Services and prices
| Service | Typical cost | Who can do it | Must you? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wedding venues | R 40 000 – R 150 000 for the venue (2025 averages)* | Venues | Not required by law |
| Caterers | R 20 000 – R 50 000 in total (2025 averages)* | Caterers | Not required by law |
| Photographers | R 15 000 – R 40 000 for the day* | Photographers | Not required by law |
| Videographers | Get quotes | Videographers | Not required by law |
| DJs and bands | R 6 000 – R 25 000 for the day* | DJs and musicians | Not required by law |
| Decor and flowers | Get quotes | Decorators and florists | Not required by law |
| Hair and make-up | R 2 000 – R 5 000 for the couple* | Hair and make-up artists | Not required by law |
| Wedding cakes | Get quotes | Bakers | Not required by law |
Sources
- Bridebook South Africa: how much does a wedding venue cost? (2025) (2025)
- Bridebook South Africa: how much does wedding catering cost? (2025) (2025)
- Bridebook South Africa: the ultimate South African wedding budget breakdown (2025)
- 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.