For a wedding with 250 guests in the Ventura CA, the estimated total cost is around $61,835 - $75,576. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Ventura CA is approximately $275. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $61,835 - $75,576.
The average wedding cost in Ventura CA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $61,835 - $75,576 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Ventura CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $306 - $374. 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 $330 - $404.
In Ventura CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,825 - $2,231. This represents about 3.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,600 - $3,178 |
4.2% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$306 - $374 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$139 - $169 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$330 - $404 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,825 - $2,231 |
3.0% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Ventura CA is $1,100 - $1,344. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Ventura CA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,100 - $1,344 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,100 - $1,344 |
1.8% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Ventura CA is $354 - $432. 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 |
$354 - $432 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$153 - $187 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$127 - $155 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$74 - $90 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $7,529 - $9,203, which is 12.2% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Ventura CA area is $1,770 - $2,164.
For a live band, couples in Ventura CA typically budget around $4,976 - $6,082 which is 8.0% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$7,529 - $9,203 |
12.2% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,770 - $2,164 |
2.9% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$783 - $957 |
1.3% |
|
Live Band
|
$4,976 - $6,082 |
8.0% |
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 Ventura CA, you should budget approximately $23,432 - $28,640, which is about 37.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$23,432 - $28,640 |
37.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$6,425 - $7,853 |
10.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$12,477 - $15,249 |
20.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$4,531 - $5,537 |
7.3% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,283 - $5,235. This accounts for roughly 6.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,283 - $5,235 |
6.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$703 - $859 |
1.1% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$314 - $384 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$988 - $1,208 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,390 - $1,698 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$888 - $1,086 |
1.4% |
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 $1,035 - $1,265.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,035 - $1,265 |
1.7% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$1,035 - $1,265 |
1.7% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,585 - $1,937. This is approximately 2.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,585 - $1,937 |
2.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$145 - $177 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$480 - $586 |
0.8% |
|
Postage
|
$248 - $303 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$281 - $343 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$212 - $259 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$221 - $270 |
0.4% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,034 - $1,264, 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 $624 - $762, which is about 1.0% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,658 - $2,026 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,034 - $1,264 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$624 - $762 |
1.0% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,284 - $1,570.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,284 - $1,570 |
2.1% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,284 - $1,570 |
2.1% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$523 - $639 |
0.8% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Ventura CA spend between $10,128 - $12,378 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 16.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Ventura CA with 250 guests spend between $5,181 - $6,333 on wedding photography, which is about 8.4% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Ventura CA is $3,973 - $4,855. This makes up a portion of your (6.4%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$10,128 - $12,378 |
16.4% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$428 - $523 |
0.7% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$546 - $668 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$5,181 - $6,333 |
8.4% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$3,973 - $4,855 |
6.4% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Ventura CA is estimated to be $5,657 - $6,914. This service accounts for 9.1% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$5,657 - $6,914 |
9.1% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$5,657 - $6,914 |
9.1% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $667 - $815.
| Transportation Cost |
$667 - $815 |
1.1% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$667 - $815 |
1.1% |