For a wedding with 250 guests in the Elkhart Lake WI, the estimated total cost is around $47,791 - $58,411. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Elkhart Lake WI is approximately $212. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $47,791 - $58,411.
The average wedding cost in Elkhart Lake WI is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $47,791 - $58,411 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Madison WI, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $260 - $318. This represents about 0.5% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $289 - $353.
In Madison WI, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,590 - $1,944. This represents about 3.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,246 - $2,745 |
4.7% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$260 - $318 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$106 - $130 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$289 - $353 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,590 - $1,944 |
3.3% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Elkhart Lake WI is $923 - $1,128. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Elkhart Lake WI area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$923 - $1,128 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$923 - $1,128 |
1.9% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Elkhart Lake WI is $232 - $284. 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 |
$232 - $284 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$96 - $118 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$83 - $101 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$53 - $65 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $5,199 - $6,355, which is 10.9% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Elkhart Lake WI area is $901 - $1,101.
For a live band, couples in Elkhart Lake WI typically budget around $3,016 - $3,686 which is 6.3% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$5,199 - $6,355 |
10.9% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$901 - $1,101 |
1.9% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$438 - $536 |
0.9% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,016 - $3,686 |
6.3% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$844 - $1,032 |
1.8% |
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 Elkhart Lake WI, you should budget approximately $25,625 - $31,319, which is about 53.6% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$25,625 - $31,319 |
53.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$4,388 - $5,363 |
9.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$8,520 - $10,414 |
17.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$9,415 - $11,507 |
19.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,302 - $4,036 |
6.9% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,536 - $4,322. This accounts for roughly 7.4% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,536 - $4,322 |
7.4% |
|
Bouquets
|
$433 - $529 |
0.9% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$188 - $230 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$534 - $652 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,029 - $1,257 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$732 - $894 |
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 $1,431 - $1,749.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,431 - $1,749 |
3.0% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$92 - $112 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$168 - $206 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$791 - $967 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$380 - $464 |
0.8% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,533 - $1,873. This is approximately 3.2% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,533 - $1,873 |
3.2% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$271 - $331 |
0.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$113 - $138 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$361 - $441 |
0.8% |
|
Postage
|
$162 - $198 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$254 - $310 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$185 - $227 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$187 - $229 |
0.4% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Elkhart Lake WI area is $232 - $284. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$232 - $284 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$232 - $284 |
0.5% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $722 - $882.
| Other Events Cost |
$722 - $882 |
1.5% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$722 - $882 |
1.5% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$409 - $499 |
0.9% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Elkhart Lake WI spend between $2,115 - $2,585 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 4.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Elkhart Lake WI with 250 guests spend between $2,115 - $2,585 on wedding photography, which is about 4.4% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,115 - $2,585 |
4.4% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,115 - $2,585 |
4.4% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Elkhart Lake WI is estimated to be $1,688 - $2,064. This service accounts for 3.5% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,688 - $2,064 |
3.5% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,688 - $2,064 |
3.5% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,901 - $2,323.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,901 - $2,323 |
4.0% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,901 - $2,323 |
4.0% |