Events & Entertainment Costs in Rhode Island

Verified cost ranges across cities in Rhode Island

Verified by 3 sourcesUpdated April 11, 2026

Events & Entertainment Cost Comparison — Rhode Island

Compare verified cost ranges across cities in Rhode Island

Cost Comparison — Wedding Planner (Full Service)

Rhode Island3 sources

Low

$873

Typical

$2,187

High

$3,500

Providence3 sources

Low

$889

Typical

$2,225

High

$3,562

Warwick3 sources

Low

$889

Typical

$2,225

High

$3,562

Newport3 sources

Low

$889

Typical

$2,225

High

$3,562

Cost Comparison — Day-of Wedding Coordinator

Rhode Island3 sources

Low

$1,018

Typical

$1,544

High

$2,070

Providence3 sources

Low

$1,036

Typical

$1,572

High

$2,107

Warwick3 sources

Low

$1,036

Typical

$1,572

High

$2,107

Newport3 sources

Low

$1,036

Typical

$1,572

High

$2,107

Cost Comparison — Wedding Officiant

Rhode Island2 sources

Low

$100

Typical

$150

High

$200

Providence2 sources

Low

$102

Typical

$153

High

$204

Warwick2 sources

Low

$102

Typical

$153

High

$204

Newport2 sources

Low

$102

Typical

$153

High

$204

Cost Comparison — Wedding Dress Alterations

Rhode Island2 sources

Low

$20

Typical

$125

High

$230

Providence2 sources

Low

$20

Typical

$127

High

$234

Warwick2 sources

Low

$20

Typical

$127

High

$234

Newport2 sources

Low

$20

Typical

$127

High

$234

Cost Comparison — Wedding Cake

Rhode Island3 sources

Low

$273

Typical

$6,319

High

$12,366

Providence3 sources

Low

$278

Typical

$6,431

High

$12,585

Warwick3 sources

Low

$278

Typical

$6,431

High

$12,585

Newport3 sources

Low

$278

Typical

$6,431

High

$12,585

Cost Comparison — Wedding Flowers (Full Package)

Rhode Island2 sources

Low

$425

Typical

$1,638

High

$2,850

Providence2 sources

Low

$433

Typical

$1,666

High

$2,900

Warwick2 sources

Low

$433

Typical

$1,666

High

$2,900

Newport2 sources

Low

$433

Typical

$1,666

High

$2,900

Cost Comparison — Event Centerpieces (Per Table)

Rhode Island2 sources

Low

$452

Typical

$550

High

$648

Providence2 sources

Low

$460

Typical

$560

High

$659

Warwick2 sources

Low

$460

Typical

$560

High

$659

Newport2 sources

Low

$460

Typical

$560

High

$659

Cost Comparison — Balloon Decor (Arch or Installation)

Rhode Island2 sources

Low

$450

Typical

$1,047

High

$1,643

Providence2 sources

Low

$458

Typical

$1,065

High

$1,672

Warwick2 sources

Low

$458

Typical

$1,065

High

$1,672

Newport2 sources

Low

$458

Typical

$1,065

High

$1,672

Cost Comparison — Wedding Photographer

Rhode Island3 sources

Low

$391

Typical

$2,104

High

$3,817

Providence3 sources

Low

$398

Typical

$2,141

High

$3,884

Warwick3 sources

Low

$398

Typical

$2,141

High

$3,884

Newport3 sources

Low

$398

Typical

$2,141

High

$3,884

Cost Comparison — Wedding Videographer

Rhode Island3 sources

Low

$439

Typical

$874

High

$1,308

Providence3 sources

Low

$446

Typical

$889

High

$1,331

Warwick3 sources

Low

$446

Typical

$889

High

$1,331

Newport3 sources

Low

$446

Typical

$889

High

$1,331

Cost Comparison — Photo Booth Rental

Rhode Island2 sources

Low

$204

Typical

$1,132

High

$2,060

Providence2 sources

Low

$207

Typical

$1,152

High

$2,096

Warwick2 sources

Low

$207

Typical

$1,152

High

$2,096

Newport2 sources

Low

$207

Typical

$1,152

High

$2,096

Cost Comparison — Wedding DJ

Rhode Island3 sources

Low

$158

Typical

$5,145

High

$10,132

Providence3 sources

Low

$161

Typical

$5,236

High

$10,311

Warwick3 sources

Low

$161

Typical

$5,236

High

$10,311

Newport3 sources

Low

$161

Typical

$5,236

High

$10,311

Cost Comparison — Event DJ (Party / Corporate)

Rhode Island3 sources

Low

$175

Typical

$1,653

High

$3,132

Providence3 sources

Low

$178

Typical

$1,683

High

$3,187

Warwick3 sources

Low

$178

Typical

$1,683

High

$3,187

Newport3 sources

Low

$178

Typical

$1,683

High

$3,187

Cost Comparison — Live Band (Wedding)

