How much does a Melbourne wedding cost in 2025?

If you’re wondering, “How much does it cost to get married in Victoria?”, we’re here to help. In this article, our expert team breaks down exactly how much you’re looking to pay for your dreamy venue and suppliers.

Victoria is one of the most popular states to host a wedding in Australia, and luckily, there’s a whole range of experienced, professional wedding suppliers and vendors to choose from.

Whether you’re thinking of hosting a wedding in the centre of Melbourne or having an amazing getaway in the Yarra Valley, Bellarine Peninsula or beyond, we want to help you out. This is why we chatted with couples who have already planned their weddings in Victoria: to help give you an idea of what you can budget for your wedding day.

What is the Average Wedding Cost in Melbourne?

Our team is frequently asked by couples, “How much does a wedding cost in Melbourne?” According to Easy Weddings‘ 2025 wedding survey, the average cost of a wedding in Victoria is $37128, which is higher than the national average of $35315.

What is the average wedding cost per head in Melbourne?

Considering average wedding cost in Melbourne is approximately $37128 with around 88 guests, making the average cost per guest about $422. This figure includes all factors contributing to a wedding, from personal items like the wedding dress to major expenses such as catering, venue hire, photography, and more. Keep in mind that individual costs will vary depending on your specific preferences, guest list size, and the vendors you choose.

Victoria Wedding Expenses by Category

Wedding Venues

Your wedding venue is going to be the major cost for your big day, and comes in above the national average of $15987. You can expect to spend around $16545 on hiring your wedding venue if you live in Victoria.

And when it comes to inviting guests to said venue, the average guest list comes in at 88 attendees. Our tip? You may want to think about having a weekday wedding to keep costs down. Melbourne wedding ceremony venues often offer discounted rates on mid-week weddings and low-season dates.

Learn more about wedding venue costs.

Wedding Dresses

Now, onto the sartorial good stuff! The average wedding dress cost in Victoria is $2,650, coming in slightly higher than the national average of $2502 (we’re sensing a trend here…).

A custom-made gown will likely cost you a bit more (around 17% of brides opt for a bespoke wedding dress), while those shopping for pre-loved dresses might be able to score a bargain.

Photography

Your photographer is important. So important, in fact, that a whopping 90% of all couples around Australia hire one for their wedding day.

The Melbourne wedding photographer costs sit at $3414, which is slightly higher than the national average of $3389.

75% of couples will request that their guests stay off their own photography devices for their wedding celebration—there’s nothing worse than a rogue mobile phone in the background of a romantic, professional wedding photo!

Pssst. Here are some other facts that may pique your interest: 49% of couples prefer a mix of formal and natural, candid photos. Meanwhile, 70% of couples elect not to have a professional engagement photo shoot.

Marriage Celebrants

A marriage celebrant is one of the — if not the —  most important wedding supplier you’ll need on your wedding day. After all, they’re the one vendor who turns your big day from a party into an actual wedding!

The wedding celebrant cost in Victoria is $1027, which is slightly up from previous years, while the national average is $924.

Wedding Cars

How much you spend on your wedding cars or other transport is going to depend on how many cars you’re actually hiring for your big day.

47% of all couples won’t hire a car, and 38% will hire just one car for their big day. Meanwhile, a further 38% will hire two.

If you’re planning on hiring one vehicle, you can expect to spend the wedding car cost to come to around $1037 in Victoria. If you are hiring more than two cars, consider adding a bit of a buffer into your budget to allocate for the additional vehicles.

Videography

Videographers are becoming more popular for weddings, with couples across the country ensuring they don’t miss out on reliving any beautiful memories.

If you’re getting married in Victoria, you should budget around $3050 for your wedding videographer costs.

Catering

Victorians and Melburnians, in particular, are known for being big foodies. It’s unsurprising that Melbourne couples come in at almost $1000 above the national average.

The national average price of catering is $6308, however, if you’re in Victoria, plan to spend around $7294.

Wedding Hire

The average spend on wedding hire has dropped 13% with this year’s national average weighing in at $2421.

Hiring items such as chairs, tables, arbours, marquees, and more will cost you $2977 in Victoria.

Over a third of couples (36%) will hire furniture/styling props for their wedding.

Wedding Music

Whether you’re hiring a DJ or booking a band for your big day, your wedding music is going to be so important to set the mood for both your ceremony and reception.

49% of couples hire a DJ, followed by DJ and band combos at 14%.

You can expect your wedding music cost to come to around $2244 if you live in Victoria.

Formal Wear

Formal wear in Victoria should cost you around $2176, which is near identical to the national average.

