For a wedding with 125 guests in the Columbia Falls MT, the estimated total cost is around $40,577 - $49,594. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Columbia Falls MT is approximately $361. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $40,577 - $49,594.
The average wedding cost in Columbia Falls MT is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $40,577 - $49,594 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Helena MT, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $267 - $327. This represents about 0.7% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $288 - $352.
In Helena MT, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,596 - $1,950. This represents about 3.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,273 - $2,778 |
5.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$267 - $327 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$122 - $149 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$288 - $352 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,596 - $1,950 |
3.9% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Columbia Falls MT is $603 - $737. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Columbia Falls MT area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$603 - $737 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$603 - $737 |
1.5% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Columbia Falls MT is $197 - $241. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.5% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$197 - $241 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$108 - $132 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$89 - $109 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $4,973 - $6,078, which is 12.3% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Columbia Falls MT area is $1,168 - $1,428.
For a live band, couples in Columbia Falls MT typically budget around $3,287 - $4,017 which is 8.1% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$4,973 - $6,078 |
12.3% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,168 - $1,428 |
2.9% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$518 - $633 |
1.3% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,287 - $4,017 |
8.1% |
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 Columbia Falls MT, you should budget approximately $18,110 - $22,134, which is about 44.6% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$18,110 - $22,134 |
44.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,317 - $4,055 |
8.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,440 - $7,872 |
15.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,013 - $7,349 |
14.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,339 - $2,859 |
5.8% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,758 - $3,370. This accounts for roughly 6.8% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,758 - $3,370 |
6.8% |
|
Bouquets
|
$517 - $631 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$682 - $834 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$761 - $930 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$486 - $594 |
1.2% |
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 $1,000 - $1,222.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,000 - $1,222 |
2.5% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$110 - $134 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$149 - $183 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$535 - $653 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$206 - $252 |
0.5% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $752 - $920. This is approximately 1.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$752 - $920 |
1.9% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$126 - $154 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$59 - $72 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$193 - $235 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$89 - $109 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$113 - $139 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$85 - $103 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$88 - $108 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $917 - $1,121, which is about 2.3% 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 $553 - $675, which is about 1.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,470 - $1,796 |
3.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$917 - $1,121 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$553 - $675 |
1.4% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$411 - $503 |
1.0% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Helena MT spend between $3,389 - $4,142 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Columbia Falls MT with 125 guests spend between $2,699 - $3,299 on wedding photography, which is about 6.7% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,389 - $4,142 |
8.4% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$367 - $449 |
0.9% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$322 - $394 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,699 - $3,299 |
6.7% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Columbia Falls MT is estimated to be $3,737 - $4,567. This service accounts for 9.2% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,737 - $4,567 |
9.2% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,737 - $4,567 |
9.2% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $905 - $1,107.
| Transportation Cost |
$905 - $1,107 |
2.2% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$905 - $1,107 |
2.2% |