National Bridal Market Chicago

04/29/2026

We’re expanding!

The National Bridal Market Chicago is excited to announced the addition of 20,000 square feet of trade show space on the fourth floor of THE MART! 🤍

We are also pleased to welcome back Allure and Justin Alexander to THE MART, both returning to exhibit within the new fourth-floor space!

Long-time favorites of retailers and brides, their presence reinforces National Bridal Market Chicago’s as the industry’s premier destination for discovering the season’s newest bridal, special occasion & accessory collections.

The expanded space and returning exhibitors will debut at the August 16–18, 2026 show!

We are so excited to continue to celebrate 50 years with you. What a special milestone for us all to be a part of 🫶🏻

04/24/2026

Experience National Bridal Market through the lens of a buyer! Join us as we go behind the scenes with DJ of as he makes his way through the show floor connecting with some of his favorite designers 🥂🤍

04/21/2026

Custom bridal with 🤍

04/16/2026

Featured designer: ELLIATT

ELLIATT is a female-founded Australian business designing looks for women to feel confident, beautiful, and empowered. From second look dresses, bridesmaids and guest of or special occasions, they have timeless designs at an accessible price point.

04/14/2026

Looking back on the new collection “Recuérdame” by Ragazza Fashion in collaboration with Disney Pixar ⭐️

04/14/2026

Part 1: Tune into listen about Kate & Riley’s experience at our recent show 🎙️

Thank you & for coming and we look forward to welcoming you back! 🤍

04/10/2026

The team behind it all 🤍

We are truly grateful to the designers, retailers, and partners who continue to bring such incredible energy, creativity, and momentum to our show.

It’s always our honor to work with you all to display, admire, and share the latest in bridal & special occasion collections with our network.

Your presence continues to make National Bridal Market Community a meaningful space for connection, discovery, industry growth and so much more.

We look forward to welcoming you back in August!

04/09/2026

https://www.vowsmagazine.com/national-bridal-market-concludes-successful-market

Sold out event draws increased attendance over March 2025

04/07/2026

Moments from market 🤍

04/03/2026

Save the date! Our next National Bridal Market Chicago show will be August 16-18th, 2026 at THE MART 🤍

Stay tuned on when registration opens and all the fun details to come as we continue to celebrate 50 years of National Bridal Market!