PUBLISHER: Grand View Research | PRODUCT CODE: 1842249
PUBLISHER: Grand View Research | PRODUCT CODE: 1842249
India Destination Wedding Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report By Type (Beach & Island, Royal & Heritage, Hill Station & Mountain), By Service (Event Planning, Catering & Venue), By Expenditure, And Segment Forecasts, 2025 - 2033
India Destination Wedding Market Trends:
The India destination wedding market size was estimated at USD 16.25 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 55.39 billion by 2033, growing at a CAGR of 14.8% from 2025 to 2033. The demand for destination weddings in India has seen an impressive uptrend in recent years, shaped by a blend of rising consumer affluence, aspirational lifestyles, and evolving expectations around marriage ceremonies. Increasingly, Indian couples are moving away from traditional hometown weddings in favour of immersive, curated experiences at picturesque locations.
From a policy standpoint, destination weddings have attracted strategic attention at both national and state levels. The Ministry of Tourism launched the "Wed in India" campaign in 2023 to promote the country as a global wedding destination. This initiative emphasises regional diversity by showcasing 25 handpicked venues across beaches, mountains, heritage towns, and cultural heartlands. Designed to attract both domestic and international clientele, the campaign leverages influencer marketing, digital media, and destination-focused storytelling.
A more recent policy push emerged from the Prime Minister's appeal to Indians to choose India over overseas locations for their weddings, reflecting both an economic and cultural imperative. These moves align with the country's broader tourism mission, aiming to formalise the wedding industry as a significant contributor to the national economy while simultaneously preserving and promoting local heritage and hospitality ecosystems.
Furthermore, state-level developments are reinforcing the national strategy. The Delhi government, for instance, has announced a comprehensive plan to position the capital as a global hub for destination weddings. The proposal involves opening up 70 to 80 heritage sites, including Ghalib Haveli and Mutiny Memorial, for private events. The initiative also includes a digital single-window clearance system to streamline permissions, alongside infrastructural upgrades covering safety, sanitation, lighting, and accessibility. This holistic approach not only unlocks new revenue streams through heritage tourism but also supports local artisans, event planners, and service providers by integrating them into the formal wedding economy. The state aims to attract high-spending domestic weddings as well as international NRI clients by offering venues that combine cultural gravitas with logistical convenience.
The hospitality industry has responded proactively to these trends by introducing wedding-centric services tailored specifically for destination events. Luxury hotel chains such as Taj, Oberoi, ITC, and Marriott have launched integrated destination wedding packages that cover accommodation, venue styling, cuisine, local rituals, entertainment, and guest management. Resorts located in heritage-rich areas such as Udaipur, Jaipur, and Khajuraho, as well as scenic coastal and mountain regions in Kerala, Goa, and Uttarakhand, are being repositioned as wedding-ready properties. These hotels are increasingly collaborating with regional florists, traditional artisans, and local performers to deliver culturally resonant and visually arresting wedding experiences. Services often extend beyond the wedding day itself; spa treatments, curated bridal menus, and locally inspired welcome kits are becoming standard components of premium packages. The goal is to transform weddings into holistic guest experiences that reflect both luxury and local flavour.
The rise in destination weddings in India can be attributed to a convergence of lifestyle shifts, strategic marketing, policy backing, and robust private sector innovation. As government campaigns like "Wed in India" scale further, and states implement enabling infrastructure and regulations, the country is poised to retain domestic wedding spending and attract cross-border wedding tourism. Together, consumer demand, policy direction, and private sector adaptability are laying the foundation for India's emergence as a global leader in the destination wedding economy.
