In short
A Gold Coast wedding for about 100 guests is typically quoted between $26,000 and $72,000, with most couples landing near $36,000.
- Typical total (AUD)
- $36,000
- Simpler day from (AUD)
- $26,000
- Premium reaches (AUD)
- $72,000
- Categories priced
- 5
- Widest range
- Venue hire
- Figures reviewed
- August 2026
GST-inclusive AUD for a wedding of around 100 guests
Where the money goes
| Category | Share of the biggest line | Low (AUD) | High (AUD) | What moves the number | Vendors |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Venue hire | $8,000 | $26,000 | Surf-club and beachfront-deck packages anchor the low end; hinterland estates and waterfront resorts with exclusive use run to the top. Many beach ceremonies add a separate council permit — usually under A$500. | Browse venue hire in Gold Coast | |
| Photography | $2,800 | $6,000 | Golden-hour beach sessions are the local speciality; most packages run 8–10 hours, with drone coverage of the coastline a common add-on at the top end. | Browse photography in Gold Coast | |
| Celebrant | $850 | $1,900 | Includes the legal lodgement work (NOIM), a rehearsal, and a personalised ceremony script — plus a wet-weather plan, which on the coast is not optional. | Browse celebrant in Gold Coast | |
| Flowers and styling | $1,600 | $5,000 | Beach ceremonies lean on arbours and aisle styling that must be wind-proof; hinterland receptions push totals higher with hanging installations and full table florals. | Browse flowers and styling in Gold Coast | |
| Catering | $10,000 | $22,000 | Roughly A$100–220 a head. Surf clubs and restaurants bundle food and drinks tightly; resort and estate packages sit higher but usually include staffing and furniture. | Browse catering in Gold Coast |
The Gold Coast runs two weddings in one postcode: barefoot beach ceremonies at Currumbin and Burleigh, and green-hills hinterland estates twenty minutes up the road in Tallebudgera Valley and Mount Tamborine.
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Your cost questions, answered
How much does a wedding cost on the Gold Coast?
Most Gold Coast weddings land between A$26,000 and A$72,000 all-in, with a typical 100-guest celebration around A$36,000 GST-inclusive. A surf-club reception keeps you near the low end; exclusive-use hinterland estates and waterfront resorts push toward the top.
Do wedding prices in Gold Coast include GST?
Australian consumer pricing must be GST-inclusive, and every range in this guide is too. When a vendor quotes you directly, check the quote says GST-inclusive — most do, but it's worth confirming before you sign.
What's usually the biggest wedding cost?
The venue plus catering is almost always the biggest line — typically 40–50% of the whole budget. Lock those in first; around A$36,000 all-in is a common landing point, and everything else fits around them.
How can we keep costs down without it feeling cheap?
Three levers move the total most: the guest count, the day of the week, and the season. An off-peak or weekday date with a tighter guest list can save 20–30% at the same venue with the same vendors.
Do we need a permit for a beach ceremony?
Yes — City of Gold Coast requires a permit for weddings on public beaches and parks, booked through the council. Fees are modest (typically well under A$500) and popular spots like Currumbin and Burleigh book out for peak Saturdays, so apply early.
Ranges are directional market figures — your quotes will vary with date, guest count and season. The surest numbers come from vendors with published pricing.