Average Wedding Cost in Oakville & Burlington (2026)

In 2026, a 100-guest wedding in Oakville is likely to cost about $23,950–$62,500 for the core vendors, and the same wedding in Burlington about $21,750–$56,950. Both figures come from VowNook's typical local ranges. Oakville runs slightly higher in almost every category, and catering is the biggest single cost in both towns. Guest count, season and how much you want included in one package will decide where you land in that range.

These are estimates, not vendor quotes — confirm with real quotes.

What drives wedding costs in Halton

Oakville and Burlington share a market. Many vendors work across Halton, Hamilton and the western GTA, so the price difference between the two towns is smaller than it might look on a map. Here's what actually moves your total:

• Guest count. Catering is priced per guest, so every extra table adds up fast. This is the biggest lever you control.
• Venue style. Waterfront, estate and golf-course settings usually cost more than community halls or restaurants. Packages that include catering, bar and rentals can look expensive but may save you money on separate rentals.
• Day and season. Peak-season Saturdays are in highest demand. Fridays, Sundays and off-season dates often come with more flexible pricing.
• Travel and parking. Vendors coming from Toronto or further away may add travel fees. Venues with limited parking may push you to arrange shuttles.
• Rentals and service charges. Chairs, linens, tableware, tents and lighting are sometimes extra. Many venues and caterers also add a service charge on top of HST, so ask how each quote is calculated.

Typical vendor costs in Oakville and Burlington (2026)

These ranges are VowNook's estimates for each category. They aren't quotes from any particular vendor.

Category	Oakville (estimate)	Burlington (estimate)
Venue	$3,450–$13,800	$3,150–$12,600
Catering	$105–$215 per guest	$95–$195 per guest
Photographer	$2,750–$5,200	$2,500–$4,750
Videographer	$2,300–$4,850	$2,100–$4,400
Florist	$1,750–$6,350	$1,600–$5,800
DJ or musicians	$1,400–$3,200	$1,250–$2,950
Cake	$600–$1,600	$550–$1,450
Officiant	$350–$1,050	$300–$950
Transportation	$700–$1,850	$650–$1,700
Attire	$2,050–$6,900	$1,900–$6,300
Hair and makeup	$400–$1,050	$350–$950
Planner	$2,050–$10,350	$1,900–$9,450

To start comparing local options, see Oakville wedding venues and vendors and Burlington wedding venues.

Estimated totals at 75, 100 and 150 guests

The totals below add up the venue, catering, photographer, florist, DJ or musicians, cake, officiant, transportation, attire, and hair and makeup. They leave out a videographer and a planner, which many couples treat as optional. Taxes, gratuities, rentals, stationery and rings aren't included either.

Guests	Oakville (estimate)	Burlington (estimate)
75	$21,325–$57,125	$19,375–$52,075
100	$23,950–$62,500	$21,750–$56,950
150	$29,200–$73,250	$26,500–$66,700

Adding a videographer and a full planner could add about $4,350–$15,200 in Oakville or $4,000–$13,850 in Burlington. Catering alone at 100 guests is roughly $10,500–$21,500 in Oakville and $9,500–$19,500 in Burlington. That's why a guest list trimmed by 20 people can save more than switching photographers. Our guide to wedding cost per guest explains how to work this out for your own list.

Seasonality: when prices move

Late spring through early fall is when outdoor and lakeside settings are most in demand in Halton, and pricing tends to be firmest then. Shoulder-season dates and winter weddings can open up more room to negotiate on minimum spends, room fees or package extras. Always ask a venue to show you its off-peak pricing next to its peak pricing so you can compare them properly.

Holiday weekends deserve a closer look. Vendors may charge more, and guests may have conflicting plans. Book early if your heart is set on a specific summer Saturday. Popular venues and photographers can fill their calendars well ahead of time, so build in time to compare at least a few options before you put down a deposit.

Where to save without it showing

• Shorten the guest list before anything else. At $95–$215 per guest, every table of 10 costs about $950–$2,150 in food alone.
• Choose a venue that bundles. Packages that include tables, chairs, linens and a bar can be cheaper than renting each item separately.
• Book a Friday or Sunday. Ask venues and caterers directly whether these days are priced differently.
• Compare caterers carefully. Make sure you're comparing the same service style, staffing and rentals. Browse Oakville wedding caterers and request itemized quotes.
• Limit photography hours. Ask Burlington wedding photographers about shorter coverage that skips the late-night dancing.

Before you sign, run your quotes through VowNook's wedding quote check to spot missing line items and fees.

How Halton compares with nearby cities

Using the same core-vendor totals at 100 guests:

City	100-guest estimate
Toronto	$24,950–$64,750
Oakville	$23,950–$62,500
Mississauga	$22,100–$58,400
Burlington	$21,750–$56,950
Milton	$21,750–$56,950
Hamilton	$20,650–$54,100

Oakville sits just below Toronto, and Burlington lines up with Milton. Hamilton's estimated ranges are a little lower again, which is why some Halton couples look just west for venues. For a closer look at each, read the average wedding cost in Toronto and the average wedding cost in Hamilton.

Your Halton wedding budget checklist

1. Pick a realistic guest count range before you tour any venues.
2. Set a total budget and give catering its own line, calculated per guest.
3. Shortlist venues in Oakville and Burlington, and ask each for peak and off-peak pricing.
4. Request itemized quotes covering tax, gratuity, rentals and service charges.
5. Compare at least two or three vendors in each major category.
6. Check quotes for missing items before you pay any deposit.
7. Keep a contingency for surprises and late additions.

Frequently asked questions

Is Oakville more expensive than Burlington for weddings?

Based on VowNook's estimates, Oakville is slightly higher in nearly every category. At 100 guests, the estimated core-vendor total is $23,950–$62,500 in Oakville and $21,750–$56,950 in Burlington. Real quotes vary by vendor and date.

What is the biggest wedding cost in Oakville and Burlington?

Catering, because it scales with your guest count. At 100 guests, it's roughly $10,500–$21,500 in Oakville and $9,500–$19,500 in Burlington, based on VowNook's estimates.

Do these totals include tax and gratuity?

No. The totals cover core vendor categories only. Add HST, gratuities, rentals, stationery and any other extras your quotes list.

How can we lower our wedding costs in Halton?

Trim the guest list, consider a Friday, Sunday or off-season date, choose a venue with bundled rentals, and compare itemized quotes in each category.