India Destination Wedding Market Report Segmentation
This report forecasts revenue growth at country levels and provides an analysis on the latest trends and opportunities in each of the sub-segments from 2021 to 2033. For the purpose of this study, Grand View Research has segmented the India destination wedding market report on the basis of type, service type and expenditure:
- Type Outlook (Revenue, USD Billion, 2021 - 2033)
- Beach & Island
- Royal & Heritage
- Luxury Resort
- Hill Station & Mountain
- Others
- Service Type Outlook (Revenue, USD Billion, 2021 - 2033)
- Event Planning
- Makeup Services
- Catering & Venue
- Photography & Videography
- Decoration Services
- Logistics
- Invitations & Gifting
- Music & DJ
- Expenditure Outlook (Revenue, USD Billion, 2021 - 2033)
- Under USD 18,000
- USD 18,000 - USD 30,000
- USD 30,000 - USD 60,000
- USD 60,000 - USD 120,000
- Above USD 120,000
Table of Contents
Chapter 1. Methodology and Scope
- 1.1. Market Segmentation & Scope
- 1.2. Market Definition
- 1.3. Information Procurement
- 1.3.1. Purchased Database
- 1.3.2. GVR's Internal Database
- 1.3.3. Secondary Sources & Third-Party Perspectives
- 1.3.4. Primary Research
- 1.4. Information Analysis
- 1.4.1. Data Analysis Models
- 1.5. Market Formulation & Data Visualization
- 1.6. Data Validation & Publishing
Chapter 2. Executive Summary
- 2.1. Market Snapshot
- 2.2. Type Outlook
- 2.3. Service Type Outlook
- 2.4. Expenditure Outlook
- 2.5. Competitive Landscape Snapshot
Chapter 3. India Destination Wedding Market Variables, Trends & Scope
- 3.1. Market Lineage Outlook
- 3.1.1. Related Market Outlook
- 3.2. Penetration and Growth Prospect Mapping
- 3.3. Industry Value Chain Analysis
- 3.3.1. Booking Channel Trends
- 3.4. Market Dynamics
- 3.4.1. Market Driver Analysis
- 3.4.2. Market Restraint Analysis
- 3.4.3. Market Opportunities
- 3.4.4. Market Challenges
- 3.5. Industry Analysis Tools
- 3.5.1. Porter's Five Forces Analysis
- 3.6. Market Entry Strategies
Chapter 4. India Destination Wedding Market: Consumer Behavior Analysis
- 4.1. Consumer Trends & Preferences
- 4.2. Factors Affecting Buying Decisions
- 4.3. Consumer Product Adoption
- 4.4. Observations & Recommendations
Chapter 5. India Destination Wedding Market: Type Estimates & Trend Analysis
- 5.1. India Destination Wedding Market, By Type: Key Takeaways
- 5.2. Type Movement Analysis & Market Share, 2024 & 2033
- 5.3. Market Estimates & Forecasts, by Type, 2021 - 2033 (USD Billion)
- 5.3.1. Beach & Island
- 5.3.1.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2021 - 2033 (USD Billion)
- 5.3.2. Royal & Heritage
- 5.3.2.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2021 - 2033 (USD Billion)
- 5.3.3. Luxury Resort
- 5.3.3.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2021 - 2033 (USD Billion)
- 5.3.4. Hill Station & Mountain
- 5.3.4.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2021 - 2033 (USD Billion)
- 5.3.5. Others
- 5.3.5.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2021 - 2033 (USD Billion)
- 5.3.1. Beach & Island
Chapter 6. India Destination Wedding Market: Service Type Estimates & Trend Analysis
- 6.1. India Destination Wedding Market, By Servie Type: Key Takeaways
- 6.2. Service Type Movement Analysis & Market Share, 2024 & 2033
- 6.3. Market Estimates & Forecasts, by Service Type, 2021 - 2033 (USD Billion)
- 6.3.1. Event Planning
- 6.3.1.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2021 - 2033 (USD Billion)
- 6.3.2. Makeup Services
- 6.3.2.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2021 - 2033 (USD Billion)
- 6.3.3. Catering & Venue
- 6.3.3.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2021 - 2033 (USD Billion)
- 6.3.4. Photography & Videography
- 6.3.4.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2021 - 2033 (USD Billion)
- 6.3.5. Decoration Services
- 6.3.5.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2021 - 2033 (USD Billion)
- 6.3.6. Logistics
- 6.3.6.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2021 - 2033 (USD Billion)
- 6.3.7. Invitations & Gifting
- 6.3.7.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2021 - 2033 (USD Billion)
- 6.3.8. Music & DJ
- 6.3.8.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2021 - 2033 (USD Billion)
- 6.3.1. Event Planning
Chapter 7. India Destination Wedding Market: Expenditure Estimates & Trend Analysis
- 7.1. India Destination Wedding Market, By Expenditure: Key Takeaways
