Festival
The Epic Alternative Wedding Party!
Two of the UK’s most iconic alternative wedding brands — Quirky Weddings and Unconventional Wedding — are joining forces for the first time ever. Together, we’re creating something truly EPIC for couples who want their wedding to break the mould, throw out the rulebook, and be unapologetically them.
Imagine a wedding show where…
🎸 Traditions are reimagined
🌈 Creativity has no limits
🖤 Alternative style takes centre stage
This is not your average wedding expo. This is a celebration of individuality, personality and love — your way!
What’s waiting for you?
✨ 60 epic exhibitors - the best indie suppliers, makers, and creators — from edgy fashion to wild florals, unique venues to jaw-dropping photography
✨ Immersive installations and Instagram-worthy details around every corner.
✨ Live workshops, talks, and demos throughout the day — from DIY wedding details to planning hacks and style advice from industry experts. *Full Line Up to be announced soon*
✨ Fully inclusive and accessible wedding planning fun!
✨ Photobooths, Glitter Bars, tattoo stations and more fun & games!
✨ Live music & performances throughout the day to keep the vibes high
✨ A dog-friendly event (because four-legged friends deserve to be part of the fun too
✨ VIP tickets with extra treats and experiences for those who want to go all out.
✨ Plus, lots more surprises we’re keeping under wraps until the big day!
💖 Tickets are just £5 in advance or £8 on the door (Kids and pups go FREE!) 💖
⚡Or go VIP for £20 for our famous Quirky Weddings Merch Goody Bag worth over £35 plus a glass of bubbly and use of our Pimp Your Prosecco Bar ⚡
🌈 Group ticket deal - bring your gang and the couple goes free! 4 tickets for the price of 2! 🌈
🎉 Expect a buzzing atmosphere, incredible people, and unforgettable moments 🎉
Get your mates, your partner, and yes – even your pup – and come ready to celebrate love in all its forms. This isn’t just big – it’s record-breaking HUGE! Don’t miss it!
Approx number of exhibitors: 60
We get it, wedding fairs can be overwhelming. That’s why we’ve introduced Quiet Hour (2pm-3pm)—a dedicated, low-sensory time for those who prefer a calmer browsing experience. Expect no loud music, no harsh lights, limited crowds, and a no-pressure atmosphere. Exhibitors will only chat if you want to!
VIP Tickets - £20 per person
This venue is fully wheelchair accessible throughout with lifts to all levels. There is also disabled parking and disabled toilets. If you'd like to discuss your accessibility needs before the event then please feel free to get in touch with us on AltWedParty@quirkyweddingfayre.co.uk so that we can make sure your experience is top notch on the day!
Quirky Weddings have been turning wedding planning into a party for 6 years with their UK wide Quirky Wedding Fayres! Founded in 2019 by multi-award-winning wedding planner Lily Jones, Quirky Weddings has grown into the UK’s largest alternative wedding fayre, championing inclusivity, accessibility, fun, and uniqueness.
Our mission? To shake up the wedding industry and empower couples to celebrate their love their way. We’re proud to be part of the positive shift making the wedding industry more diverse and accepting. Progress has been made, but there’s still work to do, and we’re here to push boundaries and break stereotypes.
While ‘quirky’ can mean weird, wacky, and wonderful, to us, it’s an ethos – a celebration of uniqueness, self-expression, and open-mindedness. Quirky Weddings isn’t just about being different; it’s about creating a space where every couple, no matter their style, feels seen, accepted, and free to design a wedding that reflects who they truly are.
That’s why all our Approved Quirky Wedding Suppliers, whether bold and eccentric or more traditionally elegant, share our values of inclusivity and respect. When you visit a Quirky Wedding Fayre, you’re stepping into a judgment-free zone filled with passionate suppliers who embrace every idea with excitement and open hearts.
So next time you visit a Quirky Wedding Fayre, know that every supplier has been handpicked for their welcoming mindset and inclusive approach. Quirky is more than a word – it’s a family, and we welcome you with open arms.
Your Day, Your Way – Always.
Unconventional Wedding is one of the UK's largest (and OG) alternative wedding blogs and directory. Our aim is to provide couples planning their wedding with an easy portal to reach the UK’s very best alternative wedding suppliers (or ‘the Unconventionals’ as we like to call them!). We definitely don’t do beige here!
Search by category or by location – we’re one of the UK’s best alternative wedding directories crammed full of amazing wedding peeps who will help you create the most amazing wedding day.
Our mission is to break through the barriers which stop you finding those amazing suppliers which are potentially right on your doorstep. From small part time businesses to fully fledged venues, we have a wide range of awesome suppliers to help make your wedding plans a reality.
We believe every couple browsing our pages is AMAZING whatever shape, size, race, sexuality, and background.
We’ll share with you the latest wedding trends and loads of practical advice, as well as real weddings from our ‘Unconventional’ supplier members.
We’re proud to showcase a diverse range of talent from across the wedding industry. Our logo has its roots in the PRIDE movement through the customised font which is called ‘Gilbert’ after creator of the iconic rainbow flag.
