Wedding vendors

Wedding vendors in New York, NY

New York is the largest and most competitive wedding market in the country: Midtown hotel ballrooms and Manhattan rooftops, converted warehouses and waterfront lofts in Brooklyn, historic mansions in the outer boroughs, and estates an hour up the Hudson. Prices run higher than almost anywhere else, and the best Saturdays disappear early. Here's what a New York wedding actually costs, where couples are getting married, and when to book, plus a shortcut to vetted, available NYC vendors matched to your date and budget.

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What weddings cost in New York

Median ranges from vendor pricing in Our Day's New York data (nearly 3,900 vendors). Actual pricing varies by date, guest count, borough and vendor.
CategoryTypical range
Venue (venue fee)$6,500–$11,500
Catering$1,500–$4,100
Photography & video$3,000–$4,500
Florals$2,000–$3,200
DJ / live music$1,550–$3,450
Hair & makeup$150–$850
Event planner$2,000–$4,800

Where couples get married in New York

Manhattan

Hotel ballrooms in Midtown, rooftops with skyline views, and loft spaces from Tribeca to Chelsea. The highest venue fees in the metro.

Brooklyn

Waterfront and warehouse venues in DUMBO, Williamsburg and Greenpoint, plus gardens and historic halls for a more relaxed feel.

Queens & Long Island

Industrial spaces in Long Island City, Gold Coast mansions on the North Shore, and waterfront clubs out east.

Hudson Valley & Westchester

Estates, barns and riverfront venues within an hour of the city, often with lower minimums and on-site lodging.

When to book in New York

September and October are New York's peak, with May and June close behind. Popular Saturdays in those windows book 12 to 18 months out, and the most sought-after Brooklyn and Manhattan venues go even earlier. January through March is the value window: better availability, lower minimums and more vendor flexibility. A Friday or Sunday in peak season can save real money without giving up the venue you want.

Common questions

New York is one of the most expensive places in the country to get married. The venue and catering typically account for well over half the total, and Manhattan fees run above Brooklyn and the outer boroughs for a comparable Saturday. Guest count is the biggest lever. The ranges above are a starting point from real vendor pricing in our New York data, and Our Day negotiates exclusive rates on your behalf.

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