For a wedding with 250 guests in the Virginia Beach VA, the estimated total cost is around $55,784 - $68,180. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Virginia Beach VA is approximately $248. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $55,784 - $68,180.
The average wedding cost in Virginia Beach VA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $55,784 - $68,180 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Chesapeake VA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $274 - $334. This represents about 0.5% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $302 - $370.
In Chesapeake VA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,743 - $2,131. This represents about 3.1% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,447 - $2,991 |
4.4% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$274 - $334 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$128 - $156 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$302 - $370 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,743 - $2,131 |
3.1% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Chesapeake VA is $172 - $210. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.3% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$172 - $210 |
0.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$70 - $86 |
0.1% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$58 - $70 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$44 - $54 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,263 - $2,765, which is 4.1% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Virginia Beach VA area is $1,021 - $1,247.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,263 - $2,765 |
4.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,021 - $1,247 |
1.8% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$380 - $464 |
0.7% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$862 - $1,054 |
1.5% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,959 - $4,839. This accounts for roughly 7.1% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,959 - $4,839 |
7.1% |
|
Bouquets
|
$487 - $595 |
0.9% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$219 - $267 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$661 - $807 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,678 - $2,050 |
3.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$915 - $1,119 |
1.6% |
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 $1,886 - $2,305.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,886 - $2,305 |
3.4% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$151 - $185 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$180 - $220 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$1,021 - $1,247 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$534 - $652 |
1.0% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,831 - $2,237. This is approximately 3.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,831 - $2,237 |
3.3% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$255 - $311 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$121 - $147 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$440 - $538 |
0.8% |
|
Postage
|
$199 - $243 |
0.4% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$249 - $305 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$221 - $271 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$168 - $206 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$177 - $217 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for HER) is estimated at $909 - $1,111, which is about 1.6% 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 HIM) is estimated at $536 - $656, which is about 1.0% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,829 - $7,125 |
10.4% |
|
Bracelet
|
$207 - $253 |
0.4% |
|
Earrings
|
$180 - $220 |
0.3% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,997 - $4,885 |
7.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for HER
|
$909 - $1,111 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for HIM
|
$536 - $656 |
1.0% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Chesapeake VA spend between $3,797 - $4,641 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 6.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Virginia Beach VA with 250 guests spend between $1,826 - $2,232 on wedding photography, which is about 3.3% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Virginia Beach VA is $1,233 - $1,507. This makes up a portion of your (2.2%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,797 - $4,641 |
6.8% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$376 - $460 |
0.7% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$362 - $442 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$1,826 - $2,232 |
3.3% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,233 - $1,507 |
2.2% |
Planner/Consultant
| Planner/Consultant Cost |
$931 - $1,137 |
1.7% |
Venue, Catering & Rentals
| Venue, Catering & Rentals Cost |
$32,670 - $39,930 |
58.6% |