For a wedding with 250 guests in the Minneapolis MN, the estimated total cost is around $52,018 - $63,578. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Minneapolis MN is approximately $231. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $52,018 - $63,578.
The average wedding cost in Minneapolis MN is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $52,018 - $63,578 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Bay City MI, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $202 - $246. This represents about 0.4% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $214 - $262.
In Bay City MI, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,211 - $1,480. This represents about 2.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,716 - $2,098 |
3.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$202 - $246 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$90 - $110 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$214 - $262 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,211 - $1,480 |
2.3% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Minneapolis MN is $910 - $1,112. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Minneapolis MN area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$910 - $1,112 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$910 - $1,112 |
1.7% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Minneapolis MN is $249 - $305. 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 |
$249 - $305 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$105 - $129 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$87 - $107 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$57 - $69 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,598 - $1,953, which is 3.1% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Minneapolis MN area is $1,116 - $1,364.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,598 - $1,953 |
3.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,116 - $1,364 |
2.1% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$482 - $589 |
0.9% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Minneapolis MN, you should budget approximately $26,494 - $32,382, which is about 50.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$26,494 - $32,382 |
50.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$4,862 - $5,942 |
9.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$9,456 - $11,558 |
18.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,729 - $10,669 |
16.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,447 - $4,213 |
6.6% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,963 - $4,843. This accounts for roughly 7.6% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,963 - $4,843 |
7.6% |
|
Bouquets
|
$545 - $667 |
1.0% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$242 - $296 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$680 - $831 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,148 - $1,403 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$711 - $869 |
1.4% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,401 - $1,713.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,401 - $1,713 |
2.7% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$91 - $111 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$116 - $142 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$788 - $964 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$406 - $496 |
0.8% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,427 - $1,744. This is approximately 2.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,427 - $1,744 |
2.7% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$228 - $278 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$108 - $132 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$375 - $459 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$198 - $242 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$202 - $246 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$154 - $188 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$162 - $198 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $719 - $879, which is about 1.4% 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 $428 - $523, which is about 0.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,310 - $5,268 |
8.3% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,164 - $3,867 |
6.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$719 - $879 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$428 - $523 |
0.8% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Minneapolis MN area is $261 - $319. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$261 - $319 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$261 - $319 |
0.5% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $855 - $1,045.
| Other Events Cost |
$855 - $1,045 |
1.6% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$855 - $1,045 |
1.6% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$421 - $515 |
0.8% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Minneapolis MN spend between $4,700 - $5,744 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 9.0% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Minneapolis MN with 250 guests spend between $2,527 - $3,089 on wedding photography, which is about 4.9% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Minneapolis MN is $1,850 - $2,262. This makes up a portion of your (3.6%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,700 - $5,744 |
9.0% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$322 - $394 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,527 - $3,089 |
4.9% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,850 - $2,262 |
3.6% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Minneapolis MN is estimated to be $3,713 - $4,539. This service accounts for 7.1% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,713 - $4,539 |
7.1% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,713 - $4,539 |
7.1% |