Wedding Costs in Arkansas
Arkansas offers incredibly affordable weddings with stunning natural beauty. The Ozark Mountains provide rustic barn and vineyard settings, while Little Rock offers urban elegance. Thorncrown Chapel in Eureka Springs is one of the most photographed wedding venues in the country.
$22,800
Average Wedding Cost
$5,200
Average Venue Cost
155
Average Guest Count
-31%
vs National Average
Cost Index: 0.69x
A cost index of 0.69x means weddings in Arkansas cost approximately 31% less than the national average.
Estimated Vendor Costs in Arkansas
🏛️ Wedding Venue$7,245🍽️ Catering$5,175📸 Wedding Photographer$2,415🎥 Wedding Videographer$1,725💐 Wedding Florist$1,932🎵 DJ / Band$1,242📋 Wedding Planner / Coordinator$1,518🎂 Wedding Cake / Bakery$414👗 Wedding Dress / Attire$1,380💄 Hair & Makeup$414💍 Wedding Officiant$241✉️ Wedding Invitations / Stationery$345🚗 Wedding Transportation$552🪑 Wedding Rentals$1,242✨ Lighting & Decor$828
Popular Wedding Venues in Arkansas
- ♥Pratt Place Inn & Barn (Fayetteville)
- ♥Moss Mountain Farm (Little Rock)
- ♥Thorncrown Chapel (Eureka Springs)
- ♥The Brick Ballroom (Siloam Springs)
Marriage License Requirements in Arkansas
License Fee
$60
Waiting Period
None
Blood Test Required
No
Minimum Age
18 (17 with parental consent)
License Valid For
60 days
Both parties must appear in person at the County Clerk office with valid ID.
Local Wedding Traditions
- ★Barn receptions in the Ozarks
- ★Diamond-themed details (Diamond State)
- ★Southern comfort food stations
- ★Razorback-themed groom's cakes
Best Seasons to Marry
- ☀Spring (April-May)
- ☀Fall (September-October)
Off-season weddings can save 20-40% on venue and vendor costs.