As you plan your wedding, you want to create a beautiful event that you, your partner, friends, and family will remember forever. But planning your magical event can quickly get expensive. In the United States, the wedding industry is a multi-billion dollar industry. With inflation and the increasing cost of goods and services, it’s no wonder planning a wedding feels more financially daunting than ever. However, Utah brides and grooms rejoice – the cost of a wedding here in the Beehive State is more affordable than in most other states. Let’s break it down.
Average Wedding Cost
National Average
According to The Knot’s Real Wedding Study, which surveyed 12,000 couples nationwide, the average wedding cost in the United States in 2022 was $30,000. In states like New Jersey, Massachusetts, and New York, this cost was between $46,000 and $51,000.
Utah Average
According to data from The Wedding Report, as of 2022, the average wedding cost in Utah was $28,055, while the median wedding cost was $16,814. That means that half of the weddings in Utah in 2022 were 56% less expensive than the national average.

Benefits of All-Inclusive Wedding Venues
As you explore Utah wedding venues, consider the benefits of an all-inclusive wedding venue. All-inclusive wedding venues, like those at Thanksgiving Point, include a variety of onsite accommodations like catering and cleanup, AV and music services, and complementary wedding planners. Choosing an all-inclusive venue takes the stress out of vetting and hiring outside vendors by providing nearly everything in one convenient package.
Additionally, all-inclusive venues can end up saving you money. When you book external vendors, there’s usually a delivery fee on top of the cost of goods and labor. Since all-inclusive venues have supplies onsite, they can offer catering, setup, cleanup, and other services at a lower rate. Between this and Utah weddings being more affordable than in other states, you can stick to your wedding budget and plan a fabulous, magical event that everyone will enjoy.

Weddings at Thanksgiving Point
At Thanksgiving Point, we offer some of Utah’s most beautiful and versatile all-inclusive wedding venues. Choose from stunning outdoor gardens full of lush greenery, flowers, classic sculptural pieces, fountains, or elegant indoor spaces, showcasing sprawling views and classic design.
Whether you choose an outdoor venue between April and September or want an indoor wedding in the off-season, the photos and memories will be beautiful. Thanksgiving Point’s all-inclusive wedding packages are available for all indoor and outdoor venues and include everything from onsite wedding planners and catering to cleanup service, sound systems, serving tables, and cake-cutting.

If you’re recently engaged, congratulations! We’d love to help you plan your dream wedding at Thanksgiving Point. Fill out this contact form with details; our wedding coordinators will contact you shortly.