For a wedding with 125 guests in the Brainerd MN, the estimated total cost is around $36,688 - $44,840. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Brainerd MN is approximately $326. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $36,688 - $44,840.
The average wedding cost in Brainerd MN is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $36,688 - $44,840 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Minneapolis MN, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $340 - $416. 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 $365 - $447.
In Minneapolis MN, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,024 - $2,474. This represents about 5.5% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,883 - $3,523 |
7.9% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$340 - $416 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$153 - $187 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$365 - $447 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,024 - $2,474 |
5.5% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Brainerd MN is $548 - $670. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Brainerd MN area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$548 - $670 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$548 - $670 |
1.5% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Brainerd MN is $212 - $260. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.6% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$212 - $260 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$87 - $107 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$73 - $89 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$52 - $64 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,420 - $1,736, which is 3.9% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Brainerd MN area is $985 - $1,203.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,420 - $1,736 |
3.9% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$985 - $1,203 |
2.7% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$436 - $532 |
1.2% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Brainerd MN, you should budget approximately $16,039 - $19,603, which is about 43.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$16,039 - $19,603 |
43.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,900 - $3,544 |
7.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,631 - $6,883 |
15.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,464 - $6,678 |
14.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,044 - $2,498 |
5.6% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,474 - $3,024. This accounts for roughly 6.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,474 - $3,024 |
6.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$450 - $550 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$286 - $350 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$603 - $737 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$692 - $846 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$443 - $541 |
1.2% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $468 - $572.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$468 - $572 |
1.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$468 - $572 |
1.3% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $779 - $953. This is approximately 2.1% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$779 - $953 |
2.1% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$103 - $125 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$53 - $65 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$176 - $216 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$71 - $87 |
0.2% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$113 - $139 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$104 - $127 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$78 - $96 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$81 - $99 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,067 - $1,305, 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 $643 - $785, which is about 1.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,376 - $7,792 |
17.4% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,666 - $5,702 |
12.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,067 - $1,305 |
2.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$643 - $785 |
1.8% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Brainerd MN area is $230 - $281. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$230 - $281 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$230 - $281 |
0.6% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $714 - $872.
| Other Events Cost |
$714 - $872 |
1.9% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$714 - $872 |
1.9% |
| Other Items Cost |
$367 - $449 |
1.0% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$367 - $449 |
1.0% |
On average, couples in Brainerd MN spend between $3,353 - $4,099 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 9.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Brainerd MN with 125 guests spend between $2,603 - $3,181 on wedding photography, which is about 7.1% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,353 - $4,099 |
9.1% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$367 - $449 |
1.0% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$383 - $469 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,603 - $3,181 |
7.1% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $824 - $1,008.
| Transportation Cost |
$824 - $1,008 |
2.2% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$824 - $1,008 |
2.2% |