# Picturesque Micro-Weddings Elope in Austin Offers $250 Wedding Packages With Optional Add Ons By Grace Mahas | Published 2020-02-04 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elope-in-austin References: [austin360](https://www.austin360.com/entertainmentlife/20200117/250-weddings-with-bells-and-whistles-elope-in-austin-makes-big-days-smaller) & [elopeinaustin](https://www.elopeinaustin.com/) With many millennials strapped for cash, micro-weddings have emerged as a popular alternative to traditional, large-scale weddings -- a concept Elope in Austin has perfected with its [wedding packages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/karisma-hotels-resorts) starting at $250. Included in the ultra-affordable package in a 15-minute chape time, an officiant, and you and your partner. For those looking to add a few bells and whistles, you can upgrade your micro-wedding package to include anywhere from 4 to 15 guests, 30 to 50 professional photos, and up to 30 minutes of venue time. Elope in Austin also offers videographers for $575 for 90 minutes of shooting time and [ceremonial flower packages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/love-on-the-ledge) starting at $450. As more couples opt to tie the knot without breaking the bank, we can expect to see other micro-weddings pop-up across North America. Image Credit: Shutterstock ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.5/10 - Popularity: 74% | Activity: 52% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Weddings](https://www.trendhunter.com/weddings) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Micro-weddings:** The continued rise of micro-wedding packages due to the increasing popularity of affordable options. - **Wedding Add-ons:** The opportunity to capitalize on the trend of micro-weddings with affordable and customizable add-on options. - **Self-wedding Packages:** The rise of self-wedding packages and do-it-yourself weddings. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Hospitality Industry:** Hotels and resorts can offer micro-wedding packages as an affordable and unique option for couples. - **Event Photography Industry:** Professional photographers can offer affordable micro-wedding photography packages as a service to couples. - **Floral Industry:** Florists can offer affordable micro-wedding flower arrangements and bouquets for small, intimate ceremonies. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Vegas-Themed Wedding Packages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vegasthemed-wedding-package.md) - [Low-Cost Distillery Weddings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/distillery-wedding.md) - [Iconically Located Wedding Pop-Ups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/times-square-this-valentines.md) - [$290 Leap Year Weddings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/290-leap-year-weddings.md) - [Rentable Wedding Florals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rentable-wedding-bouquets.md) - [Mobile Weenie Wedding Chapels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mobile-wedding-chapel.md) - [Unique Wedding Pop-Up Events](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wedding-popup.md) - [Unique Hotel Wedding Packages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/karisma-hotels-resorts.md) - [Modernized Vegas Weddings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bliss-wedding-chapel.md)