Venue & Vows

Booked the venue? What next

Once the venue and date are fixed, book the suppliers who can only do one wedding a day: photographer first, then music, then decor and flowers.

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What it costs

ServiceTypical costWho can do itMust you?
PhotographersR 15 000 – R 40 000 for the day*PhotographersNot required by law
DJs and bandsR 6 000 – R 25 000 for the day*DJs and musiciansNot required by law
Decor and flowersGet quotesDecorators and floristsNot required by law
Hair and make-upR 2 000 – R 5 000 for the couple*Hair and make-up artistsNot required by law

Who can do it

By service: Photography · Music · Decor and flowers · Hair and make-up

Sources

  1. Bridebook South Africa: the ultimate South African wedding budget breakdown (2025)
  2. Bridebook South Africa: how much does wedding entertainment cost? (2025) (2025)

Prices are typical ranges from these sources until we have enough real quotes from listed businesses. Always get a written quote.