WEDDING BUDGET Hidden expenses that can sink your budget
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A walk down the DIY wedding aisle
Picture this: It’s a romantic night out planned especially by your sweetheart of a beau. Maybe it’s a special stroll through the city streets or dinner by candlelight at home. Before you know it, he’s down on one knee, opening a small box with both hands and presenting a beautiful ring Claire Munn, Designer in front of you. The question is popped, you say “Yes,” and happiness is aplenty. This cloud nine feeling lasts for a few days before it finally hits you — the anxiety of planning a wedding. It’s enough to make any couple want to elope to a Las Vegas chapel. But never fear, the SoIn Bridal Guide is here. This issue of SoIn is a special one, featuring everything an engaged couple needs to know about planning a wedding. As a bride-to-be myself, the
following pages help give some valuable tips to making that walk down the aisle run as smoothly as possible. Written by yours truly, this week’s centerpiece showcases some wedding planning advice from the experts themselves, including a Sellersburg newlywed, a wedding coordinator and a nationally recognized calligrapher. Who knew you could find your gown on eBay or make your own flower arrangements via a YouTube video? And with the increasing popularity of DIY weddings, the sky’s the limit when it comes to adding a personal touch. So whether you’re just getting started planning or nearing the end, I’ll impart one piece of advice: The most important part is getting to spend the rest of your life with the person you love the most. Now that’s SoIn. — Claire Munn in the lead designer of SoIn. She can be reached by phone at 812-206-2131 or email at claire. munn@newsandtribune.com. Follow her on Twitter: @clamunn.
Expenses that can sink your wedding budget
In the days of yore, the responsibility of paying for a wedding fell to the bride’s parents. But that tradition has largely fallen by the wayside in recent years, when more and more couples have used their own savings to finance their weddings. Few couples enter the process of planning their weddings unaware of just how expensive weddings can get. Couples know that certain wedding expenses, such as the cost of booking a reception hall, will eat up a large portion of their budgets. But there are some hidden expenses that couples must build into their budgets to avoid finding themselves in debt. • Taxes: Sales tax might not seem so significant when you’re buying everyday items, but the taxes add up quickly when paying for a wedding. Depending on where you live, state and lo-
cal sales tax can exceed 9 percent in the United States, and some Canadians pay as much as 15 percent in combined sales taxes depending on where they live. Before signing contracts with any vendors, couples should get the price including sales tax written into their contracts, as
failing to do so may result in a several thousand dollar surprise when the time to pay up arrives. • Gratuities: Gratuities are another potentially hefty expense that often takes engaged couples by surprise as they start to plan their weddings. Some reception halls build gratuities
for staff into their estimates, and these tips for the staff can be as high as 25 percent at some venues. But even if gratuities for reception hall staff are already accounted for, don’t forget to include tips for additional vendors the day of the wedding. Couples may be expected to tip the florist, photographer, band or deejay and even the reception hall maitre d’ if his or her gratuity is not included in the aforementioned staff tip. Brides-to-be typically tip their hairstylist and makeup artist, as well. • Postage: Couples who plan to invite guests via email or online invitations can skirt the cost of postage. But many couples still prefer traditional paper invitations, which include return envelopes that tradition suggests should also be stamped. Save-the-date cards have grown in popularity as well, and these cards must also be stamped and
mailed. Depending on the size of your guest list, postage can cost several hundred dollars before you mail your last invitation. And don’t forget to save some money for postage to mail thank-you cards. • Overtime: Overtime fees for reception hall staff and additional outside vendors are typically written into contracts, but few couples imagine needing more than the predetermined allotment of time noted in their contracts. But it’s better to be safe than sorry, as unanticipated events such as a misplaced wedding license or heavy traffic on the way to the venue can force the party to start late and thus extend past its deadline. Set aside some money for overtime so you don’t find yourselves scrounging for dollars or charging the extra few hundred dollars on your credit cards.
