# Rising wedding costs in Europe

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/rising-wedding-costs-in-europe
> Updated: 2026-09-08T13:57:27.000Z. Sources: 2. Developments: 2.

Rising wedding costs are creating financial pressure for both attendees and organizers across several European countries.

In Romania, a survey indicates that wedding attendance has become a significant burden, with the average cost per person reaching 1,700 lei. Approximately 55% of Romanians reported refusing wedding invitations due to financial reasons, and 83% of attendees described these events as a “major source of financial stress”. Cash gifts constitute the primary expense for 87% of attendees.

Similar trends are emerging in Slovakia and Croatia. In Slovakia, wedding expenses vary by scale, with some celebrations for 90 guests exceeding 20,000 euros due to catering, beverages, and venue rentals. In Croatia, social media discussions highlight that rising costs for venues, music, and decorations are driving budgets upward, occasionally forcing individuals to take out loans to fund celebrations.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-08: Rising wedding costs reported in Slovakia and Croatia

Couples in Slovakia and Croatia report significant rising costs for weddings, with some celebrations exceeding 20,000 euros due to catering, venues, and decorations.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/rising-wedding-costs-reported-in-slovakia-and-croatia

### 2026-08-17: Romania wedding costs cause financial stress for guests

A survey by Raiffeisen Bank Romania shows wedding costs are causing financial stress, with 55% of Romanians refusing invitations due to expenses. Average costs reach 1,700 lei per person.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/romania-wedding-costs-cause-financial-stress-for-guests-1

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