Newly engaged? Then you're ready to start planning your big day.
Join us at Priam Vineyards, one of Connecticut’s top vineyard wedding venues!
Experience our elegant, natural setting. Meet our wedding team. Explore offerings from top-rated Connecticut vendors. Get valuable tips from experts about planning your special day.
About Priam
Authentic beauty in a picturesque vineyard.
Priam combines natural elegance with rustic charm to offer the perfect venue for your one-of-a-kind celebration.
Exchange vows under the open sky, surrounded by dancing vines.
About the Event
For a third year, we've curated a vibrant collection of Connecticut wedding planning professionals to help you plan your day. New this year, we're offering an exciting schedule of interactive presentations to help you with all aspects of wedding planning, from name changes to flower budgets, dress shopping timelines and the etiquette of inviting children. Plus we're giving away some great raffle prizes and running tours of our Wedding Suite throughout the day! Review the complete schedule and remember to reserve your spot.
Schedule of Presenters
This year, we’ve brought together a team of experts to help you bring your special day to life. Plan your day and don't forget to bring your questions!
12:30pm
"Signed, Sealed, Delivered: The Legalities of Love"
Join Justice of the Peace Elizabeth McGuire to discuss everything you need to do and consider when getting married, from name changes to licenses and everything in between.
with Justice of the Peace Elizabeth McGuire
1:00pm
"The Smart Bride's Dress Plan"
Get expert insight from Abbie Paklos of "The Wedding Dress" in Portland, CT on silhouettes, fabrics, timelines, pricing tiers, and insider tips to help you walk into your appointment confident and prepared.
with Abbie Paklos of "The Wedding Dress"
1:30pm
"Petals with a Purpose"
From bouquet to ceremony arch, Carol Smith from "Blissful Blooms" in Colchester, CT will guide you to discover how intentional floral design transforms your entire wedding aesthetic — without blowing your budget.
with Carol Smith of "Blissful Blooms"
2:00pm
"From "I Do" to the Dance Floor"
Your first dance sets the tone for the night. Join dancers from Fred Astaire in MIddletown, CT to experience a live showcase of choreography styles — from timeless elegance to modern flair — and see how personalized lessons bring your love story to life.
with Dancers from the Fred Astaire Dance Studio of Middletown, CT
2:30pm
"Organized, On Budget, On Time: Designing the Perfect Day"
Think of this as your wedding planning crash course. From timelines and budgets to design decisions and vendor coordination, Priam's own wedding coordinator, Kristine Herold, breaks down exactly how to plan a seamless, stress-free celebration.
with Kristine Herold from "Priam Vineyards"
Bridal Show Vendors
Learn about some of Connecticut's best wedding vendors, from caterers to florists and musicians.
Caterers
At Brasato, we craft authentic Italian cuisine featuring all fresh pasta, delivering a unique and handcrafted menu. Paired with exceptional service, we ensure your special day lives forever.
Superior service, amazing experiences, undeniably delicious cuisine, and execution on every detail, no matter the size, better than everyone else!
We believe every meal should be an experience. Our talented team is dedicated to elevating each occasion with exceptional food, outstanding service, and memories that last a lifetime.
Delicious catering and food truck menus for all your wedding event celebrations.
From rehearsal dinner to bridal shower to reception, our services extend to every aspect of your special day. We take your individual needs and style into account when planning and work with you to achieve your vision.
Treats & Drinks
Formal Indulgence is an exclusive caterer providing a cappuccino/espresso bar and a chocolate fountain station.
Offering sophisticated whimsy paired with flawless execution from our cotton candy cart
We bring elegance and ease to your event with a seamless bar experience. From curated cocktails to exceptional service, we take care of everything so you can savor every moment.
Hospitality
The Bevin House offers quaint, comfy rooms, each personally decorated with charming colors and period antiques.
Elegant, clean and affordable suites and accommodations, just a short 20 minutes from Priam Vineyards.
Event Services & Entertainment
A premier event production and design company specializing in permanent/non permanent lighting, fabric, decor, sound, neon/led signs and custom builds for weddings and events of all kinds.
Fun, delicious, refined and personalized candy and dessert buffets along with exemplary service to our clients.
We're in the business of fun, providing only the best DJs, plus photography, lighting, audio, event services and photo booths.
Your premier entertainment experience across the Northeast, specializing in transforming ordinary moments into extraordinary memories with all things entertainment.
Award winning band that performs anywhere in New England at weddings, corporate events, or outdoor concerts.
Signature Details
One-of-a-kind etched mirrors and sign to be cherished by family and friends for decades.
Night Owl Woodworks
Customized, Connecticut-made wedding favors and decor.
Delivering unforgettable pumpkin displays designed to make your autumn memorable. Serving all CT & surrounding areas.
Wedding Attire
A men's formal wear shop selling suits, tuxedos, ties, cufflinks, socks and much more. We provide quality formal wear for any occasion, and are here to help you look and feel your best.
A quaint boutique in Portland, CT with a diverse selection of unique wedding dresses for brides, bridesmaids, mothers, and flower girls. Come to find that "distinctive style for your walk down the aisle!"
Wedding Professionals
Our specialty is weddings. Enjoy your big event in a manner befitting royalty. Let us help you make your day uniquely romantic.
Distinctive flower arrangements, inspired by my love for all aspects of nature, flowers & animals.
When your day arrives, DATTCO will be there- with the right vehicles, the right planning, and the right professionals to make it all come together seamlessly.
I love officiating weddings because it is an honor to be asked to be part of such a joyful experience. I believe that your ceremony should be unique and meaningful to you and your partner.
Customized wedding dance instruction programs to help give you confidence and skills to show off during your wedding day.
Celebrating love, one ceremony at a time with Michelle Amore Rodriguez, wedding officiant, ordained minister and Justice of the Peace.
We see photography as an art form that captures moments that otherwise would be gone forever. With one glance, you're transported back to the way you felt, with the people you love.