Castle Ceremony

[kirasaurus]

I am working with a Disney rep so I already have those details. Younare correct, it is at 8 am. In fact I have to be ready for pics at 4 am! You are about double over on the price. It's about 10,500 for the site including a string corttet, seating, and transportation for all guests to and from the main gate. And it's fine if you stalk me, that's what these boards are for, right?

well, don't i feel sheepish.
looking forward to keeping up with your plans!

 

[connorlevismom]

I am working with a Disney rep so I already have those details. Younare correct, it is at 8 am. In fact I have to be ready for pics at 4 am! You are about double over on the price. It's about 10,500 for the site including a string corttet, seating, and transportation for all guests to and from the main gate. And it's fine if you stalk me, that's what these boards are for, right?

Are you sure about that? I am looking at my Guildlines For Ceremonies and Special Venues that I just got from DFTW, and it says that a Magic Kingdom ceremony has a site fee of $28,000 exclusive of tax. How are you getting ALL of that for $10,500?

 

[Lulu83]

This is the only Castle ceremony that I have ever seen whilst treading all the boards

http://www.disneyweddingblog.com/2008/10/disney-bride-sarah.html

This would have to be one of the most amazing weddings I have ever seen... Wow!!

 

[librarygeek]

Very exciting! I will also be looking forward to a PJ, it is sure to be very popular! To answer your question about them, there aren't too many rules about making one and you can do it however you like, but if you check out a few you will get a general feel for what to include. Generally they start with an introduction, info on the engagement and how the couple met, and then basic info about wedding plans. From there it's basically update as you get things done or have ideas! Good luck!

 

[mebbradley]

Are you sure about that? I am looking at my Guildlines For Ceremonies and Special Venues that I just got from DFTW, and it says that a Magic Kingdom ceremony has a site fee of $28,000 exclusive of tax. How are you getting ALL of that for $10,500?

That's what I thought too.... But I'll be interested to see

 

[princesswendy720]

Are you sure about that? I am looking at my Guildlines For Ceremonies and Special Venues that I just got from DFTW, and it says that a Magic Kingdom ceremony has a site fee of $28,000 exclusive of tax. How are you getting ALL of that for $10,500?

There is a stripped down package for the lower price. I got a document on the castle weddings from my consultant last year. You are also required to add a reception on.

 

[Ember]

Are you sure about that? I am looking at my Guildlines For Ceremonies and Special Venues that I just got from DFTW, and it says that a Magic Kingdom ceremony has a site fee of $28,000 exclusive of tax. How are you getting ALL of that for $10,500?

I have to agree... Looking back at my BEO from 5 years ago the string quartette alone was $2,400 and transportation was around $500. When you consider the site fees for the wedding pavilion I just can't understand why we aren't seeing more brides having castle weddings if you can do it for $10,500!

OP, I can't wait to hear more, you may start a trend!

 

[sambycat]

About 2 months before our wedding there was a "special" posted or emailed from somewhere that the castle wedding site could've had for~12G, so I guess that's still on.

Like donkey kong.

 

[dreamsdidcometrue]

Are you sure about that? I am looking at my Guildlines For Ceremonies and Special Venues that I just got from DFTW, and it says that a Magic Kingdom ceremony has a site fee of $28,000 exclusive of tax. How are you getting ALL of that for $10,500?

I'm not sure what you got but I have a document with that price and a confirmation email from my rep that restates the same. I did round, I think the exact was like 10,650 or something. Now, I do still have to add photography and the reception but that is the quote I received. I am having a pretty small wedding probably around 25 but definitely no more than 30. If you want to PM me we can talk more. Some of the documents can be confusing with all the rules they have so that's why I have asked some questions by email to make sure I understand.

 

[dreamsdidcometrue]

I have to agree... Looking back at my BEO from 5 years ago the string quartette alone was $2,400 and transportation was around $500. When you consider the site fees for the wedding pavilion I just can't understand why we aren't seeing more brides having castle weddings if you can do it for $10,500!

OP, I can't wait to hear more, you may start a trend!

I wasn't saying my whole wedding/budget was $10,500 . That is just the site fee with the other couple of little things I put down in that post. I will definitely be spending more. I will probably spend around 20-25K with Disney, plus my other stuff such as dress, plane tickets, ect. I won't have a lot of flowers as I have severe allergies and don't want to be sick the day of the wedding. You can't have Cindy's coach in the MK so that's out too. Since we are getting married so early in the morning, that means a breakfast reception, which is just by nature less expensive. We are looking at the Contemporary because it matches my style and there is a view of the castle. There is no site fee for it, just a food/beverage minimum.

Hope that clears things up!

 

[dreamsdidcometrue]

About 2 months before our wedding there was a "special" posted or emailed from somewhere that the castle wedding site could've had for~12G, so I guess that's still on.

Like donkey kong.

And yes, you do still have to meet the 12,000 minimum for a morning/breakfast ceremony/reception. But since my site fee will almost cover that I have no worries about meeting the minimum.

 

[dreamsdidcometrue]

well, don't i feel sheepish.
looking forward to keeping up with your plans!

I am not really the shy type I am a really strait forward person and I am not really sharing any information that not every Disney bride is able to get through their rep.

