Mississippi brings together authentic Southern charm and truly elegant venues for couples looking for a distinctive wedding experience. You'll find beautiful settings for outdoor ceremonies scattered across the state from the Delta to the Gulf Coast. The rich cultural heritage and warm hospitality create an incredibly welcoming atmosphere for you and all your guests while offering a major financial advantage too; wedding costs here run significantly lower than in many other states so your dream wedding won't break the bank.

Venue costs in Mississippi typically range from $4,680 to $5,720 which saves you thousands compared to the national average of $6,500-$12,000. Your total wedding budget will scale with your guest count of course. For 50 guests expect around $16,013 while 100 guests pushes that to $26,506. Hosting 150 guests means about $36,376 and 200 guests comes in around $45,205. Larger gatherings of 250 or 300 guests run approximately $54,035 and $62,864 respectively. The venue itself represents about 14% of your total wedding spending with Mississippi couples paying an average of $5,172.59 for the space.

Most couples book their Mississippi venues about 15 months before their wedding date or 467 days to be exact. October sees the highest number of venue inquiries so you'll want to book even earlier for fall weddings. Getting ahead of the rush ensures you'll secure that perfect venue you've been dreaming about especially if you're considering one of the more sought-after locations along the coast or in historic districts.

Several Mississippi venues prioritize accessibility for all your guests. The White House Hotel in Biloxi features ramps and elevators to accommodate guests with mobility needs while The Jefferson in Oxford offers versatile spaces that can work for various accessibility requirements. You'll find modern hotels like Graduate Oxford typically provide fully accessible facilities throughout their properties. Always reach out to venues directly though to confirm they have the specific features your guests might need as historic properties sometimes have different accessibility configurations.

White Pillars Restaurant and Lounge in Biloxi offers an exceptional culinary experience you and your guests won't forget with award-winning farm-to-table cuisine created by James Beard-nominated chef Austin Sumrall. The historic beachfront home from 1905 blends vintage coastal elegance with food that will impress even your most food-savvy friends. The White Rose at Waterloo Farms in Hattiesburg gives you that charming barn setting with highly praised catering options while Oak Crest Mansion Inn in Pass Christian delivers quality Southern cuisine served in a gorgeous historic estate atmosphere.

Mississippi venues are increasingly helping couples include guests who can't attend in person. Places like Kincaid Manor in North Mississippi and The Raymond Venue can set up enhanced remote experiences beyond basic streaming. You can arrange interactive live streaming where remote guests send messages during your ceremony virtual guest books and social media integration that makes everyone feel included. The Roof at 1311 in Vicksburg with its stunning Mississippi River views could incorporate cutting-edge technology to make your distant friends and family feel like they're right there celebrating alongside you.

For a typical 150-guest Mississippi wedding your major expenses include florists at about $5,332.57 representing 15% of total costs and venues at $5,172.59 making up 14%. Catering runs around $4,138.07 or 11% while videographers cost approximately $3,555.05 taking 10% of your budget. Bar services and photographers are close at $3,310.46 and $3,235.09 respectively each accounting for about 9%. Wedding planners average $2,495.64 which is 7% of your total. Hair and makeup services are surprisingly affordable at just $270 on average or only 1% of your wedding budget making that professional look a real bargain for your special day.