For a wedding with 175 guests in the Denver CO, the estimated total cost is around $53,341 - $65,195. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Denver CO is approximately $339. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $53,341 - $65,195.
The average wedding cost in Denver CO is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $53,341 - $65,195 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In San Marcos CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $397 - $485. This represents about 0.7% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $410 - $502.
In San Marcos CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,258 - $2,760. This represents about 4.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,251 - $3,973 |
6.1% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$397 - $485 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$185 - $227 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$410 - $502 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,258 - $2,760 |
4.2% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Denver CO is $881 - $1,077. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Denver CO area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$881 - $1,077 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$881 - $1,077 |
1.7% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Denver CO is $310 - $378. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.6% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$310 - $378 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$131 - $161 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$112 - $136 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$67 - $81 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,197 - $2,685, which is 4.1% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Denver CO area is $1,519 - $1,857.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,197 - $2,685 |
4.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,519 - $1,857 |
2.8% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$678 - $828 |
1.3% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in Denver CO, you should budget approximately $27,114 - $33,140, which is about 50.8% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$27,114 - $33,140 |
50.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$4,900 - $5,988 |
9.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$9,374 - $11,457 |
17.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$9,453 - $11,553 |
17.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,389 - $4,142 |
6.4% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,591 - $5,611. This accounts for roughly 8.6% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,591 - $5,611 |
8.6% |
|
Bouquets
|
$639 - $781 |
1.2% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$293 - $359 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,002 - $1,224 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,225 - $1,497 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$795 - $971 |
1.5% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,405 - $1,717. This is approximately 2.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,405 - $1,717 |
2.6% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$233 - $285 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$108 - $132 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$367 - $449 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$163 - $199 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$207 - $253 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$160 - $196 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$167 - $204 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,253 - $1,531, which is about 2.3% 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 $790 - $966, which is about 1.5% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$2,043 - $2,497 |
3.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,253 - $1,531 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$790 - $966 |
1.5% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,125 - $1,375.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,125 - $1,375 |
2.1% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,125 - $1,375 |
2.1% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Denver CO spend between $8,547 - $10,447 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 16.0% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Denver CO with 175 guests spend between $4,308 - $5,266 on wedding photography, which is about 8.1% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Denver CO is $3,290 - $4,021. This makes up a portion of your (6.2%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$8,547 - $10,447 |
16.0% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$459 - $561 |
0.9% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$491 - $600 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,308 - $5,266 |
8.1% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$3,290 - $4,021 |
6.2% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,877 - $2,295.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,877 - $2,295 |
3.5% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$599 - $732 |
1.1% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,279 - $1,563 |
2.4% |