For a wedding with 125 guests in the Nashville, the estimated total cost is around $30,680 - $37,498. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Nashville is approximately $273. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $30,680 - $37,498.
The average wedding cost in Nashville is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $30,680 - $37,498 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Nashville TN, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $199 - $243. This represents about 0.6% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $211 - $257.
In Nashville TN, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,192 - $1,456. This represents about 3.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,690 - $2,066 |
5.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$199 - $243 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$89 - $109 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$211 - $257 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,192 - $1,456 |
3.9% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Nashville is $425 - $519. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Nashville area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$425 - $519 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$425 - $519 |
1.4% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Nashville is $213 - $261. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.7% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$213 - $261 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$89 - $109 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$73 - $89 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$51 - $63 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,409 - $1,722, which is 4.6% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Nashville area is $984 - $1,202.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,409 - $1,722 |
4.6% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$984 - $1,202 |
3.2% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$425 - $519 |
1.4% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Nashville, you should budget approximately $13,550 - $16,562, which is about 44.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$13,550 - $16,562 |
44.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,275 - $2,781 |
7.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,427 - $5,411 |
14.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,234 - $6,398 |
17.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,614 - $1,972 |
5.3% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,361 - $2,885. This accounts for roughly 7.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,361 - $2,885 |
7.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$440 - $538 |
1.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$195 - $239 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$571 - $697 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$536 - $655 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$332 - $406 |
1.1% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $758 - $926.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$758 - $926 |
2.5% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$90 - $110 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$114 - $140 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$370 - $452 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$184 - $224 |
0.6% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $637 - $779. This is approximately 2.1% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$637 - $779 |
2.1% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$104 - $127 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$49 - $59 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$170 - $208 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$82 - $100 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$91 - $111 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$69 - $85 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$73 - $89 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $685 - $837, which is about 2.2% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 2) is estimated at $408 - $498, which is about 1.3% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,105 - $5,017 |
13.4% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,012 - $3,682 |
9.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$685 - $837 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$408 - $498 |
1.3% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Nashville area is $235 - $287. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$235 - $287 |
0.8% |
|
Officiant
|
$235 - $287 |
0.8% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $753 - $921.
| Other Events Cost |
$753 - $921 |
2.5% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$753 - $921 |
2.5% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$379 - $463 |
1.2% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Nashville spend between $2,546 - $3,112 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Nashville with 125 guests spend between $2,228 - $2,723 on wedding photography, which is about 7.3% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,546 - $3,112 |
8.3% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$319 - $389 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,228 - $2,723 |
7.3% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Nashville is estimated to be $1,619 - $1,979. This service accounts for 5.3% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,619 - $1,979 |
5.3% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,619 - $1,979 |
5.3% |