Opps! I thought you were saying I wasn't sheepish! lol! I guess I should read slower But don't feel bad, I had no idea the cost until I got the quote from the rep. In fact I felt pretty stupid because I thought it would be less! Now that I am seeing these blogs I get it. I only just got on this site withing the last 5 days or so, after I already had all the info. I can't believe all the rules and costs that accompany a DW!

 

[dreamsdidcometrue]

You and me both Tabz. Stephen actually bought some tickets today

You can't win if you don't play, right? Good luck!

 

[LittleMissMagic]

Sounds like an amazing wedding! I can't wait to follow your PJ!

I have to agree... Looking back at my BEO from 5 years ago the string quartette alone was $2,400 and transportation was around $500. When you consider the site fees for the wedding pavilion I just can't understand why we aren't seeing more brides having castle weddings if you can do it for $10,500!

OP, I can't wait to hear more, you may start a trend!

I think they made the change last year reducing the site fee to $10,500. I remember there was a bride on the boards considering changing hers to a Swan Boat Landing wedding since the site rental fee decreased significantly. However, I think a lot of brides that have a big budget wedding still choose not to do a castle wedding because of the super early time and restrictions on photography and decor.

Also, isn't it a 50 guest maximum?

 

[PinkSleepingBeauty]

I thought when it got posted on here a while ago it was $10K for the MK site fee and then you had to meet another $10K food and bev min? Or have they changed it now?

 

[princesswendy720]

For those of you who are interested, here is the information on 2011 castle weddings from my consultant. Passporters posted about the price decrease last year and there was a lot of discussion here on the board at the time (I'm trying to locate the thread....):

Magic Kingdom® Park Wedding Ceremony
Starting at $10,000+
Once upon a time... is truly now with your once-in-a-lifetime Magic Kingdom® Park wedding ceremony. Begin your fairy tale in proper style with Cinderella Castle as your backdrop and the early morning sun illuminating your wedding party on Swan Boat Landing at the end of Main Street, USA. This event is the ultimate magical celebration in a place... where dreams really do come true!

Your Magic Kingdom® Park Wedding Ceremony Venue includes the following storybook elements:

 Swan Boat Landing Ceremony beginning at 8am for up to 50 guests (please contact your Wedding Consultant for available dates and more details)
 Event Guides who will greet and escort your guests to waiting motorized cars, for their trip down Main Street, U.S.A.
 A string trio to play your musical selections
 Seating for up to 50 guests at Swan Boat Landing
 Audio Sound System with microphone for your ceremony.

In addition to the above wedding ceremony, a wedding reception is required. The bellow Food & Beverage minimums and guidelines must be met for a Wishes Wedding Reception.


Breakfast/Brunch Receptions
Lunch Receptions
Dinner
Receptions
Food & Beverage Minimum
$75.00++ per person
$100.00++ per person
$125.00++ per person
Minimum food and beverage expenditure is comprised of food and beverage costs planned on the event day, which may include pre-reception, reception, dessert parties, wedding cake and all alcoholic/non-alcoholic beverages.

+Denotes 6.5% Sales Tax
++Denotes 21% service charge & tax (applicable to all Food & Beverage)
** Disney charter bus transportation will be required for use of this venue.
** All talent performing within The Magic Kingdom® Park must be secured by Walt Disney Entertainment through your Wedding Planner. All additional floral, décor, photography and videography must be secured by Walt Disney World through your Wedding Planner.
**The capacity for this venue is 50 guests.
** Back up location for this venue is a Walt Disney World Resort Ballroom

A Deposit of Ten Thousand Dollars ($10,000.00) is required to secure this ceremony.

The price of the Magic Kingdom® Park Wedding Ceremony with applicable taxes is $10,650.00

 

[dreamsdidcometrue]

Sounds like an amazing wedding! I can't wait to follow your PJ!



I think they made the change last year reducing the site fee to $10,500. I remember there was a bride on the boards considering changing hers to a Swan Boat Landing wedding since the site rental fee decreased significantly. However, I think a lot of brides that have a big budget wedding still choose not to do a castle wedding because of the super early time and restrictions on photography and decor.

Also, isn't it a 50 guest maximum?

Did you mean minimum? I am having 25-30 guests. Yes, there is a minimum, you have to have a minimum of 25 guests.

I just looked and I think you are correct, you can only have up to 50 guests. I didn't pay much attention to this since I am not having a big wedding anyway.

 

[dreamsdidcometrue]

I thought when it got posted on here a while ago it was $10K for the MK site fee and then you had to meet another $10K food and bev min? Or have they changed it now?

It must have changed. if you have a morning reception you must meet the 12K minimum. I will end up spending more with photography, reception, ect.

 

[dreamsdidcometrue]

Very exciting! I will also be looking forward to a PJ, it is sure to be very popular! To answer your question about them, there aren't too many rules about making one and you can do it however you like, but if you check out a few you will get a general feel for what to include. Generally they start with an introduction, info on the engagement and how the couple met, and then basic info about wedding plans. From there it's basically update as you get things done or have ideas! Good luck!

Thanks for the info! Yeah, that's what I did, read some others and then started mine. Anxiously awaiting my date

 

[LittleMissMagic]

Did you mean minimum? I am having 25-30 guests. Yes, there is a minimum, you have to have a minimum of 25 guests.

I just looked and I think you are correct, you can only have up to 50 guests. I didn't pay much attention to this since I am not having a big wedding anyway.

Ah, see I didn't know there was a minimum!