What Does a Wedding Really Cost in Boston?

2026 pricing for Boston, Massachusetts. Every category, from venue to invitations — with low, average, and high estimates.

$35,800 Budget
$59,600 Average
$107,500 Luxury
Category Budget Average Luxury
Venue $10,000 $16,600 $29,900
Catering $8,100 $13,500 $24,300
Photography $3,400 $5,700 $10,300
Decor & Rentals $2,800 $4,700 $8,500
Wedding Planner $2,800 $4,700 $8,500
Flowers & Florals $2,500 $4,200 $7,600
Wedding Dress $2,200 $3,600 $6,500
Other (Cake, Favors, etc.) $1,900 $3,100 $5,600
DJ / Band $1,600 $2,600 $4,700
Invitations & Stationery $500 $900 $1,600
Total Wedding Cost $35,800 $59,600 $107,500
Venue
Budget $10,000
Average $16,600
Luxury $29,900
Catering
Budget $8,100
Average $13,500
Luxury $24,300
Photography
Budget $3,400
Average $5,700
Luxury $10,300
Decor & Rentals
Budget $2,800
Average $4,700
Luxury $8,500
Wedding Planner
Budget $2,800
Average $4,700
Luxury $8,500
Flowers & Florals
Budget $2,500
Average $4,200
Luxury $7,600
Wedding Dress
Budget $2,200
Average $3,600
Luxury $6,500
Other (Cake, Favors, etc.)
Budget $1,900
Average $3,100
Luxury $5,600
DJ / Band
Budget $1,600
Average $2,600
Luxury $4,700
Invitations & Stationery
Budget $500
Average $900
Luxury $1,600
Total Wedding Cost
Budget $35,800
Average $59,600
Luxury $107,500

Wedding Budget Tips for Boston

Planning a wedding in Boston doesn't have to break the bank. Here's how to get the most from your budget:

Book Off-Peak

Friday and Sunday weddings in Boston can save 20–30% on venue costs. January–March is the quietest season.

Compare 3+ Quotes

Always get at least 3 vendor quotes. Prices for the same service in Boston can vary by 40% or more.

Prioritize What Matters

Spend more on what you'll remember (photos, food) and less on what guests won't notice (invitations, favors).

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