For a wedding with 125 guests in the Louisville KY, the estimated total cost is around $41,350 - $50,538. 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 $368. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $41,350 - $50,538.
The average wedding cost in Louisville KY is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $41,350 - $50,538 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 $279 - $341. 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 $301 - $367.
In Louisville KY, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,663 - $2,033. This represents about 4.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,370 - $2,896 |
5.7% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$279 - $341 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$127 - $155 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$301 - $367 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,663 - $2,033 |
4.0% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Louisville KY is $472 - $576. 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 $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$472 - $576 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$472 - $576 |
1.1% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Louisville KY is $248 - $304. 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 |
$248 - $304 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$106 - $130 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$88 - $108 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$54 - $66 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,871 - $2,287, which is 4.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Louisville KY area is $1,297 - $1,585.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,871 - $2,287 |
4.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,297 - $1,585 |
3.1% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$574 - $702 |
1.4% |
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 $16,142 - $19,729, which is about 39.0% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$16,142 - $19,729 |
39.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,572 - $3,144 |
6.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,994 - $6,104 |
12.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,762 - $8,264 |
16.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,814 - $2,217 |
4.4% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,824 - $3,452. This accounts for roughly 6.8% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,824 - $3,452 |
6.8% |
|
Bouquets
|
$534 - $652 |
1.3% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$239 - $292 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$763 - $933 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$595 - $727 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$381 - $465 |
0.9% |
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 $860 - $1,052.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$860 - $1,052 |
2.1% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$101 - $123 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$137 - $167 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$415 - $507 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$208 - $254 |
0.5% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $745 - $911. This is approximately 1.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$745 - $911 |
1.8% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$127 - $155 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$59 - $72 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$193 - $235 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$80 - $98 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$113 - $138 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$86 - $105 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$89 - $109 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $951 - $1,163, 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 $572 - $700, which is about 1.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,681 - $6,943 |
13.7% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,157 - $5,081 |
10.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$951 - $1,163 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$572 - $700 |
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 $941 - $1,151.
| Other Events Cost |
$941 - $1,151 |
2.3% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$941 - $1,151 |
2.3% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$383 - $469 |
0.9% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Louisville KY spend between $3,809 - $4,655 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 9.2% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Louisville KY with 125 guests spend between $3,472 - $4,244 on wedding photography, which is about 8.4% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,809 - $4,655 |
9.2% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$337 - $411 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,472 - $4,244 |
8.4% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Louisville KY is estimated to be $4,146 - $5,068. This service accounts for 10.0% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$4,146 - $5,068 |
10.0% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$4,146 - $5,068 |
10.0% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $617 - $755.
| Transportation Cost |
$617 - $755 |
1.5% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$617 - $755 |
1.5% |