For a wedding with 125 guests in the Louisville, the estimated total cost is around $28,851 - $35,263. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Louisville is approximately $256. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $28,851 - $35,263.
The average wedding cost in Louisville is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $28,851 - $35,263 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Louisville KY, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $236 - $288. This represents about 0.8% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $255 - $311.
In Louisville KY, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,408 - $1,720. This represents about 4.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,005 - $2,451 |
7.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$236 - $288 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$107 - $131 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$255 - $311 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,408 - $1,720 |
4.9% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Louisville is $367 - $449. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Louisville area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$367 - $449 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$367 - $449 |
1.3% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Louisville is $219 - $267. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.8% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$219 - $267 |
0.8% |
|
Hair Service
|
$90 - $110 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$75 - $91 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$54 - $66 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,387 - $1,695, which is 4.8% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Louisville area is $961 - $1,175.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,387 - $1,695 |
4.8% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$961 - $1,175 |
3.3% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$426 - $520 |
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 Louisville, you should budget approximately $12,630 - $15,436, which is about 43.8% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$12,630 - $15,436 |
43.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,022 - $2,472 |
7.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$3,927 - $4,799 |
13.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,255 - $6,423 |
18.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,426 - $1,742 |
4.9% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,228 - $2,723. This accounts for roughly 7.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,228 - $2,723 |
7.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$437 - $534 |
1.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$195 - $239 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$565 - $691 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$464 - $567 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$297 - $363 |
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 $742 - $906.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$742 - $906 |
2.6% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$101 - $123 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$137 - $167 |
0.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$326 - $398 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$178 - $218 |
0.6% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $654 - $800. This is approximately 2.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$654 - $800 |
2.3% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$109 - $133 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$50 - $62 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$167 - $204 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$80 - $98 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$98 - $120 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$74 - $90 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$77 - $94 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $794 - $970, which is about 2.8% 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 $479 - $585, which is about 1.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,743 - $5,797 |
16.4% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,470 - $4,242 |
12.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$794 - $970 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$479 - $585 |
1.7% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Louisville area is $239 - $293. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$239 - $293 |
0.8% |
|
Officiant
|
$239 - $293 |
0.8% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $698 - $853.
| Other Events Cost |
$698 - $853 |
2.4% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$698 - $853 |
2.4% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$383 - $469 |
1.3% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Louisville spend between $2,557 - $3,125 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Louisville with 125 guests spend between $2,219 - $2,713 on wedding photography, which is about 7.7% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,557 - $3,125 |
8.9% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$338 - $413 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,219 - $2,713 |
7.7% |