Wedding Costs in Vermont

Vermont is a beloved wedding destination known for intimate celebrations set against stunning natural beauty. Fall foliage weddings are legendary, with vibrant colors providing a natural canopy. The state's farm-to-table food culture, craft breweries, and covered bridges add distinctive New England character.

$31,500

Average Wedding Cost

$8,800

Average Venue Cost

115

Average Guest Count

-5%

vs National Average

Cost Index: 0.95x

A cost index of 0.95x means weddings in Vermont cost approximately 5% less than the national average.

Estimated Vendor Costs in Vermont

🏛️ Wedding Venue$9,975🍽️ Catering$7,125📸 Wedding Photographer$3,325🎥 Wedding Videographer$2,375💐 Wedding Florist$2,660🎵 DJ / Band$1,710📋 Wedding Planner / Coordinator$2,090🎂 Wedding Cake / Bakery$570👗 Wedding Dress / Attire$1,900💄 Hair & Makeup$570💍 Wedding Officiant$333✉️ Wedding Invitations / Stationery$475🚗 Wedding Transportation$760🪑 Wedding Rentals$1,710✨ Lighting & Decor$1,140

Popular Wedding Venues in Vermont

  • ♥The Mountain Top Inn (Chittenden)
  • ♥Shelburne Farms (Shelburne)
  • ♥The Barn at Smugglers' Notch (Jeffersonville)
  • ♥Stowe Mountain Lodge (Stowe)

Marriage License Requirements in Vermont

License Fee

$60

Waiting Period

None

Blood Test Required

No

Minimum Age

18 (under 18 with judicial approval)

License Valid For

60 days

Apply at the Town Clerk's office where either party resides or where the marriage will take place.

Local Wedding Traditions

  • ★Covered bridge ceremonies
  • ★Farm-to-table receptions
  • ★Cider and craft beer bars
  • ★Foliage season weddings

Best Seasons to Marry

  • ☀Summer (June-August)
  • ☀Fall (September-October)

Off-season weddings can save 20-40% on venue and vendor costs.

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