Tuesday, May 19, 2026
When and Where is the Wedding MBA 2026 Conference?
The Wedding MBA 2026 conference is held yearly at the South Hall of the Las Vegas Convention Center from Tuesday, November 17th, through Thursday, November 19th, 2026.
The Wedding MBA will start on Tuesday, November 17th, and go through Thursday, November 19th. The vendor show floor will be open on Wednesday and Thursday.
The South Hall is located a few blocks east of the Las Vegas Strip, off of Desert Inn and Paradise Road. Keep in mind that Desert Inn Road does NOT cross Las Vegas Boulevard – it goes underneath it! In correlation with the Strip, the Convention Center is parallel to the Wynn Resort.
Need directions to the South Hall? See the map below:
How Much Does a Ticket to Wedding MBA 2026 Cost?
The cost, like most conferences, varies depending on how early you purchase your tickets. The best deal is always day one of the conferences for the following year at $149. If you can swing it, the fee is the least expensive on day one for the following year! You can purchase your tickets here.
| Purchase Timeframe | Ticket Price |
|---|
| Day 1 of Conference (for next year) | $149 (Best Deal) |
| Day 2-3 of Conference (for next year) | $159 – $169 |
| Post-Conference (until May 24, 2026) | $245 |
| After May 24, 2026 | $445 |
Keep in mind that this is the cost of the conference only. You still need to plan for other expenses such as a hotel room, transportation within the city, parking if you rent a car (including at the Convention Center), food & drinks, airline tickets, and entertainment.
2026 Wedding MBA Exhibitors & Vendors
The who’s who in the wedding industry attend the Wedding MBA. This is their chance to connect with wedding industry professionals and to sell their services.
- Brian Lawrence & Alan Berg — Booth #[TBD] | Consulting, SEO, Web Design & AI Visibility for Wedding Pros
- The Knot
- WeddingWire
- Zola
- Aisle Planner
- HoneyBook
- Industry Associations (WIPA, ABC, ADJA)
- Decor and Rental Companies
- Travel Organizations
- Insurance Companies
- Specialty Accessories
- Photo Booth Companies
- Marketing Companies
- 200+ exhibitor booths could help you with your business
See a complete list of exhibitors.
Meet Brian Lawrence & Alan Berg at Wedding MBA 2026
Brian Lawrence and Alan Berg are back, sharing a booth at Wedding MBA 2026. Stop by and talk through what’s actually working right now in wedding marketing without fluff.
What we’ll be covering at the booth:
- How to get your wedding business found in AI search (ChatGPT, Google AI Overviews, Perplexity)
- SEO and website audits for wedding professionals
- Our AI Show Package – built specifically for wedding pros who want to be visible where couples are searching now
Booth #[TBD] ?? Exhibitor hall open: Wednesday & Thursday, November 18–19, 2026
What You’ll Learn at Wedding MBA
First and foremost, if you are in the wedding industry, this is THE conference to attend and learn to grow your business. Don’t worry if you are not a wedding photographer, wedding DJ, wedding florist, officiant, wedding whatever. People are attending to make personal connections and learn from others who are experiencing the same as you are right now! So, even if you are a wedding blogger or a specialty wedding gift maker, learn from other wedding professionals.
The Wedding MBA conference has a star-studded lineup of speakers to grow your business and get new ideas. Not only are there many industry-specific tracks (see below), but you can also learn SEO tips, social media tips, wedding trends, marketing, business tips, and so much more. Let’s not forget the real connections you make with people who experience the same trials and tribulations as you are now and will experience.
- Over 175 Seminars from 150 Speakers and 280 exhibitors
Wedding MBA 2026 Conference Schedule Overview
For attendees to benefit from their specialty conventions, many presentations are divided into tracks. Industry tracks include 8 wedding specialties.
Wedding Pro Business, Style, Tech, and Sales Seminars for the following industries:
- Venues
- Wedding Planners / Designers
- DJ / MC / Photo Booth
- Florists
- Catering / Cakes
- Photographers / Videographers
- Gown / Tux
- Officiants
The best part about the individual tracks is that you can mix and match attendance between them. If the Photography track is offering tips about sharing pictures on Pinterest, you can pop into that one session and then go back to your specialty track. You are not confined to your specialty.
You can download the latest version of the Wedding MBA schedule here.
12 Pro Tips for Attending Wedding MBA (From a Veteran Speaker)
Enjoy a few tips to help you prepare yourself and your suitcase for attending the Wedding MBA:
- Bring comfortable shoes. I realize that you will be in the presence of many wedding professionals (more than 5,000, actually). But you will be doing LOTS of walking. It is better to keep your feet and calves happy than to be in pain.
- Print out the schedule beforehand. There are many great presentations. Plan to attend the talks that will help grow your business.
