For a wedding with 400 guests in the nashville, the estimated total cost is around $87,810 - $107,324. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in nashville is approximately $244. With a guest count of 400, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $87,810 - $107,324.
The average wedding cost in nashville is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $87,810 - $107,324 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Murfreesboro TN, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $334 - $408. This represents about 0.4% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $344 - $420.
In Murfreesboro TN, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,895 - $2,316. This represents about 2.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,728 - $3,334 |
3.1% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$334 - $408 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$156 - $190 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$344 - $420 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,895 - $2,316 |
2.2% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 400 guests in nashville is $1,866 - $2,280. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the nashville area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,866 - $2,280 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,866 - $2,280 |
2.1% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in nashville is $243 - $297. 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 |
$243 - $297 |
0.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$102 - $124 |
0.1% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$86 - $106 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$55 - $67 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,435 - $1,753, which is 1.6% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the nashville area is $992 - $1,212.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,435 - $1,753 |
1.6% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$992 - $1,212 |
1.1% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$443 - $541 |
0.5% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 400 guest wedding in nashville, you should budget approximately $47,350 - $57,872, which is about 53.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$47,350 - $57,872 |
53.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$10,832 - $13,240 |
12.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$20,720 - $25,324 |
23.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,306 - $10,152 |
9.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$7,492 - $9,156 |
8.5% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $9,148 - $11,180. This accounts for roughly 10.4% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$9,148 - $11,180 |
10.4% |
|
Bouquets
|
$472 - $576 |
0.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$216 - $264 |
0.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,028 - $1,256 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$4,055 - $4,957 |
4.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$3,377 - $4,127 |
3.8% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 400 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $2,085 - $2,549.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$2,085 - $2,549 |
2.4% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$130 - $158 |
0.1% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$178 - $218 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$1,778 - $2,173 |
2.0% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $8,464 - $10,344. This is approximately 9.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$8,464 - $10,344 |
9.6% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$1,366 - $1,670 |
1.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$631 - $771 |
0.7% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$2,146 - $2,622 |
2.4% |
|
Postage
|
$1,203 - $1,471 |
1.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$1,209 - $1,477 |
1.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$937 - $1,145 |
1.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$972 - $1,188 |
1.1% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,018 - $1,244, which is about 1.2% 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 $643 - $785, which is about 0.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$2,426 - $2,965 |
2.8% |
|
Bracelet
|
$235 - $287 |
0.3% |
|
Earrings
|
$233 - $285 |
0.3% |
|
Necklace
|
$297 - $363 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,018 - $1,244 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$643 - $785 |
0.7% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the nashville area is $235 - $287. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$235 - $287 |
0.3% |
|
Officiant
|
$235 - $287 |
0.3% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $734 - $898.
| Other Events Cost |
$734 - $898 |
0.8% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$734 - $898 |
0.8% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in nashville spend between $5,436 - $6,644 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 6.2% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in nashville with 400 guests spend between $2,640 - $3,226 on wedding photography, which is about 3.0% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in nashville is $2,016 - $2,464. This makes up a portion of your (2.3%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,436 - $6,644 |
6.2% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$381 - $465 |
0.4% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$400 - $488 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,640 - $3,226 |
3.0% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,016 - $2,464 |
2.3% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in nashville is estimated to be $1,459 - $1,783. This service accounts for 1.7% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,459 - $1,783 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,459 - $1,783 |
1.7% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $4,203 - $5,137.
| Transportation Cost |
$4,203 - $5,137 |
4.8% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$487 - $595 |
0.6% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$3,716 - $4,542 |
4.2% |