How much does a wedding in Belgium really cost?

22/11/2025 09:00 | Inspiration

How much will a wedding cost on average in 2026 and what are the costs of the various components? For those getting married in 2025, 2026 or the coming years, the average wedding budget is around 31,750 euros. At least, that is according to the 1,000 respondents who completed our 2025 National Wedding Survey. In this article, we compile some average prices and what they depend on, based on our survey and additional market research.

Photos (above, from left to right): Wedding Planner: Excellence Weddings - Photographer: LUX Visual Storytellers / Catering: O'Cuisine - Photographer: Ian Hermans Photography / Photographer: Made By Evelien

The figures in context

This article provides average prices based on market research, not fixed rates. These usually include basic services, with extras subject to a surcharge. The prices charged by your suppliers will ultimately always depend on various factors, such as what exactly is included in the services, the number of years of experience, raw materials and supplies, quality, the level of service, and so on.

We therefore recommend that you check whether the prices include or exclude VAT and travel costs, and what exactly you are getting: number of hours, set-up and dismantling, delivery times, transport costs, technology, etc. Your guest numbers will probably have the biggest impact on the price of your venue, catering and drinks.

Photo: Decoration & Rental: Classic Design Rental - Photographer: Aloha Fred

What will the average cost of a wedding be in 2026?

For engaged couples getting married in 2025, 2026 or the coming years, the estimated wedding budget according to our National Wedding Survey in 2025 is around £27,500 on average. More than 40 per cent of engaged couples are planning a budget of over £25,000, and 34 per cent over £30,000, of which almost 10 per cent are planning to spend £50,000 or more.

48.5 per cent pay for the wedding entirely themselves. Approximately one in three receive (significant) support from their parents, and in 10 per cent of cases, the parents finance the wedding party entirely. Four in ten couples also actively count on envelopes or gifts to cover (part of) the costs. When giving a gift at a wedding, most people give between £75 and £150 per person.

Photos: Wedding cakes: Pinch of Salt - Photographer (left): Justien Oltenfreiter - Photographer (right): Elvire Photography

How do couples divide their budget?

The reception venue and, above all, the catering often take up the largest part of the budget. This is followed, in many cases, by the following items, listed from largest to smallest costs: styling with flowers and decorations (with or without the help of a wedding planner), photography and/or video, outfits and rings, music and technology, master of ceremonies and/or speaker, hair & make-up, printing, transport and entertainment.

Most couples who participated in our National Wedding Survey invite 80 to 120 guests. They opted for a smaller group of guests for the dinner than for the reception, while the number of guests at the dance party is increasing again. A practical approach is therefore to select your guests per part of the day: opting for a large reception, an intimate dinner and an open dance party, for example, can help control the budget.

Photo: Catering: Spijs Catering - Photographer: Sarah Embrechts

Price indications and factors for different components

The figures and descriptions below serve as indications for certain services. In practice, however, formulas, included services, guest numbers and other factors can often make a big difference to the cost of your wedding.

1. Party venue

The price of a party venue depends greatly on the location, type and size of the venue, timing (season, weekend or weekday), the duration of the party and what is included: catering and drinks, basic or full service including furniture, decoration, (basic) technical equipment, set-up and dismantling, cleaning, staff, various (outdoor) spaces, exclusive hire of the venue, overnight accommodation, etc.

Average room hire (excluding food and drinks):

Hotel or party venue with its own kitchen: expect to pay between £200 and £5,000 for room hire. Often linked to menu and drinks packages or a minimum spend. The hire charge is sometimes reduced or waived with a food and drink package; weekend and high season rates are higher.
Basic room or room with free choice of caterer: expect to pay €1,250 to €3,500 or more. Basic rental with few inclusions; expect additional costs for furniture, lighting and sound, cleaning, etc.
Wedding venues with fixed partners or exclusivity (such as castles, industrial sites or estates): expect to pay between €1,500 and €7,300 or more. There are often additional costs for cleaning, security, technology, a marquee, heating, etc. Sometimes there is also a minimum spend or other conditions.
Exclusive venue with weekend package or multi-day destination wedding: expect to pay between €5,000 and €35,000. You rent the estate for several days and pay for exclusivity, accommodation and additional set-up and dismantling.
Lower limit for smaller venues on weekdays or in the low season: expect to pay between €750 and €1,500.

Please note: the final rental price depends mainly on the day or season, the degree of exclusivity and what is included. Therefore, ask whether cleaning, furniture, technology, tents or heating are charged separately, and whether there are mandatory partners or a minimum spend.

Photo: Party venue: Loweide - Photographer: Exoss Studio

2. Catering

Food and drinks are almost always charged per person. Your catering depends on many factors: the catering formula and price per person, the number of courses, the number of guests, the types of drinks, service, table decorations, crockery and linen, and so on. Therefore, ask your caterer what the price per person is and what is included in this.

On average, you can expect to pay between £120 and £250 per person for dinner, drinks and service. The extent of the dinner and what exactly is included in this price will make the difference.

