For a wedding with 250 guests in the Excelsior MN, the estimated total cost is around $49,106 - $60,018. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Excelsior MN is approximately $218. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $49,106 - $60,018.
The average wedding cost in Excelsior MN is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $49,106 - $60,018 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Minneapolis MN, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $338 - $414. This represents about 0.7% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $365 - $446.
In Minneapolis MN, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,016 - $2,464. This represents about 4.1% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,872 - $3,510 |
5.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$338 - $414 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$153 - $187 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$365 - $446 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,016 - $2,464 |
4.1% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Excelsior MN is $950 - $1,161. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Excelsior MN area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$950 - $1,161 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$950 - $1,161 |
1.9% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Excelsior MN is $275 - $336. 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 |
$275 - $336 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$118 - $144 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$98 - $120 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$59 - $72 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,021 - $2,471, which is 4.1% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Excelsior MN area is $1,401 - $1,713.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,021 - $2,471 |
4.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,401 - $1,713 |
2.9% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$620 - $758 |
1.3% |
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 Excelsior MN, you should budget approximately $29,849 - $36,482, which is about 60.8% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$29,849 - $36,482 |
60.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,259 - $6,427 |
10.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$10,209 - $12,477 |
20.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$10,674 - $13,046 |
21.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,707 - $4,531 |
7.5% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,688 - $3,286. This accounts for roughly 5.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,688 - $3,286 |
5.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$600 - $734 |
1.2% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$269 - $329 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,198 - $1,464 |
2.4% |
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 $1,110 - $1,356.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,110 - $1,356 |
2.3% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$111 - $135 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$151 - $185 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$848 - $1,036 |
1.7% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,499 - $1,832. This is approximately 3.1% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,499 - $1,832 |
3.1% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$251 - $307 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$115 - $141 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$383 - $469 |
0.8% |
|
Postage
|
$180 - $220 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$224 - $274 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$169 - $207 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$176 - $215 |
0.4% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,124 - $1,374, 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 $678 - $828, which is about 1.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,802 - $2,202 |
3.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,124 - $1,374 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$678 - $828 |
1.4% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,017 - $1,243.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,017 - $1,243 |
2.1% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,017 - $1,243 |
2.1% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$414 - $506 |
0.8% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Excelsior MN spend between $4,611 - $5,635 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 9.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Excelsior MN with 250 guests spend between $4,039 - $4,937 on wedding photography, which is about 8.2% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,611 - $5,635 |
9.4% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$572 - $699 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,039 - $4,937 |
8.2% |