For a wedding with 250 guests in the Louisville KY, the estimated total cost is around $44,681 - $54,610. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Louisville KY is approximately $199. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $44,681 - $54,610.
The average wedding cost in Louisville KY is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $44,681 - $54,610 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Louisville KY, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $239 - $292. 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 $257 - $314.
In Louisville KY, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,403 - $1,715. This represents about 3.1% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,008 - $2,454 |
4.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$239 - $292 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$110 - $134 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$257 - $314 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,403 - $1,715 |
3.1% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Louisville KY is $857 - $1,047. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Louisville KY area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$857 - $1,047 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$857 - $1,047 |
1.9% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Louisville KY is $214 - $262. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.5% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$214 - $262 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$87 - $107 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$73 - $89 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$54 - $66 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,341 - $1,639, which is 3.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Louisville KY area is $929 - $1,135.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,341 - $1,639 |
3.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$929 - $1,135 |
2.1% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$412 - $504 |
0.9% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Louisville KY, you should budget approximately $25,100 - $30,678, which is about 56.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$25,100 - $30,678 |
56.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$4,774 - $5,834 |
10.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$9,199 - $11,243 |
20.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,732 - $9,450 |
17.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,396 - $4,150 |
7.6% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,577 - $4,371. This accounts for roughly 8.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,577 - $4,371 |
8.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$418 - $510 |
0.9% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$190 - $232 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$662 - $810 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$544 - $664 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,075 - $1,313 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$689 - $842 |
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 $1,466 - $1,792.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,466 - $1,792 |
3.3% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$104 - $127 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$140 - $171 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$774 - $946 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$449 - $549 |
1.0% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,685 - $2,059. This is approximately 3.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,685 - $2,059 |
3.8% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$281 - $343 |
0.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$132 - $162 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$419 - $512 |
0.9% |
|
Postage
|
$220 - $268 |
0.5% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$248 - $303 |
0.6% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$189 - $231 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$197 - $241 |
0.4% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $788 - $963, which is about 1.8% 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 $478 - $584, which is about 1.1% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,685 - $5,726 |
10.5% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,419 - $4,179 |
7.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$788 - $963 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$478 - $584 |
1.1% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Louisville KY area is $239 - $293. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$239 - $293 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$239 - $293 |
0.5% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $684 - $836.
| Other Events Cost |
$684 - $836 |
1.5% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$684 - $836 |
1.5% |
| Other Items Cost |
$383 - $468 |
0.9% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$383 - $468 |
0.9% |
On average, couples in Louisville KY spend between $2,443 - $2,985 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 5.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Louisville KY with 250 guests spend between $2,111 - $2,581 on wedding photography, which is about 4.7% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,443 - $2,985 |
5.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$331 - $405 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,111 - $2,581 |
4.7% |