For a wedding with 125 guests in the Boulder , the estimated total cost is around $38,893 - $47,535. This budget is a full estimate based on local averages across all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Boulder is approximately $346. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $38,893 - $47,535.
The average wedding cost in Boulder is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $38,893 - $47,535 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Boulder CO, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $430 - $526. This represents about 1.1% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $444 - $542.
In Boulder CO, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,443 - $2,985. This represents about 6.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,517 - $4,299 |
9.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$430 - $526 |
1.1% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$201 - $245 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$444 - $542 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,443 - $2,985 |
6.3% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Boulder is $576 - $704. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Boulder area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$576 - $704 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$576 - $704 |
1.5% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,233 - $2,729, which is 5.7% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Boulder area is $1,544 - $1,887.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,233 - $2,729 |
5.7% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,544 - $1,887 |
4.0% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$689 - $843 |
1.8% |
Event Venue & Services
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Boulder , you should budget approximately $18,892 - $23,090, which is about 48.6% of your total budget.
| Event Venue & Services Cost |
$18,892 - $23,090 |
48.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,164 - $3,867 |
8.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,053 - $7,399 |
15.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Location Fee
|
$7,487 - $9,151 |
19.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,188 - $2,674 |
5.6% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,404 - $5,382. This accounts for roughly 11.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,404 - $5,382 |
11.3% |
|
Bouquets
|
$644 - $787 |
1.7% |
|
Boutonnieres/Corsages
|
$295 - $361 |
0.8% |
|
Ceremony Flowers & Decorations
|
$1,252 - $1,530 |
3.2% |
|
Reception and Table Flowers & Decorations
|
$971 - $1,187 |
2.5% |
|
Venue Decorations
|
$1,242 - $1,518 |
3.2% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,126 - $1,376. This is approximately 2.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,126 - $1,376 |
2.9% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$142 - $174 |
0.4% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$128 - $156 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$66 - $80 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations and Reply Cards
|
$224 - $274 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$103 - $125 |
0.3% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$139 - $169 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$127 - $155 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$97 - $119 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$101 - $123 |
0.3% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Boulder CO spend between $5,563 - $6,799 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 14.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Boulder with 125 guests spend between $3,571 - $4,365 on wedding photography, which is about 9.2% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,563 - $6,799 |
14.3% |
|
Photography/Videography Add-Ons
|
$585 - $715 |
1.5% |
|
Pre-Wedding or Post-Wedding Photoshoot
|
$712 - $870 |
1.8% |
|
Raw Footage
|
$695 - $849 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,571 - $4,365 |
9.2% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Boulder is estimated to be $2,271 - $2,775. This service accounts for 5.8% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,271 - $2,775 |
5.8% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,271 - $2,775 |
5.8% |
