For a wedding with 250 guests in the Fort Wayne, the estimated total cost is around $39,891 - $48,755. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Fort Wayne is approximately $177. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $39,891 - $48,755.
The average wedding cost in Fort Wayne is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $39,891 - $48,755 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Fort Wayne IN, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,101 - $2,567. This represents about 5.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,101 - $2,567 |
5.3% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,101 - $2,567 |
5.3% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Fort Wayne is $1,248 - $1,526. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Fort Wayne area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,248 - $1,526 |
3.1% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,248 - $1,526 |
3.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,507 - $1,841, which is 3.8% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Fort Wayne area is $1,041 - $1,273.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,507 - $1,841 |
3.8% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,041 - $1,273 |
2.6% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$465 - $569 |
1.2% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Fort Wayne, you should budget approximately $26,570 - $32,474, which is about 66.6% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$26,570 - $32,474 |
66.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$13,676 - $16,716 |
34.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,949 - $9,715 |
19.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$4,945 - $6,043 |
12.4% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $5,197 - $6,351. This accounts for roughly 13.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$5,197 - $6,351 |
13.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$444 - $542 |
1.1% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$203 - $249 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$1,024 - $1,252 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$664 - $812 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,735 - $2,121 |
4.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$1,126 - $1,376 |
2.8% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $2,264 - $2,768. This is approximately 5.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$2,264 - $2,768 |
5.7% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$375 - $459 |
0.9% |
|
Guest Book
|
$174 - $212 |
0.4% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$590 - $722 |
1.5% |
|
Postage
|
$267 - $327 |
0.7% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$333 - $407 |
0.8% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$257 - $315 |
0.6% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$267 - $327 |
0.7% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Fort Wayne area is $233 - $285. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$233 - $285 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$233 - $285 |
0.6% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $771 - $943.
| Other Events Cost |
$771 - $943 |
1.9% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$771 - $943 |
1.9% |