Going from 30 to 150 guests is not « a bit more expensive ». It is another venue, another caterer, sometimes another weekend. Industry numbers center around 90 guests on average; you choose where you land.
30 guests (intimate)
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Total budget often €8,000–15,000
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Venue: private dining room, family home, small hall
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Vibe: long dinner, cross-table conversation
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Planning: seating chart in one evening
150 guests (large reception)
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Budget €25,000–40,000 common in 2026
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Venue: dedicated hall, château, estate
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Vibe: dance floor, tables of 8–10
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Planning: RSVP, seating, logistics over 6+ months
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