For a wedding with 125 guests in the Louisville, the estimated total cost is around $30,922 - $37,794. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Louisville is approximately $275. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $30,922 - $37,794.
The average wedding cost in Louisville is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $30,922 - $37,794 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Louisville KY, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $276 - $338. 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 $293 - $358.
In Louisville KY, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,655 - $2,023. This represents about 5.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,347 - $2,869 |
7.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$276 - $338 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$123 - $151 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$293 - $358 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,655 - $2,023 |
5.4% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Louisville is $421 - $515. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Louisville area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$421 - $515 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$421 - $515 |
1.4% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Louisville is $218 - $266. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.7% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$218 - $266 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$91 - $111 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$75 - $91 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$52 - $64 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,402 - $1,714, which is 4.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Louisville area is $980 - $1,198.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,402 - $1,714 |
4.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$980 - $1,198 |
3.2% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$422 - $516 |
1.4% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Louisville, you should budget approximately $13,338 - $16,302, which is about 43.1% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$13,338 - $16,302 |
43.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,185 - $2,671 |
7.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,250 - $5,194 |
13.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,353 - $6,543 |
17.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,550 - $1,894 |
5.0% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,409 - $2,945. This accounts for roughly 7.8% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,409 - $2,945 |
7.8% |
|
Bouquets
|
$469 - $573 |
1.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$209 - $255 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$281 - $343 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$591 - $723 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$531 - $649 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$329 - $402 |
1.1% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $767 - $937.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$767 - $937 |
2.5% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$103 - $125 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$131 - $160 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$355 - $433 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$179 - $219 |
0.6% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $614 - $750. This is approximately 2.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$614 - $750 |
2.0% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$101 - $123 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$47 - $57 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$166 - $202 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$73 - $89 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$89 - $109 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$68 - $83 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$71 - $87 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $909 - $1,111, which is about 2.9% 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 $542 - $662, which is about 1.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,450 - $6,661 |
17.6% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,999 - $4,887 |
12.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$909 - $1,111 |
2.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$542 - $662 |
1.8% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Louisville area is $240 - $294. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$240 - $294 |
0.8% |
|
Officiant
|
$240 - $294 |
0.8% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $750 - $916.
| Other Events Cost |
$750 - $916 |
2.4% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$750 - $916 |
2.4% |
| Other Items Cost |
$387 - $473 |
1.3% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$387 - $473 |
1.3% |
On average, couples in Louisville spend between $2,579 - $3,153 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Louisville with 125 guests spend between $2,218 - $2,710 on wedding photography, which is about 7.2% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,579 - $3,153 |
8.3% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$362 - $442 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,218 - $2,710 |
7.2% |