Black women in weddings
PHILADELPHIA CHAPTER
A local chapter committed to connection, conversation, and collective growth.
The Philadelphia chapter of Black Women in Weddings exists to create intentional space for Black women across the wedding and events industry to connect, be seen, and engage in meaningful conversation beyond surface-level networking.
Through intimate gatherings, facilitated conversations, and professional experiences, we foster both personal and professional growth within a community rooted in trust, honesty, and shared experience.
Who This is For
The Philadelphia chapter of Black Women in Weddings is for Black women working across the wedding and events industry -including planners, designers, coordinators, florists, photographers, stylists, and creative entrepreneurs- at every stage of their career.
This space is designed for those who:
Value community over competition
Seek meaningful connection, not surface-level networking
Want to grow personally and professionally in rooms rooted in trust and shared experience
This chapter centers Black women while welcoming aligned collaborators and supporters who respect the intention and purpose of the space.
Our Gatherings
The Philadelphia chapter of Black Women in Weddings hosts a series of intentional gatherings designed to foster connection, conversation, and collective growth.
Our programming aligns with the national BWIW signature experiences while reflecting the unique energy and needs of our local communi
An intimate, guided conversation centered on honesty, reflection, and shared experience. Brown Table Talk creates space for meaningful dialogue in a small, intentional setting — prioritizing presence over performance.
Designed for those who value depth, honesty, and shared understanding in a room that feels safe and intentional.
This flagship experience is designed to support both professional growth and personal visibility for Black women across the wedding and events industry.
Grow & Glow blends education, connection, and creative elevation through curated workshops, keynote conversations, and intentional networking moments — creating space for attendees to be seen both in the room and beyond it.
The BWIW Venue Crawl is a high-energy, relationship-centered experience designed to connect Black women in the wedding and event industry with local venues and hospitality partners. Guests will rotate through a curated selection of spaces, enjoying brief venue tours, light bites or beverages, and intentional networking with both venue teams and fellow industry professionals. The experience concludes with a final mixer focused on connection, visibility, and collaboration—creating real opportunities beyond the day itself.
Get involved
There are several ways to engage with the Philadelphia chapter of Black Women in Weddings, whether you’re looking to deepen your connection, attend a gathering, or stay informed about upcoming experiences.
BECOME A MEMBER
Join the national Black Women in Weddings membership to access discounted event pricing, priority registration, and community benefits across all chapters.
JOIN A PHILADELPHIA GATHERING
Explore upcoming Philadelphia-based gatherings, including Brown Table Talk, Grow & Glow, and the BWIW Venue Crawl.
STAY CONNECTED
Not ready to join or attend just yet? Stay in the loop about upcoming Philadelphia gatherings, announcements, and opportunities.