For a wedding with 250 guests in the Minneapolis, the estimated total cost is around $36,578 - $44,706. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Minneapolis is approximately $163. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $36,578 - $44,706.
The average wedding cost in Minneapolis is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $36,578 - $44,706 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Minneapolis is $943 - $1,153. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Minneapolis area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$943 - $1,153 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$943 - $1,153 |
2.6% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $3,017 - $3,687, which is 8.2% of your total.
For a live band, couples in Minneapolis typically budget around $3,017 - $3,687 which is 8.2% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$3,017 - $3,687 |
8.2% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,017 - $3,687 |
8.2% |
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 Minneapolis, you should budget approximately $26,763 - $32,711, which is about 73.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$26,763 - $32,711 |
73.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$4,936 - $6,032 |
13.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$9,599 - $11,733 |
26.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,729 - $10,669 |
23.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,499 - $4,277 |
9.6% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,567 - $4,359. This accounts for roughly 9.8% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,567 - $4,359 |
9.8% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$257 - $315 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$716 - $875 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,191 - $1,455 |
3.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$738 - $902 |
2.0% |
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 $801 - $979.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$801 - $979 |
2.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$801 - $979 |
2.2% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,487 - $1,817. This is approximately 4.1% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,487 - $1,817 |
4.1% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$239 - $292 |
0.7% |
|
Guest Book
|
$113 - $138 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$392 - $480 |
1.1% |
|
Postage
|
$201 - $245 |
0.5% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$212 - $260 |
0.6% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$160 - $196 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$170 - $208 |
0.5% |