For a wedding with 125 guests in the Lancaster, the estimated total cost is around $43,948 - $53,714. 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 is approximately $391. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $43,948 - $53,714.
The average wedding cost in Lancaster is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $43,948 - $53,714 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 $280 - $342. 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 $302 - $369.
In Lancaster PA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,647 - $2,013. This represents about 3.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,358 - $2,882 |
5.4% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$280 - $342 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$130 - $158 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$302 - $369 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,647 - $2,013 |
3.7% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Lancaster is $516 - $630. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Lancaster area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$516 - $630 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$516 - $630 |
1.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,052 - $2,508, which is 4.7% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Lancaster area is $1,421 - $1,737.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,052 - $2,508 |
4.7% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,421 - $1,737 |
3.2% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$631 - $771 |
1.4% |
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, you should budget approximately $19,904 - $24,328, which is about 45.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$19,904 - $24,328 |
45.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,817 - $3,443 |
6.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,430 - $6,636 |
12.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$9,653 - $11,798 |
22.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,005 - $2,451 |
4.6% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,047 - $3,724. This accounts for roughly 6.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,047 - $3,724 |
6.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$558 - $682 |
1.3% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$254 - $310 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$824 - $1,007 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$647 - $791 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$414 - $506 |
0.9% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $877 - $1,071. This is approximately 2.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$877 - $1,071 |
2.0% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$149 - $183 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$69 - $85 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$221 - $270 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$101 - $123 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$131 - $161 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$101 - $123 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$104 - $128 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $959 - $1,173, which is about 2.2% 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 $582 - $712, which is about 1.3% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,708 - $6,976 |
13.0% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,166 - $5,092 |
9.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$959 - $1,173 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$582 - $712 |
1.3% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$433 - $529 |
1.0% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Lancaster PA spend between $3,599 - $4,399 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.2% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Lancaster with 125 guests spend between $3,231 - $3,949 on wedding photography, which is about 7.4% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,599 - $4,399 |
8.2% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$368 - $450 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,231 - $3,949 |
7.4% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Lancaster is estimated to be $2,205 - $2,695. This service accounts for 5.0% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,205 - $2,695 |
5.0% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,205 - $2,695 |
5.0% |
