Show gives brides ‘spark’ of inspiration

FLORENCE — Love is in the air, February is just around the corner, and so is the 2026 Happily Ever After Spring Bridal Show presented by the TimesDaily.

The annual event will take place Feb. 1 at the Florence-Lauderdale Coliseum with a list of vendors ranging from photography and videography to venues, live music and food, brides-to-be are sure to find inspiration for their special day.

“Happily ever after begins here at our bridal show,” said TimesDaily Advertising Director Renita Jimmar, who coordinated the event. “We invite all brides along with their family and friends to come out and speak with our wedding professionals.”

Plenty of vendors are annual attendees of the bridal show, like Promenade and Dillards, which put on a fashion show filled with dresses, tuxes and formal wear.

Josh Johnston, vice president of Party Pros USA, said the company attends the bridal show every year because it offers a way to directly connect with brides.

“What we look forward to most is making those connections, hearing the stories of how they got engaged, if they have a venue and why they picked it,” he said.

Johnston said because Party Pros USA is a fullservice special events company, he will come prepared with everything a bride needs to see how her day can be everything she dreams.

Some of the items brides might see at the Party Pros USA booth include tuxedo options, draperies, table linens and chairs, including two brand new chair styles trending this spring.

Having the chance to see new trends, according to Johnston, is one of the benefits of attending the bridal show.

WANT TO GO?

What: The TimesDaily Happily Ever After Spring Bridal Show When: Noon to 4 p.m., Feb. 1

Where: The Florence-Lauderdale Coliseum Admission: Brides attend free; all others are $8 per person.