A destination wedding in Antigua in the under-$10,000 tier is built for bigger groups, fuller productions, and the kind of wedding-week scope that lets you bring 50 or more guests without the wedding-package math running away. Antigua’s all-inclusive resort scene scales well at this tier, with private dinner receptions, DJ entertainment, and the polish that turns a destination wedding into a multi-day celebration.
This guide walks through every Antigua wedding package available for under $10,000 right now, with full inclusions, guest counts, and resort details so you can compare side by side. Our Certified Destination Wedding Specialists can help you compare and book.
Antigua Wedding Packages Under $10,000 at a Glance
| Resort | Package | Price | Guests |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sandals Grande Antigua | Epic Wedding | $7,600 | 51+ |
| Royalton Antigua | Refined Wedding | $4,599 | Up to 30 |
| Royalton CHIC Antigua | Refined Wedding | $4,599 | Up to 30 |
Why an Antigua Wedding Works Under $10,000
The under-$10,000 tier on Antigua is where larger wedding parties find their fit. Sandals Grande Antigua’s Epic Wedding package, the anchor of this tier, is built specifically for groups of 51 or more, with a two-hour DJ-led reception, three-tier cake, pre-wedding celebration dinner, and the kind of production polish that fits a full destination-wedding weekend. For couples wanting Antigua’s setting without crossing into luxury-tier pricing, this is the answer.
The Royalton properties’ Refined Wedding sits at $4,599 in the same under-$10,000 bucket, capping at 30 guests, for couples who want a smaller celebration with room in the budget for upgrades like photography, premium bar, or floral enhancements. If your group is between 30 and 50, Sandals’ Bliss tier (a step down at $2,500 for 11-20) and Epic (51+) are the bookends, and your Certified Destination Wedding Specialist will help you figure out the right scope.
The Top Antigua Wedding Packages Under $10,000
Sandals Grande Antigua: Epic Wedding Package
5-star • Couples-only • Dickenson Bay beachfront and overwater chapel
PRICE: $7,600 • GUESTS: 51+
The Epic package is Sandals Grande Antigua’s full-scope production tier, built for weddings of 51 guests or more. It adds a two-hour pre-wedding celebration dinner, a two-hour DJ-led private reception with a plated or buffet menu, a three-tier cake, premium-bar service throughout, and upgraded photography and videography credits. Best for couples bringing a real crowd and wanting a multi-day wedding-week experience on Dickenson Bay’s two-mile beachfront.
What’s included:
- Wedding planning team plus onsite coordination, setup, and breakdown
- Gift registry service and wedding website templates
- Preparation of documents for marriage license
- Room-block perks: 6th room free with 5 paid double rooms (Sept–Dec) or 12th room free with 11 paid (Jan–Aug)
- One-hour private welcome cocktail with heavy hors d’oeuvres and premium bar
- Two-hour private pre-wedding celebration dinner
- Wedding-day in-room treats (frozen fruit kabobs and sparkling wine) for the couple
- $500 credit toward the Royal Romance photography package
- $500 credit toward the Ultimate videography package
- 15% off Red Lane Spa services for the entire group
- Picturesque ceremony location with pre-recorded music, speaker, and microphone
- Rose bouquets and boutonnieres for the couple plus up to 2 members of the wedding party
- White-cushioned Chiavari chairs
- Private one-hour cocktail reception with passed hors d’oeuvres, premium bar, sparkling wine toast, and signature cocktail
- Two-hour private dinner reception with plated or buffet menu, premium bar, and non-alcoholic beverages
- Sweetheart table with white linen and Chiavari chairs
- Three-tier white fondant wedding cake with rose topper
- Two-hour DJ entertainment
- Honeymoon Package (sparkling-wine dinner, in-room treats, turn-down service, breakfast in bed, $100 candlelight dinner / scuba / SNUBA / cabana credit)
- One free anniversary night on a future stay (with 7 paid nights in Club or Butler category)
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Royalton Antigua: Refined Wedding
5-star • Family-friendly all-inclusive • Beachfront, garden, and Sky Terrace venues
PRICE: $4,599 • GUESTS: Up to 30
Royalton Antigua’s Refined Wedding sits below the $5,000 mark but still falls within the under-$10,000 tier, making it the right pick for couples bringing a smaller group (under 30) and wanting budget headroom for photography, premium bar, or floral upgrades. The Deep Bay location anchors the resort’s family-friendly all-inclusive wedding-week atmosphere, with three private hours of reception time and a 2-tier cake included in the package.
