Las Vegas weddings can run from a few hundred dollars to six figures. Here are honest, realistic budget ranges for each major category so you can plan without sticker shock.
The Wide Range of Las Vegas Wedding Budgets
Las Vegas is one of the only cities in the world where you can legally marry for under $200 or spend more than a traditional destination wedding. The spread is real. A civil ceremony at the Office of Civil Marriages — license plus ceremony — costs roughly $180 total. A full Saturday-night reception at a Strip hotel ballroom for 100+ guests can easily reach $50,000–$150,000 once you factor in catering, decor, entertainment, and photography.
Most couples land somewhere between those extremes. Understanding what drives cost in each category helps you make intentional trade-offs rather than being surprised by the final invoice. For a broader overview, see our post on how much a Las Vegas wedding costs.
Marriage License and Legal Ceremony
These are the non-negotiable legal costs:
- Marriage license: Approximately $102 at Clark County Marriage License Bureau, 201 E Clark Ave. Both parties present in person, valid photo ID, no waiting period.
- Civil ceremony: The Office of Civil Marriages performs civil ceremonies for approximately $80. No appointment required but call ahead on busy weekends.
- Chapel ceremony (basic package): Ranges from around $150–$500 for the ceremony itself at chapels like A Little White Wedding Chapel, Chapel of the Bells, or Graceland Wedding Chapel. Full packages with flowers, video, and extras climb quickly — see individual chapel pricing.
Budget category total (license + legal ceremony): $180–$600
Photography and Videography
For most couples, photography is the single most valuable per-dollar spend — it is the only tangible thing you have from the day that lasts. Realistic ranges in Las Vegas in 2026:
- Elopement coverage (2–4 hours): Typically $800–$2,500 depending on the photographer's experience and whether a second shooter is included. See our elopement photography packages for specifics.
- Wedding day coverage (6–8 hours): Typically $2,000–$5,000 for a skilled photographer with full-day coverage and edited gallery.
- Videography: A highlight film from a Las Vegas ceremony runs roughly $1,000–$3,500. Full ceremony capture with edited feature film is at the higher end.
Booking photography and videography together with one studio often comes with package pricing that is less than booking them separately. See our wedding photography and videography packages.
Budget category total: $800–$8,500 depending on scope
Venue and Catering
This is usually the largest variable in a Vegas wedding budget:
- Chapel-only ceremony: $150–$1,500 for the ceremony space itself. Reception held elsewhere.
- Hotel ceremony and reception: Strip hotel properties typically have food-and-beverage minimums rather than flat rental fees. For 30–50 guests, expect $5,000–$20,000 all-in for venue and catering combined, depending on menu tier and property.
- Private restaurant buyout (micro-wedding): $2,500–$8,000 for a private dining room at a solid Strip restaurant for 15–25 guests, including food and a drink package.
- Outdoor ceremony (parks, gardens): Valley of Fire entry is approximately $10; Red Rock Canyon ceremonies require a Special Recreation Permit. Budget $200–$800 for permits and access fees. Catering for outdoor events must be arranged separately.
Budget category total: $0 (elopement) to $30,000+ (full reception)
Flowers, Décor, and Extras
Floral costs scale with guest count. For a micro-wedding:
- Bridal bouquet: $150–$400 from a Las Vegas florist.
- Centerpieces (per table): $80–$250 depending on style and flowers.
- Full-wedding florals (50 guests): $2,000–$6,000 is a realistic range for a modest but real design.
Additional line items that surprise couples: cake or desserts ($200–$800 for 20–50 guests), hair and makeup ($200–$600 for the couple), guest transportation ($150–$400 for a short shuttle), and officiant fees if using someone other than the chapel or civil option ($200–$500).
Budget Tiers at a Glance
To put it all together, here is how different budget levels typically take shape in Las Vegas:
- Elopement ($500–$2,500): License, civil ceremony or basic chapel, photographer for 2–3 hours. Dinner for two at a nice restaurant after. No guests or 1–2 witnesses.
- Micro-wedding ($5,000–$18,000): 10–25 guests, ceremony at a chapel or private space, private dining room reception, photography and video. Flowers and cake.
- Mid-size wedding ($20,000–$60,000): 40–80 guests, hotel venue with catering and decor, full-day photography and video, florals, DJ or band, coordination.
- Full Las Vegas production ($60,000+): Strip hotel ballroom, 100+ guests, premium catering, luxury florals, entertainment, multi-camera video, destination guest accommodations.
The biggest savings lever in Las Vegas is guest count, followed by day of week (Friday and Sunday are notably cheaper than Saturday at most hotel venues) and venue category (chapel versus hotel ballroom).