For a wedding with 125 guests in the Charlottesville VA, the estimated total cost is around $42,956 - $52,502. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Charlottesville VA is approximately $382. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $42,956 - $52,502.
The average wedding cost in Charlottesville VA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $42,956 - $52,502 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Keswick VA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $447 - $547. 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 $461 - $563.
In Keswick VA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,540 - $3,104. This represents about 5.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,657 - $4,469 |
8.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$447 - $547 |
1.0% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$209 - $255 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$461 - $563 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,540 - $3,104 |
5.9% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Charlottesville VA is $510 - $624. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Charlottesville VA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$510 - $624 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$510 - $624 |
1.2% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Charlottesville VA is $267 - $327. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.6% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$267 - $327 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$113 - $138 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$95 - $117 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$59 - $73 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,893 - $2,313, which is 4.4% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Charlottesville VA area is $1,308 - $1,598.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,893 - $2,313 |
4.4% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,308 - $1,598 |
3.0% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$585 - $715 |
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 Charlottesville VA, you should budget approximately $16,955 - $20,723, which is about 39.5% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$16,955 - $20,723 |
39.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,849 - $3,483 |
6.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,452 - $6,664 |
12.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,682 - $8,166 |
15.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,972 - $2,410 |
4.6% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,065 - $4,969. This accounts for roughly 9.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,065 - $4,969 |
9.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$530 - $648 |
1.2% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$243 - $297 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,324 - $1,618 |
3.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,109 - $1,355 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$860 - $1,051 |
2.0% |
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 $808 - $988.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$808 - $988 |
1.9% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$143 - $175 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$197 - $241 |
0.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$468 - $572 |
1.1% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $893 - $1,091. This is approximately 2.1% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$893 - $1,091 |
2.1% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$152 - $186 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$70 - $86 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$238 - $290 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$87 - $107 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$134 - $164 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$104 - $127 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$108 - $132 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,400 - $1,711, which is about 3.3% 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 $883 - $1,079, which is about 2.1% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$3,334 - $4,074 |
7.8% |
|
Bracelet
|
$322 - $394 |
0.8% |
|
Earrings
|
$320 - $392 |
0.7% |
|
Necklace
|
$409 - $499 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,400 - $1,711 |
3.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$883 - $1,079 |
2.1% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Charlottesville VA area is $257 - $314. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$257 - $314 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$257 - $314 |
0.6% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $968 - $1,184.
| Other Events Cost |
$968 - $1,184 |
2.3% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$968 - $1,184 |
2.3% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Charlottesville VA spend between $6,194 - $7,570 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 14.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Charlottesville VA with 125 guests spend between $3,027 - $3,699 on wedding photography, which is about 7.0% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Charlottesville VA is $2,311 - $2,825. This makes up a portion of your (5.4%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,194 - $7,570 |
14.4% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$420 - $514 |
1.0% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$436 - $532 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,027 - $3,699 |
7.0% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,311 - $2,825 |
5.4% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Charlottesville VA is estimated to be $1,925 - $2,353. This service accounts for 4.5% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,925 - $2,353 |
4.5% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,925 - $2,353 |
4.5% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,230 - $1,504.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,230 - $1,504 |
2.9% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$532 - $650 |
1.2% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$698 - $854 |
1.6% |