What’s included:
- Personal wedding consultant and onsite coordinator
- VIP welcome, late checkout, and room upgrade for the couple (subject to availability)
- “Getting Ready” refreshments and breakfast in bed the morning after the wedding
- 10% spa discount for the wedding group
- Ceremony location with chairs, sound system, and ceremony table with tropical centerpiece
- Symbolic ceremony
- Tropical bouquets and boutonnieres for the couple, bridesmaid, and groomsman
- Sparkling wine toast
- One-hour cocktail reception with 3 appetizers, 3 cocktail tables, standard open bar, and sound system
- Three-hour private reception with buffet or family-style menu and standard open bar
- Round tables with white linens
- 2-tier wedding cake on a linen-dressed cake table
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Royalton CHIC Antigua: Refined Wedding
5-star • Adults-only modern design • Multiple beachfront and garden venues
PRICE: $4,599 • GUESTS: Up to 30
Royalton CHIC Antigua’s Refined Wedding mirrors Royalton Antigua’s inclusions in a guests-18-and-over adults-only setting. Best for couples wanting a refined, partner-focused wedding-week atmosphere without children on property, with the same Deep Bay location and budget headroom for upgrades within the under-$10,000 tier.
What’s included:
- Personal wedding consultant and onsite coordinator
- VIP welcome, late checkout, and room upgrade for the couple (subject to availability)
- “Getting Ready” refreshments and breakfast in bed the morning after the wedding
- 10% spa discount for the wedding group
- Ceremony location with chairs, sound system, and ceremony table with tropical centerpiece
- Symbolic ceremony
- Couple’s bouquet and boutonniere plus wedding party bouquet and boutonniere
- Sparkling wine toast
- One-hour cocktail reception with 3 appetizers, 3 cocktail tables, standard open bar, and sound system
- Three-hour private reception with buffet or plated menu and standard open bar
- Round tables with white linens
- 2-tier wedding cake on a linen-dressed cake table
Learn more about Royalton CHIC Antigua and get a free quote today >>
What’s Normally Included in an Antigua Wedding Package Under $10,000
The under-$10,000 tier delivers a full multi-event wedding-week production. Standard inclusions across the three packages above:
- Ceremony setup: beachfront, garden, terrace, or overwater venue with chairs, sound system, and decorated table
- Personal wedding consultant and full onsite coordination: handles vendor coordination, timing, setup, breakdown
- Upgraded florals: bouquets and boutonnieres for the couple and the wedding party
- Private cocktail hour: one hour of open bar (premium at Sandals) with hors d’oeuvres
- Private reception: two to three hours with buffet, family-style, or plated menu and open bar
- Multi-tier wedding cake: 2-tier at Royalton, 3-tier at Sandals Epic
- DJ or musical entertainment: included in Sandals’ Epic package (2 hours); not in Royalton’s Refined
- Photography/videography credits: $500 each at Sandals Epic; not included at Royalton Refined
- Couple’s perks: room upgrade, late checkout, spa discount, breakfast in bed
What’s Usually Not Included in This Tier
Even at the under-$10,000 tier, a few items typically sit outside the wedding package:
- Legal wedding fees: the Antigua Special License (around $150 plus registrar fees) is payable on arrival
- Full photography or videography: credits help offset, but typically don’t cover a complete professional package
- Extended reception time: receptions cap at 2 to 3 hours; extensions are typically priced per hour
- Premium decor and lighting: floor draping, uplighting, and full event design typically sit in the luxury tier ($15,000+)
- Larger guest counts above package caps: Royalton’s Refined caps at 30; additional guests incur a per-person fee
- Accommodations and airfare: priced separately from the wedding package
From Our Certified Destination Wedding Specialists
The under-$10,000 Antigua wedding tier breaks cleanly across two use cases: bigger groups (51+) at Sandals Grande Antigua’s Epic package, or smaller groups (up to 30) at the Royalton properties with budget headroom for upgrades. The Sandals Epic package is one of the best values in the Caribbean for a 50-to-80-guest destination wedding because it bundles the DJ entertainment, photography credit, and pre-wedding dinner into the core price.
