For a wedding with 400 guests in the Minneapolis MN, the estimated total cost is around $61,917 - $75,677. 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 $172. With a guest count of 400, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $61,917 - $75,677.
The average wedding cost in Minneapolis MN is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $61,917 - $75,677 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Saint Paul MN, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $381 - $465. This represents about 0.6% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $410 - $502.
In Saint Paul MN, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,243 - $2,741. This represents about 3.6% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,210 - $3,924 |
5.2% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$381 - $465 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$176 - $216 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$410 - $502 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,243 - $2,741 |
3.6% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 400 guests in Minneapolis MN is $1,828 - $2,234. 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 $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,828 - $2,234 |
3.0% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,828 - $2,234 |
3.0% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Minneapolis MN is $277 - $339. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.4% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$277 - $339 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$119 - $145 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$100 - $122 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$59 - $72 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,725 - $2,109, which is 2.8% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Minneapolis MN area is $1,195 - $1,461.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,725 - $2,109 |
2.8% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,195 - $1,461 |
1.9% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$530 - $648 |
0.9% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 400 guest wedding in Minneapolis MN, you should budget approximately $37,096 - $45,340, which is about 59.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$37,096 - $45,340 |
59.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$19,980 - $24,420 |
32.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$9,740 - $11,904 |
15.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$7,376 - $9,016 |
11.9% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $725 - $886. This accounts for roughly 1.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$725 - $886 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$725 - $886 |
1.2% |
For wedding favors for 400 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,849 - $2,259.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,849 - $2,259 |
3.0% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$169 - $207 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$1,679 - $2,053 |
2.7% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $843 - $1,031. This is approximately 1.4% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$843 - $1,031 |
1.4% |
|
Postage
|
$471 - $575 |
0.8% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$373 - $455 |
0.6% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,193 - $1,459, which is about 1.9% 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 $725 - $886, which is about 1.2% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$7,100 - $8,678 |
11.5% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$5,182 - $6,334 |
8.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,193 - $1,459 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$725 - $886 |
1.2% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Minneapolis MN area is $258 - $316. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$258 - $316 |
0.4% |
|
Officiant
|
$258 - $316 |
0.4% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $879 - $1,075.
| Other Events Cost |
$879 - $1,075 |
1.4% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$879 - $1,075 |
1.4% |
On average, couples in Minneapolis MN spend between $6,126 - $7,488 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 9.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Minneapolis MN with 400 guests spend between $3,481 - $4,255 on wedding photography, which is about 5.6% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Minneapolis MN is $2,645 - $3,233. This makes up a portion of your (4.3%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,126 - $7,488 |
9.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,481 - $4,255 |
5.6% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,645 - $3,233 |
4.3% |