For a wedding with 125 guests in the Lancaster, PA, the estimated total cost is around $41,973 - $51,301. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Lancaster, PA is approximately $373. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $41,973 - $51,301.
The average wedding cost in Lancaster, PA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $41,973 - $51,301 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Ardmore PA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $440 - $538. This represents about 1.0% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $474 - $580.
In Ardmore PA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,592 - $3,168. This represents about 6.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,710 - $4,534 |
8.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$440 - $538 |
1.0% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$203 - $249 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$474 - $580 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,592 - $3,168 |
6.2% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Lancaster, PA is $502 - $614. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Lancaster, PA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$502 - $614 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$502 - $614 |
1.2% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Lancaster, PA is $305 - $373. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.7% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$305 - $373 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$131 - $160 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$109 - $133 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$66 - $80 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,041 - $2,495, which is 4.9% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Lancaster, PA area is $1,414 - $1,728.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,041 - $2,495 |
4.9% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,414 - $1,728 |
3.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$627 - $767 |
1.5% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Lancaster, PA, you should budget approximately $16,216 - $19,820, which is about 38.6% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$16,216 - $19,820 |
38.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,546 - $3,112 |
6.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,909 - $5,999 |
11.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,949 - $8,493 |
16.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,813 - $2,215 |
4.3% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,282 - $4,012. This accounts for roughly 7.8% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,282 - $4,012 |
7.8% |
|
Bouquets
|
$697 - $851 |
1.7% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$317 - $387 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$333 - $407 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$904 - $1,104 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$630 - $770 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$402 - $492 |
1.0% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $953 - $1,165.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$953 - $1,165 |
2.3% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$134 - $164 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$181 - $221 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$413 - $505 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$225 - $275 |
0.5% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $820 - $1,002. This is approximately 2.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$820 - $1,002 |
2.0% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$141 - $173 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$66 - $80 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$210 - $256 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$84 - $102 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$125 - $153 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$95 - $117 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$99 - $121 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,325 - $1,619, which is about 3.2% 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 $804 - $982, which is about 1.9% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$7,882 - $9,634 |
18.8% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$5,754 - $7,032 |
13.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,325 - $1,619 |
3.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$804 - $982 |
1.9% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Lancaster, PA area is $289 - $353. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$289 - $353 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$289 - $353 |
0.7% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,041 - $1,273.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,041 - $1,273 |
2.5% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,041 - $1,273 |
2.5% |
| Other Items Cost |
$462 - $564 |
1.1% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$462 - $564 |
1.1% |
On average, couples in Lancaster, PA spend between $4,469 - $5,463 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 10.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Lancaster, PA with 125 guests spend between $4,041 - $4,939 on wedding photography, which is about 9.6% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,469 - $5,463 |
10.6% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$428 - $524 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,041 - $4,939 |
9.6% |