For a wedding with 125 guests in the Bethany, the estimated total cost is around $54,106 - $66,130. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Bethany is approximately $481. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $54,106 - $66,130.
The average wedding cost in Bethany is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $54,106 - $66,130 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Bethany CT, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $564 - $690. This represents about 1.0% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $599 - $732.
In Bethany CT, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $3,387 - $4,139. This represents about 6.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$4,802 - $5,870 |
8.9% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$564 - $690 |
1.0% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$253 - $309 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$599 - $732 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$3,387 - $4,139 |
6.3% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Bethany is $532 - $650. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Bethany area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$532 - $650 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$532 - $650 |
1.0% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Bethany is $283 - $345. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.5% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$283 - $345 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$121 - $147 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$99 - $121 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$63 - $77 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $5,900 - $7,212, which is 10.9% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Bethany area is $1,448 - $1,770.
For a live band, couples in Bethany typically budget around $3,827 - $4,677 which is 7.1% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$5,900 - $7,212 |
10.9% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,448 - $1,770 |
2.7% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$626 - $765 |
1.2% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,827 - $4,677 |
7.1% |
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 Bethany, you should budget approximately $18,192 - $22,234, which is about 33.6% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$18,192 - $22,234 |
33.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,811 - $3,435 |
5.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,467 - $6,681 |
10.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,923 - $9,683 |
14.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,992 - $2,434 |
3.7% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,362 - $4,109. This accounts for roughly 6.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,362 - $4,109 |
6.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$619 - $757 |
1.1% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$276 - $338 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$854 - $1,044 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$767 - $937 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$474 - $580 |
0.9% |
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 $1,005 - $1,229.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,005 - $1,229 |
1.9% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$138 - $168 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$176 - $215 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$456 - $558 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$236 - $288 |
0.4% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $923 - $1,128. This is approximately 1.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$923 - $1,128 |
1.7% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$133 - $163 |
0.2% |
|
Guest Book
|
$63 - $77 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$219 - $267 |
0.4% |
|
Postage
|
$77 - $94 |
0.1% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$130 - $158 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$118 - $144 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$89 - $109 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$95 - $116 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $2,435 - $2,976, which is about 4.5% 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 $1,451 - $1,773, which is about 2.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$12,083 - $14,769 |
22.3% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$8,198 - $10,020 |
15.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$2,435 - $2,976 |
4.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$1,451 - $1,773 |
2.7% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Bethany area is $292 - $356. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$292 - $356 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$292 - $356 |
0.5% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,109 - $1,355.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,109 - $1,355 |
2.0% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,109 - $1,355 |
2.0% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$471 - $575 |
0.9% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Bethany spend between $4,569 - $5,585 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Bethany with 125 guests spend between $3,280 - $4,008 on wedding photography, which is about 6.1% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,569 - $5,585 |
8.4% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$329 - $402 |
0.6% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$488 - $596 |
0.9% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$473 - $579 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,280 - $4,008 |
6.1% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $584 - $714.
| Transportation Cost |
$584 - $714 |
1.1% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$584 - $714 |
1.1% |