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London kick-starts 2010's four official Gay Wedding Shows™ across the UK and 7 years on, the shows are getting stronger than ever before.

Sunday, 7th March saw the first show come alive in the opulent St James's Hotel & Club in the heart of London and yet again proved to be a huge success.

The London show saw an amazing 30% increase against last year and for the second year in a row around 72% of visitors were women.

The strong attendance from same-sex couples reinforced the continuing need for shows like these for the Civil Partnership market where gay and lesbian couples, their friends and families can come to plan their day in a welcoming and relaxed environment with wedding suppliers who are proactive about supporting the gay community.

The St James's Hotel & Club became one of the most lavish backdrops for the shows. The setting provided some of the very best exhibitors in the market a place to showcase their own unique styles, creations and innovations for couples to experience. TogetherTV™ was on hand to film the day and will be airing highlights of the day on its channel.

Gino Meriano, Founder of the UK's official and only Gay Wedding Show, commented “It was amazing to see such talent and creativity at the show and visitors from as far afield as Brighton, Devon and Birmingham to name but a few. Plans are well under way for the 2011 London show, so watch this space”.

Couples were transported into a 3D virtual world when they were given the chance to experience creating their wedding ring in 3D on screen to a laser etched template to feel.

Some got to see and potentially sample a full 3D body scan in preparation to tailor making their suit while others were inspired by the clothier who can create any dress, ladies suit or almost any theme to wear from a simple chat and years of experience behind a sewing machine.

The options and imagination simply flowed in front of visitor's eyes bringing a new, modern and inspiring twist to the wow factor.

The Gay Wedding Show - Brighton 15th November 2009

6 years on and still growing stronger

The 15th November saw some of the best suppliers around the UK give one of the largest amount of visitors to the show a warm welcome, great entertainment, fantastic example ceremonies and a host of information like never before.

Not even the wind or rain could hold back our couples, who all contributed in making Brighton one of the best shows around and ended 2009 with a bang.

Overall the Gay Wedding Show 2009 proved a great event and one that is still being talked about around the UK, from London to Cardiff to Manchester and Brighton – plans are well underway for 2010 shows, new ideas and additions are being created to give same sex couples the very best in the Civil Partnership market.

Gino Meriano, Founder of the Gay Wedding Show comments “I would personally like to thank everyone that has supported our shows this year, it has been a great year and even in this economic climate the Civil Partnership market is proving to buck the trends of the opposite sex wedding market. It always excites me to see so much genuine support from our exhibitors who are openly pro active towards supporting same-sex couples and Civil Partnerships. I look forward to 2010 and seeing how the next set shows unfold”.

The Gay Wedding Show saw its partner company Pink Weddings launch its new project “TogetherTV” live at the show and broadcasting yesterday on http://www.togethertv.tv – TogetherTV is our new TV channel aimed at same sex couples, their families and friends.

Believe it or not the team are already planning for 2010, no doubt we will see you next year

The Gay Wedding Show - Manchester 18th October 2009

Manchester Gay Wedding Show claims the North

Sunday the 18th October saw the official Gay Wedding Show top the record books again with more visitors to the day than ever before

This now establishes Manchester firmly at the heart of the north, with visitors coming from far and wide across the midlands and north.

Gino Meriano founder of the Gay Wedding Show comments “It was a real pleasure to see such a great range of supportive exhibitors, increased campaigning in 2008 saw more exhibitors and a wider range”.

The show hosted by our very own Dixie Tucker introduced visitors to the tingling sounds of a grand piano out of a box, classical musicians filled the air and a great range on stage performances all added to the vibrancy that makes the Gay Wedding Show one of the most talked about shows around.

Couples were planning their day, finding ideas, offered packed goodie bags and opportunities to sample the many delights exhibitors had to offer on the day .

We now look to the Brighton Show and the finale for 2009 on the 15th November...but it's not stopping there we will be launching new dates, new ideas, new concepts and the shows take a new twist for 2010 – watch this space

The Gay Wedding Show - Cardiff 4th October 2009

Cardiff Gay Wedding Show – Beats recession

Yesterday saw the Cardiff Gay Wedding Show at the fabulous City Hall, this year proved to be one of the most exciting, vibrant and well attended show's that Wales has ever seen.

Over 253 visitors came to the day, a fantastic increase against last year, all planning their civil partnerships as far ahead as 2012 and snapping up venues and suppliers ahead of opposite sex couples. For the second year in a row we have seen more girlz then boys through the door (57% Girlz and 43% boys).

