For a wedding with 125 guests in the Lancaster PA, the estimated total cost is around $39,809 - $48,655. This budget is a full estimate based on local averages across all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Lancaster PA is approximately $354. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $39,809 - $48,655.
The average wedding cost in Lancaster PA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $39,809 - $48,655 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Lancaster PA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $340 - $416. This represents about 0.9% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $366 - $448.
In Lancaster PA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,030 - $2,481. This represents about 5.1% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,890 - $3,532 |
7.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$340 - $416 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$154 - $188 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$366 - $448 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,030 - $2,481 |
5.1% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Lancaster PA is $490 - $598. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Lancaster PA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$490 - $598 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$490 - $598 |
1.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,028 - $2,478, which is 5.1% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Lancaster PA area is $1,405 - $1,717.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,028 - $2,478 |
5.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,405 - $1,717 |
3.5% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$623 - $761 |
1.6% |
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 Lancaster PA, you should budget approximately $17,078 - $20,874, which is about 42.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$17,078 - $20,874 |
42.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,653 - $3,243 |
6.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,152 - $6,296 |
12.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,403 - $9,048 |
18.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,871 - $2,287 |
4.7% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,768 - $3,383. This accounts for roughly 7.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,768 - $3,383 |
7.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$593 - $725 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$837 - $1,023 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$618 - $756 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$395 - $483 |
1.0% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $639 - $781. This is approximately 1.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$639 - $781 |
1.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$60 - $74 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$199 - $243 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$83 - $101 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$117 - $143 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$88 - $108 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$92 - $112 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,138 - $1,390, which is about 2.9% 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 $686 - $838, which is about 1.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,798 - $8,308 |
17.1% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,974 - $6,080 |
12.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,138 - $1,390 |
2.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$686 - $838 |
1.7% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$434 - $530 |
1.1% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Lancaster PA spend between $4,262 - $5,210 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 10.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Lancaster PA with 125 guests spend between $3,871 - $4,731 on wedding photography, which is about 9.7% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,262 - $5,210 |
10.7% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$392 - $479 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,871 - $4,731 |
9.7% |
