For a wedding with 125 guests in the Nashville TN, the estimated total cost is around $35,671 - $43,597. 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 $317. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $35,671 - $43,597.
The average wedding cost in Nashville TN is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $35,671 - $43,597 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Nashville TN, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $138 - $168. 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 $146 - $178.
In Nashville TN, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $825 - $1,009. This represents about 2.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,170 - $1,430 |
3.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$138 - $168 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$61 - $75 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$146 - $178 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$825 - $1,009 |
2.3% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Nashville TN is $437 - $534. 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 $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$437 - $534 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$437 - $534 |
1.2% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Nashville TN is $221 - $270. 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 |
$221 - $270 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$93 - $113 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$77 - $94 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$51 - $63 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $3,155 - $3,857, which is 8.8% of your total.
For a live band, couples in Nashville TN typically budget around $2,713 - $3,315 which is 7.6% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$3,155 - $3,857 |
8.8% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$443 - $541 |
1.2% |
|
Live Band
|
$2,713 - $3,315 |
7.6% |
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 Nashville TN, you should budget approximately $13,792 - $16,856, which is about 38.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$13,792 - $16,856 |
38.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,342 - $2,862 |
6.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,555 - $5,567 |
12.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,234 - $6,398 |
14.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,661 - $2,030 |
4.7% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,509 - $3,067. This accounts for roughly 7.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,509 - $3,067 |
7.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$459 - $561 |
1.3% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$203 - $249 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$596 - $728 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$552 - $674 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$341 - $417 |
1.0% |
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 $482 - $589.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$482 - $589 |
1.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$101 - $123 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$381 - $465 |
1.1% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $789 - $965. This is approximately 2.2% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$789 - $965 |
2.2% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$113 - $138 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$60 - $74 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$212 - $259 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$113 - $139 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$113 - $139 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$86 - $106 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$92 - $112 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $473 - $579, which is about 1.3% 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 $283 - $345, which is about 0.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$2,841 - $3,473 |
8.0% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$2,085 - $2,549 |
5.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$473 - $579 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$283 - $345 |
0.8% |
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 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$235 - $287 |
0.7% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $786 - $960.
| Other Events Cost |
$786 - $960 |
2.2% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$786 - $960 |
2.2% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$379 - $463 |
1.1% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Nashville TN spend between $4,307 - $5,265 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 12.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Nashville TN with 125 guests spend between $2,325 - $2,841 on wedding photography, which is about 6.5% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Nashville TN is $1,702 - $2,080. This makes up a portion of your (4.8%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,307 - $5,265 |
12.1% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$281 - $343 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,325 - $2,841 |
6.5% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,702 - $2,080 |
4.8% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Nashville TN is estimated to be $3,416 - $4,176. This service accounts for 9.6% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,416 - $4,176 |
9.6% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,416 - $4,176 |
9.6% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,152 - $1,408.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,152 - $1,408 |
3.2% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$470 - $574 |
1.3% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$682 - $834 |
1.9% |