For a wedding with 125 guests in the Columbia Falls MT, the estimated total cost is around $28,506 - $34,840. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Columbia Falls MT is approximately $253. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $28,506 - $34,840.
The average wedding cost in Columbia Falls MT is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $28,506 - $34,840 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Boise ID, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $202 - $246. This represents about 0.7% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $225 - $275.
In Boise ID, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,236 - $1,510. This represents about 4.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,744 - $2,132 |
6.1% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$202 - $246 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$82 - $100 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$225 - $275 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,236 - $1,510 |
4.3% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Columbia Falls MT is $533 - $651. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Columbia Falls MT area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$533 - $651 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$533 - $651 |
1.9% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Columbia Falls MT is $159 - $195. 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 |
$159 - $195 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$86 - $105 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$74 - $90 |
0.3% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $788 - $964, which is 2.8% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Columbia Falls MT area is $788 - $964.
| Entertainment Cost |
$788 - $964 |
2.8% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$788 - $964 |
2.8% |
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 Columbia Falls MT, you should budget approximately $15,235 - $18,621, which is about 53.4% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$15,235 - $18,621 |
53.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,566 - $3,136 |
9.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,982 - $6,089 |
17.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,757 - $7,037 |
20.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,931 - $2,360 |
6.8% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,523 - $3,083. This accounts for roughly 8.8% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,523 - $3,083 |
8.8% |
|
Bouquets
|
$420 - $514 |
1.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$183 - $223 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$507 - $619 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$659 - $805 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$468 - $572 |
1.6% |
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 $463 - $565.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$463 - $565 |
1.6% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$463 - $565 |
1.6% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $383 - $468. This is approximately 1.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$383 - $468 |
1.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$51 - $63 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$167 - $204 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$79 - $97 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$86 - $105 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for HER) is estimated at $691 - $845, which is about 2.4% 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 HIM) is estimated at $416 - $508, which is about 1.5% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,107 - $1,353 |
3.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for HER
|
$691 - $845 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for HIM
|
$416 - $508 |
1.5% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Columbia Falls MT 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 $631 - $771.
| Other Events Cost |
$631 - $771 |
2.2% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$631 - $771 |
2.2% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$420 - $514 |
1.5% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Columbia Falls MT spend between $4,280 - $5,232 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 15.0% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Columbia Falls MT with 125 guests spend between $2,147 - $2,624 on wedding photography, which is about 7.5% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Columbia Falls MT is $1,836 - $2,244. This makes up a portion of your (6.4%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,280 - $5,232 |
15.0% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$298 - $364 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,147 - $2,624 |
7.5% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,836 - $2,244 |
6.4% |