For a wedding with 125 guests in the Middletown CT, the estimated total cost is around $52,923 - $64,683. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Middletown CT is approximately $470. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $52,923 - $64,683.
The average wedding cost in Middletown CT is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $52,923 - $64,683 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Waterbury CT, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $260 - $318. 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 $279 - $341.
In Waterbury CT, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,549 - $1,893. This represents about 2.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,205 - $2,695 |
4.2% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$260 - $318 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$117 - $143 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$279 - $341 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,549 - $1,893 |
2.9% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Middletown CT is $544 - $664. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Middletown CT area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$544 - $664 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$544 - $664 |
1.0% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Middletown CT is $343 - $419. 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 |
$343 - $419 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$151 - $185 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$124 - $152 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$68 - $83 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $9,368 - $11,450, which is 17.7% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Middletown CT area is $1,817 - $2,221.
For a live band, couples in Middletown CT typically budget around $5,108 - $6,244 which is 9.7% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$9,368 - $11,450 |
17.7% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,817 - $2,221 |
3.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$804 - $982 |
1.5% |
|
Live Band
|
$5,108 - $6,244 |
9.7% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$1,639 - $2,003 |
3.1% |
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 Middletown CT, you should budget approximately $19,480 - $23,808, which is about 36.8% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$19,480 - $23,808 |
36.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,910 - $3,556 |
5.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,650 - $6,906 |
10.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,868 - $10,838 |
16.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,052 - $2,508 |
3.9% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,653 - $3,243. This accounts for roughly 5.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,653 - $3,243 |
5.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,097 - $1,341 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$686 - $838 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$503 - $615 |
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 $977 - $1,194.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$977 - $1,194 |
1.8% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$113 - $138 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$152 - $186 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$469 - $573 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$243 - $297 |
0.5% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $784 - $958. This is approximately 1.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$784 - $958 |
1.5% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$148 - $180 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$68 - $84 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$226 - $276 |
0.4% |
|
Postage
|
$105 - $129 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$132 - $162 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$104 - $128 |
0.2% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$480 - $586 |
0.9% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Waterbury CT spend between $9,671 - $11,820 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 18.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Middletown CT with 125 guests spend between $4,196 - $5,128 on wedding photography, which is about 7.9% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Middletown CT is $3,217 - $3,931. This makes up a portion of your (6.1%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$9,671 - $11,820 |
18.3% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$343 - $419 |
0.6% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$375 - $459 |
0.7% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$501 - $613 |
0.9% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$375 - $459 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$663 - $811 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,196 - $5,128 |
7.9% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$3,217 - $3,931 |
6.1% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Middletown CT is estimated to be $5,808 - $7,098. This service accounts for 11.0% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$5,808 - $7,098 |
11.0% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$5,808 - $7,098 |
11.0% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $612 - $748.
| Transportation Cost |
$612 - $748 |
1.2% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$612 - $748 |
1.2% |