Wedding Costs in Delaware
Delaware offers a surprising variety of wedding venues from the historic Brandywine Valley estates to the beaches of Rehoboth and Bethany. The small state benefits from proximity to Philadelphia vendors while maintaining lower venue costs. Tax-free shopping is a bonus for purchasing wedding supplies.
$33,500
Average Wedding Cost
$9,000
Average Venue Cost
140
Average Guest Count
+2%
vs National Average
Cost Index: 1.01x
A cost index of 1.01x means weddings in Delaware cost approximately 1% more than the national average.
Estimated Vendor Costs in Delaware
Popular Wedding Venues in Delaware
- ♥Winterthur Museum & Garden (Winterthur)
- ♥Bellevue Hall (Wilmington)
- ♥Brandywine Manor House (Wilmington)
- ♥Nassau Valley Vineyards (Lewes)
Marriage License Requirements in Delaware
License Fee
$50
Waiting Period
24 hours
Blood Test Required
No
Minimum Age
18 (under 18 with parental consent and court approval)
License Valid For
30 days
Both parties must appear at the Court of Common Pleas in any Delaware county.
Local Wedding Traditions
- ★DuPont estate ceremonies
- ★Beach ceremonies in Rehoboth/Bethany
- ★Historic Brandywine Valley venues
- ★Tax-free shopping for wedding purchases
Best Seasons to Marry
- ☀Late Spring (May-June)
- ☀Early Fall (September-October)
Off-season weddings can save 20-40% on venue and vendor costs.