For a wedding with 125 guests in the Minneapolis MN, the estimated total cost is around $40,453 - $49,443. 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 $360. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $40,453 - $49,443.
The average wedding cost in Minneapolis MN is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $40,453 - $49,443 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Minneapolis MN, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $346 - $422. This represents about 0.9% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $357 - $437.
In Minneapolis MN, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,967 - $2,404. This represents about 4.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,831 - $3,460 |
7.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$346 - $422 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$161 - $197 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$357 - $437 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,967 - $2,404 |
4.9% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Minneapolis MN is $440 - $538. 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 |
$440 - $538 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$440 - $538 |
1.1% |
Beauty Health & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Minneapolis MN is $264 - $322. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.7% of the total budget.
| Beauty Health & Spa Cost |
$264 - $322 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$109 - $133 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$93 - $113 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure and Pedicure
|
$62 - $76 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,791 - $2,189, which is 4.4% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Minneapolis MN area is $1,238 - $1,513.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,791 - $2,189 |
4.4% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,238 - $1,513 |
3.1% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$554 - $677 |
1.4% |
Event Venue & Services
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Minneapolis MN, you should budget approximately $14,288 - $17,463, which is about 35.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue & Services Cost |
$14,288 - $17,463 |
35.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,399 - $2,932 |
5.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,589 - $5,609 |
11.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location Fee
|
$5,640 - $6,894 |
13.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,660 - $2,028 |
4.1% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,433 - $4,195. This accounts for roughly 8.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,433 - $4,195 |
8.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$537 - $657 |
1.3% |
|
Boutonnieres/Corsages
|
$247 - $301 |
0.6% |
|
Ceremony Flowers & Decorations
|
$958 - $1,170 |
2.4% |
|
Reception and Table Flowers & Decorations
|
$742 - $906 |
1.8% |
|
Venue Decorations
|
$950 - $1,161 |
2.3% |
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 $922 - $1,126.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$922 - $1,126 |
2.3% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$135 - $165 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$185 - $227 |
0.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$394 - $482 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$207 - $253 |
0.5% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $993 - $1,213. This is approximately 2.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$993 - $1,213 |
2.5% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$126 - $154 |
0.3% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$113 - $138 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$58 - $70 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations and Reply Cards
|
$197 - $241 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$93 - $113 |
0.2% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$122 - $149 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$111 - $135 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$86 - $105 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$89 - $109 |
0.2% |
Other Events & Items
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $916 - $1,120.
| Other Events & Items Cost |
$1,393 - $1,703 |
3.4% |
|
Lodging
|
$477 - $583 |
1.2% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$916 - $1,120 |
2.3% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Minneapolis MN spend between $14,100 - $17,234 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 34.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Minneapolis MN with 125 guests spend between $2,864 - $3,500 on wedding photography, which is about 7.1% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Minneapolis MN is $2,187 - $2,673. This makes up a portion of your (5.4%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$14,100 - $17,234 |
34.9% |
|
Additional Hours of Coverage
|
$375 - $459 |
0.9% |
|
Custom USB Drives or Digital Delivery
|
$248 - $304 |
0.6% |
|
Destination/Travel Fees
|
$1,521 - $1,859 |
3.8% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$303 - $371 |
0.7% |
|
Drone Photography/Videography
|
$500 - $612 |
1.2% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$418 - $510 |
1.0% |
|
Live Streaming Services
|
$890 - $1,088 |
2.2% |
|
Parent Albums
|
$504 - $616 |
1.2% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$455 - $556 |
1.1% |
|
Photography/Videography Add-Ons
|
$532 - $650 |
1.3% |
|
Pre-Wedding or Post-Wedding Photoshoot
|
$648 - $792 |
1.6% |
|
Prints/Enlargements
|
$339 - $415 |
0.8% |
|
Raw Footage
|
$632 - $772 |
1.6% |
|
Second Photographer/Shooter
|
$542 - $662 |
1.3% |
|
Specialty Prints
|
$530 - $648 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$612 - $748 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,864 - $3,500 |
7.1% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,187 - $2,673 |
5.4% |