Most grooms will choose to purchase a brand new suit for their wedding (59%), followed by having their suits tailor-made (29%).

Just 10% of grooms hire their suit for their wedding day.

Decorations

More couples are putting an emphasis on the decorations they have for their wedding to make sure it looks just as they imagined.

We’ve seen a 12% increase in the national amount spent on wedding decorations and Victoria has experienced an increase as well.

You should budget around $4130 for your wedding decorations.

Bridesmaid Dresses

If you’ve already had a chat about who is paying for the bridesmaid dresses, then this budget might be a bit different for you.

However, if you’re offering to pay for your bridesmaids’ gowns, the total average spend on bridesmaid dresses in Victoria will be roughly $1349, which is significantly higher than the national average of $806.

Wedding Invitations

18% of all couples are buying their wedding invitations from a professional supplier to get those trending features such as acrylic, metallic, and letterpress details.

They’re also opting for additional items such as save the dates, menus, signage, and table settings with the same style and theme as their main invitations.

You can expect to spend slightly more on wedding invitations with the average coming out at $1058 in Victoria, compared to the national average of $945.

Don’t forget to factor the cost of stamps into your budget!

Wedding Cakes

Couples are making their wedding cakes their wedding dessert, with 46% of couples saying their cake will be the main and only dessert.

Meanwhile, 36% will opt for a smaller cake combined with a dessert buffet.

The average wedding cake in Victoria should cost around $649, with 46% of couples ordering a cake with two tiers.

Wedding Flowers

Wedding flowers and greenery are still massively popular at weddings, with 80% of couples hiring a florist for their wedding.

Most couples prefer real flowers (53%) over artificial flowers (26%), with 51% of couples opting for white and neutral bouquets.

Including your bouquets, buttonholes, centrepieces, and an arbour, wedding flower costs in Victoria average out at $2231, which slightly below the national average.

Photo Booths

53% of couples will invest in a photo booth for their wedding, opting for Polaroid photo booths and unique photo booths (e.g. kombi, mirror, etc.)

You should budget around $876 to hire a photo booth if you’re based in Melbourne or Victoria.

Hair and Makeup

Couples can expect to their wedding wedding hair and makeup cost to come to around $895 in Australia. Hollywood waves and textured low buns are preferred hairstyles, while natural, dewy makeup seems to be a bridal favourite. In Victoria, this figure sits at $815.

This is separate from the amount that couples will spend on other beauty services in the lead-up to their day.

Most brides (90%) opt for both hair and makeup trials ahead of their wedding day.

Bomboniere

If this is something that you’re looking at, factor in how many guests you have and budget appropriately.

All up, the average Victorian couple will spend $813 on their wedding favours.

The most popular type of wedding favour is edible gifts, followed closely by personalised items.

How to save on wedding costs in Victoria?

Darcy, one of our resident wedding planning experts, has compiled her top tips for saving money on your wedding in beautiful  Victoria. You can thank us later!

• Budget thoroughly and early. Having a clear idea of your finances will help you make better decisions from the start. Use our convenient budget calculator to break down all the expenses.
• Consider an off-season wedding. Victoria’s wedding venues can be much more affordable in winter or early spring, plus you’ll have a wider choice of dates! At Easy Weddings, we love an atmospheric and cosy Melbourne wedding. Keeping seasonal wedding cost fluctuation in mind is a great way to save.
• Trim that guest list. Fewer guests mean savings on food, drinks, and seating. Focus on inviting those closest to you.
• Consider a Thursday celebration. Weekday weddings are growing in popularity, and many venues offer discounts for celebrations outside the busy weekend slots.
• Look at DIY venues. Rustic barns, gardens, or even a beachside celebration can be more budget-friendly if you’re willing to get creative with decorations and setups. These options can be fantastic cheap wedding venues in Melbourne while still making a fantastic impression on your guests.
• Consider wedding packages in Melbourne. We know that being on a budget doesn’t mean you have to miss out on quality for your wedding vendors. Our wedding supplier packages feature 5-star professionals who love what they do and are backed by glowing reviews. Plus, you’ll be able to pay with one easy payment schedule instead of juggling multiple payment gateways and deposit due dates. Win-win!
• Wedding planners vs DIY. Both of these options have budgeting benefits. Going DIY means you won’t have to factor wedding planner costs into your total budget. That said, planners often come with industry connections to help you get the best price possible. It’s important to consider your total wedding budget to work out if investing in a planner is the right choice for you.

Looking to plan your wedding in Victoria? Browse and compare all of your suppliers in our directory today!