Fun Wedding Facts in Massachusetts:
– Average cost of a wedding in MA ranges from $35,000 to $45,000. Areas like Cape Cod and Boston can increase the budget to $50,000 and beyond
– Roses, peonies, and hydrangeas are the most common wedding flowers in the state.
– The Old South Church in Boston is one of the earliest known wedding venues
– Roughly 10-15 percent of couples may forget to invite someone to their wedding
– Top wedding favors: local gourmet treats, personalized candles and even seed packets
– Massachusetts was the first state to legalize same-sex marriage on May 17, 2004
– Parental consent is required for those wanting to marry under the age of 18
– Navy blue, pink, and emerald green top the list for most common bridesmaid dress colors
– Estimated number of weddings in MA per year: 35,000 to 40,000
– A typical wedding party consists of 10 to 12 people: five to six bridesmaids and five to six groomsmen
– “Think Out Loud” by Ed Sheeran is one of the most popular wedding songs while “UpTown Funk” “Don’t Stop Believin'” and “Dancing Queen” are the most requested
– Biggest regret: Not hiring a wedding planner
– Peak wedding season: June, July and August
– June is the most popular month to get married not only in MA, but across the country
– Saturday is the most common day to tie the knot. Friday evening is growing in popularity
– Popular wedding venues: The Fairmont Copley Plaza (Boston), Boston Public Library, The Crane Estate (Ipswich), The Cape Codder Resort & Spa (Hyannis), The Wickenden House (Gloucester) and The Chatham Bars Inn (Chatham)
– The average length of a wedding ceremony in MA is 20 to 30 minutes
– Top passed apps: mini lobster rolls, stuffed mushrooms and bruschetta
– Chicken or fish? 40-50 percent select chicken while 20 to 30 percent choose fish
– Top honeymoon destinations: Hawaii, Bermuda, France, Italy and New York City
– Average wedding guest size: 120 to 150 guests
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