Car rentals
Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.
Greetings and language
Always open with 'Bonjour' before a question — in shops, hotels and at stands. French is the working language of the fair; exhibitors generally speak some English, but a few phrases of French warm up negotiations quickly.
Tipping
Service is included by law in French restaurant bills. Round up the total or leave around 5% for attentive service, and round taxi fares up to the nearest euro. Hotel porters typically receive EUR 1–2 per bag.
Dress and business rhythm
Smart-casual business dress suits the fair floor; exhibitors wear groomed professional attire. Lunch runs 12:00–14:00 and many small shops close on Sundays, so schedule supplier meetings and restaurant reservations around those hours.
Practical guides
Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.
Destination: BOD
Captured Google Flights results for 15 January 2027 show most itineraries into Bordeaux (BOD) as one-stop services connecting through Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) or Amsterdam (AMS), with relatively few nonstop options. A rail alternative from Frankfurt Hauptbahnhof to Bordeaux Saint-Jean was also shown in the same results. Compare fares close to the 16 January 2027 show date and confirm baggage rules with the operating airline.
Schengen rules apply to this Bordeaux show. EU/EEA and Swiss citizens travel freely, while UK, US, Canadian, Australian, Japanese and South Korean passport holders can attend visa-free for up to 90 days in any 180-day period. Nationals of India, China, Turkey and most African and Middle Eastern countries need a Schengen Type C short-stay visa — EUR 90 for adults, EUR 45 for children aged 6–12 — applied for via France-Visas and the local French consulate 6–8 weeks before travel. France accepts ATA carnets for exhibitor samples and stand equipment.
Estimated cost: Varies by visa type and nationality (check official site).
Processing: Varies by nationality; apply several weeks before travel.
Apply through France-Visas and the French consulate or its VFS/TLScontact partner for your place of residence at least 6–8 weeks before 16 January 2027. Biometrics are given in person; a hotel booking confirmation and an invitation from the organiser strengthen the file. Children aged 6–12 pay EUR 45. Trade-fair attendance and commercial negotiations are permitted under the 90-day visa-free stay.
OfficialFind a stay near the venue with options for every budget.
Check-in (recommended)
2027-01-16
Check-out (recommended)
2027-01-17
Areas to stay
Bordeaux Lac business district · Bordeaux Lac district · Bordeaux Lac, adjacent to Bordeaux Convention Center · Bordeaux Lac, close to Parc des Expositions · Bordeaux Lac, near the exhibition park
mid range
EUR 150-220/night
mid range
EUR 110-170/night
mid range
EUR 100-150/night
mid range
EUR 75-110/night
mid range
EUR 55-80/night
mid range
EUR 55-85/night
Get to the venue and around the city with these options.
Airport → venue: Primary gateways: Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport (BOD): 20–25 min off-peak via the A630 rocade; Biarritz Pays Basque Airport (BIQ): ~2 h by car via the A63; Toulouse–Blagnac Airport (TLS): ~2 h 30 by car via the A62; Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG): 2 h 05 by TGV from Paris Montparnasse plus a 30 min Tram C ride; ~5 h 30 by car. Allow road or rail time to Bordeaux Convention Center; on-site parking is usually available at major exhibition venues.
Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near Bordeaux Convention Center: Bordeaux Lac, adjacent to Bordeaux Convention Center: Pullman Bordeaux Lac; Bordeaux Lac, opposite the convention centre: Novotel Bordeaux Lac; Bordeaux Lac business district: Hotel Mercure Bordeaux Lac.
Ride-hail: Ride-hailing apps are commonly used in Bordeaux; confirm local availability before travel.
Public transit: Tram C is the workhorse for the fair: it runs from Gare Saint-Jean and the city centre out to Parc des Expositions, a 5–8 minute walk from Bordeaux Convention Center, for EUR 1.90 per single journey or EUR 14.50 for a 10-trip ticket on the TBM network. From Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport (BOD), the Ligne 30 Direct shuttle reaches Gare Saint-Jean in about 30 minutes for EUR 8, connecting straight onto Tram C; a taxi covers the same airport-to-venue run in 20–25 minutes for EUR 40–55. Trams run from roughly 05:00 to 01:00, with more frequent services through the day.
Parking: On-site parking is available at Bordeaux Convention Center; confirm daily rates and hall access on the organiser or venue site.
Plan and pack for the event climate.
Month: January 2027
Temperature: Daytime highs of 9–12 °C and night lows of 2–5 °C in mid-January, with occasional frost before sunrise and a wind chill from the Garonne.
Seasonality: January is Bordeaux's wettest stretch: around 85–95 mm of rain across 12–14 days, often as light Atlantic drizzle and morning fog, alternating with bright, cold, dry spells.
Packing: January 2027
Plan your trip
Best day to visit: Saturday 16 January 2027 — the fair's single show day at Bordeaux Convention Center
Wedding Fair Bordeaux runs as a one-day salon on Saturday 16 January 2027, so the whole programme — bridal fashion presentations, cake and catering tastings, photographer portfolios and supplier stands — happens in a single window. Arrive shortly after doors open to catch the first fashion-stage block and secure appointments with the most in-demand caterers and venues, then return to the floor in the mid-afternoon when quieter aisles make it easier to compare prices and book quotes before closing.
