How much does a wedding banquet cost? The latest market situation analysis in 2023
With the arrival of the wedding season at the end of the year, many couples begin to prepare for wedding banquets. As the most important part of the wedding budget, the price of the banquet has attracted much attention. This article combines hot topics and the latest market data on the Internet in the past 10 days to provide you with a detailed analysis of the price trends of wedding banquets in 2023.
1. Comparison of average wedding banquet prices in major cities across the country in 2023
| City | Ordinary hotel (yuan/table) | Four-star hotel (yuan/table) | Five-star hotel (yuan/table) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beijing | 3888-5888 | 6888-10888 | 12888-25888 |
| Shanghai | 3588-5588 | 6588-9888 | 11888-22888 |
| Guangzhou | 3288-4888 | 5888-8888 | 9888-18888 |
| Chengdu | 2888-4288 | 4888-7888 | 8888-15888 |
| Wuhan | 2688-3988 | 4588-7288 | 8288-14888 |
2. Core factors affecting wedding banquet prices
1.Hotel grade: Five-star hotels are 2-4 times more expensive than ordinary hotels, but the service quality and venue environment are significantly different.
2.Types of dishes: For every 30% increase in the proportion of seafood, the price will rise by 20%-35%. Due to the recent nuclear wastewater incident in Japan, some hotels have adjusted their seafood menus.
3.Wedding banquet period: The price on weekends is 15%-25% higher than that on weekdays. During prime times such as May Day and National Day, reservations must be made six months in advance and the price will increase by 30%-50%.
4.Additional services: Packages including wedding decorations, free-flowing drinks, etc. are 40%-60% more expensive than pure catering.
3. New trends in the wedding banquet market in 2023
1.Value-for-money packages are popular: Many hotels have launched "light luxury packages" with prices controlled at 4,000-6,000 yuan per table, and bookings have increased by 35% year-on-year.
2.The rise of meal sharing system: Influenced by the concept of health, 20% of newcomers choose table dishes, with per capita consumption of 300-500 yuan.
3.More evening wedding banquets: Compared with the luncheon, the dinner can save 15%-20% of the cost, making it a popular choice for newcomers born in the 1990s.
4.Popularization of digital services: 85% of hotels provide smart services such as VR viewing rooms and online food selection, and some support installment payment.
4. Practical suggestions for saving money
| Strategy | Savings | Things to note |
|---|---|---|
| Choose a low-season weekday | 20%-30% | Avoid the months of June to August in the lunar calendar |
| buffet style | 15%-25% | Elders’ acceptance needs to be considered |
| Bring your own drinks | 10%-15% | Confirm hotel corkage fee |
| joint booking | 5%-8% | Group orders with other newcomers |
5. Real feedback from consumers
1. Ms. Wang from Shanghai: "In the end, I chose the 6,888 yuan/table package, including venue layout and drinks, which saved nearly 20,000 yuan compared to a la carte."
2. Mr. Zhang from Chengdu: "Book 8 months in advance to enjoy the early bird price, which is equivalent to a 15% discount."
3. Guangzhou newlyweds: "I found out that the hotel's new branch has an opening discount, and I saved 800 yuan per table of the same specifications."
Summarize:The wedding banquet market prices in 2023 will be polarized. There are high-end customized wedding banquets priced at more than 10,000 yuan, and affordable options priced at around 3,000 yuan. It is recommended that newlyweds conduct inspections 6-12 months in advance based on their budget, focus on the hotel's newly launched preferential packages, and flexibly choose the time and format to ensure the quality of the wedding and reasonably control expenses.
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