How Much Does an Indian Wedding in Mexico Cost
If you are about to get married soon and have no clue what your Indian wedding in Mexico will cost, then your search ends here. Indian Destination Wedding!
Destination Indian Sikh Wedding in Mexico
Naturally, the wedding budget is going to look a little different for every type of couple and family. Below we’ve outlined various factors that tend to mostly affect the cost of an Indian wedding in Mexico. Consider each of these elements before planning your Indian destination wedding so you can gauge the investment you’ll need to make to ensure it’s a success.
Sikh Destination Weddings
Planning a Sikh Destination Wedding in Cancun and Riviera Maya? Here are the event services and cost breakdown for you to consider while planning your Sikh wedding. It is crucial to note that the services mentioned below can be altered as per your choice. As your One Stop Solution, we conveniently arrange the entire multi-day festivity with you, for the easiest, most affordable and authentic destination wedding you can plan!
Mehndi & Sangeet
Mehndi and Sangeet are often held together in a Sikh wedding. In this event, there is copious amount of fun and festivities, with singing of traditional wedding songs. Here is the list of services offered:
- Location Rental
- Food (banquets menu)
- Open Bar
- Tables and Chairs
- Décor: Backdrop, couch for B&G, mehndi station, non floral centrepieces, color overlays for tables, string lights or partial color draping.
- Entertainment Show
- Sound and Lighting
- Dance Floor
- Bridal Henna
- Henna Artist for Guests
Baraat & Anand Karaj
Music and Bhangra is the integral part of Baraat. Whereas, Anand Karaj is a blissful union of the couple and the families. These main events of a Sikh wedding includes the following services:
- Location Rental
- Bridal hair and makeup
- Water station
- Baraat: dhol player
- Shoes station
- Décor: palki set, ek ong kaar, rumala, manji, raised platform for musicians, white sheets with padding underneath, cushions and rose petals for blessings.
- Sound system and microphone for granthi
Langar/Lunch
After the wedding rituals are over, the attendees are offered meal next to the Gurudwara or at any chosen location. The services included for this event are as follows:
- Location Rental
- Food (banquets menu)
- Non-alcoholic drinks
- Basic Tables, chairs, and white linens
Gala Reception
This grand party is hosted to honor the newly-wed couple. During the event, family and friends enjoy a lavish meal along with having fun, singing, and dancing. The reception covers the services below:
- Location rental
- Food (banquets menu)
- Open Bar
- Tables and Chairs
- Décor: backdrop, couch for B&G, raised platform, table runners, plate chargers, color napkins, candles for tables, tiffany chairs.
- Vinyl Dance Floor
- Entertainment Show
- Sound and Lighting
- Entrance table decor
- Guest seat assignment
Estimated Budget For SIKH Destination Wedding
50 GUESTS From $35,000+ USD
100 GUESTS From $45,000+ USD
150 GUESTS From $55,000+ USD
200 GUESTS From $65,000+ USD
250 GUESTS From $75,000+ USD
300 GUESTS From $85,000+ USD
Factors That Affect Indian Wedding Costs
Budgeting Factor #1 – Ceremonies & Events
Indian, Sikh and Muslim weddings are typically multi-day affairs, hence, the overall cost of hosting an Indian destination wedding will be impacted by the number of events included across these days and their nature. Each ceremony requires a different set up, so the average cost may vary depending upon the number of guests and the religious background of the couple and how elaborate you want each of your events to be. Here we’ve outlined the true cost of Hindu, Sikh and Muslim destination weddings in paradise Cancún and Riviera Maya, Mexico with Latin Asia as your destination management company.
Budgeting Factor #2 – Guest Count
The number of guests attending the wedding is one of the major factors that impact the investment because with more people you’ll have to consider :
The number of guests attending the wedding is one of the major factors that impact the investment because with more people you’ll have to consider :
- More seating and decor
- Potentially other details, such as more sound equipment, bigger dance floor, more henna artists for instance
For example, if you’re planning a more intimate Sikh destination wedding with 50 guests, the average budget might be around $19,000, but if you’re hosting 200 guests, the average investment may be around $23,000.
Having an exact guest count for your Indian destination wedding will help you to determine an accurate budget. Whatever the size of your guest list, we’ll ensure every need is met!
Budgeting Factor #3 – Opulence
How lavish you want your events to be will certainly impact your budget. Naturally, every wedding is special and absolutely stunning from top to bottom, but there are always premium aspects that can be added to any event, such as:
- Fine dining cuisine upgrades
- Luxury decor
- Premium vendors
- Elite venues
- Magnificent entertainment
- Spectacular fire shows
- Opulent vehicles for Baraat and Vidai
- Tenting and flooring at outdoor facilities
- Add-on events & ceremonies
So, it is all up to you if you want your wedding to be an intimate, a larger or a luxurious affair.
