For a wedding with 125 guests in the Boston MA, the estimated total cost is around $36,730 - $44,892. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Boston MA is approximately $326. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $36,730 - $44,892.
The average wedding cost in Boston MA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $36,730 - $44,892 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Brighton MA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $306 - $374. 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 $341 - $417.
In Brighton MA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,872 - $2,288. This represents about 5.1% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,644 - $3,232 |
7.2% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$306 - $374 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$125 - $153 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$341 - $417 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,872 - $2,288 |
5.1% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Boston MA is $486 - $594. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Boston MA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$486 - $594 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$486 - $594 |
1.3% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Boston MA is $303 - $371. 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 |
$303 - $371 |
0.8% |
|
Hair Service
|
$127 - $155 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$110 - $134 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$67 - $81 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,459 - $1,783, which is 4.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Boston MA area is $1,459 - $1,783.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,459 - $1,783 |
4.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,459 - $1,783 |
4.0% |
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 Boston MA, you should budget approximately $20,067 - $24,527, which is about 54.6% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$20,067 - $24,527 |
54.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,268 - $2,772 |
6.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,402 - $5,380 |
12.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$11,351 - $13,873 |
30.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,047 - $2,501 |
5.6% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,238 - $1,514. This accounts for roughly 3.4% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,238 - $1,514 |
3.4% |
|
Bouquets
|
$596 - $728 |
1.6% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$258 - $316 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$384 - $470 |
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 $773 - $945.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$773 - $945 |
2.1% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$103 - $125 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$409 - $499 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$262 - $320 |
0.7% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,038 - $1,268. This is approximately 2.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,038 - $1,268 |
2.8% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$187 - $229 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$77 - $94 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$249 - $305 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$93 - $113 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$176 - $215 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$128 - $156 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$129 - $157 |
0.4% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Boston MA area is $293 - $358. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$293 - $358 |
0.8% |
|
Officiant
|
$293 - $358 |
0.8% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Boston MA spend between $7,897 - $9,651 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 21.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Boston MA with 125 guests spend between $4,257 - $5,203 on wedding photography, which is about 11.6% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Boston MA is $3,640 - $4,448. This makes up a portion of your (9.9%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$7,897 - $9,651 |
21.5% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,257 - $5,203 |
11.6% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$3,640 - $4,448 |
9.9% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $532 - $650.
| Transportation Cost |
$532 - $650 |
1.4% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$532 - $650 |
1.4% |