Event Planning costs, by state and province

Typical costs for event planning per event. Scope of coordination and guest count affect price. Open a market below for a local estimate.

Event planning fees vary widely by scope and location. A full-service wedding planner typically charges $2,000–$8,000, while a day-of coordinator runs $500–$1,500. Corporate event planners often bill a flat fee of $3,000–$15,000 or a percentage of the total event budget.

What Drives the Price

Planner experience, event complexity, and guest count are the main cost drivers. A 100-person wedding in a major city may cost $4,000–$6,000 for full planning, while a 50-person birthday party might run $800–$2,000.

Full-Service vs Partial Planning

Full-service planning includes vendor sourcing, budget management, and on-site coordination, typically $3,000–$10,000. Partial planning, which covers only key milestones, ranges from $1,000–$3,500.

How to Compare Quotes

Ask for a detailed scope of work and whether travel, vendor meals, or overtime are included. A typical hourly rate for a la carte consulting is $75–$200 per hour.

Typical Event Planning prices
ItemTypical range
Full-Service Wedding Planner$2,000 – $8,000
Day-of Coordinator$500 – $1,500
Corporate Event Flat Fee$3,000 – $15,000
Hourly Consulting Rate$75 – $200

Every market for event planning costs

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