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What: ‘Skin Deep’ When: Through Feb. 15 Where: Derby Dinner Playhouse, 525 Marriott Drive, Clarksville Info: derbydinner.com “Skin Deep” is a warm-hearted, romantic comedy about a large, lovable, lonely-heart named Maureen who gives romance one last shot on a blind-date. Start your new year with laughter. Written by Jon Lonoff. For over 40 years the theater has served the Southern Indiana region and Kentucky by reaching out to more than 3 million people.
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What: FAT Friday Trolley Hop When: 6 to 10:30 p.m. Friday, Jan. 30 Info: fatfridayhop.com Explore the Clifton, Crescent Hill and Butchertown neighborhoods by way of a trolley ride. Held year-round on the final Friday of every month, this event draws attracts thousands of people to enjoy free rides to participating shops, restaurants and galleries along the Frankfort, Mellwood and Story Avenue corridor. Many of the businesses host live music and entertainment, complimentary refreshments and special sales on trolley hop nights.
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Choosing a band or deejay
Few things set the tone for a wedding ceremony and reception better than music. Music establishes ambience and serves to transition guests through the various components of the day. The decision of whether to hire a band or deejay often comes down to personal preference and budget. The following are some things couples should consider when making their decision
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Band
Live musicians spend years honing their crafts, and watching a band play at a wedding reception can be akin to attending a concert. A live band can bring with it a sense of sophistication. Performers can tone the music to the crowd and improvise if necessary to meet the needs of the room. A good bandleader also will serve as a master of ceremonies at the reception. Many wedding bands can competently play songs from various genres of music, while some are especially skilled at recreating the sound of a particular group. Bands tend to be more expensive than deejays, and that’s something couples must factor into their budgets if they prefer a band to a deejay.
Deejay
Deejays are advantageous for various reasons. Thanks to the accessibility of digital music, deejays can often procure just about any song a couple desires for the reception. That’s a significant benefit for couples who want to hear the original versions of their favorite songs, and not a band’s take on those songs. Deejays also can read the crowd and make adjustments to the music at any time. If a particular genre is not working, deejays can easily transition to another type of music to get guests back on their feet. That’s not always possible for bands whose repertoire is exclusive to a particular genre. Many deejays also blend songs seamlessly and may incorporate lights and other effects into their performances, which can encourage guests to loosen up and hit the dance floor.
Popular and modern first dance songs
• “A Thousand Years” by Christina Perri: “Twihard” fans enjoyed this romantic song during the pivotal wedding scene between Bella Swan and Edward Cullen in the popular “Twilight” movie “Breaking Dawn.” Couples looking to recreate the magic of these star-crossed lovers can embrace Perri’s delicate tone and tender lyrics. • “All of Me” by John Legend: It’s been hard to escape this popular love song by R&B artist John Legend. This song has quickly become a popular choice for a couple’s first dance. • “I Choose You” by Sara Bareilles: This peppy song by singer/songwriter Sara Bareilles is a good choice for couples who prefer being nontraditional. It’s faster paced and less sentimen-
tal than many other wedding songs. • “Better Together” by Jack Johnson: Johnson is known primarily for his soft rock and acoustic guitar work blended with catchy lyrics. Also an accomplished surfer, Johnson’s work is enjoyed by many but may be especially prized by couples who want to their reception to be a laid back affair full of fun and whimsy. • “I Don’t Dance” by Lee Brice: Speaking of country influences, couples who want a little twang in their first dances can choose Brice’s breakthrough hit. Lyrics about spinning his partner around in circles despite not liking to dance illustrates what one will do when in love.
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Picking a photo package
One decision that couples must make carefully concerns the photography package they choose for their ceremonies and receptions. Wedding photographers play a big role on a couple’s big day, and it’s important that men and women about to tie the knot consider a host of factors before choosing the men or women they will ultimately task with visually documenting their wedding days. • Party size: The number of people on the guest list should factor into your choice of wedding photographer. If your guest list is especially large, then you might want to consider hiring two or more photographers to document the day. Many agencies offer separate packages for couples who want one photographer and couples who prefer two or more photographers, so it pays to examine the price differences between such packages to see if more than one photographer can fit into your budget. • Travel: When discussing a wedding photography package,
ask how much travel is included in the package. This is important for couples whose ceremonies are in a separate location from their receptions. If the distance between the ceremony site and the reception venue is considerable, you may have to pay extra for the photographer to travel between both sites. While a reasonable amount of travel is typically included in a photography package, it’s best that you
confirm this prior to signing an agreement. • Videography: Many photography agencies also offer videography services in some of their wedding packages. Videography can be a great way for couples to document their wedding days, and it can be fun for couples to watch their wedding videos with their families down the road.