It was also great to see couples bring their family, friends and little ones to share the experience in planning their special day.

The show presented some of the best suppliers Wales had to offer who are proactive in supporting civil partnership. Exhibitors showed True commitment and passion in helping same sex couples plan their forth coming wedding.

Gino Meriano founder of the gay wedding show says “It's great to see these exhibitors show an alternative to companies simply trying to cash in on the pink pound without genuine consideration for gay and lesbian couples.”

The example ceremony performed by the interfaith ministers showed couples a personal and moving alternative to a register office.

Meriano continued. “I had a lot of fun surprising willing Visitors and exhibitors with filming them for my new TV channel TogetherTV.” This launches on 15th Nov 2009

The buzz on the day was crowned by live performances creating a sophisticated sound throughout Cardiff City Hall.

Plans are already underway for the Gay Wedding Show in Wales for 2010.

Designer Civil Partnership Show - London 1st March 2009

A new look, a great day and a huge success

Now in our 6th Year - the shows kick start in London

London 1st March was a great success with some of the best exhibitors around, over 200 people thorugh the door, the launch of our book "Civil Partnership - A guide to the perfect day" the show could not have been any better

We like to thank everyone at the show for supporting us, Exhibitors, Andaz Hotel, the gay press and all the couples that came along to make their day special.

Gay Wedding Show - Brighton 16th November 2008

Brighton Rocked

A day to remember with over 480 visitors, the air was filled with a buzz that created one of the most enjoyable ways to celebrate 5 years of the show and finish up for 2008

From Dolly to Dusty, JO Paige and Frank and a surprise visit from Amy made the line up one not to forget. The ceremonies were outstanding and the team were pleased to see a great range unfold from Registration to Religion, Commitment and Interfaith

We would like to thank everyone that has worked hard to make the show such a success and all our exhibitors, this year's show in Brighton Rocketed to a fantastic finale for 2008

It was all here and more at the UK's only, official and most respected Gay Wedding Show

Just launched "The Designer Civil Partnership Shows"

Gay Wedding Show - Manchester 26th October 2008

Gay Wedding Show - Cardiff 5th October 2008

Cardiff opened its doors on the 5th October for the 3rd year now offering some of the best and most proactive exhibitors to support the Civil Partnership market.

While the show proved to be a great success it is still a shame that we do not see support from the Register Offices and many other suppliers, from the comments made by our visitors and exhibitors alike we have a long way to go till we can get Wales to demonstrate open support for same sex families.

We can only look to 2009 to see how next year changes.

Gay Wedding Show - Brighton 25th November 2007

On the 25th November 2007, Fonda Cox took the lead and unfolded a day of pure magic, excitement, new and old friends and the largest number of visitors to the show ever. The ceremonies were heart felt and moving, singers pure rhythm and blues and yet again the show bought visitors some of the best suppliers in the UK together to offer our couples everything they need to range their special day with a finale that bought the roof down from the amazing 3 waiters.

2007's shows have ended and we are proud to have helped over 1000 visitors in a one month tour of Cardiff, Manchester and Brighton.

Gino Meriano, founder said "Brighton was electrifying, the air with filled with fun, style, and some amazing new creative ideas that will keep the gay market streets ahead. It's time to look at our market and show this amazing fresh approach to weddings shows for the future. I am proud and honored to have such a fantastic range of some of the most outstanding exhibitors I have ever seen, where have they all been hiding?

2008 is going to be bigger and better than ever and celebrating our 5th year birthday we have some amazing new surprises so watch this space and remember there is only 1 official Gay Wedding Show, created for the community by people who care and have a passion for our rights and the desire to make a difference, beware of imitations".

All the information about the day can be found by clicking here.

Gay Wedding Show - Manchester 18th November 2007

On the 18th November 2007 The Gay Wedding Show came to Manchester, bringing excitement, knowledge, fun and ideas to the day

Visitors were treated to a great and supportive range of suppliers, our Drag Host Dixi entertained all our guests, sang some tunes and kept everyone happy.

The amazing 3 waiters turned the atmosphere into pure electricity while Cumbria and Blackpool Registration Servce presented two fantastic example ceremonies to the delight of our visitors an TV crews.

