For a wedding with 250 guests in the Garden Grove CA, the estimated total cost is around $64,520 - $78,858. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Garden Grove CA is approximately $287. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $64,520 - $78,858.
The average wedding cost in Garden Grove CA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $64,520 - $78,858 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Lake Forest CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $401 - $491. 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 $433 - $529.
In Lake Forest CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,395 - $2,927. This represents about 3.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,411 - $4,169 |
5.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$401 - $491 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$182 - $222 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$433 - $529 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,395 - $2,927 |
3.7% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Garden Grove CA is $1,076 - $1,315. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Garden Grove CA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,076 - $1,315 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,076 - $1,315 |
1.7% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Garden Grove CA is $317 - $387. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.5% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$317 - $387 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$134 - $164 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$111 - $135 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$72 - $88 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,000 - $2,444, which is 3.1% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Garden Grove CA area is $1,386 - $1,694.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,000 - $2,444 |
3.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,386 - $1,694 |
2.1% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$614 - $750 |
1.0% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Garden Grove CA, you should budget approximately $31,445 - $38,433, which is about 48.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$31,445 - $38,433 |
48.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,743 - $7,019 |
8.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$11,150 - $13,628 |
17.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$10,503 - $12,837 |
16.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$4,049 - $4,949 |
6.3% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,846 - $5,922. This accounts for roughly 7.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,846 - $5,922 |
7.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$708 - $866 |
1.1% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$317 - $387 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$709 - $867 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$885 - $1,081 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,358 - $1,660 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$869 - $1,062 |
1.3% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,732 - $2,116.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,732 - $2,116 |
2.7% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$143 - $175 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$194 - $238 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$925 - $1,131 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$469 - $573 |
0.7% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,727 - $2,111. This is approximately 2.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,727 - $2,111 |
2.7% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$286 - $350 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$132 - $162 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$437 - $534 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$221 - $271 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$257 - $314 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$194 - $237 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$201 - $245 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,234 - $1,508, 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 $743 - $909, which is about 1.2% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$7,371 - $9,009 |
11.4% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$5,394 - $6,592 |
8.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,234 - $1,508 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$743 - $909 |
1.2% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Garden Grove CA area is $319 - $389. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$319 - $389 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$319 - $389 |
0.5% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,006 - $1,230.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,006 - $1,230 |
1.6% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,006 - $1,230 |
1.6% |
| Other Items Cost |
$510 - $624 |
0.8% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$510 - $624 |
0.8% |
On average, couples in Garden Grove CA spend between $3,678 - $4,496 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 5.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Garden Grove CA with 250 guests spend between $3,201 - $3,913 on wedding photography, which is about 5.0% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,678 - $4,496 |
5.7% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$477 - $583 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,201 - $3,913 |
5.0% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Garden Grove CA is estimated to be $4,432 - $5,416. This service accounts for 6.9% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$4,432 - $5,416 |
6.9% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$4,432 - $5,416 |
6.9% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $652 - $796.
| Transportation Cost |
$652 - $796 |
1.0% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$652 - $796 |
1.0% |