Indian Destination Weddings
Mehndi & Sangeet
This occasion is filled with music and festivities! Sometimes the couples choose to have separate Mehndi and Sangeet events, but nowadays many plan these events for the same day and time — either in the morning or evening. It includes the following services:
- Location Rental
- Food (banquets menu)
- Open Bar
- Tables and Chairs
- Décor: Backdrop, couch for B&G, mehndi station, non floral centrepieces, color overlays for tables, string lights or partial color draping.
- Entertainment Show
- Sound and Lighting
- Dance Floor
- Bridal Henna
- Henna Artist for Guests
Baraat, Milni, Shaadi, and Vidai
These main events of an Indian wedding represent the union of the couple and their families, which involves welcoming the guests and couples tying the knot. These auspicious ceremonies include the services mentioned below:
- Location Rental
- Tiffany Chairs for Guests
- Water Station
- Bridal Hair and Makeup
- Décor: mandap, raised platform, chairs for mandap, havan, jaimalas and rose petals for pooja.
- Baraat: Dhol Player
- Sound System and Microphone for Pandit Ji
Gala Reception
Reception takes place after the rituals of the wedding ceremony. Elaborate preparations are made for this lively event. Reception has a charm of its own, indulging the family and friends of the bride and groom. Below are the services included for this grand event:
- Location rental
- Food (banquets menu)
- Open Bar
- Tables and Chairs
- Décor: backdrop, couch for B&G, raised platform, table runners, plate chargers, color napkins, candles for tables, tiffany chairs.
- Vinyl Dance Floor
- Entertainment Show
- Sound and Lighting
- Entrance table decor
- Guest seat assignment
Estimated Budget For HINDU Destination Wedding
50 GUESTS From $30,000+ USD
100 GUESTS From $40,000+ USD
150 GUESTS From $50,000+ USD
200 GUESTS From $60,000+ USD
250 GUESTS From $70,000+ USD
300 GUESTS From $80,000+ USD
Muslim Destination Weddings
Do you want to know the cost of your Muslim Destination Wedding in Cancun and Riviera Maya? Latin Asia completely understands the rituals and customs of your Muslim Wedding. Our team is capable of creatively managing different aspects of your Muslim wedding from deciding the wedding venues to arranging different cuisines, and much more. Based on your requirements, we’ve come with a detailed cost breakdown below for your different wedding events. This will help you to get a basic idea of what services we provide and what your Muslim wedding might cost depending on the number of guests.
Mehndi Welcome Night
Mehndi is the opening night which is the most vibrant and essential part of a Muslim destination wedding. All the close friends and family of the bride participate in this wedding event, ensuring that the night is full of enjoyment. Mehndi welcome night includes the following services:
- Location Rental
- Mehndi Station
- Food (banquets menu)
- Bridal Henna
- Open Bar
- Tables and Chairs
- Decor: backdrop, couch for the bride and groom
- Henna Artist for Guests
- Entertainment Show
- Sound and LIghting
Sangeet
Sangeet is a pre-wedding musical function which is a whole lot of fun and enjoyment for the families of the bride and groom. The songs and dance performed during the event represent the social bond connecting the two families of the couple. Below is the list of services included in Sangeet:
- Location Rental
- Decor: backdrop, couch for the bride and groom, non-floral centerpieces, colored overlays for tables, string lights or partial color drapings.
- Food (banquets menu)
- Open Bar
- Tables and Chairs
- Entertainment Show
- Dance Floor
- Sound and Lighting
Symbolic Nikah Ceremony
In a Nikah ceremony, a marriage contract is signed between the couple. This simple and brief traditional ritual symbolizes the union and a new beginning for the bride and groom. A symbolic Nikah ceremony covers the below services:
- Bridal hair and Makeup
- Décor: canopy decorated with fabrics, fancy chairs for B&G and coffee table for Koba Kobi.
- Location Rental
- Water Station Chairs for your Guests
- Sound System and Microphone for the Officiant
Gala Reception
The Gala reception is the most dynamic event which takes place after all the wedding rituals are performed. It is usually hosted by the groom’s family and signifies the consummation of the wedding. The vast array of services include:
- Location rental
- Food (banquets menu)
- Open Bar
- Tables and Chairs
- Décor: backdrop, couch for B&G, raised platform, table runners, plate chargers, color napkins, candles for tables, tiffany chairs.
- Vinyl Dance Floor
- Entertainment Show
- Sound and Lighting
- Entrance table decor
- Guest seat assigment
Estimated Budget For MUSLIM Destination Wedding
50 GUESTS From $30,000 USD
100 GUESTS From $40,000 USD
150 GUESTS From $50,000 USD
200 GUESTS From $60,000 USD
250 GUESTS From $70,000 USD
300 GUESTS From $80,000 USD
Difference Between Hindu, Sikh, and Muslim Destination Wedding Costs
You’ll notice a slight difference in the cost of Hindu, Sikh and Muslim wedding ceremonies because of the different rituals and event flow both the religions follow.
