For a wedding with 125 guests in the Athens GA, the estimated total cost is around $34,583 - $42,269. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Athens GA is approximately $307. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $34,583 - $42,269.
The average wedding cost in Athens GA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $34,583 - $42,269 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $266 - $326.
In Peachtree Corners GA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,459 - $1,783. This represents about 4.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,840 - $2,248 |
5.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$114 - $140 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$266 - $326 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,459 - $1,783 |
4.2% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Athens GA is $417 - $509. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Athens GA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$417 - $509 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$417 - $509 |
1.2% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Athens GA is $229 - $279. 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 |
$229 - $279 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$95 - $116 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$79 - $97 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$55 - $67 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,415 - $2,951, which is 7.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Athens GA area is $961 - $1,175.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,415 - $2,951 |
7.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$961 - $1,175 |
2.8% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$426 - $520 |
1.2% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$1,028 - $1,256 |
3.0% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Athens GA, you should budget approximately $13,144 - $16,064, which is about 38.0% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$13,144 - $16,064 |
38.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,228 - $2,723 |
6.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,294 - $5,248 |
12.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,036 - $6,156 |
14.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,586 - $1,938 |
4.6% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,889 - $2,309. This accounts for roughly 5.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,889 - $2,309 |
5.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$457 - $559 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$575 - $703 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$523 - $639 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$334 - $408 |
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 $471 - $575.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$471 - $575 |
1.4% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$110 - $134 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$361 - $441 |
1.0% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $607 - $741. This is approximately 1.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$607 - $741 |
1.8% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$120 - $146 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$56 - $68 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$178 - $218 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$88 - $108 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$81 - $99 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$84 - $102 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $810 - $990, which is about 2.3% 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 $491 - $601, which is about 1.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,001 - $6,113 |
14.5% |
|
Earrings
|
$181 - $221 |
0.5% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,519 - $4,301 |
10.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$810 - $990 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$491 - $601 |
1.4% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Athens GA area is $244 - $298. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$244 - $298 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$244 - $298 |
0.7% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $707 - $865.
| Other Events Cost |
$707 - $865 |
2.0% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$707 - $865 |
2.0% |
| Other Items Cost |
$390 - $476 |
1.1% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$390 - $476 |
1.1% |
On average, couples in Athens GA spend between $5,740 - $7,016 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 16.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Athens GA with 125 guests spend between $2,591 - $3,167 on wedding photography, which is about 7.5% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Athens GA is $1,968 - $2,406. This makes up a portion of your (5.7%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,740 - $7,016 |
16.6% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$353 - $431 |
1.0% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$301 - $367 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$527 - $645 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,591 - $3,167 |
7.5% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,968 - $2,406 |
5.7% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Athens GA is estimated to be $1,491 - $1,823. This service accounts for 4.3% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,491 - $1,823 |
4.3% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,491 - $1,823 |
4.3% |