Budget Wedding Ideas
Trying to plan your wedding on the cheap? (Who isn’t?)
Wedded bliss can happen on a budget. And we are firm believers that there's an art to strategic wedding planning—without breaking the bank! We've put together tons of resources to help you plan an incredible celebration no matter the bottom line. Start with the wedding budget articles in the tiles below, then scroll down to find even more—including curated lists of affordable wedding venues near you.
11 Affordable San Fernando Valley Wedding Venues
Cradled by the Hollywood Hills, the Santa Monica and Santa Susana Mountains, the scenic Valley holds plenty of venue gems that can accommodate budget weddings – while still providing picturesque settings, a rustic vibe, elegant interiors, or a unique experience, depending on your vision. Here are some of our favorite San Fernando Valley wedding venues with reasonable rates.
9 Affordable Cleveland Wedding Venues
Hoping to find an affordable Cleveland wedding venue? We’ve got you covered! From a rustic seven-generation farm to a unique 1923 bank building, here are our top picks of places that won’t break the bank.
8 of Our Favorite Affordable Maryland Wedding Venues
Searching for a stylish wedding venue in Maryland that won’t break the bank? We’ve got you covered! From a breathtaking farm overlooking Chesapeake Bay, to a 18th-century Georgian mansion in the heart of Annapolis, check out these lovely locations that offer champagne style on a beer budget.
How To Budget For Your Wedding Bar
Want a sobering experience? Try calculating the cost of your wedding bar. Already feeling dizzy? That's where we swoop in to save the day. From figuring out what you'll pay to picking the perfect bar package, here’s the scoop on how to budget for your booze.
7 Affordable Jacksonville Wedding Venues
Dreaming of a Jacksonville wedding venue that checks all of the boxes—and also fits your budget? You'll find what you're looking for here! From a pristine white barn enveloped by rolling vineyards to 16,000-square-feet of industrial space, these beautiful locations offer the style and the amenities you want without breaking the bank.
How To Get The Most Bang For Your Wedding Budget
Have you googled “Cheap Wedding Ideas” recently? You’re not alone. As romantic as weddings are, they’re not immune to real-world issues like inflation, labor shortages, and supply chain issues. So here are 12 hacks to help you keep your wedding budget in check—even in these most unprecedented of times.
6 Affordable Raleigh Wedding Venues
Dreaming of the perfect Raleigh wedding venue but need to stay within budget? Look no further! From a unique, urban-chic downtown space bathed in natural light to a quaint chapel built in 1875, these locations offer all the style and amenities you'll need without breaking the bank!
6 Affordable Tacoma Wedding Venues
Dreaming of a stylish Tacoma wedding that won’t break the bank? Then you're going to love this list of gorgeous spaces that are easy on the eyes— and the budget! From a charming Craftsman-style lodge to an industrial-chic space near the museum district, these pretty places provide a stunning stage for your celebration without blowing your budget.
14 Affordable Seattle Wedding Venues
Searching for a Seattle wedding venue that fits your vision—and your budget? Look no further! From a rustic venue nestled in the beautiful Snohomish River Valley to a modern, industrial-chic venue in the heart of Emerald City, these stunning venues offer the style and the amenities you want without breaking the bank.
12 Affordable Portland Wedding Venues
On the hunt for a gorgeous wedding venue in the Portland Metro area that won't break the bank? We’ve got you covered! From a chic boutique hotel with views of the downtown to an instaworthy Tulip Farm just outside the city limits, we've pulled some of the prettiest places Portland has to offer that won't blow your budget.
11 Affordable Wedding Venues In Rockford and Northwest Illinois
Searching for your dream wedding venue in Northwest Illinois that will work with your budget? We’ve got you covered! From a private 7-acre country estate in Sycamore to a gorgeously remodeled log cabin lodge just outside of Rockford, we've pulled some of the prettiest places this area has to offer that won't break the bank.
9 Affordable Jersey Shore Wedding Venues
The Jersey Shore is a hot travel destination thanks to its beautiful beaches and fun boardwalks, but did you know it’s also home to some gorgeous—and affordable—wedding venues? From a charming 1907 Georgian Revival mansion-turned-romantic B&B to a luxe turn-of-the-century resort, check out these lovely locations that offer champagne style on a beer budget.
21 Hidden Wedding Costs You May Forget To Budget For
You've probably already factored in the wedding budget basics, but what about those unanticipated costs that you wouldn't be aware of unless you worked in the wedding industry? You know Here Comes The Guide has got your back! We're calling out 21 pesky hidden wedding costs many couples get blindsided by.
9 Affordable Charlotte Wedding Venues
Dreaming of a Charlotte wedding venue that's easy on the eyes—and your budget? You'll find what you're looking for here! From a renovated warehouse in the heart of the city to a serene wooded retreat overlooking a tranquil lake, these gorgeous locations offer the style and the amenities you want without breaking the bank.
5 Affordable Charleston Wedding Venues
Searching for your dream wedding venue in Charleston that won’t break the bank? We’ve got you covered! From a 100-foot private yacht with gorgeous views of the cityscape to a beautiful and historic home on a bluff overlooking the Sampit River, we've pulled some of the prettiest places Charleston has to offer that won't blow your budget.
12 Affordable Wedding Venues in Indianapolis
Searching for an affordable wedding venue in and around Indianapolis? With its stunning skylines, serene riverfronts, and easy access to the great outdoors, you won’t have to look very hard to find a gorgeous location that won’t break the bank. Whether you're dreaming of an intimate affair in a downtown glass-enclosed rotunda, a boho-chic bash in a refurbished factory, or a laid-back gathering at a serene farm just outside the city limits, these spaces provide all the style and charm without blowing your budget!
5 Affordable Asheville Wedding Venues
Searching for a stylish wedding venue in Asheville that won’t break the bank? We’ve got you covered! From a rustic-chic farmhouse just outside the city limits to a 100-year-old factory-turned arts center with a cool industrial-chic vibe, check out these lovely locations that offer champagne style on a beer budget.
13 Affordable North Georgia Wedding Venues
Dreaming of a North Georgia wedding venue that's easy on the eyes—and your budget? From a historic waterfront venue featuring a hillside Victorian home to a charming, rustic resort in the foothills of the North Georgia mountains, you’re sure to find a beautiful location that won't break the bank!
8 Affordable Wedding Venues in Savannah, Georgia
Searching for the perfect affordable wedding venue in Savannah? You’re in luck! We’ve included some of our favorite spots in the area that won't blow your budget.
19 Affordable Atlanta Wedding Venues
Searching for an Atlanta wedding venue that's easy on the eyes—and your budget? Start your search here! From an industrial-chic haven in the West End to a charming blueberry farm just outside the city limits, check out these fabulous ATL locations that offer all the style and charm without those extra dollar signs.
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