Wedding Cakes in Fort Wayne & Columbia City
Hand-baked, hand-decorated wedding cakes for couples across northeast Indiana. Starting at $5 per serving. 6–8 week lead time.
Hand-decorated, baked to order.
Every Birdie's wedding cake is baked from scratch in small batches and hand-decorated by founder Lilyana. We work with couples in Columbia City, Fort Wayne, Huntertown, Churubusco, and across Whitley and Allen Counties to design a cake that fits your venue, your style, and your flavor preferences.
From minimalist buttercream to tiered florals to detailed sugar work, we bring your Pinterest board to life — with real butter, real flavor, and zero shortcuts.
Pricing & what's included
Buttercream tier
$5/serving
Smooth or textured buttercream, fresh florals or simple piping. Ideal for 50–150 guests.
Detail tier
$7/serving
Hand-piped detail, watercolor work, drip cakes, or edible gold leaf. Multi-tier.
Showpiece tier
$9+/serving
Sugar work, fondant figures, intricate florals, fresh-flower cascades. Quoted individually.
Booking timeline
- 1
Inquire (6–12 months out)
Email hello@birdiesbakingco.com with your wedding date, venue, guest count, and design ideas. We confirm availability within 48 hours.
- 2
Tasting (3–4 months out)
A curated tasting box of 4–6 cake + filling pairings ships to your home. Tasting fee is credited toward your final cake.
- 3
Design lock + deposit (8 weeks out)
We finalize design, flavors, and serving count. A 50% deposit reserves your date.
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Pickup (wedding morning)
Cake is ready for pickup in Columbia City the morning of your wedding. We provide setup instructions, dowel placement guidance, and a sturdy transport box.
Wedding cake FAQs
How far in advance should I book a wedding cake with Birdie's Baking Co.?+
We recommend booking your wedding cake 6–8 weeks before your wedding date. Peak season (May through October) books up earliest — many couples reserve 3–6 months out to secure popular dates in the Fort Wayne and Columbia City area.
How much does a wedding cake cost in the Fort Wayne area?+
Wedding cakes at Birdie's start at $5 per serving for buttercream designs and scale up based on size, tier count, sugar work, and fresh-flower work. A typical 75-guest cake runs $375–$525. Email hello@birdiesbakingco.com with your guest count, date, and design ideas for a personalized quote.
Do you offer wedding cake tastings?+
Yes — we offer tasting boxes for serious inquiries. After your initial consult, we put together a curated box of 4–6 flavor and filling combinations for you to try at home. Tasting box fee is credited toward your final cake.
What flavors and fillings do you offer for wedding cakes?+
Cake: vanilla bean, chocolate, lemon, red velvet, almond, strawberry, marble, carrot, funfetti. Filling: vanilla or chocolate buttercream, raspberry, strawberry, lemon curd, salted caramel, cream cheese, fresh fruit. Custom flavor pairings welcome.
Can you accommodate dietary restrictions?+
Yes — gluten-friendly, dairy-free, and egg-free options are available with advance notice. Note: our kitchen handles wheat, dairy, and nuts, so we cannot guarantee a fully allergen-free environment.
Do you deliver wedding cakes?+
We are pickup-only from our Columbia City location. For weddings, we recommend a designated friend, family member, or planner pick up the cake the morning of your event. We provide setup instructions and a sturdy carry box.
What about cupcakes, dessert tables, or grooms' cakes?+
Absolutely — we love a full dessert spread. We do cupcakes, mini pies, dessert bars, and groom's cakes alongside the main wedding cake. Mention the full scope in your inquiry for accurate pricing.
How do I book?+
Email hello@birdiesbakingco.com or fill out the contact form with: 1) wedding date, 2) venue location, 3) guest count, 4) design inspiration or Pinterest links, 5) flavor preferences. We'll respond within 48 hours with availability and a starting quote.
Ready to talk about your wedding cake?
Email hello@birdiesbakingco.com with your date, venue, and guest count. We'll be in touch within 48 hours.