For a wedding with 125 guests in the Louisville KY, the estimated total cost is around $37,623 - $45,983. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Louisville KY is approximately $334. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $37,623 - $45,983.
The average wedding cost in Louisville KY is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $37,623 - $45,983 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Louisville KY, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $263 - $321. 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 $284 - $347.
In Louisville KY, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,568 - $1,916. This represents about 4.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,233 - $2,729 |
5.9% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$263 - $321 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$119 - $145 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$284 - $347 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,568 - $1,916 |
4.2% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Louisville KY is $408 - $498. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Louisville KY area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$408 - $498 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$408 - $498 |
1.1% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Louisville KY is $154 - $188. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.4% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$154 - $188 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$100 - $122 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$54 - $66 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,528 - $1,868, which is 4.1% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Louisville KY area is $1,059 - $1,295.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,528 - $1,868 |
4.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,059 - $1,295 |
2.8% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$469 - $573 |
1.2% |
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 Louisville KY, you should budget approximately $13,378 - $16,350, which is about 35.6% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$13,378 - $16,350 |
35.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,183 - $2,669 |
5.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,239 - $5,181 |
11.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,415 - $6,619 |
14.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,540 - $1,882 |
4.1% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,525 - $3,087. This accounts for roughly 6.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,525 - $3,087 |
6.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$501 - $613 |
1.3% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$224 - $274 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$643 - $785 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$515 - $629 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$372 - $454 |
1.0% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $672 - $822.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$672 - $822 |
1.8% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$141 - $173 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$352 - $430 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$179 - $219 |
0.5% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $652 - $796. This is approximately 1.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$652 - $796 |
1.7% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$110 - $134 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$50 - $62 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$167 - $204 |
0.4% |
|
Postage
|
$77 - $94 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$97 - $119 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$74 - $90 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$77 - $95 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $865 - $1,057, 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 $521 - $637, which is about 1.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,163 - $6,311 |
13.7% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,777 - $4,617 |
10.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$865 - $1,057 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$521 - $637 |
1.4% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Louisville KY area is $239 - $293. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$239 - $293 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$239 - $293 |
0.6% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $769 - $939.
| Other Events Cost |
$769 - $939 |
2.0% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$769 - $939 |
2.0% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$383 - $469 |
1.0% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Louisville KY spend between $5,513 - $6,739 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 14.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Louisville KY with 125 guests spend between $2,924 - $3,574 on wedding photography, which is about 7.8% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Louisville KY is $2,242 - $2,740. This makes up a portion of your (6.0%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,513 - $6,739 |
14.7% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$347 - $425 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,924 - $3,574 |
7.8% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,242 - $2,740 |
6.0% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Louisville KY is estimated to be $3,388 - $4,140. This service accounts for 9.0% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,388 - $4,140 |
9.0% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,388 - $4,140 |
9.0% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $617 - $755.
| Transportation Cost |
$617 - $755 |
1.6% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$617 - $755 |
1.6% |