Gino Meriano, one of the founders of the Gay Wedding Show says" What an amazing day, the exhibitors were a shear delight and this year we saw more visitors to the Manchester show that ever before. This continues to prove to me the need for shows like this to ensure we help as many same sex couples arrange their special day.

All the information about the day can be found by clicking here.

Gay Wedding Show - Cardiff 4th November 2007

On the 4th November 2007 The Gay Wedding Show came to Cardiff, bringing excitement, knowledge, fun and ideas to the day

Visitors were treated to a great and supportive range of suppliers with fantastic displays of ice sculptors, glittering backdrops, 5 ft flames, creative balloon designs and awhole lot more

Our Drag Host Amber entertained all our guests and introduced two amazing acts who kept us all intrigued with the sounds of Spanish, Latin and European acoustic duo, Gypsy Fire and the amazing voice from our very own Dusty (miss 1960's) Springfield who bought the house down

It was a real shame that Cardiff, Swansea and Monmouthshire Register offices all pulled out at the last minute as many visitors were looking forward to seeing the range of example ceremonies on the day, but fear not 2008 will bring a selection of independant celebrants that will present a great range of alternative, bespoke and religious ceremonies

Gino Meriano, one of the founders of the Gay Wedding Show says" it was a great day and I was pleased to see the show unfold in Cardiff to a great range of suppliers and a warm welcome from the Lord Mayor Gill Bird, as a result of this we are bringing the show back next year.

All the information about the day can be found by clicking here.

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2006
Brighton Rocked

22nd October 2006 - Brighton The Gay Wedding Show

The day was a huge success, with around 500 visitors we had a jam packed day full of events, great suppliers, entertainers and singers to keep everyone happy.

With over 60 exhibitors, legal help and more couples truly had everything they needed to make their day special - the vibrant air filled the halls of the Hilton Metropole and truly established the show as the UK's only and official "Gay Wedding Show"

From Tenors to Opera, 3 waiters and comic characters to our fire and ice statues the day exploded into colour and life, so much so two couples proposed at our show which was a first for us and the four example ceremonies even bought tears to the visitors eyes

Gino Meriano and Ben Spence, organisers of the Gay Wedding Show said it was a truly amazing event, we were blown away by the efforts made by the exhibitors for our day and to see over 500 visitors walk though the doors was a great sign that Brighton has retained its title of the UK's Gay Capital. 

2005
The Launch

Pink Weddings & Pink Products are proud to host the UK 's first dedicated Gay Wedding road show.

In November of 2004 the team held the UK 's first ever Gay Wedding Show which was a huge success, as a result of the demand, the team has launched a road show for couples who could not make the Brighton event.

The road show will bring together gay and gay friendly suppliers, leading specialists and couples to create an event for the gay and lesbian community looking to seal their commitment and make their ceremony and celebration memorable.

The show offers couples the chance to experience

See ceremonies unfold in the Wedding Room

Find out the facts about the forthcoming Civil Partnership

The legal and financial implications in The Pink City

The future of gay and lesbian unions and raising awareness within our community

We aim to bring our visitors a fabulous day with great ideas and product ranges whilst at the same time having fun and creating memories.

2005 - From Belfast to Manchester. The Gay Wedding Show roadshow

2nd October saw Belfast's first ever gay wedding show, kicking off the road show for 2005 hosted by Pink Weddings and Pink Products

Held at the Kremlin the day offered couples information about arranging their day to the legal requirements and ceremonies available in Northern Ireland.

The show was well received and the famous Kremlin bar/club ensured all who attended
and our exhibitors a very warm welcome,

Gino Meriano, founder of Pink Weddings said "We are excited to have finally offered Northern Ireland a first of it's kind and aim to continue to offer couples help and guidance when arranging their day, especially with the lack of information currently available", with Belfast truly under our belt it's now time to turn our attentions to the next show, Manchester, 6th November at the Town Hall.

Ben Spence, managing director of Pink Products said "This was a great way of
starting the road show off, the response has been amazing, and the Gay Wedding Show is set to become a land mark in awareness for couples in creating those extra special touches which make a couple days amazing".

2005 - Manchester Gay Wedding Show a success

Remember, Remember the 6th November when Manchester Town Hall opened its doors to the first ever official Gay Wedding Show.

