It happens every year – immediately after the first of the year brides start contacting wedding vendors in droves. The number of new inquiries we receive in January dwarfs the average number we receive on average other months. Combine this with pending and booked clients nailing down details and getting serious about the planning process creates a lot of energy and excitement – WEDDING SEASON is here!
It’s no coincidence that many bridal shows take place in the first quarter of the year when brides’ interest in planning their weddings is at its peak. Bridal shows are great because you can do a lot of “one stop shopping” (not necessarily buying). If you’ve never planned a wedding, and most of you haven’t, it’s a good way to get your feet wet and see what’s out there and what various services have to offer.
We participate in four major shows every year, two each by KC Bridal Spectacular and the Perfect Wedding Guide. These shows offer a chance to talk to over 180 vendors in one place, but can be overwhelming.
We recently began participating in more smaller shows held by hotels, banquet facilities, country clubs, etc. These shows have a more intimate atmoshpere and are not quite so intimidating, and you have a chance to talk at length with fewer vendors in a more relaxed setting.
I am still amazed how many clients will book their entertainment without meeting the company/DJ in person. I wish more potential clients would meet with us in person, but for some reason the DJ industry continues to be the only wedding service brides and grooms will book sight unseen. These smaller shows are another way to try and reach clients on a personal level.
The bottom of the main page of our website lists the shows in which we are participating. If you attend any of the four large shows you will get a chance to meet five or six of our entertainers; after talking to them you may decide to hire a specific DJ for your reception.
We look forward to seeing you at one or more of the shows in which we are participating.
