For a wedding with 125 guests in the Virginia Beach VA, the estimated total cost is around $38,998 - $47,664. 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 $347. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $38,998 - $47,664.
The average wedding cost in Virginia Beach VA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $38,998 - $47,664 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Virginia Beach VA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $311 - $380. This represents about 0.8% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $329 - $403.
In Virginia Beach VA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,866 - $2,280. This represents about 4.8% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,645 - $3,233 |
6.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$311 - $380 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$140 - $171 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$329 - $403 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,866 - $2,280 |
4.8% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Virginia Beach VA is $488 - $596. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Virginia Beach VA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$488 - $596 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$488 - $596 |
1.3% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Virginia Beach VA is $200 - $244. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.5% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$200 - $244 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$110 - $134 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$90 - $110 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $6,629 - $8,102, which is 17.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Virginia Beach VA area is $1,337 - $1,634.
For a live band, couples in Virginia Beach VA typically budget around $3,528 - $4,312 which is 9.0% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$6,629 - $8,102 |
17.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,337 - $1,634 |
3.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$576 - $704 |
1.5% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,528 - $4,312 |
9.0% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$1,188 - $1,452 |
3.0% |
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 Virginia Beach VA, you should budget approximately $16,764 - $20,490, which is about 43.0% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$16,764 - $20,490 |
43.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,582 - $3,156 |
6.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,021 - $6,137 |
12.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,331 - $8,961 |
18.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,830 - $2,236 |
4.7% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,916 - $3,564. This accounts for roughly 7.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,916 - $3,564 |
7.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$562 - $686 |
1.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$250 - $306 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$785 - $959 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$615 - $751 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$381 - $465 |
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 $866 - $1,058.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$866 - $1,058 |
2.2% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$106 - $130 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$135 - $165 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$419 - $512 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$206 - $252 |
0.5% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $817 - $999. This is approximately 2.1% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$817 - $999 |
2.1% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$116 - $142 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$55 - $67 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$192 - $234 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$77 - $95 |
0.2% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$113 - $139 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$103 - $125 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$78 - $96 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$83 - $101 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,070 - $1,308, which is about 2.7% 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 $637 - $779, which is about 1.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,707 - $2,087 |
4.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,070 - $1,308 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$637 - $779 |
1.6% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Virginia Beach VA area is $263 - $321. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$263 - $321 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$263 - $321 |
0.7% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$424 - $518 |
1.1% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Virginia Beach VA spend between $4,607 - $5,631 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 11.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Virginia Beach VA with 125 guests spend between $3,673 - $4,489 on wedding photography, which is about 9.4% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,607 - $5,631 |
11.8% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$376 - $460 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$558 - $682 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,673 - $4,489 |
9.4% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $672 - $822.
| Transportation Cost |
$672 - $822 |
1.7% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$672 - $822 |
1.7% |