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Backyard Wedding Cost in New Haven, CT
Planning a backyard, house, or DIY wedding in New Haven, CT? Here's the complete localized cost breakdown across all 25 expense categories — adjusted for New Haven, CT pricing.
New Haven, CT estimate
$47,000
For 100 guests · Excludes honeymoon
Venue & Infrastructure
Tent rentalVaries widely by size — 40×60 seats ~150 guests
$3,250Tables & chairs rental
$1,050Linens rental
$800Portable restrooms / luxury restroom trailerLuxury trailer recommended for 50+ guests
$1,150Generator rentalRequired if outdoor power is limited
$500String lights & uplighting
$900Food & Drink
Catering
$98/guestBartender serviceUsually 1 bartender per 50 guests
$800Bar equipment rentalGlassware, ice bins, coolers
$500Alcohol & beveragesSelf-purchased; varies by guest count
$1,550Wedding cake / desserts
$900Visual & Media
Photography & videography
$4,550Flowers & florals
$2,600Décor & styling
$1,950People & Personal
Officiant
$450Hair & makeup
$900Wedding dress
$1,950Groom attire
$450Extras & Logistics
DJ or live music
$1,950Parking coordination / valet
$650Cleanup crewOften overlooked — highly recommended
$650Event insuranceRequired by many venues and HOAs
$350Invitations & stationery
$500Favors
$400Rehearsal dinner
$1,950Honeymoon
$6,500Get Your Full Budget
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Cost estimates are regional averages derived from national wedding industry data and adjusted using local cost-of-living multipliers for New Haven, CT. They are intended as planning guides only and may not reflect current market rates. Always get quotes from local vendors before finalizing your budget.