Prices of affordable wedding venues average $264 hire fee per hour. The cost varies based on the venue's size and additional services such as catering, floral arrangements, or bridal suites. It may also be influenced by the number and type of event spaces available in the venue, for example, separate areas for the ceremony, reception, and photo sessions. Spaces offering all-inclusive packages are a budget-friendly option for couples seeking a fuss-free experience. Check out typical price ranges in California, based on Tagvenue data:
| From $150 | to $500 | hire fee per hour |
| From $2850 | to $7000 | minimum spend per event |
| From $30 | to $80 | per person |
You'll find affordable wedding venues in various sizes, from smaller spots to larger venues; keep in mind that the type of space and your chosen layout will affect the capacity! Below you can see the typical venue sizes in California, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (October 2026):
| Small | up to 100 guests | prices average $200 hire fee per hour |
| Medium | between 150 and 250 guests | prices average $350 hire fee per hour |
| Large | over 260 guests | prices average $5500 minimum spend per event |
Based on Tagvenue data (as of October 2026), users looking for affordable wedding venues most commonly go for these venue types:
| Event Venue | prices average $250 hire fee per hour | typically between 190 and 330 guests |
| Outdoor Space | prices average $225 hire fee per hour | typically between 100 and 200 guests |
| Ballroom | prices average $5500 minimum spend per event | typically between 260 and 400 guests |
| Open Air / Outdoor Venue | prices average $8000 hire fee per day | typically between 100 and 250 guests |
| Banqueting Hall | prices average $11000 minimum spend per event | typically between 260 and 300 guests |
Page last updated in October 2026
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