Photos: Catering: Coeur Catering - Photographer: Studio Aline Friant-Hoste

Sebastiaan from Coeur Catering adds: "The price also depends on the location: what is available in terms of backstage and frontstage logistics (kitchen, bar, furniture)? Is it easy to load and unload? Does the venue offer drinks and what commissions apply? The number of guests and the type of menu also make a difference: do you opt for three or four courses, sharing dishes or a dinner at the table followed by a dessert buffet? Will the dinner be preceded by a reception and/or followed by a dance party? Just like the number of guests and the duration of the party, it all plays a role. Some small changes can have a positive impact on the budget without compromising on quality. We are happy to discuss this personally in the run-up to the party."

Niki from Very Food Catering shares: ‘Between £120 and £180 per person can be considered as including food, drinks, staff and sometimes furniture. In some cases, £250 per person may also include the room hire.’

Photo: Catering: Very Food Catering - Photographer: LUX Visual Storytellers

Frank Redant from Food in Style adds: "No two weddings are the same. That's why we always start with a personal conversation. What are your dreams, what atmosphere do you want to create and what is really important to you? From there, we build a menu that is perfect in every detail. A smooth process starts long before the wedding day. We visit each location in advance and assess what is needed to ensure everything runs smoothly. Good preparation is the basis for a carefree day. The smiles of our crew are just as important as the food we serve. Service and atmosphere go hand in hand."

Photo: Catering: Food in Style

3. Styling, decoration and flowers

The price of flowers can vary greatly, depending on the quantity and types of flowers, the season, the size of your ceremony and venue, and so on. This can easily range from £1,000 to £15,000 or more for larger, eye-catching installations.

The rest of your styling and decoration also depends on various factors: are you working with a stylist or wedding planner? Is your venue already (largely) decorated, or do you need to hire furniture and all the facilities and decorations yourself? Think of tables, chairs, table linen, crockery, etc. This depends on your styling plan and the type of venue. If you are planning a wedding party in a marquee, you will often need to provide a wooden floor, walkway, heating, toilet, kitchen facilities, and so on. You should also take into account transport costs, set-up and dismantling.

Photo: Flowers: VIVA Blooming - Photographer: LUX Visual Storytellers

4. Photographer

Many quotes fall between £2,000 and £3,500, and between £3,500 and £5,000 for more extensive packages. Ultimately, the price depends on the photographer's package and what is included: how many hours (the majority book from 10 to more than 12 hours), how many photos you get and how they are edited and delivered, whether a second photographer is included, whether there are drone shots, whether you do an engagement shoot in advance, whether a beautifully finished album and any parent albums are included. ..

The photographer's experience, their investment in training, professional equipment and beautiful post-processing of the photos also play a role in the price and quality of the photos.

Photo: Photographer: Studio Bergh

5. DJ

The average price for a DJ at a wedding reception is between £500 and £3,000, again depending on various factors. The cost for a wedding varies mainly due to the duration of the set, the DJ's own lighting and sound equipment, extras, experience, complete service and peace of mind. You usually pay more for a longer presence, advanced light shows or special effects. Ask your DJ what is included, how much set-up time is required and how travel costs are calculated.

Lighting and sound are sometimes charged separately. For larger setups or in shell locations, this can amount to approximately £1,000 to £5,000.

Photo: Photographer: Jana Dekort

6. Outfits and rings

Many couples spend between £1,000 and £2,500 per outfit on their wedding attire. The engagement ring cost the participants in our survey an average of around £1,800, with some paying as much as £17,000 or more. The cost of the engagement ring and wedding rings depends on factors such as the materials, finish, type, size, quality and rarity of the gemstone.

Photo: Jewellery: Gaëlle Hardy - Photographer: Photo by Jill

7. Honeymoon

For their honeymoon, most respondents to our marriage survey paid between €2,000 and €5,000 for the two of them together. Approximately 1 in 10 couples spent over £8,000. These prices naturally also depend on the destination, flights and other transport, the season, the hotels and the duration of the trip. In addition, consider extras such as excursions, activities and insurance.

Photo: Honeymoon: Selectair - Photographer: HER_Stella Island

Realistic expectations: 84 per cent go over budget

Four out of five couples go over their set budget, according to our National Wedding Survey. The most frequently cited reasons for this are higher prices than expected, conscious choices for personalisation and experience, and unexpected extras. The prices of flowers, catering, photography and clothing are often underestimated. Therefore, allow for some extra margin in your budget and make your choices based on what is really important to you.

Good to know: photography is the most frequently mentioned item in the survey that people would rather not have saved on. Music, entertainment and atmosphere also proved to be decisive for the success of the party. Wedding planners and day coordinators are often mentioned as valuable afterwards, even by couples who did not want to hire them at first. Couples therefore prefer peace of mind and experience over the cheapest solution.

Photo: Photographer: House of Hugo

Smart budgeting without stress

Start by determining your priorities: what do you absolutely want at your wedding party, and what can be simplified? If necessary, take a critical look at your guest list for each part of the day. In addition, make a conscious choice between an all-inclusive package or separate suppliers, depending on how much guidance and support you want. Finally, check what is included in each quote: number of hours, VAT, transport or travel costs, set-up and dismantling, technology, etc.

It's not about finding the one right price, but about making choices that suit you and give you peace of mind during the preparations and the party. Good luck!

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