Introduction: The Real Question Every Family Asks in 2026
“How much will my daughter’s wedding cost?”
“How much should we budget for a simple South Kolkata wedding?”
“Can we do a beautiful wedding within ₹6–10 lakh?”
In 2026, weddings in South Kolkata are no longer about just booking a hall and feeding guests. Families now want experience, comfort, aesthetics, smooth coordination, and emotional flow—without blowing their savings.
This guide is a transparent, ground-level breakdown of what a wedding actually costs in South Kolkata in 2026, based on real venue prices, catering plates, and service costs offered by Sarabala Event Enterprises across:
- Aguan Banquet
- Avinandan Banquet
- Nikunja Banquet
- Upalakshya Banquet
- 4MTPS Banquet
- Mayer Bari (for destination-style intimate weddings)
And covering all services:
Marriage, Reception, Baby Shower, Annaprashan, Birthday, Upanayan, Anniversary, Engagement, Sangeet, Mehendi, Haldi, Get Together & Seminar.
If you’re planning for 2026 and want to lock dates for 2027–2028, this breakdown will help you plan smartly.
Step 1: Venue Cost in South Kolkata (2026 Reality)
Venue is the foundation of your wedding budget. In South Kolkata, banquet halls with AC, decoration, power backup, and management typically form 25–35% of the total wedding cost.
With Sarabala Event Enterprises, your venue options vary by guest size and event style:
- Small & intimate weddings (50–120 guests):
Nikunja Banquet, Mayer Bari - Mid-size weddings (120–250 guests):
Avinandan Banquet, Upalakshya Banquet, 4MTPS Banquet - Large weddings & receptions (200–400 guests):
Aguan Banquet
Typical Venue Budget Range (2026)
- Single wedding event (marriage or reception): ₹60,000 – ₹1,50,000
- Two-day package (marriage + reception): ₹1.5 lakh – ₹3 lakh
- Multi-event wedding (Haldi + Mehendi + Wedding + Reception): ₹2.5 lakh – ₹4.5 lakh (depending on venue & duration)
This includes hall usage, basic décor, lighting, furniture setup, and management.
Step 2: Catering Cost – The Biggest Expense
Food usually takes 40–50% of your total wedding budget. In 2026, plate costs in South Kolkata depend on menu quality and guest count.
Sarabala Event Enterprises offers 12 curated menus ranging from ₹800 to ₹1,250 per plate.
Example Catering Budgets (2026)
Let’s say you have 200 guests:
- Budget Menu (₹900/plate):
200 × 900 = ₹1,80,000 - Mid-Premium Menu (₹1,050/plate):
200 × 1,050 = ₹2,10,000 - Premium Menu (₹1,200/plate):
200 × 1,200 = ₹2,40,000
What’s Included in These Menus?
Your menus already include:
Starters, main course (veg + non-veg), rice/biriyani/pulao, fish & chicken items, mutton options in premium menus, desserts (rosogolla, sandesh, malpua, rabri), ice cream, paan counter, water, and soft drinks/tea/coffee in many menus.
This means you don’t need separate catering vendors—a big cost saver.
Step 3: Decoration & Ambience Cost
Décor is where weddings look either “simple” or “wow”.
With Sarabala, basic decoration is bundled with the venue. But families often upgrade for:
- Better stage backdrop
- Floral mandap
- Entry arch
- Name boards
- Theme lighting
- Photo backdrop
Typical Décor Upgrade Cost (2026)
- Basic included décor: ₹0 (part of package)
- Premium décor upgrade: ₹20,000 – ₹60,000
- Theme décor (Mehendi/Haldi): ₹15,000 – ₹40,000 per event
This is still cheaper than hiring outside decorators.
Step 4: Photography & Videography (Memory Budget)
Photography is no longer optional—it’s emotional insurance.
In South Kolkata (2026):
- Basic photography + video: ₹35,000 – ₹60,000
- Cinematic wedding film + album: ₹70,000 – ₹1.2 lakh
- Full multi-event coverage (Haldi + Mehendi + Wedding + Reception): ₹1 lakh – ₹1.8 lakh
Sarabala coordinates with trusted photography partners to match venue lighting and stage design.
Step 5: Makeup, Mehendi & Artist Costs
- Bride makeup (HD/airbrush): ₹15,000 – ₹35,000
- Groom makeup: ₹3,000 – ₹7,000
- Family makeup (package): ₹10,000 – ₹25,000
- Mehendi artists: ₹3,000 – ₹10,000
These costs vary by artist reputation and demand in peak wedding season.
Step 6: Ritual & Miscellaneous Costs Families Forget
Often forgotten but important:
- Pandit fees: ₹5,000 – ₹15,000
- Puja samagri & ritual setup: ₹5,000 – ₹12,000
- Car decoration: ₹3,000 – ₹8,000
- Invitation cards / e-invites: ₹5,000 – ₹25,000
- Guest return gifts: ₹10,000 – ₹40,000
- Sound & DJ for Sangeet: ₹8,000 – ₹20,000
Total Wedding Cost in South Kolkata (2026): Real Scenarios
1. Simple Wedding (150 guests)
Venue: ₹80,000
Catering (₹900 × 150): ₹1,35,000
Décor upgrade: ₹20,000
Photography: ₹50,000
Makeup & misc: ₹30,000
Total ≈ ₹3.15 lakh
2. Mid-Range Wedding (200 guests)
Venue: ₹1,20,000
Catering (₹1,050 × 200): ₹2,10,000
Décor: ₹40,000
Photography: ₹90,000
Makeup & misc: ₹45,000
Total ≈ ₹5.05 lakh
3. Premium Wedding (300 guests, multi-event)
Venue (2 days): ₹2.8 lakh
Catering (₹1,150 × 300): ₹3,45,000
Décor & themes: ₹80,000
Photography & film: ₹1.4 lakh
Makeup & misc: ₹60,000
Total ≈ ₹8.05 lakh
Why Sarabala Event Enterprises Saves Money in 2026
Instead of coordinating 6–7 vendors, Sarabala offers:
- Venue
- Decoration
- Catering
- Lighting
- Furniture
- Vendor coordination
This reduces hidden costs, last-minute vendor premiums, and logistics stress. Families save ₹50,000–₹1.5 lakh on average compared to fragmented planning.
Booking for 2027–2028: Why Early Booking Matters
By 2026, prime wedding dates for 2027–2028 will already start filling up. Early booking with Sarabala ensures:
- Best banquet availability
- Better catering rate locks
- Priority décor themes
- Flexible payment planning
- Less last-minute stress
FAQs
Q. Can we do a wedding in South Kolkata within ₹4–5 lakh?
Yes, with 150–200 guests, Sarabala can design a complete wedding within this range.
Q. Which banquet is best for small intimate weddings?
Mayer Bari & Nikunja Banquet are ideal for intimate weddings.
Q. Is catering compulsory from Sarabala?
Yes, in-house catering ensures quality control and cost stability.
Q. Can we customize menus?
Yes, menus can be mixed and tailored.
Conclusion: Plan Smart, Not Stressful
A wedding in South Kolkata in 2026 does not need to be ₹15–20 lakh to feel premium. With smart planning and the right event partner like Sarabala Event Enterprises, families can host beautiful, emotionally rich weddings within ₹3–8 lakh, depending on scale.
If you’re planning your wedding in 2026 or want to lock dates for 2027–2028, Sarabala’s banquet network, curated menus, and end-to-end management make budgeting predictable, transparent, and stress-free.