For a wedding with 125 guests in the Dana Point CA, the estimated total cost is around $56,464 - $69,012. This budget is a full estimate based on local averages across all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Dana Point CA is approximately $502. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $56,464 - $69,012.
The average wedding cost in Dana Point CA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $56,464 - $69,012 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Dana Point CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $493 - $603. This represents about 0.9% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $532 - $650.
In Dana Point CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,910 - $3,556. This represents about 5.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$4,163 - $5,089 |
7.4% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$493 - $603 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$229 - $279 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$532 - $650 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,910 - $3,556 |
5.2% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Dana Point CA is $561 - $685. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Dana Point CA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$561 - $685 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$561 - $685 |
1.0% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,383 - $2,913, which is 4.2% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Dana Point CA area is $1,651 - $2,017.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,383 - $2,913 |
4.2% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,651 - $2,017 |
2.9% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$733 - $895 |
1.3% |
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 Dana Point CA, you should budget approximately $19,371 - $23,675, which is about 34.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$19,371 - $23,675 |
34.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,969 - $3,629 |
5.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,725 - $6,997 |
10.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,564 - $10,467 |
15.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,113 - $2,583 |
3.7% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,128 - $3,824. This accounts for roughly 5.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,128 - $3,824 |
5.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$715 - $873 |
1.3% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$325 - $397 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$997 - $1,219 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$704 - $860 |
1.2% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $357 - $437. This is approximately 0.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$357 - $437 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$96 - $118 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$146 - $178 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$115 - $141 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,576 - $1,926, which is about 2.8% 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 $956 - $1,168, which is about 1.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$9,373 - $11,455 |
16.6% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$6,841 - $8,361 |
12.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,576 - $1,926 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$956 - $1,168 |
1.7% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$509 - $623 |
0.9% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Dana Point CA spend between $7,085 - $8,659 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 12.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Dana Point CA with 125 guests spend between $3,752 - $4,586 on wedding photography, which is about 6.6% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Dana Point CA is $2,851 - $3,485. That's about 5.0% of your total budget.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$7,085 - $8,659 |
12.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$482 - $589 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,752 - $4,586 |
6.6% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,851 - $3,485 |
5.0% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Dana Point CA is estimated to be $6,540 - $7,994. This service accounts for 11.6% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$6,540 - $7,994 |
11.6% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$6,540 - $7,994 |
11.6% |
