For a wedding with 125 guests in the Nashville, the estimated total cost is around $28,864 - $35,278. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Nashville is approximately $257. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $28,864 - $35,278.
The average wedding cost in Nashville is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $28,864 - $35,278 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Nashville TN, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $167 - $205. 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 $187 - $229.
In Nashville TN, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,024 - $1,252. This represents about 3.5% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,447 - $1,769 |
5.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$167 - $205 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$68 - $84 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$187 - $229 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,024 - $1,252 |
3.5% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Nashville is $392 - $480. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Nashville area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$392 - $480 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$392 - $480 |
1.4% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Nashville is $217 - $265. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.8% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$217 - $265 |
0.8% |
|
Hair Service
|
$89 - $109 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$77 - $94 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$51 - $63 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $4,051 - $4,951, which is 14.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Nashville area is $838 - $1,024.
For a live band, couples in Nashville typically budget around $2,805 - $3,429 which is 9.7% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$4,051 - $4,951 |
14.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$838 - $1,024 |
2.9% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$408 - $498 |
1.4% |
|
Live Band
|
$2,805 - $3,429 |
9.7% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Nashville, you should budget approximately $12,679 - $15,497, which is about 43.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$12,679 - $15,497 |
43.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$1,819 - $2,223 |
6.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$3,532 - $4,316 |
12.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,960 - $7,284 |
20.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,369 - $1,673 |
4.7% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,143 - $2,619. This accounts for roughly 7.4% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,143 - $2,619 |
7.4% |
|
Bouquets
|
$401 - $491 |
1.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$175 - $213 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$320 - $391 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$499 - $609 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$437 - $535 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$311 - $381 |
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 $329 - $402.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$329 - $402 |
1.1% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$329 - $402 |
1.1% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $659 - $805. This is approximately 2.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$659 - $805 |
2.3% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$140 - $171 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$59 - $72 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$186 - $228 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$85 - $103 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$95 - $116 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$95 - $117 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $590 - $722, which is about 2.0% 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 $356 - $435, which is about 1.2% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$946 - $1,156 |
3.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$590 - $722 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$356 - $435 |
1.2% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $671 - $821.
| Other Events Cost |
$671 - $821 |
2.3% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$671 - $821 |
2.3% |
| Other Items Cost |
$397 - $485 |
1.4% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$397 - $485 |
1.4% |
On average, couples in Nashville spend between $2,222 - $2,716 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 7.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Nashville with 125 guests spend between $1,967 - $2,405 on wedding photography, which is about 6.8% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,222 - $2,716 |
7.7% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$255 - $311 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$1,967 - $2,405 |
6.8% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Nashville is estimated to be $2,711 - $3,313. This service accounts for 9.4% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,711 - $3,313 |
9.4% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$2,711 - $3,313 |
9.4% |