For a wedding with 125 guests in the Indianapolis IN, the estimated total cost is around $29,052 - $35,508. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Indianapolis IN is approximately $258. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $29,052 - $35,508.
The average wedding cost in Indianapolis IN is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $29,052 - $35,508 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Indianapolis IN, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $269 - $329. 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 $277 - $339.
In Indianapolis IN, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,529 - $1,869. This represents about 5.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,201 - $2,691 |
7.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$269 - $329 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$126 - $154 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$277 - $339 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,529 - $1,869 |
5.3% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Indianapolis IN is $448 - $548. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Indianapolis IN area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$448 - $548 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$448 - $548 |
1.5% |
Beauty Health & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Indianapolis IN is $261 - $319. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.9% of the total budget.
| Beauty Health & Spa Cost |
$261 - $319 |
0.9% |
|
Hair Service
|
$109 - $133 |
0.4% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$94 - $114 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure and Pedicure
|
$59 - $72 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,765 - $2,157, which is 6.1% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Indianapolis IN area is $1,220 - $1,492.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,765 - $2,157 |
6.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,220 - $1,492 |
4.2% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$545 - $666 |
1.9% |
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 Indianapolis IN, you should budget approximately $14,347 - $17,535, which is about 49.4% of your total budget.
| Event Venue & Services Cost |
$14,347 - $17,535 |
49.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,565 - $3,135 |
8.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,907 - $5,997 |
16.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Location Fee
|
$5,100 - $6,234 |
17.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,775 - $2,169 |
6.1% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,921 - $2,347. This accounts for roughly 6.6% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,921 - $2,347 |
6.6% |
|
Bouquets
|
$494 - $604 |
1.7% |
|
Boutonnieres/Corsages
|
$227 - $277 |
0.8% |
|
Ceremony Flowers & Decorations
|
$976 - $1,192 |
3.4% |
|
Exit and Send-off Decorations
|
$224 - $274 |
0.8% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,029 - $1,257. This is approximately 3.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,029 - $1,257 |
3.5% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$130 - $158 |
0.4% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$117 - $143 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$60 - $74 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations and Reply Cards
|
$204 - $250 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$95 - $116 |
0.3% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$126 - $154 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$115 - $141 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$89 - $109 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$93 - $113 |
0.3% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Indianapolis IN spend between $7,080 - $8,654 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 24.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Indianapolis IN with 125 guests spend between $2,822 - $3,450 on wedding photography, which is about 9.7% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Indianapolis IN is $2,531 - $3,093. This makes up a portion of your (8.7%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$7,080 - $8,654 |
24.4% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$284 - $347 |
1.0% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$421 - $515 |
1.4% |
|
Prints/Enlargements
|
$449 - $549 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$573 - $701 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,822 - $3,450 |
9.7% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,531 - $3,093 |
8.7% |