For a wedding with 250 guests in the Nashville TN, the estimated total cost is around $56,650 - $69,238. 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 $252. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $56,650 - $69,238.
The average wedding cost in Nashville TN is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $56,650 - $69,238 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Ridgeland MS, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,038 - $2,490. This represents about 3.6% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,038 - $2,490 |
3.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,038 - $2,490 |
3.6% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Nashville TN is $1,049 - $1,282. 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 $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,049 - $1,282 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,049 - $1,282 |
1.9% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Nashville TN is $256 - $312. 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 |
$256 - $312 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$109 - $133 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$92 - $112 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$55 - $67 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,697 - $2,074, which is 3.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Nashville TN area is $1,173 - $1,433.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,697 - $2,074 |
3.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,173 - $1,433 |
2.1% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$524 - $640 |
0.9% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Nashville TN, you should budget approximately $31,823 - $38,895, which is about 56.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$31,823 - $38,895 |
56.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$6,056 - $7,402 |
10.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$11,585 - $14,159 |
20.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$9,994 - $12,214 |
17.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$4,189 - $5,119 |
7.4% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $5,921 - $7,237. This accounts for roughly 10.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$5,921 - $7,237 |
10.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$489 - $597 |
0.9% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$224 - $274 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,160 - $1,418 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$2,280 - $2,786 |
4.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$1,769 - $2,162 |
3.1% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $3,356 - $4,102. This is approximately 5.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$3,356 - $4,102 |
5.9% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$560 - $684 |
1.0% |
|
Guest Book
|
$257 - $315 |
0.5% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$879 - $1,075 |
1.6% |
|
Postage
|
$383 - $468 |
0.7% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$497 - $607 |
0.9% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$383 - $468 |
0.7% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$398 - $486 |
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 |
0.4% |
|
Officiant
|
$235 - $287 |
0.4% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $869 - $1,062.
| Other Events Cost |
$869 - $1,062 |
1.5% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$869 - $1,062 |
1.5% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Nashville TN spend between $5,555 - $6,789 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 9.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Nashville TN with 250 guests spend between $2,714 - $3,317 on wedding photography, which is about 4.8% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Nashville TN is $2,072 - $2,532. This makes up a portion of your (3.7%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,555 - $6,789 |
9.8% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$370 - $452 |
0.7% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$400 - $488 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,714 - $3,317 |
4.8% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,072 - $2,532 |
3.7% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Nashville TN is estimated to be $1,725 - $2,109. This service accounts for 3.0% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,725 - $2,109 |
3.0% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,725 - $2,109 |
3.0% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $2,128 - $2,600.
| Transportation Cost |
$2,128 - $2,600 |
3.8% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$487 - $595 |
0.9% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,641 - $2,005 |
2.9% |