For a wedding with 125 guests in the Boulder CO, the estimated total cost is around $39,941 - $48,817. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Boulder CO is approximately $355. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $39,941 - $48,817.
The average wedding cost in Boulder CO is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $39,941 - $48,817 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Boulder CO, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $245 - $299. 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 $265 - $323.
In Boulder CO, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,461 - $1,785. This represents about 3.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,081 - $2,543 |
5.2% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$245 - $299 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$111 - $135 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$265 - $323 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,461 - $1,785 |
3.7% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Boulder CO is $481 - $587. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Boulder CO area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$481 - $587 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$481 - $587 |
1.2% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Boulder CO is $325 - $397. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.8% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$325 - $397 |
0.8% |
|
Hair Service
|
$142 - $174 |
0.4% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$118 - $144 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$65 - $79 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,452 - $2,996, which is 6.1% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Boulder CO area is $1,699 - $2,077.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,452 - $2,996 |
6.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,699 - $2,077 |
4.3% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$752 - $920 |
1.9% |
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 Boulder CO, you should budget approximately $17,975 - $21,969, which is about 45.0% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$17,975 - $21,969 |
45.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,651 - $3,240 |
6.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,146 - $6,290 |
12.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,310 - $10,156 |
20.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,868 - $2,284 |
4.7% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,681 - $4,499. This accounts for roughly 9.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,681 - $4,499 |
9.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$702 - $858 |
1.8% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$314 - $384 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,187 - $1,451 |
3.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$706 - $862 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$451 - $551 |
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 $892 - $1,090.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$892 - $1,090 |
2.2% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$107 - $131 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$146 - $178 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$427 - $521 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$212 - $260 |
0.5% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $776 - $948. This is approximately 1.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$776 - $948 |
1.9% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$131 - $160 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$59 - $73 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$198 - $242 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$95 - $116 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$115 - $141 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$87 - $107 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$91 - $111 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $868 - $1,060, 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 $523 - $639, which is about 1.3% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,181 - $6,333 |
13.0% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,791 - $4,633 |
9.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$868 - $1,060 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$523 - $639 |
1.3% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,233 - $1,507.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,233 - $1,507 |
3.1% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,233 - $1,507 |
3.1% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$460 - $562 |
1.2% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Boulder CO spend between $4,406 - $5,385 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 11.0% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Boulder CO with 125 guests spend between $3,925 - $4,797 on wedding photography, which is about 9.8% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,406 - $5,385 |
11.0% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$481 - $587 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,925 - $4,797 |
9.8% |