For a wedding with 125 guests in the Middletown CT, the estimated total cost is around $44,954 - $54,944. 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 $400. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $44,954 - $54,944.
The average wedding cost in Middletown CT is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $44,954 - $54,944 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Bristol CT, 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 $297 - $363.
In Bristol CT, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,679 - $2,053. This represents about 3.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,381 - $2,910 |
5.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$280 - $342 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$124 - $152 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$297 - $363 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,679 - $2,053 |
3.7% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Middletown CT is $501 - $613. 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 |
$501 - $613 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$501 - $613 |
1.1% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Middletown CT is $320 - $391. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.7% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$320 - $391 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$137 - $167 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$113 - $139 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$69 - $85 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,240 - $2,738, which is 5.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Middletown CT area is $1,559 - $1,905.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,240 - $2,738 |
5.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,559 - $1,905 |
3.5% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$681 - $833 |
1.5% |
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 $17,762 - $21,710, which is about 39.5% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$17,762 - $21,710 |
39.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,647 - $3,235 |
5.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,151 - $6,295 |
11.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,096 - $9,896 |
18.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,868 - $2,284 |
4.2% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,305 - $4,039. This accounts for roughly 7.4% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,305 - $4,039 |
7.4% |
|
Bouquets
|
$703 - $859 |
1.6% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$312 - $382 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$939 - $1,147 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$628 - $768 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$396 - $484 |
0.9% |
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 $899 - $1,099.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$899 - $1,099 |
2.0% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$116 - $142 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$147 - $179 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$428 - $524 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$208 - $254 |
0.5% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $722 - $882. This is approximately 1.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$722 - $882 |
1.6% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$117 - $143 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$55 - $67 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$194 - $237 |
0.4% |
|
Postage
|
$90 - $110 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$104 - $128 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$78 - $96 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$84 - $102 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $967 - $1,181, 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 $576 - $704, which is about 1.3% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,798 - $7,086 |
12.9% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,255 - $5,201 |
9.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$967 - $1,181 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$576 - $704 |
1.3% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Middletown CT area is $310 - $378. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$310 - $378 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$310 - $378 |
0.7% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,168 - $1,428.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,168 - $1,428 |
2.6% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,168 - $1,428 |
2.6% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$498 - $608 |
1.1% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Middletown CT spend between $9,051 - $11,063 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 20.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Middletown CT with 125 guests spend between $4,646 - $5,678 on wedding photography, which is about 10.3% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Middletown CT is $3,488 - $4,264. This makes up a portion of your (7.8%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$9,051 - $11,063 |
20.1% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$409 - $499 |
0.9% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$509 - $622 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,646 - $5,678 |
10.3% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$3,488 - $4,264 |
7.8% |