Wedding vendors

Wedding vendors in Wilmington, NC

Wilmington pairs a historic riverfront downtown with some of North Carolina's most sought-after beach ceremony sites. Couples here choose between cobblestone streets and Cape Fear River sunsets, oceanfront lawns on Wrightsville Beach, and garden estates just outside the city. Here's what a Wilmington wedding actually costs, where couples are getting married, and when to book, plus a shortcut to vetted, available Wilmington vendors matched to your date and budget.

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Wedding vendors in Wilmington

627 wedding vendors serve Wilmington. Here are a few of our top-rated picks.

Officiant

Two Hearts One Love Wedding Officiants

Wilmington, NC

5.0· 180 reviews

Photo & Video

Hunter and Sarah Photography

Wilmington, NC

5.0· 154 reviews

Photo & Video

Marley Photography

Wilmington, NC

5.0· 139 reviews

Event Planner

Vida Events

Wilmington, NC

5.0· 117 reviews

DJ & Live Music

EastCoast Entertainment

Wilmington, NC

5.0· 110 reviews

DJ & Live Music

Mixology

Wilmington, NC

5.0· 107 reviews

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What weddings cost in Wilmington

Typical Wilmington-area ranges for a Saturday, ~100 guests. Actual pricing varies by date, guest count and vendor. Beachfront venues run toward the top of each range.
Category	Typical range
Venue (Saturday, 100 guests)	$6,500–$16,000
Catering & bar (per guest)	$90–$170
Photography	$3,200–$7,000
Florals & décor	$3,200–$8,500
DJ / live band	$1,300 / $4,800+
Hair & makeup (per person)	$160–$320

Where couples get married in Wilmington

Historic Downtown & the Riverwalk

Restored warehouses, ballrooms, and Cape Fear River-view venues along the Riverwalk.

Wrightsville Beach

Oceanfront lawns and sound-side venues for a barefoot, salt-air ceremony.

Airlie Gardens area

Formal gardens, live oaks, and lakeside settings just east of downtown.

Bald Head Island & the nearby islands

Ferry-access island venues and beach clubs for a destination-style weekend.

When to book in Wilmington

Spring (April–May) and fall (late September–October) bring Wilmington's most reliable weather and are the most heavily booked. Reserve your venue and photographer 12–14 months out for a Saturday. Summer brings thick coastal humidity and peak tourist crowds at the beaches, and late summer into early fall carries hurricane-season risk, so many couples building a beach ceremony ask their planner about a rain or storm contingency regardless of month.

Common questions

How much does a wedding cost in Wilmington?

Wilmington weddings run in line with the broader North Carolina market, with a coastal premium at oceanfront and island venues during peak season. Venue and catering typically drive well over half the total. The ranges above are a starting point, and Our Day negotiates exclusive rates on your behalf.

When should I book Wilmington wedding vendors?

For a peak spring or fall Saturday, book the venue and photographer 12–14 months ahead, especially for Wrightsville Beach or island venues with limited capacity. The rest of the team typically follows in the 6–9 month window. If you're set on a beach ceremony during hurricane season, lock in a backup plan with your venue early.

Does Our Day cover the Wilmington area?

Yes, Our Day covers Wilmington and the broader North Carolina coast, including Wrightsville Beach and the surrounding islands. Tell us your date and budget and we'll bring back matched, available local vendors.

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