- 7.2. Expenditure Movement Analysis & Market Share, 2024 & 2033
- 7.3. Market Estimates & Forecasts, by Expenditure, 2021 - 2033 (USD Billion)
- 7.3.1. Under USD 18,000
- 7.3.1.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2021 - 2033 (USD Billion)
- 7.3.2. USD 18,000 - USD 30,000
- 7.3.2.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2021 - 2033 (USD Billion)
- 7.3.3. USD 30,000 - USD 60,000
- 7.3.3.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2021 - 2033 (USD Billion)
- 7.3.4. USD 60,000 - USD 120,000
- 7.3.4.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2021 - 2033 (USD Billion)
- 7.3.5. Above USD 120,000
- 7.3.5.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2021 - 2033 (USD Billion)
- 7.3.1. Under USD 18,000
Chapter 8. India Destination Wedding Market: Competitive Analysis
- 8.1. Recent developments & impact analysis, by key market participants
- 8.2. Company Categorization
- 8.3. Participant's Overview
- 8.4. Financial Performance
- 8.5. Product Benchmarking
- 8.6. Company Market Share Analysis, 2024 (%)
- 8.7. Company Heat Map Analysis
- 8.8. Strategy Mapping
- 8.9. Company Profiles
- 8.9.1. Shaadi Squad
- 8.9.1.1. Company Overview
- 8.9.1.2. Financial Performance
- 8.9.1.3. Product Portfolios
- 8.9.1.4. Strategic Initiatives
- 8.9.2. Tamarind Global Weddings
- 8.9.2.1. Company Overview
- 8.9.2.2. Financial Performance
- 8.9.2.3. Product Portfolios
- 8.9.2.4. Strategic Initiatives
- 8.9.3. MOTWANE
- 8.9.3.1. Company Overview
- 8.9.3.2. Financial Performance
- 8.9.3.3. Product Portfolios
- 8.9.3.4. Strategic Initiatives
- 8.9.4. Weddingz.in
- 8.9.4.1. Company Overview
- 8.9.4.2. Financial Performance
- 8.9.4.3. Product Portfolios
- 8.9.4.4. Strategic Initiatives
- 8.9.5. Backstage Productions (The Wedding Design Company)
- 8.9.5.1. Company Overview
- 8.9.5.2. Financial Performance
- 8.9.5.3. Product Portfolios
- 8.9.5.4. Strategic Initiatives
- 8.9.6. IWP Weddings
- 8.9.6.1. Company Overview
- 8.9.6.2. Financial Performance
- 8.9.6.3. Product Portfolios
- 8.9.6.4. Strategic Initiatives
- 8.9.7. Vivaah Celebrations
- 8.9.7.1. Company Overview
- 8.9.7.2. Financial Performance
- 8.9.7.3. Product Portfolios
- 8.9.7.4. Strategic Initiatives
- 8.9.8. Shandaar Events
- 8.9.8.1. Company Overview
- 8.9.8.2. Financial Performance
- 8.9.8.3. Product Portfolios
- 8.9.8.4. Strategic Initiatives
- 8.9.9. The Grand Indian Wedding Co
- 8.9.9.1. Company Overview
- 8.9.9.2. Financial Performance
- 8.9.9.3. Product Portfolios
- 8.9.9.4. Strategic Initiatives
- 8.9.10. Touchwood Entertainment Ltd.
- 8.9.10.1. Company Overview
- 8.9.10.2. Financial Performance
- 8.9.10.3. Product Portfolios
- 8.9.10.4. Strategic Initiatives
- 8.9.1. Shaadi Squad
List of Tables
- 1. India destination wedding market estimates & forecast, by type (USD Billion)
- 2. Beach & island wedding market estimates & forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Billion)
- 3. Royal & heritage wedding market estimates & forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Billion)
- 4. Luxury resort wedding market estimates & forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Billion)
- 5. Hill station & mountain wedding market estimates & forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Billion)
- 6. India destination wedding market estimates & forecasts, for other type of destinations, 2021 - 2033 (USD Billion)
- 7. India destination wedding market estimates & forecast, by service type (USD Billion)
- 8. India destination wedding market estimates & forecasts, for event planning, 2021 - 2033 (USD Billion)
- 9. India destination wedding market estimates & forecasts, for makeup services, 2021 - 2033 (USD Billion)
- 10. India destination wedding market estimates & forecasts, for catering & venue, 2021 - 2033 (USD Billion)
- 11. India destination wedding market estimates & forecasts, for photography & videography, 2021 - 2033 (USD Billion)
- 12. India destination wedding market estimates & forecasts, for decoration services, 2021 - 2033 (USD Billion)
- 13. India destination wedding market estimates & forecasts, for logistics, 2021 - 2033 (USD Billion)
- 14. India destination wedding market estimates & forecasts, for invitations & gifting, 2021 - 2033 (USD Billion)
- 15. India destination wedding market estimates & forecasts, for music & DJ, 2021 - 2033 (USD Billion)
- 16. India destination wedding market estimates & forecast, by expenditure (USD Billion)
