For a wedding with 250 guests in the Framingham MA, the estimated total cost is around $53,684 - $65,614. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Framingham MA is approximately $239. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $53,684 - $65,614.
The average wedding cost in Framingham MA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $53,684 - $65,614 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Reading MA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $476 - $582. 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 $505 - $617.
In Reading MA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,850 - $3,484. This represents about 5.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$4,044 - $4,942 |
7.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$476 - $582 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$212 - $260 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$505 - $617 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,850 - $3,484 |
5.3% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Framingham MA is $1,136 - $1,388. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Framingham MA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,136 - $1,388 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,136 - $1,388 |
2.1% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Framingham MA is $311 - $381. 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 |
$311 - $381 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$135 - $165 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$111 - $135 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$66 - $80 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $5,675 - $6,937, which is 10.6% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Framingham MA area is $1,393 - $1,703.
For a live band, couples in Framingham MA typically budget around $3,681 - $4,499 which is 6.9% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$5,675 - $6,937 |
10.6% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,393 - $1,703 |
2.6% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$601 - $735 |
1.1% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,681 - $4,499 |
6.9% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Framingham MA, you should budget approximately $31,310 - $38,268, which is about 58.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$31,310 - $38,268 |
58.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,785 - $7,071 |
10.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$11,253 - $13,753 |
21.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$10,170 - $12,430 |
18.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$4,102 - $5,014 |
7.6% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $777 - $949. This accounts for roughly 1.4% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$777 - $949 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$777 - $949 |
1.4% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $940 - $1,148.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$940 - $1,148 |
1.8% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$940 - $1,148 |
1.8% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,709 - $2,089. This is approximately 3.2% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,709 - $2,089 |
3.2% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$279 - $341 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$131 - $161 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$459 - $561 |
0.9% |
|
Postage
|
$209 - $255 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$247 - $301 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$186 - $228 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$198 - $242 |
0.4% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,430 - $1,748, which is about 2.7% 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 $851 - $1,040, which is about 1.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$2,281 - $2,787 |
4.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,430 - $1,748 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$851 - $1,040 |
1.6% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Framingham MA area is $304 - $372. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$304 - $372 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$304 - $372 |
0.6% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,067 - $1,305.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,067 - $1,305 |
2.0% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,067 - $1,305 |
2.0% |
| Other Items Cost |
$491 - $600 |
0.9% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$491 - $600 |
0.9% |
On average, couples in Framingham MA spend between $3,640 - $4,448 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 6.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Framingham MA with 250 guests spend between $3,155 - $3,857 on wedding photography, which is about 5.9% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,640 - $4,448 |
6.8% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$484 - $592 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,155 - $3,857 |
5.9% |