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Make your engagement photoshoot a success
Engagement photos vary depending on the couple. Often reserved for save-thedate cards and now commonly used to spruce up wedding websites, engagement photos can range from formal shoots to more laid back shots in more everyday attire. • Find a photographer who shares your sensibilities. Photographers can vary greatly in style, and an engagement photoshoot will be most successful when couples find a photographer whose style matches the theme they are looking for with their photoshoot. You likely would not hire a nature photographer to photograph a basketball game, so don’t hire
someone who specializes in posed shots if you want your photos to be more spontaneous. • Solicit ideas from the photographer. Some couples already know exactly where they want their engagement photos to be shot and which poses they want to be arranged. However, many couples have little or no experience with professional photoshoots, and such couples should solicit ideas from each photographer they are considering hiring. A skilled and/or seasoned photographer should propose several ideas. • Avoid studio shots. Many couples prefer their engagement photos be taken some-
where they have a personal connection to, such as the sight of their first date or a park they frequently visit. Studio photoshoots might provide the best lighting, but couples have no connection to such spaces, and down the road they may regret not taking the photos in someplace that’s more meaningful. • Don’t forget candid shots. Candid shots make the photoshoot more fun and loosen couples up a little bit. Don’t be bashful during candid shots for fear of being embarrassed down the road. Have fun with the candid shots, and your other photos are likely to come out better as a result.
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‘I do’
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Gretchen Scott ordered bulk flowers from Costco and created all her own flower arrangements for her wedding. PHOTO BY STIVERS PHOTOGRAPHY
Gretchen Scott and Matt Miller got married at Cover Bridge Golf Club in Sellersburg on Oct. 18. PHOTO BY STIVERS PHOTOGRAPHY
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Gretchen Scott bought wedding sheet cakes from Costco and used a cheesecake as the bride and groom cake. PHOTO BY STIVERS PHOTOGRAPHY
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By CLAIRE MUNN claire.munn@newsandtribune.com OUTHERN INDIANA — When newlywed Gretchen Scott first started planning her wedding last year, there was one important detail she wanted to make sure didn’t get left out — having fun. “For [my husband] Matt and I, we SOME TIPS FOR wanted to make sure all our friends WEDDING PLANING and family could be there and that • Stick to your budget they just had a good time celebrating • Space out your DIY projects with us,” Scott said. “That’s what I • Don’t overcommit yourself expected in the beginning and that’s • Research the cost-savings of what I tried to focus on rather than doing it yourself getting caught in the details.” • Looking into buying flowers With nine months to plan her big in bulk or sheet cakes day, the 34-year-old from Sellersburg • Check with caterers on how knew she had a lot get done before to account for kids celebrating her wedding at the town’s • Watch YouTube or Internet Covered Bridge Golf Club on Oct. 18. directions for DIY projects “I didn’t think we had enough • Don’t stress out if small time to do an October wedding when things don’t get finished we got engaged because we didn’t • Be diligent in getting a final have a full year,” Scott said. “I didn’t head count • Don’t turn into a ‘Bridezilla’ think that nine months was going to • Delegate tasks to other be enough time. It did end up being members of the bridal party [enough].” • Have fun While the process of planning a — Gretchen Scott wedding can be daunting, it’s also a chance for the bride and groom to ON THE WEB create an event that matches their • L&M Detailed Events: lmdepersonalities. And with the rising tailedevents.com trend of do-it-yourselfers, brides are • Jan Hurst Calligraphy & Demore able to customize their wedsign: louisvillecalligraphy.com dings with creativity in mind. For Scott, it included an array of WEDDING WEBSITES tasks, from creating her own flower • weddingwire.com arrangements to buying cakes from Costco. She even purchased her wed- • theknot.com • brides.com ding dress on eBay for $100. • wedding.com “It was an $800 dress that I got for • thumbtack.com/weddings $100 on eBay,” she said. “It worked out great.” While there can be several cost-saving benefits to a DIY wedding, Scott said it’s important not to overcommit yourself. “The only thing I would suggest is if you’re going to do a lot of things yourself, space them out so you don’t pick 10 things that you have to do within a week of the wedding,” she said. “You’re just not going to have time.”
