Gold Coast Wedding Trail 2024 Recap: What a Day!
What an amazing day the inaugural Gold Coast Wedding Trail was! If you joined us on Sunday 11th August, 2024, you know exactly what I mean—the excitement, the inspiration and the sheer beauty of all the venues we got to explore. As the curator of the trail and a seasoned wedding planner here in South-East QLD, I’m still buzzing from it all. Whether you’re newly engaged or deep in planning mode, a wedding trail is such a fun way to dive into your wedding journey. Let’s look back at the day and get excited for what’s coming in 2025!
So, what exactly is a Wedding Trail?
If this was your first time on the trail, welcome to one of the best ways to plan your wedding! The Wedding Trail is like an open house for some of the best wedding venues and vendors in the area. You hop from one venue to another, check out the stunning setups, meet incredible local vendors and imagine what your day could look like. No pressure, just good vibes and lots of inspiration! Here’s some of what popped up on the day.
Pioneer Country: Styling and florals by Forever Us and Gold Coast Pop Up Weddings. Images by Samuel Parke Photography.
JW Marriott Resort & Spa: Styling by WedMe, ceremony florals by Blossom Tree Co, reception florals by Arranged by Claire, chandeliers by Chandeliers to Die For, chairs by The Chairman, runway and dancefloor by Events Fantastic, stationery by Ever After Stationery, bridalwear by Look on the Brideside, champagne tower by Bubble Over. Images by Lauren Wild Creative.
Cakes by Kai Kai Cakery. Image by Infinity Collective.
Sheraton Mirage Grand Resort: Styling and florals by Style on Q. Image by Infinity Collective.
Experience the Magic for Yourself
Want to get a taste of what the Wedding Trail is all about? Check out these videos from the 2024 Gold Coast Wedding Trail and see the magic unfold! From breathtaking ceremony setups to jaw-dropping floral arrangements, you’ll feel like you’re right there exploring with us. These videos will give you a glimpse of what makes this event so special.
The Island Gold Coast: styling and florals by Main Event Weddings
QT Hotel Gold Coast: styling and florals by Main Event Weddings
Mo’s Desert Clubhouse: Florals and styling by Forever Us, champagne & beer towers by Bubble Over. Images by Lili & Pearl.
The Trail was packed with exciting special offers, discounts, and giveaways that made it an unforgettable experience for couples! Along the trail, many vendors offered exclusive discounts on their services, helping couples save big on everything from florals to photography. Plus, we teamed up with SeaFM to give away an incredible $30,000 wedding package, and Parkwood Weddings added to the excitement by giving away a $20,000 wedding package! It was an amazing opportunity for couples to kickstart their dream wedding with these generous prizes, and the buzz was undeniable!
Winner of the Parkwood Weddings major $20,000 prize! Smiles all round!
Parkwood Weddings: Florals and styling by Frank & Bloom. Images by The Infinity Collective.
What’s Coming in 2025?
I know, I know—we just wrapped up the 2024 trail, but we’re already thinking about next year! For 2025, we’re exploring some cool new ideas, so you can explore more venues and get the most out of the experience. Dates are TBC, but rest assured, we’re working hard behind the scenes to make next year’s trail even better, with more inspo and more fun!
To the vendors, thank you…
To all the vendors who helped make 2024 such a hit—thank you! Your creativity, passion, and attention to detail were incredible, and couples loved getting to know you and your services. As we gear up for 2025, we’ll be rolling out new marketing initiatives to help you connect with even more engaged couples.
If you didn’t join us this year, now’s the time to get involved! The Wedding Trail is an awesome opportunity to showcase your work in a relaxed, engaging way that gets real results.
Stay tuned …
Keep an eye out for the 2025 dates, and follow us on social media at @gcweddingtrail for all the latest updates. We can’t wait to see you there!
Cheers,
Bree
Owner, WedMe & Curator of the Gold Coast Wedding Trails