Three days of wedding inspiration in Addis Ababa! Discover ideas, meet wedding professionals, and plan your dream wedding at AICC from December 4 - 6, 2026. Presented by Festive Events, with Tiba Connect as the strategic partner.
Meet wedding professionals and explore fashion, décor, photography and services for your celebration. Couples, families, planners and the public can discover ideas together.
Explore wedding services, meet the people behind them and gather ideas for your celebration in one place.
Discover
Explore wedding sectors, from venues and couture to photography and honeymoon travel.
Meet
Talk with wedding professionals about your plans, priorities and the services you need.
Plan
Compare ideas and discuss next steps directly with wedding professionals.
Explore
Discover the programme and check back for confirmed session times and admission details.
YOUR WEDDING WORLD, TOGETHER
Guardians of Union
Symbols of Forever
First Journeys
Beauty Artisans
Celebration Curators
Culinary Artistry
Venues & Sanctuaries
Atelier & Couture
Memory Makers
Ambiance & Blooms
4 - 6 DECEMBER 2026 · AICC
Three days.
One beautiful beginning.
Explore the Festive Wedding Expo programme in Addis Ababa.
4 DECEMBER / BUSINESS DAY
Day 1
Open with our ceremony, then dive into industry panels and masterclasses. Network with fellow vendors, and close the day at our press and media preview evening.
Explore bridal fashion runway shows, live décor demonstrations and curated connection sessions. Meet wedding professionals and discover ideas for your honeymoon.
Enjoy the final exhibitions, showcase finale and best-dressed bride competition. End the Expo with the Festive Wedding Awards Gala, featuring live entertainment, dining, and industry awards.
Programme highlights are provisional. Daily opening hours, session times and admission details will be published once confirmed. Imagery is illustrative.
6 DECEMBER · THE CLOSING CELEBRATION
A night for wedding excellence.
The Festive Wedding Awards Gala closes Day 3 with a black-tie evening of live entertainment, gourmet dining and recognition for the people behind extraordinary celebrations.
Nomination details, judging criteria and gala admission information will be announced by the organisers.
EXHIBIT WITH FESTIVE
Find your place. Make your mark.
Introduce your wedding business, meet prospective customers and build relationships with complementary professionals. Tell us what you would like to exhibit.
Apply online. The Festive team will review your requirements and contact you about the next steps. An application does not confirm a stand.
Presented by Festive Events, with strategic partner Tiba Connect, bringing Ethiopia’s wedding community together at Addis International Convention Center.
LOOKING AHEAD
The longer-term vision includes international and diaspora participation, followed by regional and overseas editions. These are future ambitions; the confirmed event is Addis Ababa, 4–6 December 2026.
A FEW GOOD QUESTIONS
Before your
next chapter.
When and where is the Expo?
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Festive Wedding Expo takes place on 4–6 December 2026 at Addis International Convention Center (AICC), Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Follow the map link above for directions; daily opening hours will be announced.
How can my business exhibit?
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Complete the exhibitor application with your business details and category. Our team will review your application and contact you about the next steps.
What happens after I apply?
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The team reviews each application and contacts you to discuss suitability, space requirements and participation arrangements. Applying does not guarantee approval or reserve a stand.
Who can attend?
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Couples, families, wedding planners, industry professionals and the public are welcome to explore the expo. Attendance registration and admission details are awaiting confirmation.
Is an application a confirmed booking?
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No. Your application records your interest. The Festive team will review it and contact you with the next steps before any booking is confirmed.
LET’S MAKE SOMETHING BEAUTIFUL
Your next chapter.
Let’s make it Festive.
Have a question about attending, partnerships or the expo? Contact our team. Ready to exhibit? Apply through the dedicated exhibitor registration page.
