For a wedding with 125 guests in the Blowing Rock NC, the estimated total cost is around $31,195 - $38,127. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Blowing Rock NC is approximately $277. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $31,195 - $38,127.
The average wedding cost in Blowing Rock NC is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $31,195 - $38,127 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Charlotte NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $312 - $382. This represents about 1.0% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $347 - $425.
In Charlotte NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,909 - $2,333. This represents about 6.1% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,696 - $3,295 |
8.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$312 - $382 |
1.0% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$127 - $155 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$347 - $425 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,909 - $2,333 |
6.1% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Blowing Rock NC is $440 - $538. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Blowing Rock NC area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$440 - $538 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$440 - $538 |
1.4% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Blowing Rock NC is $186 - $228. 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 |
$186 - $228 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$73 - $89 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$63 - $77 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$50 - $62 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $3,084 - $3,770, which is 9.9% of your total.
For a live band, couples in Blowing Rock NC typically budget around $2,410 - $2,946 which is 7.7% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$3,084 - $3,770 |
9.9% |
|
Live Band
|
$2,410 - $2,946 |
7.7% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$674 - $824 |
2.2% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Blowing Rock NC, you should budget approximately $12,347 - $15,091, which is about 39.6% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$12,347 - $15,091 |
39.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,099 - $2,565 |
6.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,075 - $4,981 |
13.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$4,593 - $5,613 |
14.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,580 - $1,932 |
5.1% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,980 - $2,420. This accounts for roughly 6.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,980 - $2,420 |
6.3% |
|
Bouquets
|
$319 - $389 |
1.0% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$139 - $169 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$271 - $331 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$411 - $503 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$491 - $601 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$349 - $427 |
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 $568 - $694.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$568 - $694 |
1.8% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$189 - $231 |
0.6% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$379 - $463 |
1.2% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $500 - $611. This is approximately 1.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$500 - $611 |
1.6% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$118 - $144 |
0.4% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$158 - $193 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$63 - $77 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$80 - $98 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$81 - $99 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $958 - $1,170, which is about 3.1% 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 $575 - $703, which is about 1.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,533 - $1,873 |
4.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$958 - $1,170 |
3.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$575 - $703 |
1.8% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Blowing Rock NC area is $220 - $268. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$220 - $268 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$220 - $268 |
0.7% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $577 - $705.
| Other Events Cost |
$577 - $705 |
1.8% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$577 - $705 |
1.8% |
| Other Items Cost |
$386 - $472 |
1.2% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$386 - $472 |
1.2% |
On average, couples in Blowing Rock NC spend between $4,427 - $5,411 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 14.2% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Blowing Rock NC with 125 guests spend between $1,818 - $2,222 on wedding photography, which is about 5.8% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Blowing Rock NC is $1,554 - $1,900. This makes up a portion of your (5.0%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,427 - $5,411 |
14.2% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$229 - $279 |
0.7% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$340 - $416 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$486 - $594 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$1,818 - $2,222 |
5.8% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,554 - $1,900 |
5.0% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Blowing Rock NC is estimated to be $1,349 - $1,649. This service accounts for 4.3% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,349 - $1,649 |
4.3% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,349 - $1,649 |
4.3% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $903 - $1,103.
| Transportation Cost |
$903 - $1,103 |
2.9% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$903 - $1,103 |
2.9% |