For a wedding with 400 guests in the Nashville TN, the estimated total cost is around $87,434 - $106,864. 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 TN is approximately $243. With a guest count of 400, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $87,434 - $106,864.
The average wedding cost in Nashville TN is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $87,434 - $106,864 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Murfreesboro TN, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $329 - $403. This represents about 0.4% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $339 - $415.
In Murfreesboro TN, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,871 - $2,287. This represents about 2.1% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,694 - $3,292 |
3.1% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$329 - $403 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$154 - $188 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$339 - $415 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,871 - $2,287 |
2.1% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 400 guests in Nashville TN is $1,852 - $2,264. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Nashville TN area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,852 - $2,264 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,852 - $2,264 |
2.1% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Nashville TN is $239 - $293. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.3% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$239 - $293 |
0.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$100 - $122 |
0.1% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$85 - $103 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$55 - $67 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,414 - $1,728, which is 1.6% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Nashville TN area is $977 - $1,195.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,414 - $1,728 |
1.6% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$977 - $1,195 |
1.1% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$437 - $534 |
0.5% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 400 guest wedding in Nashville TN, you should budget approximately $47,022 - $57,472, which is about 53.8% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$47,022 - $57,472 |
53.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$10,742 - $13,129 |
12.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$20,546 - $25,112 |
23.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,306 - $10,152 |
9.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$7,429 - $9,079 |
8.5% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $9,373 - $11,455. This accounts for roughly 10.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$9,373 - $11,455 |
10.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$465 - $569 |
0.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$213 - $261 |
0.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,015 - $1,241 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$4,325 - $5,287 |
4.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$3,353 - $4,099 |
3.8% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 400 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $2,071 - $2,531.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$2,071 - $2,531 |
2.4% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$130 - $158 |
0.1% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$178 - $218 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$1,763 - $2,155 |
2.0% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $8,409 - $10,277. This is approximately 9.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$8,409 - $10,277 |
9.6% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$1,356 - $1,658 |
1.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$626 - $765 |
0.7% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$2,129 - $2,603 |
2.4% |
|
Postage
|
$1,203 - $1,471 |
1.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$1,200 - $1,466 |
1.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$930 - $1,136 |
1.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$965 - $1,179 |
1.1% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,002 - $1,224, which is about 1.1% 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 $632 - $772, which is about 0.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$2,386 - $2,916 |
2.7% |
|
Bracelet
|
$230 - $282 |
0.3% |
|
Earrings
|
$230 - $281 |
0.3% |
|
Necklace
|
$293 - $358 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,002 - $1,224 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$632 - $772 |
0.7% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Nashville TN area is $235 - $287. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$235 - $287 |
0.3% |
|
Officiant
|
$235 - $287 |
0.3% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $724 - $884.
| Other Events Cost |
$724 - $884 |
0.8% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$724 - $884 |
0.8% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Nashville TN spend between $5,376 - $6,570 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 6.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Nashville TN with 400 guests spend between $2,606 - $3,185 on wedding photography, which is about 3.0% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Nashville TN is $1,990 - $2,432. This makes up a portion of your (2.3%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,376 - $6,570 |
6.1% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$381 - $465 |
0.4% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$400 - $488 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,606 - $3,185 |
3.0% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,990 - $2,432 |
2.3% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Nashville TN is estimated to be $1,437 - $1,757. This service accounts for 1.6% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,437 - $1,757 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,437 - $1,757 |
1.6% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $4,203 - $5,137.
| Transportation Cost |
$4,203 - $5,137 |
4.8% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$487 - $595 |
0.6% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$3,716 - $4,542 |
4.3% |