Baby Shower Budget Calculator
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Split your total baby shower budget across the categories hosts spend on most.
Rates last reviewed: July 2026
Total budget
Total budget
$1,500.00
Allocated across 6 common baby shower categories
- Venue / space (15%)
- $225.00
- Food & drinks (40%)
- $600.00
- Cake & dessert (10%)
- $150.00
- Decor (20%)
- $300.00
- Games & favors (10%)
- $150.00
- Other (5%)
- $75.00
- Total allocated
- $1,500.00
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Allocating a baby shower budget
This calculator splits your total baby shower budget using common planning percentages: venue or space 15%, food and drinks 40%, cake and dessert 10%, decor 20%, games and favors 10%, and other costs 5%. These figures are a starting framework — every shower's priorities differ depending on guest count, DIY effort, and whether food is catered or potluck-style.
Food and drinks typically consume the largest share at casual showers, especially when you hire a caterer or order a grazing table. Decor and games can shrink if you host at home and reuse baby-registry gift wrap or simple centerpieces.
Example: a $1,500 total budget splits into $225 for venue or space, $600 for food and drinks, $150 for cake, $300 for decor, $150 for games and favors, and $75 for everything else — shift any category up or down to match your own plan.
Common questions
Are these percentages fixed for every baby shower?
No — they're a common starting framework. At-home showers often spend less on venue and more on food or decor; larger venue rentals may flip that balance.
Should I include gifts for the mom-to-be in this budget?
This breakdown covers party costs only, not registry gifts for the guest of honor. Add a separate line item if you're budgeting host gifts or group presents.