With over 60 suppliers, the Pink City in the Lord Mayors Parlour for all our legal experts, Amazing acts, 2 to go (from X Factor 2004), Oyster Opera and the band Silk performed to their hearts desired and even a gay inflatable Santa Claus kicked the day off like no other show

Seeing over 100 people walk in the door in the first half hour alone, Manchester definitely took the lead in showing support to the gay community when promoting the Civil Partnership.

Gino Meriano and Ben Spence, organisers of the Gay Wedding Show said it was a truly amazing event, we were blown away by the efforts made by the exhibitors for our day and to see over 600 people walk though the Town Hall doors was a great sign that Manchester is in the forefront of commitment and dedication.

The Gay Wedding Show Manchester came into its own yesterday, with requests of another show, new suppliers attending on the day to gain a sneak preview of what had been planned, how could we say no. Gino and Ben will bring the show back in 2006, so watch this space.

With only two shows left Cardiff and Brighton. It seems we have a lot to compete with, now Manchester is over, The Town Hall became the perfect backdrop in creating yet another first for the team at the Gay Wedding Show

2005 - The Gay Wedding Show roadshow comes to a
spectacular end and history is made

The 4th December became a date in history with one of the most talked about events in the UK, The official Gay Wedding Show

From one end of Brighton to the other the 4th December was jammed packed with events from the....

The Gay Wedding Show at the Hilton Metropole
The Civil Partnership Party and the UK 's first ever Gay Wedding Awards at the Alias Seattle Hotel Brighton Marina

The Gay Wedding show
As crowds watched on the show opened with the cutting of the ribbon by the Mayor of the City of Brighton & Hove, Councillor Bob Carden, followed by the opening Speech by Ben Summerskill, chief executive of Stonewall

Visitors saw over 60 suppliers, the pink city for legal guidance and four example ceremonies showing couples the many options available to them when creating their Civil Partnership.

The house rocked to the sounds of some great music including the Jonathon Ross's fabulous four poofs and a piano.

Gino Meriano and Ben Spence, organisers of the Gay Wedding Show said it was a truly amazing event, we were blown away by the efforts made by the exhibitors for our day and to see over 1300 visitors walk though the doors was a great sign that Brighton is most certainly the Gay Capital of the UK.

2005
The Civil Partnership Party

The evening welcomed guests to the amazing sounds of Oyster Blue our very own fabulous opera singers, guests mingled as the UK's first gay wedding awards unfolded, giving the Gay Wedding Show the opportunity of thanking those helped in supporting the Civil Partnership and Gay Rights

Winners

Individual contribution to your day
Trevor Love - Brighton Register Office

Most supportive media for gay commitment
3Sixty Magazine

Best Venue
Cooling Castle Barn

The capture your day award
Pink Photos

Innovative product
Chocoloco for the Mini Chocolate Fountain

It has been a year of changes and finally we can sit back and gain our long awaited legal rights, what's next?

Watch this space as it doesn't stop here; there is many more surprises to come from the UK's leading gay specialist in Weddings, Pink Weddings, Pink Products and the Gay Wedding Show

2004
The UK's first ever Gay Wedding Show

The UK's first Gay Wedding Show held in Brighton yesterday, 14th November, leads the way for change in wedding shows for the future.

The show was like no other, gay couples came from all over the UK, as far a field as Scotland, Nottingham, Ireland . Visitors even flew in from Italy and Spain (especially with Spain 's new law setting the way in January 2005).

Over 450 people came to see the one day event explode with four elegant and stylish ceremonies, conducted by Brighton and Hove Register Office, a religious ceremony by Debbie Gaston from the MCC church, Civil Ceremonies and Belinda Chapman.

A step away from the norm, exhibitors burst
out from behind their stands and interacted with couples. The chocolate fountain teased guests to take a dip into smooth running chocolate. Flower displays like no other, the games mistress and the games mistress's mistress with their horse races, fortune tellers and a vogue-style fashion show made the whole event come alive.

Gino Meriano, founder of Pink Weddings said, "The day was electrifying, history in the making, we created a show where exhibitors and couples could interact in a relaxed, friendly and above all fun environment. My team and I were on hand to offer advice and information about the Civil Partnership Bill and what the future holds for gay couples when the bill is, as we hope, passed."

Ben Spence, founder of Pink Products said, "we were excited to see so many people turn up to our show. Many of our exclusive range of products and invitations were available on the interactive tables for couples to see, touch and create the look for their wedding day."

This first Gay Wedding Show is only the beginning. Pink Weddings and Pink Products will take the show around the UK in 2005