Rhode Island3 sources

Low

$610

Typical

$1,298

High

$1,986

Providence3 sources

Low

$621

Typical

$1,321

High

$2,021

Warwick3 sources

Low

$621

Typical

$1,321

High

$2,021

Newport3 sources

Low

$621

Typical

$1,321

High

$2,021

Cost Comparison — Live Band (Corporate / Party)

Rhode Island2 sources

Low

$341

Typical

$1,373

High

$2,405

Providence2 sources

Low

$347

Typical

$1,397

High

$2,447

Warwick2 sources

Low

$347

Typical

$1,397

High

$2,447

Newport2 sources

Low

$347

Typical

$1,397

High

$2,447

Cost Comparison — Wedding Catering (Per Person)

Rhode Island3 sources

Low

$20

Typical

$317

High

$613

Providence3 sources

Low

$21

Typical

$322

High

$624

Warwick3 sources

Low

$21

Typical

$322

High

$624

Newport3 sources

Low

$21

Typical

$322

High

$624

Cost Comparison — Event Catering (Per Person)

Rhode Island3 sources

Low

$379

Typical

$670

High

$960

Providence3 sources

Low

$386

Typical

$682

High

$977

Warwick3 sources

Low

$386

Typical

$682

High

$977

Newport3 sources

Low

$386

Typical

$682

High

$977

Cost Comparison — Bounce House Rental

Rhode Island2 sources

Low

$60

Typical

$115

High

$170

Providence2 sources

Low

$61

Typical

$117

High

$173

Warwick2 sources

Low

$61

Typical

$117

High

$173

Newport2 sources

Low

$61

Typical

$117

High

$173

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All Events & Entertainment Services

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Wedding Planner (Full Service)

Full-service wedding planner fee covering vendor sourcing, contract negotiation, budget management, timeline creation, and on-site coordination for the entire wedding process.

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Day-of Wedding Coordinator

Day-of or month-of wedding coordinator managing the wedding day timeline, vendor arrivals, ceremony cues, and reception flow so the couple can enjoy their event stress-free.

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Wedding Officiant

Professional ordained wedding officiant fee for presiding over the ceremony, customizing vows, and filing the marriage license. Civil or religious ceremony options available.

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Wedding Dress Alterations

Bridal alterations by a seamstress or tailor to size and fit a wedding gown, including hem, bustle, taking in or letting out seams, and adding straps or undergarments.

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Wedding Cake

Custom multi-tier wedding cake designed and baked by a professional baker, including flavor selection, fondant or buttercream finish, and custom decorations. Priced per serving.

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Wedding Photographer

Full-day wedding photography package including coverage from getting ready through reception, edited digital gallery delivery, and often an engagement session.

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Wedding Videographer

Full-day wedding videography package covering the ceremony and reception with a highlight reel and full ceremony edit delivered as a digital video file.

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Photo Booth Rental

Photo booth rental for a 4-hour event including the booth, attendant, unlimited prints, digital sharing, and a custom prop set for guest entertainment.

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Wedding DJ

Professional DJ service for a wedding reception including ceremony music, cocktail hour, reception dance set, MC services, and professional sound equipment.

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Event DJ (Party / Corporate)

Professional DJ for a corporate event, birthday party, or private gathering providing music programming, MC services, and sound system setup for 4–6 hours.

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Live Band (Wedding)

Live wedding band covering ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception with a repertoire of pop, rock, Motown, and classic hits. Pricing for a 4–5 piece band.

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Live Band (Corporate / Party)

Live band booking for a corporate event or private party, typically 2–4 hours of performance with full sound setup and a set list tailored to the event style.

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Wedding Catering (Per Person)

Per-guest wedding catering cost for a plated dinner, buffet, or family-style meal including food, service staff, linens, and basic rental equipment from a professional caterer.

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Event Catering (Per Person)

Per-person catering cost for corporate events, birthday parties, or private gatherings including food preparation, service staff, and setup by a licensed catering company.

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Wedding Flowers (Full Package)

Full wedding floral package from a licensed florist including bridal bouquet, bridesmaids' bouquets, boutonnieres, centerpieces, ceremony arch, and decorative arrangements.

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Event Centerpieces (Per Table)

Per-table floral or non-floral centerpiece design for events and weddings, including flowers, greenery, candles, or decorative elements arranged by a professional event designer.

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Balloon Decor (Arch or Installation)

Custom balloon arch, column, garland, or installation for a birthday party, baby shower, corporate event, or wedding designed and installed by a balloon artist.

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Bounce House Rental

Inflatable bounce house or bounce castle rental for a children's party or outdoor event. Includes delivery, setup, and pickup with safety mat and blower.

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