For a wedding with 125 guests in the Traverse City MI, the estimated total cost is around $39,887 - $48,751. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Traverse City MI is approximately $355. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $39,887 - $48,751.
The average wedding cost in Traverse City MI is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $39,887 - $48,751 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Riverview MI, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $225 - $275. This represents about 0.6% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $242 - $296.
In Riverview MI, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,341 - $1,639. This represents about 3.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,910 - $2,334 |
4.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$225 - $275 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$102 - $124 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$242 - $296 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,341 - $1,639 |
3.4% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Traverse City MI is $535 - $653. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Traverse City MI area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$535 - $653 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$535 - $653 |
1.3% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Traverse City MI is $234 - $286. 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 |
$234 - $286 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$99 - $121 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$82 - $100 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$53 - $65 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,479 - $1,807, which is 3.7% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Traverse City MI area is $1,025 - $1,253.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,479 - $1,807 |
3.7% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,025 - $1,253 |
2.6% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$454 - $554 |
1.1% |
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 Traverse City MI, you should budget approximately $17,006 - $20,785, which is about 42.6% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$17,006 - $20,785 |
42.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,879 - $3,519 |
7.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,590 - $6,832 |
14.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,506 - $7,952 |
16.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,030 - $2,482 |
5.1% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,700 - $3,300. This accounts for roughly 6.8% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,700 - $3,300 |
6.8% |
|
Bouquets
|
$484 - $592 |
1.2% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$217 - $265 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$617 - $754 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$675 - $825 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$432 - $528 |
1.1% |
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 $779 - $952.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$779 - $952 |
2.0% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$133 - $163 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$464 - $567 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$182 - $222 |
0.5% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $554 - $678. This is approximately 1.4% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$554 - $678 |
1.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$51 - $63 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$169 - $207 |
0.4% |
|
Postage
|
$82 - $100 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$99 - $121 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$75 - $91 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$78 - $96 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $756 - $924, which is about 1.9% 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 $455 - $557, which is about 1.1% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,678 - $5,718 |
11.7% |
|
Earrings
|
$165 - $201 |
0.4% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,302 - $4,036 |
8.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$756 - $924 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$455 - $557 |
1.1% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Traverse City MI area is $235 - $287. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$235 - $287 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$235 - $287 |
0.6% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $743 - $909.
| Other Events Cost |
$743 - $909 |
1.9% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$743 - $909 |
1.9% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$376 - $460 |
0.9% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Traverse City MI spend between $4,902 - $5,992 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 12.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Traverse City MI with 125 guests spend between $2,367 - $2,893 on wedding photography, which is about 5.9% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Traverse City MI is $1,815 - $2,219. This makes up a portion of your (4.6%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,902 - $5,992 |
12.3% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$328 - $400 |
0.8% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$392 - $480 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,367 - $2,893 |
5.9% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,815 - $2,219 |
4.6% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Traverse City MI is estimated to be $3,277 - $4,005. This service accounts for 8.2% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,277 - $4,005 |
8.2% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,277 - $4,005 |
8.2% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $480 - $586.
| Transportation Cost |
$480 - $586 |
1.2% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$480 - $586 |
1.2% |