For a wedding with 125 guests in the Raleigh NC, the estimated total cost is around $23,700 - $28,966. This budget is a full estimate based on local averages across all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Raleigh NC is approximately $211. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $23,700 - $28,966.
The average wedding cost in Raleigh NC is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $23,700 - $28,966 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Raleigh NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $260 - $318. This represents about 1.1% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $280 - $342.
In Raleigh NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,532 - $1,872. This represents about 6.5% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,072 - $2,532 |
8.7% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$260 - $318 |
1.1% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$280 - $342 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,532 - $1,872 |
6.5% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Raleigh NC is $414 - $506. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Raleigh NC area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$414 - $506 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$414 - $506 |
1.7% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,545 - $1,889, which is 6.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Raleigh NC area is $1,071 - $1,309.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,545 - $1,889 |
6.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,071 - $1,309 |
4.5% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$474 - $580 |
2.0% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Raleigh NC, you should budget approximately $13,587 - $16,607, which is about 57.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$13,587 - $16,607 |
57.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,213 - $2,705 |
9.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,266 - $5,214 |
18.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,533 - $6,763 |
23.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,575 - $1,925 |
6.6% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,065 - $1,301. This accounts for roughly 4.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,065 - $1,301 |
4.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$504 - $616 |
2.1% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$229 - $279 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$332 - $406 |
1.4% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $315 - $385. This is approximately 1.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$315 - $385 |
1.3% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$123 - $151 |
0.5% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$109 - $133 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$83 - $101 |
0.3% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Raleigh NC spend between $2,434 - $2,974 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 10.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Raleigh NC with 125 guests spend between $2,434 - $2,974 on wedding photography, which is about 10.3% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,434 - $2,974 |
10.3% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,434 - $2,974 |
10.3% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Raleigh NC is estimated to be $1,661 - $2,031. This service accounts for 7.0% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,661 - $2,031 |
7.0% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,661 - $2,031 |
7.0% |
