How Much Does a Wedding Cost?
Simple answer: This is a broad question; it depends on what you are hosting. In the simplest form, many couples spend about $100 per person.
This question is quite complex as there are many elements to a wedding.
You may host a ceremony, which is a $1500 flat rate.
- Following your ceremony, you may host a cocktail hour reception while you take photos. Here, you can spend anywhere from $10 - $25 per person hosting a few items or a larger spread of hot and cold hors d’oeuvres and platters.
- Then, the main event is dinner, which can be between $65 and $96 per person (even more if you like).
- After dinner, there are late-night snacks, which are $7 - $12 per person for 50% of your guests.
- Then there are beverages. You may host wine at the tables, which ranges from $6 to $10 per person for one glass. A hosted bar with average drink prices at $8 each I suggest budgeting a total of 4 drinks per person.
So you see, the cost completely depends on what you choose to host for your guests.
In the simplest form, many couples can spend over $100 per person before taxes and gratuities.
note: the above estimates are as of January 2024 and do not include taxes or gratuities.
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