How Much Should I Charge for Event Planning?
Pricing your event planning services correctly is crucial for establishing credibility and attracting the right clients in the competitive UK market. Strategic pricing reflects your expertise whilst ensuring profitability and sustainable business growth.
Last updated: 6 January 2026
Average Event Planning Pricing in 2026
Min
£500
Max
£15,000
This is a real client-ready estimate PDF
Unlock Pro to export your own PDF
Create estimate → Export PDFGet Your Personalised Estimate
Most users upgrade to export a PDF
What Affects Event Planning Pricing?
- 1Event size and guest count
- 2Venue complexity and location across the UK
- 3Duration of planning period and timeline constraints
- 4Level of service required (partial or full-service planning)
- 5Seasonal demand and peak wedding/corporate seasons
What's Typically Included in a Event Planning Quote?
Example Event Planning Cost Breakdown
Event Planning
Hourly vs Project-Based Event Planning Pricing
Do you charge a percentage of the total event budget?
Many UK event planners charge either a flat fee or 10-20% of the total event budget, depending on the complexity and services required.
What's included in your day-of coordination service?
Day-of coordination typically includes timeline management, vendor coordination, setup supervision, and handling any issues that arise during your event.
How far in advance should I book an event planner?
For optimal results, book 6-12 months in advance for weddings and major celebrations, though corporate events can often be planned with shorter notice periods.
Create Your Own Event Planning Estimate
View Event Planning Estimate TemplateFree vs Pro Event Planning Estimates
Related Pricing Guides
Ready to Create Your Estimate?
Use our free estimate generator to create professional, client-ready quotes in minutes.
Used to send professional estimates to clients