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WEDDING: Experts give advice for dealing with stress CONTINUED FROM PAGE 8 Lorrie Hanners, co-owner of Louisville-based L&M Detailed Events wedding planning company, said it’s impossible for couples to image the work involved when planning a wedding. Hiring a planner can be beneficial to making a bride and groom’s wedding enjoyable and not having to manage the details alone, she said. “On the morning of your wedding, you should be relaxing with your bridesmaids and thinking about just one thing: marrying your best friend,” Hanners said in an email. When it comes to planning a DIY wedding, Hanners encourages brides to consider a dayof-wedding coordinator to ensure everything is running on schedule. She also debunked a common misconception that couples must follow a set a rules or standards when planning a wedding. “We encourage our clients to incorporate their own unique ideas or traditions on their wedding day,” Hanners said. “Often the most enjoyable and authentic weddings are those that reflect the personalities of the bride and groom.” For Scott, her favorite part of the planning process was having a laid-back and relaxed atmosphere. “Take a couple things that are really important to you and make sure that they happen,” she said. “Don’t blow your budget just because you have to have one thing because if you’re paying for your wedding on your fifth anniversary it’s not going to be good.” Scott said research is a key factor in determining what is cheaper or more expensive to do yourself, such as purchasing invitations. When it comes to wedding invitations, Jan Hurst knows how to help a bride and groom pick out exactly what they need. Owner of Jan Hurst Calligraphy & Design in Floyds Knobs, Hurst has been helping brides pick out everything from invitations to save-the-dates and menu cards since the ’80s. “I like to take all the stress out of this part of it for the bride and groom,” Hurst said. “I just try to make the whole process as easy as possible and help them not forget things.” Recently, Hurst’s business was ranked in the top 5 percent of all wedding professionals nationwide due to her client reviews at WeddingWire.com. The website is an online service for couples to research and review local wedding vendors. Hurst said she appreciates receiving the honor and being able to incorporate that emblem on her own website. “I love the happiness that it brings people,” she said. “I get so many nice compliments, I get really good testimonials and it’s just heartwarming to me to know that I played a part in their beautiful day.” In working with a DIY bride, Hurst said she can help by offering advice or taking the pressure off
PHOTO COURTESY OF JAN HURST CALLIGRAPHY & DESIGN addressing several envelopes. “It’s not as easy as it looks, that’s the thing about doing it yourself,” she said. “I hear from so many mothers-of-the-bride that they wish they had gone this route if they hadn’t.” Whether doing it yourself or leaving it to the professionals, Hurst advised it’s always proper to handwrite the address, never typewrite. “It’s a sign of respect for your guest, a sign that you think they’re important and it also sets the tone for your whole wedding,” she said. Stress is a large factor that can come into play when planning a wedding and coordinating vendors. Scott said whenever she felt overwhelmed, she would try to calm down, make deadline lists and delegate tasks if she could. “You read a lot of articles and a lot of them have ‘Bridezillas’ and that was one of my big concerns,” Scott said. “It was like ‘I am not going to turn into a Bridezilla’ because I can be a bit of a control freak.” One way Scott helped alleviate that stress was letting her bridesmaids pick out their own black dresses rather then matching ones. “In the end, you're going to be just as married if small things didn’t get done so don’t stress out about those or get in a bad mood because no ones going to know but you,” she said. And with an industry changing from one year to the next, the need to have an elaborate wedding isn’t as popular as it used to be, she said. “The backyard wedding is more acceptable where you just have friends over,” Scott said. “Instead, you put your money down on a house or you go on a nice trip, and I think that’s a great trend that people aren’t anticipating.” Hanners said because the industry is always changing, she makes sure to stay up to date on all the latest trends by reading bridal magazines and working with other wedding professionals. “Social media, especially Pinterest, has also had a big impact on the industry,” she said. “It often helps brides come up with creative ideas and themes.” Above everything, Hanners said it’s important to create memories that last a lifetime. “Your wedding day is a blur, and it’s over before you know it,” she said. “Make sure to take a moment to stop and take it all in.”
