For a wedding with 250 guests in the Nashville TN, the estimated total cost is around $39,019 - $47,689. 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 TN is approximately $173. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $39,019 - $47,689.
The average wedding cost in Nashville TN is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $39,019 - $47,689 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Nashville TN, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $185 - $226. This represents about 0.5% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $206 - $252.
In Nashville TN, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,131 - $1,383. This represents about 2.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,598 - $1,953 |
4.1% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$185 - $226 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$76 - $92 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$206 - $252 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,131 - $1,383 |
2.9% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Nashville TN is $840 - $1,026. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Nashville TN area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$840 - $1,026 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$840 - $1,026 |
2.2% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Nashville TN is $158 - $194. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.4% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$158 - $194 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$86 - $105 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$73 - $89 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $3,119 - $3,812, which is 8.0% of your total.
For a live band, couples in Nashville TN typically budget around $2,723 - $3,329 which is 7.0% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$3,119 - $3,812 |
8.0% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$395 - $483 |
1.0% |
|
Live Band
|
$2,723 - $3,329 |
7.0% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Nashville TN, you should budget approximately $22,035 - $26,931, which is about 56.5% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$22,035 - $26,931 |
56.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$4,046 - $4,945 |
10.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$7,857 - $9,603 |
20.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,087 - $8,661 |
18.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,046 - $3,722 |
7.8% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,236 - $3,955. This accounts for roughly 8.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,236 - $3,955 |
8.3% |
|
Bouquets
|
$377 - $461 |
1.0% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$164 - $200 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$473 - $579 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$935 - $1,143 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$664 - $812 |
1.7% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $730 - $892.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$730 - $892 |
1.9% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$730 - $892 |
1.9% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,364 - $1,668. This is approximately 3.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,364 - $1,668 |
3.5% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$272 - $332 |
0.7% |
|
Guest Book
|
$112 - $136 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$363 - $443 |
0.9% |
|
Postage
|
$178 - $218 |
0.5% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$255 - $311 |
0.7% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$185 - $227 |
0.5% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $644 - $787, which is about 1.6% 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 $388 - $474, which is about 1.0% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,031 - $1,261 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$644 - $787 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$388 - $474 |
1.0% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Nashville TN spend between $2,277 - $2,783 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 5.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Nashville TN with 250 guests spend between $1,910 - $2,334 on wedding photography, which is about 4.9% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,277 - $2,783 |
5.8% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$367 - $449 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$1,910 - $2,334 |
4.9% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Nashville TN is estimated to be $2,632 - $3,216. This service accounts for 6.7% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,632 - $3,216 |
6.7% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$2,632 - $3,216 |
6.7% |