Event Budget Allocation Calculator
Allocate your event budget across categories with interactive sliders.
Calculator
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Total Allocation:100%
Venue & Space Rental30% • $15,000
Catering & Beverages25% • $12,500
AV & Production15% • $7,500
Décor & Design10% • $5,000
Entertainment10% • $5,000
Marketing & Promotion5% • $2,500
Contingency & Buffer5% • $2,500
Budget Summary
Total Budget:$50,000
Total Allocated:$50,000
Remaining:$0
Budget Allocation Tips
- • Venue & catering typically account for 50-60% of total budget
- • Always include 5-10% contingency for unexpected costs
- • AV & production costs vary widely based on event complexity
- • Marketing should be 5-10% for well-attended events
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How to Use This Calculator
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Enter your total event budget.
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Use sliders to allocate percentages across 7 categories: Venue, Catering, AV & Production, Décor, Entertainment, Marketing, and Contingency.
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See dollar amounts for each category and remaining budget. Calculator alerts when allocation does not equal 100%.
Why Use This Calculator
- Balance budget across 7 categories
- See dollar amounts in real-time
- Follow industry best practices
- Avoid budget overruns
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