A successful marriage, like tiger training, requires clear communication, positive reinforcement, and at least one pair of bite-proof gloves. Gather nuptial necessities with today’s Groupon: for $14, you get two tickets to the Bridal Extravaganza, presented by Austin's Wedding Guide on Sunday, September 11 from noon to 6 p.m. at the Palmer Events Center (a $28 value). Children ages 12 and under get free admission with a paid adult.

As central Texas’s largest bridal show, the Bridal Extravaganza assembles more than 220 wedding professionals and vendors to help couples plan their knot-tying festivities. Two fashion shows allow attendees to envision their special day attire as ladies parade elegant gowns and penguins model a selection of modern tuxedos Venue representatives help couples choose a classy locale and caterers and cake sculptors purvey samples of nuptial goodies. Every bride-to-be also gets $500 worth of Bridal Bucks, redeemable at the event for deals and special pricing with participating vendors. Registering automatically enters attendees in grand-prize drawings with two $1,000 cash prizes, a resort stay, a fitness package, and a pearl necklace up for grabs. It's recommended that attendees bring a friend or family member as a sounding board and a camera, good for capturing inspired ideas or for practice dodging photo-bombers for the big day.