Vinnies Wedding Expo
Find your dream wedding outfit for less. Shop hundreds of pre-loved and new wedding dresses, suits and accessories while supporting people in need.
What is the Vinnies Wedding Expo?
With the cost of living continuing to rise and the average Australian wedding now costing around $38,000, more couples are looking for ways to celebrate without the high price tag.
The Vinnies Wedding Expo offers a unique alternative. Bringing together a curated collection of donated and pre-loved wedding outfits, the expo gives couples access to beautiful gowns, suits and accessories at a fraction of their original cost.
Why shop second-hand for your wedding
Choosing pre-loved is not just budget-friendly, it is a meaningful and sustainable choice.
- Save on designer and high-quality pieces
- Reduce textile waste by giving garments a second life
- Find unique styles you will not see anywhere else
- Shop with purpose, knowing your purchase gives back
Many wedding outfits are worn once and then stored away. By choosing second-hand, you are helping keep beautiful garments in circulation.
Your purchase supports our good works
Every dollar spent at the Vinnies Wedding Expo helps fund Vinnies NSW programs and services supporting people experiencing hardship. These include:
- Emergency relief and food assistance
- Homelessness support
- Financial assistance and community programs
You can walk down the aisle knowing your outfit is making a real difference.
Donate your wedding outfit
Give your wedding outfit a second life. Donate your pre-loved dress, suit or accessories to help someone else find their perfect look while supporting people in need.
Instead of sitting in storage, your outfit could become someone else’s perfect find.
The 2026 Vinnies Wedding Expo
Find your dream wedding outfit at the 2026 Vinnies Wedding Expo at Waverley Vinnies! Shop hundreds of brand-new and pre-loved pieces, including:
- Wedding dresses
- Suits
- Bridesmaid dresses
- Shoes and accessories
Discover one-of-a-kind pieces for your special day while supporting people in need. Join the Facebook Event and visit us in store to experience it for yourself.
Dates: Saturday 18 April to Friday 24 April
Location: Waverley Vinnies, 255-259 Bronte Rd, Waverley NSW 2024
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