For a wedding with 125 guests in the Cottage Grove MN, the estimated total cost is around $40,807 - $49,875. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Cottage Grove MN is approximately $363. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $40,807 - $49,875.
The average wedding cost in Cottage Grove MN is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $40,807 - $49,875 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Cottage Grove MN, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $407 - $497. This represents about 1.0% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $438 - $536.
In Cottage Grove MN, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,429 - $2,969. This represents about 6.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,458 - $4,226 |
8.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$407 - $497 |
1.0% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$184 - $224 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$438 - $536 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,429 - $2,969 |
6.0% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Cottage Grove MN is $454 - $554. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Cottage Grove MN area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$454 - $554 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$454 - $554 |
1.1% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Cottage Grove MN is $282 - $344. 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 |
$282 - $344 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$122 - $149 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$102 - $124 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$59 - $72 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,090 - $2,554, which is 5.1% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Cottage Grove MN area is $1,449 - $1,771.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,090 - $2,554 |
5.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,449 - $1,771 |
3.6% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$641 - $783 |
1.6% |
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 Cottage Grove MN, you should budget approximately $15,875 - $19,403, which is about 38.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$15,875 - $19,403 |
38.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,366 - $2,892 |
5.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,593 - $5,613 |
11.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,249 - $8,859 |
17.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,668 - $2,038 |
4.1% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,154 - $3,854. This accounts for roughly 7.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,154 - $3,854 |
7.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$658 - $804 |
1.6% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$294 - $360 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$906 - $1,108 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$572 - $700 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$421 - $515 |
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 $853 - $1,043.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$853 - $1,043 |
2.1% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$115 - $141 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$157 - $191 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$382 - $466 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$200 - $244 |
0.5% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $709 - $867. This is approximately 1.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$709 - $867 |
1.7% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$122 - $149 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$56 - $68 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$186 - $228 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$69 - $85 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$109 - $133 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$82 - $100 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$86 - $105 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,285 - $1,571, which is about 3.1% 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 $774 - $946, which is about 1.9% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$7,674 - $9,380 |
18.8% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$5,615 - $6,863 |
13.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,285 - $1,571 |
3.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$774 - $946 |
1.9% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Cottage Grove MN area is $258 - $316. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$258 - $316 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$258 - $316 |
0.6% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,052 - $1,286.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,052 - $1,286 |
2.6% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,052 - $1,286 |
2.6% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$414 - $506 |
1.0% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Cottage Grove MN spend between $4,534 - $5,542 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 11.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Cottage Grove MN with 125 guests spend between $4,150 - $5,072 on wedding photography, which is about 10.2% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,534 - $5,542 |
11.1% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$384 - $470 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,150 - $5,072 |
10.2% |