Wedding cost in Cyprus continues to increase in 2026, with average budgets now approaching or exceeding €30,000, according to a new survey conducted by the programme “Mesimeri kai Kati” in collaboration with the Cyprus Association of Event Professionals.
The findings highlight a steady rise in prices across key wedding services, including catering, decoration and entertainment.
Basic ceremony costs
According to the survey, basic expenses for a civil or religious ceremony, including legal paperwork, start from around €150.
Venue rental ranges from €1,500 to €10,000, while catering packages for food and drinks cost between €50 and €150 per guest. Traditional treats such as sweets or koufeta are priced at €1 to €3 per piece.
Decoration and flowers represent a major cost factor, starting from €3,000 and increasing depending on the scale of the event.
Entertainment services, including DJs or live music, begin at around €1,000, while photography and videography packages range from €2,000 to €5,500.
Additional services increasing total cost
Wedding planners or coordinators charge between €600 and €5,000 or more, depending on the level of service provided.
Fireworks and special effects range from €300 to €2,000, while wedding rings cost between €300 and €3,000.
Invitations start from €100 and can reach up to €800, and wedding favours cost between €1 and €5 per item.
Additional expenses include open bar services, which can cost between €1,000 and €2,500, and wedding car rentals ranging from €150 to €800.
Total wedding budgets reach €70,000
For weddings with 180 to 250 guests, the survey outlines three main budget categories:
- Budget weddings: €18,000–€25,000
- Mid-range weddings: €28,000–€40,000
- High-end weddings: €45,000–€70,000
The findings confirm that the average wedding cost in Cyprus now exceeds €30,000, depending on choices and guest numbers.
Bride and groom expenses
Separate costs apply to the bride and groom.
Bride expenses, including dress, accessories, hair, makeup and grooming, range from €1,300 to €5,000.
Groom expenses, including suit, shoes and accessories, range from €500 to €4,000.
Honeymoon and pre-wedding events
Honeymoon costs are not included in the main budget and can range from €1,000 to €5,000 or more depending on destination and duration.
Bachelor and hen parties also add significant expenses, with a four-day trip for four people in Athens costing between €700 and €2,500 depending on budget level.
Regional differences and trends
Professionals in the sector note that prices vary depending on district, season, number of guests and level of services chosen.
Despite variations, the trend shows a clear increase in overall wedding expenses, confirming that organising a traditional Cypriot wedding has become a major financial commitment.
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