For a wedding with 250 guests in the Denver CO, the estimated total cost is around $61,718 - $75,433. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Denver CO is approximately $274. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $61,718 - $75,433.
The average wedding cost in Denver CO is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $61,718 - $75,433 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Commerce City CO, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $254 - $310. This represents about 0.4% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $268 - $328.
In Commerce City CO, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,518 - $1,856. This represents about 2.5% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,154 - $2,632 |
3.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$254 - $310 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$113 - $139 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$268 - $328 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,518 - $1,856 |
2.5% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Denver CO is $1,207 - $1,475. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Denver CO area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,207 - $1,475 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,207 - $1,475 |
2.0% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Denver CO is $304 - $372. 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 |
$304 - $372 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$133 - $163 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$110 - $134 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$61 - $75 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $4,517 - $5,521, which is 7.3% of your total.
For a live band, couples in Denver CO typically budget around $3,884 - $4,747 which is 6.3% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$4,517 - $5,521 |
7.3% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$634 - $774 |
1.0% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,884 - $4,747 |
6.3% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Denver CO, you should budget approximately $33,071 - $40,421, which is about 53.6% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$33,071 - $40,421 |
53.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$6,473 - $7,911 |
10.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$12,587 - $15,385 |
20.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$9,423 - $11,517 |
15.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$4,588 - $5,608 |
7.4% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $5,045 - $6,166. This accounts for roughly 8.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$5,045 - $6,166 |
8.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$656 - $802 |
1.1% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$293 - $359 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$851 - $1,041 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,523 - $1,861 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$943 - $1,153 |
1.5% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,051 - $1,285.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,051 - $1,285 |
1.7% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$1,051 - $1,285 |
1.7% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,735 - $2,121. This is approximately 2.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,735 - $2,121 |
2.8% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$279 - $341 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$131 - $161 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$460 - $562 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$230 - $281 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$248 - $304 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$188 - $230 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$199 - $243 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $871 - $1,065, which is about 1.4% 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 $519 - $635, which is about 0.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,391 - $1,700 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$871 - $1,065 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$519 - $635 |
0.8% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Denver CO area is $282 - $344. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$282 - $344 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$282 - $344 |
0.5% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,126 - $1,376.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,126 - $1,376 |
1.8% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,126 - $1,376 |
1.8% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$455 - $556 |
0.7% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Denver CO spend between $3,927 - $4,799 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 6.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Denver CO with 250 guests spend between $3,327 - $4,067 on wedding photography, which is about 5.4% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,927 - $4,799 |
6.4% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$599 - $733 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,327 - $4,067 |
5.4% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Denver CO is estimated to be $4,891 - $5,977. This service accounts for 7.9% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$4,891 - $5,977 |
7.9% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$4,891 - $5,977 |
7.9% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $563 - $689.
| Transportation Cost |
$563 - $689 |
0.9% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$563 - $689 |
0.9% |