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Memorable wedding entrances
Once wedding vows and rings have been exchanged, many couples join their friends and family to celebrate with a wedding reception. Explore these ideas for memorable wedding reception entrances. • Catch guests by surprise. Wedding guests will probably expect the wedding party to enter through a certain door and the bride and groom to follow afterward. An element of surprise, such as the couple rising from the floor or appearing from a different area in the reception hall, may not require a lot of planning but can have a dramatic effect. • Stick to one or two songs. Some couples think it might be fun to have each member of the wedding party enter with a different song. Not only will this take a lot of coordination on the part of the deejay, but it can make the entrance choppy as well. Introductions may go more smoothly if couples have the entire wedding party enter to a particular song that revs up the crowd and gets them excited for the grand entrance. • Make sure everyone is on board. Couples should recognize that some members of the wed-
ding party may be uncomfortable acting like clowns in front of a crowd. Do not force anyone to participate in crazy antics if they do not want to. Find things each member of a wedding party feels comfortable doing. • Include the entrance in your planning. If you want to follow a certain theme, such as “Star Wars” or “Mission Impossible,” coordinate in advance with a deejay or band members. Talk about what, if any, props you plan to use and the type of music that will be playing. If entrances involve choreography, be certain to practice in advance
of the wedding so everything will work out well and look professional. • Low-key entrances are acceptable, too. Couples who aren’t into much fanfare should not feel pressured to make an entrance with a dance routine or to have any stunning visual effects. If you want a low-key introduction, arrange for such an entrance with the emcee. Wedding entrances are what a couple makes of them, and they can run the gamut from traditional introductions to theatrical skits and dance routines.
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Groom’s cakes make a comeback
Groom’s cakes have existed for generations but have fallen out of favor in many parts of North America since the 1970s. Now groom’s cakes are experiencing a resurgence in popularity. A groom’s cake traditionally represents something masculine, providing a contrast to the oftfeminine features, such as floral bouquets and frilly gowns, that dominate many weddings. Groom’s cake designs often reflect a particular hobby or interest of the groom’s. Historically, groom’s cakes are chocolate, a sharp contrast to traditional wedding cakes, which tend to be vanilla and white. Women today are likely no longer snuggling up to fondant and mousse cake slices at night, and wedding cakes are no longer relegated to vanilla cake with vanilla icing. Yet with wedding cake bakers showing off their creative prowess on television or through their own artistic bakery displays, it’s no wonder that couples looking for something unique are once again embracing the tradition of groom’s cakes. Couples who are mulling whether or not to add a groom’s cake to their menus should consider the following tips. • Make sure it is highly personal. Groom’s cakes typically reference hobbies, affiliations or interests of the groom. Some men may want their cake to showcase the logo of their favorite professional sports team, while others may want a cake inspired by a favorite superhero. • Involve the groom in the process. Despite the name, groom’s cakes may not always involve the groom. A cake may be designed or selected by the groom’s bride-to-be or his mother. Some forward-thinking brides may want to encourage their grooms-to-be to select their own cakes and offer input on their designs. • Find a bakery that has experience in whimsical cakes.
Groom’s cakes are very often intricate structures and sculptures. The groom’s cake may be more labor-intensive than the traditional wedding cake, so couples may want to shop around for a cake chef with the experience to pull off the design they desire. • Experiment with flavor combinations. Because the groom’s
cake is all about that special guy, the flavor of the cake should be centered around what he would enjoy. Flavors can include chocolate, candy bar-inspired flavors, or even a bacon-infused cake. • Consider serving the groom’s cake at the rehearsal. Some couples prefer to serve the groom’s cake at the rehearsal dinner rather than having two cakes at the wedding. Guests may not be able to fit two slices of cake after a large wedding meal, so serving the groom’s cake at the rehearsal dinner may be the best of both worlds. The bride — and her cake — typically steal the show at the average wedding. Therefore, a groom’s cake can be a special touch that allows the groom to bask in his own wedding-day spotlight.
