September Events at the River’s Edge Convention Center

Temperatures are winding down but the excitement is just heating up at the River’s Edge!

Mark your calendars and clear your schedules for September’s must-attend events. Find our full calendar of events, here.

St. Cloud Pride Drag Show

When: Saturday, September 15, 2018; Doors open at 6:30 PM and Show starts at 7:00 PM

Tickets: 2018stcloudpride.eventbrite.com or at the Modern Barnyard in St. Cloud

Join us for a night of comedy and drag by some of the best local, regional, and national performers. Bonnie the Barfly will perform some of her best comedic acts and Azalia Cruz, Trixi Del Mar, Juliet Devine, Roxy Marquis, Genevee Love, DJ CaptiVader and Mercedes Iman will follow it up with jaw-dropping drag. If you love drag, laughing, and having a great time, you won’t want to miss this.

LionCon

When: Saturday and Sunday, September 22-23, 2018

Tickets: lion-con.com or call 320-774-1802

Grab your friends and the entire family for a night of role-play, board games, card games, anime, computer games, cosplay, and more at LionCon, Minnesota’s very own geek and counter-culture convention. Guests include Daniel Mohr, Wolfie B. Bad, Wig-Wig Cosplay, Demon Armor, Jamie Coker, Brian Berg (TPK Games), Minnesota Mystery Machine, and Dusty’s Prop House. Entertainment will go from 10:00 AM Saturday till 6 PM Sunday.

The St. Cloud Wedding Expo

When: Sunday, September 23, 2018; 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Tickets: Online or in person the day of the event

If you’re a bride-to-be, groom, wedding planner, or the family of a couple-to-be, you won’t want to miss Central Minnesota’s longest running wedding expo. Connect with over 90 premier vendors and businesses to start planning your dream wedding. The expo features the latest trends in wedding fashion on a high fashion and entertaining runway presentation. Experience stress-free wedding planning in a stylish, sleek, entertaining atmosphere.


September is going to be a big month at the River’s Edge Convention Center in Downtown St. Cloud! Which event are you most excited for?

The January Wedding Expo 2018: A Beautiful Day of Fun!

The first St. Cloud Wedding Expo of the year was held at the River’s Edge Convention Center on January 14th and had over 90 wedding professionals in attendance!

We’d like to express a very big thank you to all the exhibitors and couples that came out to join us. We met so many fabulous couples and had an absolute blast! From florists to calligraphers to photographers, the St. Cloud Wedding Expo is the largest in the Central Minnesota area.

River’s Edge Convention Center was transformed to an ethereal collection of booths and vendors who welcomed hundreds of brides, grooms, friends, and family members. The atmosphere was not only excited, but elegant, feminine, and fun.

Dozens of professionals were on hand from all corners of Minnesota to make the details of any wedding come alive. Represented were vendors for everything from catering, baking, venues, photography – even Paintball for bachelor and bachelorette parties. Truly something for everyone.

A highlight of the expo is the runway show of gorgeous wedding fashion, including bridal gowns, menswear, and bridesmaid fashions. Lots of lace, sequins, and voluminous skirts were on show for brides and grooms looking for that personal inspiration.

The next wedding expo will be held this fall; look to our Facebook page for more information.

For anyone planning their wedding day, River’s Edge Convention Center is a memorable venue for weddings of all sizes. We partner with several options for caterers, decorators, and liquor suppliers for your specific wedding ideas. As our name implies, we are located along the beautiful Mississippi River, offering spectacular views for your special day. Find out more, or contact us to find out if your date is available!

The Wedding Expo is coming to Saint Cloud!

It is that time of year again! The bi-annual Saint Cloud Wedding Expo is to be held on September 24th at the River’s Edge Convention Center. If you just got engaged this summer or are planning to get engaged soon, join us as vendors provide all types of service imaginable for your dream wedding! If you miss out, you will have to wait until January 14th for the next one. Here is a preview of just a few of the 90 vendors you will find at the expo!

Cold Spring Bakery

A local favorite, Cold Spring Bakery will be there with a lot of gorgeous ideas for your perfect wedding cake. Stop by the booth and check if there are any samples!

Mantra Salon And Spa

Located downtown Saint Cloud in the Regency building, Mantra Salon and Spa is a chic and relaxing place to get your bridesmaids all dolled up the big day. They specialize in weddings and will make you look stunning for the most important day of your life!

Pearl Limo

An elegant limousine ride can take stress away from planning wedding-day transportation, and can be a great way to sneak in some relaxation time with your bridal party. Plus - who doesn’t want to arrive in style?

Carrie Johnson Bridal

A long-time favorite of the Saint Cloud locals, Carrie Johnson is one of the best places to go get your formal wear. Their top-notch customer service and limitless options will ensure you find a jaw dropping wedding dress, as well as the perfect duds for all your wedding party.

Todd Myra Photography

The choice of photography can be overwhelming. You want your photos to be unique and really capture the authentic love between two people. Consider Todd Myra Photography, a highly reviewed professional whose photography is creative and affordable!

As you can see, there is a lot of knowledge and fun to be had at the Saint Cloud Wedding Expo September 24th. Just purchasing a ticket to this premier event enters you to win prizes valued at thousands of dollars! This is an event you do not want to miss! RSVP to the Facebook event or find out more information on the website.  

The St. Cloud Wedding Expo Returns to River’s Edge

On January 15th, the St. Cloud Wedding Expo brought in over 90 vendors to the River’s Edge Convention Center, creating an incredible atmosphere for soon-to-be newlyweds in the center of Downtown St. Cloud. Hundreds of forthcoming brides and grooms experienced the latest trends in wedding food, fashion, and decor and found inspiration for the wedding of a lifetime.

We would like to give special thanks to Geyer Wedding & Event Rentals for decorating the Herberger Suite for reception demonstrations. Experiences like these give brides and grooms a hands-on look and clear expectations of their upcoming nuptials. Not only does this give couples clearer choices, but it gives them peace of mind.

Once again this year, Sauk Rapids’ Granite City Lumberjacks donated a few dashing fellows to participate in the runway show. Sponsors of the runway show included Tip Top Tux, Celebrations Bridal & Formal Wear, & Mantra Salon & Spa.

Did you miss out on the wedding expo this time around? Don’t worry! The St. Cloud Wedding Expo is held twice a year, so be sure to mark your calendars. The next illustrious event will be held on September 24th from 10 AM - 2 PM and January 14th, 2018. These events will take place in the spacious Terry Haws Rooms A & B covering over 30,000 square feet for wedding inspiration.

If you’re in the process of planning a wedding, the River’s Edge Convention Center offers a truly memorable Minnesota wedding reception site in a wide variety of sizes, setups and celebration styles, as well as an unforgettable view of the Mississippi River. Unlike many other venues, you can book your wedding at the Convention Center within 12 months of your I Do’s - with easy access to our list of Caterers and Decorators.