Confirm passport validity and check whether a Schengen visa or other entry document is needed for France. — Apply early if a visa is required; lead times can affect travel to Bordeaux for the 16 January 2027 show.
Book flights into Bordeaux-Merignac (BOD) for 15 to 17 January 2027. — Captured itineraries from LHR, FRA, DXB and JFK to BOD are mostly one-stop via Paris CDG or Amsterdam AMS.
Reserve a hotel in the Bordeaux Lac district near the venue. — Pullman, Novotel and Mercure Bordeaux Lac sit 120 to 270 m from Bordeaux Convention Center; ibis Bordeaux Lac is in the same district.
Complete online visitor registration through maisondumariage.com and save the confirmation. — Registration runs through the Maison du Mariage organiser site for Wedding Fair Bordeaux.
Download the hall plan and exhibitor list to shortlist florists, caterers, photographers and gown boutiques. — Group exhibitors by category so you cover gowns, catering, photography and venues efficiently on show day.
Pre-schedule vendor appointments and prepare questions on pricing, availability and packages. — Popular suppliers fill weekend diaries quickly, so contact shortlisted exhibitors before the fair.
Plan ground transport from BOD airport to the Bordeaux Lac hotel area. — Confirm tram, bus or taxi options and typical fares on the venue or organiser transport page.
Check the January weather forecast for Bordeaux and pack accordingly. — Pack layers, a warm coat and comfortable shoes for walking the exhibition halls.
Gather your wedding mood board, budget range and guest numbers to brief suppliers clearly. — Clear briefs help exhibitors quote accurately for gowns, catering, photography and venues.
Confirm hotel check-in for 16 January and check-out for 17 January if staying for the full show day. — Hotel search captures for this event used a 16 to 17 January 2027 stay.
Save digital copies of tickets, hotel bookings and vendor contacts on your phone. — Keep a shortlist of stand numbers and meeting times ready for arrivals day.
Arrive in Bordeaux, collect your badge at Bordeaux Convention Center on 16 January and start with your shortlisted zones. — Arrive early on the show day for orientation, security screening and badge collection.
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Budget
Adjust the inputs below to create a directional event budget.
This is a directional estimate. Please verify live rates before booking.
Official cost items and estimated ranges for exhibitors.
visa_fee
visitor · standard
EUR 90 / per adult Schengen Type C short-stay visa
visitor_ticket
visitor · standard
EUR 10–15 / per person, single show day
hotel_night
visitor · budget
EUR 55–85 / per room per night
hotel_night
visitor · mid-range
EUR 100–170 / per room per night
hotel_night
exhibitor · premium
EUR 150–220 / per room per night
local_transit
visitor · standard
EUR 1.9 / single tram or bus journey
airport_transfer
visitor · standard
EUR 8 / per person, Ligne 30 Direct shuttle BOD to Gare Saint-Jean
taxi_transfer
visitor · standard
EUR 40–55 / Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport to Bordeaux Convention Center
per_diem
visitor · standard
EUR 60–90 / per person per day for meals and incidentals
| Item | For | Tier | Estimated range | Status | As of |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| visa_fee | visitor | standard | EUR 90 / per adult Schengen Type C short-stay visa | official | |
| visitor_ticket | visitor | standard | EUR 10–15 / per person, single show day | estimate | |
| hotel_night | visitor | budget | EUR 55–85 / per room per night | estimate | |
| hotel_night | visitor | mid-range | EUR 100–170 / per room per night | estimate | |
| hotel_night | exhibitor | premium | EUR 150–220 / per room per night | estimate | |
| local_transit | visitor | standard | EUR 1.9 / single tram or bus journey | official | |
| airport_transfer | visitor | standard | EUR 8 / per person, Ligne 30 Direct shuttle BOD to Gare Saint-Jean | official | |
| taxi_transfer | visitor | standard | EUR 40–55 / Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport to Bordeaux Convention Center | estimate | |
| per_diem | visitor | standard | EUR 60–90 / per person per day for meals and incidentals | estimate |
Decision
Pick the closest answer for each. Your recommendation updates live.
QUESTION 1 OF 6
What is your primary role?
Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.
visit
Assess how this option fits your objectives.
Best for
Engaged couples and family members comparing wedding suppliers, plus planners sourcing local French vendors for 2027 and 2028 weddings in and around Bordeaux.
Min. budget
$350.00
Timeline
4 to 6 weeks for flights and Bordeaux Lac hotel rooms, plus time to pre-book vendor appointments.
Risks
Bordeaux Lac hotels near the venue are limited, so book early for the 16 January 2027 stay.
Most flights into Bordeaux (BOD) are one-stop, so confirm routings and connection times well ahead.
exhibit
Assess how this option fits your objectives.
Best for
Florists, caterers, photographers, bridal boutiques, cake designers and reception venues that want direct contact with couples booking 2027 and 2028 weddings.
Min. budget
$2,200.00
Timeline
3 to 4 months for stand booking, design, organiser forms and freight of samples.
Risks
Stand pricing and included services are not published in the captures, so confirm all fees with Maison du Mariage.
The fair runs for a single day, so staff coverage and lead capture must be efficient.
skip
Assess how this option fits your objectives.
Best for
Suppliers and visitors outside the French wedding market or with no Bordeaux-region wedding plans for the coming seasons.
Min. budget
Not yet confirmed
Timeline
None.
Risks
No major risks listed.
FAQs & glossary
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