For a wedding with 250 guests in the Lanham MD, the estimated total cost is around $73,212 - $89,482. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Lanham MD is approximately $325. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $73,212 - $89,482.
The average wedding cost in Lanham MD is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $73,212 - $89,482 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Washington DC, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $394 - $482. This represents about 0.5% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $424 - $518.
In Washington DC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,344 - $2,864. This represents about 3.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,340 - $4,082 |
4.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$394 - $482 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$178 - $218 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$424 - $518 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,344 - $2,864 |
3.2% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Lanham MD is $1,139 - $1,392. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Lanham MD area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,139 - $1,392 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,139 - $1,392 |
1.6% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Lanham MD is $230 - $282. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.3% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$230 - $282 |
0.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$162 - $198 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$68 - $84 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,795 - $3,416, which is 3.8% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Lanham MD area is $1,937 - $2,367.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,795 - $3,416 |
3.8% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,937 - $2,367 |
2.6% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$858 - $1,048 |
1.2% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Lanham MD, you should budget approximately $35,627 - $43,545, which is about 48.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$35,627 - $43,545 |
48.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$6,034 - $7,374 |
8.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$11,714 - $14,318 |
16.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$13,627 - $16,655 |
18.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$4,253 - $5,198 |
5.8% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $5,653 - $6,909. This accounts for roughly 7.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$5,653 - $6,909 |
7.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$895 - $1,093 |
1.2% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$401 - $490 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$773 - $945 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,231 - $1,505 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,436 - $1,756 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$917 - $1,121 |
1.3% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,782 - $2,178.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,782 - $2,178 |
2.4% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$126 - $154 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$172 - $210 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$972 - $1,188 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$512 - $626 |
0.7% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,367 - $1,671. This is approximately 1.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,367 - $1,671 |
1.9% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$312 - $382 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$144 - $176 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$477 - $583 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$214 - $262 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$220 - $268 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,263 - $1,543, which is about 1.7% 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 $761 - $930, which is about 1.0% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$7,899 - $9,655 |
10.8% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$5,521 - $6,747 |
7.5% |
|
Necklace
|
$356 - $435 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,263 - $1,543 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$761 - $930 |
1.0% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Lanham MD area is $301 - $367. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$301 - $367 |
0.4% |
|
Officiant
|
$301 - $367 |
0.4% |
On average, couples in Lanham MD spend between $12,467 - $15,237 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 17.0% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Lanham MD with 250 guests spend between $5,751 - $7,029 on wedding photography, which is about 7.9% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Lanham MD is $4,408 - $5,388. This makes up a portion of your (6.0%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$12,467 - $15,237 |
17.0% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$343 - $419 |
0.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$422 - $516 |
0.6% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$502 - $614 |
0.7% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$376 - $460 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$664 - $812 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$5,751 - $7,029 |
7.9% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$4,408 - $5,388 |
6.0% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $613 - $749.
| Transportation Cost |
$613 - $749 |
0.8% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$613 - $749 |
0.8% |