For a wedding with 250 guests in the Denver CO, the estimated total cost is around $67,363 - $82,333. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Denver CO is approximately $299. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $67,363 - $82,333.
The average wedding cost in Denver CO is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $67,363 - $82,333 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Denver CO, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $412 - $504. 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 $444 - $542.
In Denver CO, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,428 - $2,968. This represents about 3.6% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,475 - $4,247 |
5.2% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$412 - $504 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$191 - $233 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$444 - $542 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,428 - $2,968 |
3.6% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Denver CO is $1,127 - $1,377. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Denver CO area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,127 - $1,377 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,127 - $1,377 |
1.7% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Denver CO is $293 - $358. 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 |
$293 - $358 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$124 - $152 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$103 - $125 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$66 - $80 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,243 - $2,741, which is 3.3% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Denver CO area is $1,553 - $1,899.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,243 - $2,741 |
3.3% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,553 - $1,899 |
2.3% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$689 - $843 |
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 Denver CO, you should budget approximately $34,052 - $41,620, which is about 50.6% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$34,052 - $41,620 |
50.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,894 - $7,204 |
8.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$11,364 - $13,890 |
16.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$12,597 - $15,397 |
18.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$4,197 - $5,129 |
6.2% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $5,196 - $6,350. This accounts for roughly 7.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$5,196 - $6,350 |
7.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$690 - $844 |
1.0% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$314 - $384 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$752 - $920 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$988 - $1,208 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,414 - $1,728 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$1,037 - $1,267 |
1.5% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,769 - $2,162.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,769 - $2,162 |
2.6% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$130 - $158 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$175 - $213 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$956 - $1,168 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$509 - $622 |
0.8% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,878 - $2,296. This is approximately 2.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,878 - $2,296 |
2.8% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$319 - $389 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$149 - $183 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$473 - $579 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$216 - $264 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$282 - $344 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$216 - $264 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$223 - $273 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,269 - $1,551, 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 $770 - $941, which is about 1.1% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$7,547 - $9,225 |
11.2% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$5,509 - $6,733 |
8.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,269 - $1,551 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$770 - $941 |
1.1% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Denver CO area is $289 - $353. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$289 - $353 |
0.4% |
|
Officiant
|
$289 - $353 |
0.4% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,145 - $1,399.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,145 - $1,399 |
1.7% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,145 - $1,399 |
1.7% |
| Other Items Cost |
$462 - $564 |
0.7% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$462 - $564 |
0.7% |
On average, couples in Denver CO spend between $6,198 - $7,576 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 9.2% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Denver CO with 250 guests spend between $4,475 - $5,469 on wedding photography, which is about 6.6% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,198 - $7,576 |
9.2% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$328 - $400 |
0.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$414 - $506 |
0.6% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$356 - $436 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$626 - $765 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,475 - $5,469 |
6.6% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,690 - $2,066.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,690 - $2,066 |
2.5% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,690 - $2,066 |
2.5% |