Wedding Costs in Maine
Maine's rugged coastline, charming lighthouses, and lush forests make it a premier New England wedding destination. The short summer season creates high demand, but the natural beauty is extraordinary. Lobster bake receptions are a beloved Maine tradition.
$29,500
Average Wedding Cost
$7,800
Average Venue Cost
120
Average Guest Count
-11%
vs National Average
Cost Index: 0.89x
A cost index of 0.89x means weddings in Maine cost approximately 11% less than the national average.
Estimated Vendor Costs in Maine
🏛️ Wedding Venue$9,345🍽️ Catering$6,675📸 Wedding Photographer$3,115🎥 Wedding Videographer$2,225💐 Wedding Florist$2,492🎵 DJ / Band$1,602📋 Wedding Planner / Coordinator$1,958🎂 Wedding Cake / Bakery$534👗 Wedding Dress / Attire$1,780💄 Hair & Makeup$534💍 Wedding Officiant$312✉️ Wedding Invitations / Stationery$445🚗 Wedding Transportation$712🪑 Wedding Rentals$1,602✨ Lighting & Decor$1,068
Popular Wedding Venues in Maine
- ♥Hidden Pond (Kennebunkport)
- ♥Newagen Seaside Inn (Southport)
- ♥The Barn on Walnut Hill (North Yarmouth)
- ♥French's Point (Stockton Springs)
Marriage License Requirements in Maine
License Fee
$40
Waiting Period
None
Blood Test Required
No
Minimum Age
18 (16 with parental consent)
License Valid For
90 days
Apply at the town clerk's office where the marriage will take place.
Local Wedding Traditions
- ★Lobster bake reception dinners
- ★Lighthouse ceremony backdrops
- ★Pine and blueberry decor motifs
- ★Coastal garden ceremonies
Best Seasons to Marry
- ☀Summer (June-September)
- ☀Early Fall (September-October)
Off-season weddings can save 20-40% on venue and vendor costs.