If your group is between 31 and 50, that’s the gap where the Sandals tiers don’t quite match up cleanly. Our Certified Destination Wedding Specialists often recommend the Bliss package with per-guest upgrades, or layering a Royalton Refined with additional per-person reception fees, depending on which adds the most value for your specific guest list.
Tips for Booking an Antigua Wedding Package Under $10,000
- Match your guest count to the package design: Sandals Epic is built for 51+; Royalton Refined is built for up to 30. The cap-fit is the biggest value lever at this tier.
- Plan for the dry season: December through April delivers Antigua’s best weather, lowest hurricane risk, and the most stable outdoor ceremony conditions.
- Lock in the room block early: Sandals’ Epic and the Royalton packages both unlock room-block perks (free rooms or complimentary upgrades) that scale with the number of nights booked.
- Use the budget headroom strategically: at the Royalton properties, the under-$10,000 ceiling leaves room for a professional photographer, premium bar, or floor draping. Decide where the upgrade money should go before signing.
- Work with a Specialist: a Certified Destination Wedding Specialist matches your guest count, vision, and budget to the right Antigua resort. The service is free for the couple.
Antigua Wedding Package FAQs
What’s the best Antigua wedding package for a large group?
Sandals Grande Antigua’s Epic Wedding package at $7,600 is built for groups of 51 or more. It includes a two-hour DJ-led private reception, a pre-wedding celebration dinner, premium bar service, a three-tier cake, and photography and videography credits. For groups of this size, it consistently delivers more value than scaling up a smaller package with per-person fees.
How does the under $10,000 tier compare to a luxury Antigua wedding?
The under-$10,000 tier delivers the core ceremony-and-reception production with private dinner, open bar, multi-tier cake, and onsite coordination. Luxury-tier weddings in Antigua ($15,000+) typically layer in floor draping, full event lighting design, premium florals throughout the venue, custom menus, extended receptions, and complete professional photography or videography packages.
Can we add a DJ or photography to a Royalton Refined package?
Yes. DJ entertainment, professional photography, videography, and floral upgrades are all available as add-ons to Royalton’s Refined Wedding. The under-$10,000 budget leaves headroom for those additions; budget roughly $500 to $1,500 for DJ services and $1,500 to $3,000 for professional photography.
What’s the legal-wedding process in Antigua?
Antigua’s legal-wedding process is one of the simplest in the Caribbean. There’s no minimum residency, and a Special License can be obtained immediately on arrival. The license fee is roughly $150 plus registrar fees. No apostille, no translation, no blood test required. Under-$10,000 packages default to symbolic ceremonies; a legal civil add-on typically runs $300 to $500.
Can same-sex couples legally marry in Antigua?
Yes. Same-sex civil marriage has been legal in Antigua since 2022, and all three resorts above welcome and host same-sex weddings on equal terms.
Start Planning Your Antigua Wedding Today
The under-$10,000 Antigua tier is built for couples bringing real crowds, layering full ceremony-and-reception production with the kind of multi-event wedding-week scope that turns a destination wedding into a proper celebration. Sandals Grande Antigua’s Epic package leads the tier; Royalton’s Refined packages offer the smaller-group alternative with budget headroom built in.
Fill out our online wedding planning form, and we’ll match you with a Certified Destination Wedding Specialist who knows the Antigua resort landscape inside and out. The service is free for the couple, and the heavy lifting is on us.
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Maggie started as the SEO Manager at DestinationWeddings.com in 2024, where she works to drive organic traffic and conversions while creating meaningful, SEO-optimized content for the website. Previously, Maggie's career spanned from Human Resources & Recruitment to teaching at international schools for almost 10 years. Maggie spends her free time traveling, learning new languages, reading non-fiction books, working out, going to the beach and spending time cuddling her dog, Lola!
