There are few places in the world where romance feels as intrinsic to the landscape as it does in Udaipur. With its shimmering lakes, marble palaces and centuries-old Rajput heritage, the City of Lakes has long been a stage for celebrations of extraordinary beauty. This October, it becomes the setting for one of the most anticipated gatherings in the global wedding industry.

The 17th edition of DWP Congress will bring together 350 of the world’s leading destination wedding planners, luxury suppliers, creative visionaries and industry innovators, representing more than 75 countries. Now in its 12th year, with 16 global editions behind it, DWP Congress has established itself as a meeting place for the people shaping the future of destination weddings and luxury celebrations.

Its next chapter unfolds at Fairmont Udaipur Palace, the Congress’s Host Palace Partner—a spectacular 18-acre retreat where contemporary luxury meets the grandeur of Rajasthan.

Here, celebration takes on a sense of theatre. More than 140,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor event spaces offer an extraordinary canvas for weddings and occasions of every scale. From the grand Jewel ballroom to the ceremonial gardens of Jashn Bagh and the dramatic Chand Baori, every setting evokes the romance and magnificence of a royal era, reimagined for modern-day celebrations.

The choice of India is equally significant. As destination weddings continue to evolve into immersive, multi-day experiences, India offers a rare combination of cultural richness, architectural grandeur, diverse landscapes and sophisticated hospitality. Its wedding ecosystem has become an increasingly important part of the international luxury celebrations market.

For DWP Congress, Udaipur offers more than a spectacular backdrop. It creates an opportunity for the global wedding community to engage directly with India’s dynamic creative and hospitality landscape. Through curated meetings, meaningful connections and structured business exchanges, the Congress is designed to turn introductions into collaborations and conversations into lasting partnerships.

And perhaps that is what makes this edition particularly compelling: the coming together of two worlds—the global business of luxury weddings and the enduring romance of Rajasthan.

This October, in a city that has been celebrating love and royalty for centuries, the world’s wedding elite will gather once again.

Welcome to Udaipur. Welcome to a new chapter in the art of celebration.