- 17. India destination wedding market estimates & forecasts, for expenditure under USD 18,000, 2021 - 2033 (USD Billion)
- 18. India destination wedding market estimates & forecasts, for expenditure between USD 18,000 - USD 30,000, 2021 - 2033 (USD Billion)
- 19. India destination wedding market estimates & forecasts, for expenditure between USD 30,000 - USD 60,000, 2021 - 2033 (USD Billion)
- 20. India destination wedding market estimates & forecasts, for expenditure between USD 60,000 - USD 120,000, 2021 - 2033 (USD Billion)
- 21. India destination wedding market estimates & forecasts, for expenditures above USD 120,000, 2021 - 2033 (USD Billion)
- 22. Recent developments & impact analysis, by key market participants
- 23. Company market share, 2024
- 24. Company heat map analysis
- 25. Companies undergoing key strategies
List of Figures
- 1. India destination wedding market segmentation
- 2. Information procurement
- 3. Primary research pattern
- 4. Primary research approaches
- 5. Primary research process
- 6. Market snapshot
- 7. Segment snapshot
- 8. Regional snapshot
- 9. Competitive landscape Snapshot
- 10. Asia Pacific parent industry and destination wedding market size (USD Billion)
- 11. Asia Pacific destination wedding market size, 2021 to 2033 (USD Billion)
- 12. India destination wedding market: Penetration & growth prospect mapping
- 13. India destination wedding market: Value chain analysis
- 14. India destination wedding market: Booking channel analysis
- 15. India destination wedding market: Dynamics
- 16. India destination wedding market: Porter's five forces analysis
- 17. Factors influencing buying decisions for kitchenware
- 18. India destination wedding market, by type: Key takeaways
- 19. India destination wedding market: Type movement analysis, 2024 & 2033 (%)
- 20. Beach & island wedding market estimates & forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Billion)
- 21. Royal & heritage wedding market estimates & forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Billion)
- 22. Luxury resort wedding market estimates & forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Billion)
- 23. Hill station & mountain wedding market estimates & forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Billion)
- 24. India destination wedding market estimates & forecasts, for other type of destinations, 2021 - 2033 (USD Billion)
- 25. India destination wedding market, by service type: Key takeaways
- 26. India destination wedding market: Service type movement analysis, 2024 & 2033 (%)
- 27. India destination wedding market estimates & forecasts, for event planning, 2021 - 2033 (USD Billion)
- 28. India destination wedding market estimates & forecasts, for makeup services, 2021 - 2033 (USD Billion)
- 29. India destination wedding market estimates & forecasts, for catering & venue, 2021 - 2033 (USD Billion)
- 30. India destination wedding market estimates & forecasts, for photography & videography, 2021 - 2033 (USD Billion)
- 31. India destination wedding market estimates & forecasts, for decoration services, 2021 - 2033 (USD Billion)
- 32. India destination wedding market estimates & forecasts, for logistics, 2021 - 2033 (USD Billion)
- 33. India destination wedding market estimates & forecasts, for invitations & gifting, 2021 - 2033 (USD Billion)
- 34. India destination wedding market estimates & forecasts, for music & DJ, 2021 - 2033 (USD Billion)
- 35. India destination wedding market, by expenditure: Key takeaways
- 36. India destination wedding market: Expenditure movement analysis, 2024 & 2033 (%)
- 37. India destination wedding market estimates & forecasts, for expenditure under USD 18,000, 2021 - 2033 (USD Billion)
- 38. India destination wedding market estimates & forecasts, for expenditure between USD 18,000 - USD 30,000, 2021 - 2033 (USD Billion)
- 39. India destination wedding market estimates & forecasts, for expenditure between USD 30,000 - USD 60,000, 2021 - 2033 (USD Billion)
- 40. India destination wedding market estimates & forecasts, for expenditure between USD 60,000 - USD 120,000, 2021 - 2033 (USD Billion)
- 41. India destination wedding market estimates & forecasts, for expenditures above USD 120,000, 2021 - 2033 (USD Billion)
- 42. Key company categorization
- 43. Company market share analysis, 2024 (%)
- 44. Strategic framework of the India destination wedding market
