How much does a vow renewal cost? A 60-guest example (2026)
For example, a ceremony plus reception restating vows for 60 guests typically costs about $9,160 all-in ($153 per guest), including Extra buffer.
That total is about $150 for the ceremony space, $300 for the officiant, $320 for the ceremony flowers, $600 for the reception venue, $2,520 for the reception catering, $1,260 for the bar, $300 for the cake, $900 for the photography, $520 for the music, $350 for the couple attire, $280 for the reception decor, $150 for the invitations, $680 for the service / gratuity, and $830 for Extra buffer.
Extra buffer is spare money on top if something runs over. It is already inside that $9,160. This example is a ceremony plus reception restating vows. It is not a first wedding for 100 guests, and it is not an elopement.
The example in one table
This is one mid-range example for the United States. Shares are rounded; the dollars are the source of truth. Source: Project ROI Calc Standard estimate, United States, 2026.
| Line | Dollars | Share of all-in |
|---|---|---|
| Ceremony space | $150 | 2% |
| Officiant | $300 | 3% |
| Ceremony flowers | $320 | 3% |
| Reception venue | $600 | 7% |
| Reception catering | $2,520 | 28% |
| Bar | $1,260 | 14% |
| Cake | $300 | 3% |
| Photography | $900 | 10% |
| Music | $520 | 6% |
| Couple attire | $350 | 4% |
| Reception decor | $280 | 3% |
| Invitations | $150 | 2% |
| Service / gratuity | $680 | 7% |
| Extra buffer | $830 | 9% |
| All-in | $9,160 | 100% |
Walkthrough
Ceremony space — $150
Ceremony space is $150 in this example. Change it on the calculator if your quote is different.
Officiant — $300
Officiant is $300 in this example. Change it on the calculator if your quote is different.
Ceremony flowers — $320
Ceremony flowers is $320 in this example. Change it on the calculator if your quote is different.
Reception venue — $600
Reception venue is $600 in this example. Change it on the calculator if your quote is different.
Reception catering — $2,520
Reception catering is $2,520 in this example. Change it on the calculator if your quote is different.
Bar — $1,260
Bar is $1,260 in this example. Change it on the calculator if your quote is different.
Cake — $300
Cake is $300 in this example. Change it on the calculator if your quote is different.
Photography — $900
Photography is $900 in this example. Change it on the calculator if your quote is different.
Music — $520
Music is $520 in this example. Change it on the calculator if your quote is different.
Couple attire — $350
Couple attire is $350 in this example. Change it on the calculator if your quote is different.
Reception decor — $280
Reception decor is $280 in this example. Change it on the calculator if your quote is different.
Invitations — $150
Invitations is $150 in this example. Change it on the calculator if your quote is different.
Service / gratuity — $680
Service / gratuity is $680 in this example. Change it on the calculator if your quote is different.
Extra buffer — $830
Extra buffer ($830) is spare money on top if something runs over.
All-in vs per guest
People quote both. All-in ($9,160) is money to have on hand for a ceremony plus reception restating vows. Per guest ($153) is for comparing catering menus or grocery lists. This page does not add a third “average.”
What would change your number
- A different guest count
- A nicer or simpler reception catering
- A quote you already have from a vendor
Change those amounts on the calculator — do not add a mental extra percent on top of Extra buffer.
Not in this number
- Guest gifts and the host's outfit
- Travel
- Sales tax if a vendor puts it on the invoice
How to use the calculator
- Enter how many guests you are hosting. This example starts at 60.
- Open a cost row and tap a starting-price button, or type the quote you already have.
- Tap Calculate. The all-in and per-guest figures update together.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a 60-guest vow renewal cost?
This example is $9,160 all-in for 60 guests ($153 per guest), including Extra buffer. Extra buffer is spare money on top if something runs over. That is a ceremony plus reception restating vows.
What is included in this $9,160?
Every line in the table, plus Extra buffer. Items listed under “Not in this number” are left out on purpose.
Do I have to keep Extra buffer?
No. Extra buffer is spare money on top if something runs over. You can lower it or zero it on the calculator. Do not add a mental extra percent on top of it.
What if I invite more guests?
Raise the guest count on the calculator. Food and per-person lines usually move with the list. The $9,160 figure here stays this example.
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