For a wedding with 250 guests in the Cambridge MA, the estimated total cost is around $57,170 - $69,874. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Cambridge MA is approximately $254. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $57,170 - $69,874.
The average wedding cost in Cambridge MA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $57,170 - $69,874 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Cambridge MA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $436 - $532. This represents about 0.8% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $469 - $573.
In Cambridge MA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,596 - $3,172. This represents about 4.5% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,697 - $4,519 |
6.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$436 - $532 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$197 - $241 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$469 - $573 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,596 - $3,172 |
4.5% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Cambridge MA is $1,035 - $1,265. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Cambridge MA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,035 - $1,265 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,035 - $1,265 |
1.8% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Cambridge MA is $342 - $418. 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 |
$342 - $418 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$148 - $180 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$123 - $151 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$71 - $87 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,159 - $2,639, which is 3.8% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Cambridge MA area is $1,497 - $1,829.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,159 - $2,639 |
3.8% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,497 - $1,829 |
2.6% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$662 - $810 |
1.2% |
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 Cambridge MA, you should budget approximately $30,732 - $37,562, which is about 53.8% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$30,732 - $37,562 |
53.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,582 - $6,822 |
9.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$10,839 - $13,247 |
19.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$10,376 - $12,682 |
18.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,936 - $4,810 |
6.9% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,903 - $5,993. This accounts for roughly 8.6% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,903 - $5,993 |
8.6% |
|
Bouquets
|
$767 - $937 |
1.3% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$343 - $419 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$944 - $1,154 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,309 - $1,599 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$836 - $1,022 |
1.5% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,970 - $2,408.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,970 - $2,408 |
3.4% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$144 - $176 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$196 - $240 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$1,086 - $1,328 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$544 - $664 |
1.0% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,710 - $2,090. This is approximately 3.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,710 - $2,090 |
3.0% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$284 - $348 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$131 - $161 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$434 - $530 |
0.8% |
|
Postage
|
$214 - $262 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$254 - $310 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$192 - $234 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$201 - $245 |
0.4% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,085 - $1,327.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,085 - $1,327 |
1.9% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,085 - $1,327 |
1.9% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$504 - $616 |
0.9% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Cambridge MA spend between $7,282 - $8,900 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 12.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Cambridge MA with 250 guests spend between $3,455 - $4,223 on wedding photography, which is about 6.0% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Cambridge MA is $2,649 - $3,237. This makes up a portion of your (4.6%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$7,282 - $8,900 |
12.7% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$482 - $589 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$697 - $851 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,455 - $4,223 |
6.0% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,649 - $3,237 |
4.6% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,750 - $2,138.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,750 - $2,138 |
3.1% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,750 - $2,138 |
3.1% |