Not mandatory but certainly appreciated. A normal tip would be $50 to $200.
Do I tip the Photo Booth Operator?
Typically, it is not mandatory to tip the photo booth operator. If the attendant performed exceptionally well then it would be a great way to show your gratitude. But if you do choose to tip, how do you determine the amount?
First just know there are no rules to determine the tipping of the Photo Booth Attendant. The Photo Booth Company usually charges a set fee for the hours of use and any additional add-on services.
Does the attendant own the business or are they just an employee? Consider tipping the attendant if they are an employee for the company.
Certainly not required but if tipping you can expect to tip anywhere from $50-$200 dollars.
How to Tip? At the end of the reception or provide afterward in your thank you card. Cash is usually preferred.
While we are on the subject of tipping let’s explore other vendor tipping practices. Some of the vendors you have at the wedding have their tips calculated directly into the total bill.
Make sure you check this when planning your event. Below you will find other vendor typed and the best tipping practices.
How much should I tip my Wedding Planner?
This is someone that has your big day planned. Who do you go to when you have an anxious moment?
Anwer: The Wedding Planner.
Wedding Planners do not expect to be tipped and sometimes the tip is included in the contract. But what if your Wedding Planner does an exceptional Job? You have two options, A tip or a non-monetary Thank you gift.
Most couples do tip the Wedding Planner from 10 to 20 percent. Another helpful gesture would be to provide professional photographs from your wedding that could be placed in your Planners portfolio.
How to Tip? At the end of the reception or provide afterward in your thank you card. Cash is usually preferred.
How much do I tip the Wedding Officiant?
Tipping your Wedding Officiant is often customary. Sometimes they are affiliated with a specific church or other organization. If so then you are often expected to make a donation to them.
If you are getting married in the space provided by the institution then you will be charged a fee for using the facility. At this time it wouldn’t be necessary to provide a huge donation as they have already charged you for their service.
Tipping the Officiant is appreciated and it seems that $50 to $100 is customary. If they spent extra time providing premarital counseling then you may feel compelled to compensate them for that also.
How to tip? Usually prior to the ceremony and cash in an envelope. At the rehearsal dinner is a good time.
How much do I tip the Photographer? How much should I tip the Videographer?
You are not expected to tip your Photographer or Videographer. Normally they charge an agreed upon fee for their services. Another thing to consider is if they own their own studio or are simply working for a company. This will determine if they are being payed by the studio as an employee. Often times it would be recommended to tip the employee as they are not making the amount the studio is making. If you feel the Photographer or Videographer went above and beyond then tip them. $50-$200 dollars per vendor is a good standard.
How to Tip? At the end of the reception or provide afterward in your thank you card. Cash is usually preferred.
How much do I tip the DJ? How much do I tip the band?
Believe it or not some DJ’s have the tip factored into their pricing. Make sure to check for this before tipping. It is fair to tip them because they play a huge role in the way your wedding flows. The DJ is with you and your guests through the ceremony and into the reception. If you are happy with the service your DJ provides then a good tipping amount is anywhere from $50 to $200 dollars. If you choose to tip more then do so based on how many technicians they brought with them and the quality of their service.
If you have a live band they will be playing throughout your reception and possibly before the ceremony. It is optional to tip the band but is preferred. A good rule of thumb would be $20 to $35 per band member.
How to Tip? At the end of the reception or provide afterward in your thank you card. Cash is usually preferred.
How much do I tip my Wedding Bartender? How much do I tip my Wedding Waitstaff?
Tipping the Bartenders and Waitstaff is often dictated by the contract with their company. If they add a fee onto the contract that factors in the tips then you are okay not tipping. If you feel the service was exceptional then 10% to 20% is an appropriate tip.
How to Tip? At the end of the reception. Cash is usually preferred.
How much do I tip my Coat and Restroom Attendants?
If you have Coatroom and Restroom Attendants you would tip around $1 dollar per guest. This is the standard tipping amount and the guests will sometimes be tipping at the time of service as well.
How to Tip? At the end of the reception. Cash is usually preferred.
How much should I tip the Wedding Transportation?
Tips are usually in the rental fee and calculated by the amount of scheduled guests attending. If you have valets at the venue a tip of $1-$5 dollars is average. If you do pay the vendors then 15% to 20% is appropriate.
How to Tip? At the end of the reception. Cash is usually preferred.
Do I tip the Wedding Setup Staff?
The wedding setup staff have a large job ahead of them. They normally bring all the wedding items into your venue and then have to figure out the best efficient way to set them up. Its not expected but an appropriate amount to tip the staff would be $5 to $20 per person. If you hire a company that is contracted to deliver these items then this is sometimes covered in the contract.
How to Tip? At the end of the reception. Cash is usually preferred.
Should I tip my Wedding Rental Company?
You are not expected to provide a tip for a rental Company. Typically they will deliver, tents, chairs, tables linens and other party supplies. This will be covered in their rental contract. Make sure you arrange the delivery, pickup and cleaning fee prior to the event. It is not expected but an appropriate amount to tip the staff would be $5 to $20 per person.
How to Tip? At the end of the reception. Cash is usually preferred.
Should I tip my Wedding Florist? Should I tip my Wedding Cake maker?
It is not expected to tip your Florist or Cake maker but both items are very important to your wedding. Its appropriate to tip a flat rate, because remember you are paying for their contracted service also. Make sure to check on their delivery and setup fees and if they have the tip factored in on their invoice. When tipping them a fair amount would be $10 to $20 dollars per delivery person for your cake and $5 to $10 dollars for the florist.
How to Tip? When they are done setting up or delivering the items. Cash is usually preferred.
Should I tip the Wedding Hairstylist and Makeup Artist?
Your hairstylist and Makeup artist are normally tipped. A good rule of thumb is around 15% up to 25% of their fee. This is also the same amount that you normally would tip if going to a regular salon. Consider tipping more or a flat rate of $50 if the service is exceptional. If one of the bridesmaids happen to have a hair mishap or you need special attention in an area then make sure to show your gratitude.
How to Tip? At the end of your session. Cash is usually preferred.
Who Should handle my Wedding Tips?
The best man should handle the tips. You can instruct him to present the tips to the head person of the service.
Good practice is always make sure to offer a meal to the vendors who stay the duration of the wedding. The vendors should also have access to drinks and make sure to discuss this with the caterer prior to the event.
if you follow these guides then you should have a smoother wedding. Remember this is not a text book manual to wedding tipping. Use common sense and if you enjoyed the services provided then give a tip. If you absolutely had a nightmare of a vendor then tipping will be on the low end of your priorities.
I hope you have a great wedding! Stay Safe! Be Happy! Take care!
