Randy Fenoli, Star of TLC’s ‘Say Yes to the Dress,’ Headlines Bridal Brunch and Designer Showcase at Rivers Casino Philadelphia Aug. 9

PHILADELPHIA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jul 6, 2026--

Bridal fashion expert Randy Fenoli, star of TLC’s long-running hit series “Say Yes to the Dress,” will headline the Bridal Brunch and Designer Showcase at Rivers Casino Philadelphia on Sunday, Aug. 9, at noon.

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The event will feature a brunch buffet, a fashion show highlighting gowns from Randy Fenoli Bridal’s latest collections and a keynote address by Fenoli. Tickets are on sale now, with individual admission starting at $60 and reserved tables available for groups. A limited number of VIP tickets that include meet-and-greet experiences with Fenoli are also available for an additional $25.

Brides-to-be, grooms-to-be, wedding parties, family members, friends and wedding professionals are all invited to attend this one-of-a-kind wedding event. Rivers Casino Philadelphia’s on-site wedding services team has created a celebration designed to inspire couples and help bring their wedding visions to life.

Assigned tables and reserved seating are included with admission to the brunch event. Organizers expect the Bridal Brunch and Designer Showcase to sell out, so early ticket purchases are encouraged.

The Guest List: Say Yes to Sunday, Aug. 9

General admission tickets include a brunch buffet, one complimentary drink and entry into a prize raffle. Check-in begins at 11:30 a.m.

Full tables for eight guests are also available and include exclusive tableside amenities: two bottles of champagne with mixers, a pre-buffet appetizer, assorted desserts and four additional raffle entries.

The grand prize raffle winner will receive a Randy Fenoli Bridal wedding gown valued at up to $5,000. The winner may select any gown from Randy Fenoli Bridal at participating local retailers.

Additional raffle prizes include a Caribbean cruise for two people (up to 10 nights) and a destination getaway to Atlantis Paradise Island in the Bahamas.

“Randy Fenoli has helped countless couples bring their wedding dreams to life, and we’re honored to host him at Rivers Casino Philadelphia,” said Scott Lokke, general manager of Rivers Casino Philadelphia. “The event also highlights the personalized wedding experiences our team delivers, from ceremony to reception.”

The Event Center — Make Your Dream Wedding a Reality

Guests will celebrate the Bridal Brunch and Designer Showcase in Rivers Casino Philadelphia’s 10,000-square-foot Event Center. The elegant venue features a waterfront balcony overlooking the Ben Franklin Bridge, a spacious pre-function area, customizable menus, in-house lighting and audiovisual services, and more.

With its award-winning in-house culinary team, Rivers Casino offers the convenience of hosting both wedding ceremonies and receptions in one location. After the celebrations, guests can continue the festivities just steps away on the casino floor.

Rivers’ experienced wedding and events team works closely with couples to coordinate every detail, from décor selections and room layouts to catering and entertainment. Whether planning an intimate gathering or a large-scale reception, couples can customize The Event Center to reflect their unique vision.

Conveniently located just off I-95, Rivers Casino also offers easy access to Riversuites at The Battery, the property’s boutique hotel situated across from Penn Treaty Park. Guests enjoy complimentary parking, and a free shuttle provides service throughout the day between the casino and Riversuites.

For more information about Rivers Casino Philadelphia’s event spaces, including availability, visit RiversCasino.com/Philadelphia or call 844-538-3098.

ABOUT RIVERS CASINO PHILADELPHIA
Located along the Delaware River waterfront in Fishtown, Rivers Casino Philadelphia features more than 1,500 slots, 70 table games, 47 hybrid and automated gaming seats, a 28-table poker room, and a designated sportsbook area for live sports betting. The casino offers $10 blackjack 24 hours a day, seven days a week; plus, select table games with a $5 minimum are available daily. Dining options in the casino’s Marketplace include Rita’s Italian Ice, Dunkin’, Sapore Slice and a grab-and-go deli. The casino also offers an array of distinctive restaurants and bars — among them are Sapore, a welcoming Italian kitchen; Mian, featuring authentic Asian cuisine; and FLIPT, which serves classic burgers and shakes. Guests can enjoy riverfront views, live performances in The Event Center, free parking, and daily promotions and giveaways. Riversuites at The Battery is the casino’s luxury boutique hotel. For additional information and current offers, please visit RiversCasino.com/Philadelphia.

Randy Fenoli, star of TLC’s “Say Yes to the Dress,” will appear at Rivers Casino Philadelphia for the Bridal Brunch and Designer Showcase on Sunday, Aug. 9.

HAVANA, Cuba (AP) — An islandwide blackout hit Cuba on Monday as fuel reserves dwindle and its electric grid continues to crumble.

The blackout in the country of nearly 10 million people was reported by the state-run Electric Union, which said on X that the cause is under investigation. The Ministry of Energy and Mines wrote on X that it has activated protocols to restore electricity.

Fuel has been running out across Cuba since January, when U.S. President Donald Trump threatened tariffs on any country that sells or provides oil to the island, deepening the island’s ongoing economic and financial crisis. Public transportation has largely been halted, and officials have canceled tens of thousands of surgeries.

The outage sparked concern across Havana, with 36-year-old Lina May wondering when the power would come back on so she could cook some rice.

“I just told my dad that we have to buy charcoal because otherwise we won’t eat and we’ll starve,” she said.

Richard Valdés, 40, said the outage is just the latest hit of many.

“We're without power again,” he said. “Now we have no water, no gas, nothing until they restore it.”

Cuba produces only 40% of the fuel it needs, while the 730,000 barrels of oil delivered by a Russian tanker in late March ran out by the end of April.

The government also has been rationing power with intentional outages that can stretch to more than 24 consecutive hours.

A blackout in mid-May affected the island’s eastern provinces, while a blackout in mid-March struck the entire island.

Like many Cubans, Mario Pedroso, a 33-year-old Havana resident, was resigned about Monday's total blackout.

“Oil hasn’t come in here for a while, and we have no way to solve the problem,” he said. "We have to resist, as we Cubans say. That’s all.”

Associated Press reporter Dánica Coto in San Juan, Puerto Rico contributed.

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A child walks with a bottle of oil past a solar panel set up on the street to charge batteries during a blackout in Havana, Cuba, Monday, July 6, 2026. (AP Photo/Ramon Espinosa)