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Local SoIn Happenings Feeling left out? Send your establishment’s and/or organization’s upcoming events/new features/entertainment information to SoIn Editor Jason Thomas at jason.thomas@newsandtribune. com
Corydon Jamboree
Where: 220 Hurst Lane, Corydon When: 7:30 p.m. Saturday Saturday, Jan. 31: Marcus Kinnard, Natalie Berry with Big Momma General Admission $10; children 6-12, $6; under 6, free. For reservations, directions or any other information call 812-738-1130. [corydonjamboree.com]
Ross Country Jamboree
Where: 31 Wardell Street, Scottsburg When: 7:30 p.m. Saturday Saturday, Jan. 31: Marcus Kinnard, Natalie Berry with Big Momma General Admission $10; children 6-12, $6; under 6, free. For reservations, directions or any other information call 866-573-7677. [rosscountryjamboree. com] Saturday, Feb. 7: Christy Miller, Donald Strickland, Mike Boughey
Live on State at Wick’s
Where: Wick’s Pizza Parlor, 225 State St., New Albany When: Friday and Saturday Friday, Jan. 30: Full Contact Karaoke; Saturday, Jan. 31: Rachel Timberlake [wickspizza.com]
Live music at Big Four Burgers + Beer
Where: Big Four Burgers + Beer, 134 Spring St., Jeffersonville When: Friday and Saturday Friday, Jan. 30: Kyle Hastings; Saturday, Jan. 31: Kelsey and Rachel [bigfourburgers.com]
Live music at Charlie Nobel’s
Where: Charlie Nobel’s Eatery + Draught House, 7815 Ind. 311, Sellersburg When: Friday and Saturday Friday, Jan. 30: Bobby Wilson; Saturday, Jan. 31: Kyle Hastings
Video release/concert
What: Drew Alexander “Best Days” video release/concert When: 6 to 10 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 31 Where: New Albany Production House, 1736 E. Main St., New Albany Cost: $7 in advance; $10 at door; VIP $12/$15 (includes VIP seats, autographed poster, photo, swag bag) Info: DrewAlexandersMusic.com Concert by Drew Alexander and viewing of “Best Days” video. Meadow Ryann, Ashley Ledrick and Dark Horse will open.
Concerts at Headliners
Where: Headliners Music Hall, 1386 Lexington Road, Louisville Info: headlinerslouisville.com Thursday, Jan. 29, 8 p.m., Junkyard Dogs with DJ Matt Anthony (a benefit for Dare to Care), $10 (21 and over); Wednesday, Feb. 4, 8 p.m.: Shovels & Rope with Caroline Rose, $20 (18 and over)
‘Skin Deep’
When: Through Feb. 15 Where: Derby Dinner Playhouse Tickets: Call 812-288-8281 or visit derbydinner.com “Skin Deep” is a warm-hearted, romantic comedy about a large, lovable, lonely-heart named Maureen who gives romance one last shot on a blind-date. Maureen’s classy, polished sister and her gorgeous husband, who are having problems of their own, can’t help but get involved in her love life which doesn’t always produce their desired results. Joe, the unsuspecting blind-date, can’t seem to do or say anything right, but might just win in the end.
Kosair Shrine Circus
When: Feb. 5-8 Where: Broadbent Arena, Kentucky Expo Center Info: kosaircircus.com The 90th annual Kosair Shrine Circus is coming to town and tickets are on sale now. The big event begins Thursday, Feb. 5 and concludes Sunday, Feb. 8 in Broadbent Arena at the Kentucky Exposition Center. Doors open one hour before each show for elephant and pony rides. Tickets are available at TicketMaster and at the Kentucky Expo Center and Kentucky International Convention Center ticket offices.