- Make connections. The best connections you can make are the ones before and after presentations, in the hallways, at the industry happy hours, etc.
- Bring a sweater/light jacket. Depending on the weather, it could be chilly outside, and the air conditioning could be running on the inside too. Better yet, dress in layers.
- Bring LOTS of business cards. This is the easiest way to make a quick connection.
- Walk the exhibitor hall. I know you are there to learn. However, there are many great vendors to assist in your business that you didn’t know existed.
- Update out-of-office reminders. Update your voicemail and emails with details that you are attending a wedding industry conference, and you will get back to them as soon as there is a break to respond.
- Bring snacks with you. Stop by a local convenience store (CVS is on The Strip) and pick up some water and healthy snacks to satisfy your urgent hunger pains.
- Bring a badge ribbon. I know this sounds crazy, but if you have a ribbon that goes on the bottom of your badge that says “Smile”, or “Dream Maker” – whatever it is – it will help you stand out in a crowd.
- Bring a portable phone charger. All of the plugins are scarce and typically used.
- Bring your own bag to carry “stuff”. Backpacks are best for freeing your hands.
- Bring a notebook and pens to take notes.
How to Pick Up Your Badge & Lanyard at Wedding MBA
Badge holders will be provided to designate your primary industry. However, the lanyards do not identify with any special admittance or attendance. The industry selection only helps guide vendors as to which industry you are in.
Tip: Lanyards can be picked up in the bottom floor of the South Hall at the LV Convention Center on Monday. This will save you from long lines on the first day of the conference.
Details for the Official Wedding MBA 2026 Kickoff Party
The conference kick-off party is held on Wednesday, November 18th, on the Las Vegas Strip at the Hard Rock Cafe near the cross streets of Las Vegas Boulevard and Tropicana Avenue (not the new Hard Rock that will replace the Mirage).
Tip: Get there early, as there is limited seating. Also, if you plan on having any kind of drinks, purchase more than one as the bar is extremely busy with attendees. If driving, the best place to park is at the MGM Grand. It will cost you $20 to park but if you are a Las Vegas local, you get up to 3 hours for free.
Directions to the Hard Rock.
Wedding MBA 2026 — Frequently Asked Questions
Q: When is Wedding MBA 2026? Wedding MBA 2026 runs Tuesday, November 17, through Thursday, November 19, 2026. The vendor/exhibitor floor is open on Wednesday and Thursday only.
Q: Where is Wedding MBA 2026 held? The conference is held at the South Hall of the Las Vegas Convention Center, located off Desert Inn Road and Paradise Road — parallel to the Wynn Resort on the Las Vegas Strip.
Q: How much does a Wedding MBA 2026 ticket cost? Tickets range from $149 (purchased on Day 1 of the 2025 conference) up to $445 after May 24, 2026. The earlier you buy, the better the price. Budget separately for hotel, travel, and food.
Q: Is Wedding MBA worth attending? Yes — it’s the largest annual conference for wedding industry professionals, with 5,000+ attendees, 175+ seminars, 150 speakers, and 280+ exhibitors. The industry-specific education tracks and networking opportunities have no real competitor in the wedding space.
Q: What should I bring to Wedding MBA? Comfortable shoes, business cards, a portable phone charger, a light jacket, snacks, a notebook, and a bag. Print or download the schedule in advance and plan your sessions before you arrive.
Q: Where can I find Brian Lawrence and Alan Berg at Wedding MBA 2026? Brian Lawrence and Alan Berg will be sharing a booth in the exhibitor hall. The booth number will be updated here when confirmed. The exhibitor hall is open on Wednesday and Thursday, November 18–19.
Q: What is the Wedding MBA AI Show Package? The AI Show Package is a service offered by Brian Lawrence designed to help wedding professionals become more visible in AI-powered search tools like ChatGPT, Google AI Overviews, and Perplexity — where a growing number of couples now begin their vendor search.
Q: When is the Wedding MBA 2026 Kickoff Party? The kickoff party is held on Wednesday, November 18, 2026, at the Hard Rock Cafe on the Las Vegas Strip near Las Vegas Boulevard and Tropicana Avenue. Arrive early — seating is limited.
My Review & Grade of Wedding MBA
The Wedding MBA is a must-attend event for anyone in the wedding industry. Attendees get information that will help them organize, run, and grow their businesses. The best part is making connections with other people in the wedding industry. You will create lifelong friendships if you are willing to step outside of your comfort zone.
The highest grade I can give is an A+ for all involved in organizing the event, speakers, and attendees. A must-attend event for anyone in the wedding industry.
Veteran Wedding MBA speakers L to R Alan Berg, Brian Lawrence, Jason Hennessey. Seated Andy Ebon