For a wedding with 250 guests in the Minneapolis MN, the estimated total cost is around $53,462 - $65,342. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Minneapolis MN is approximately $238. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $53,462 - $65,342.
The average wedding cost in Minneapolis MN is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $53,462 - $65,342 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Minneapolis MN, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $728 - $890. This represents about 1.4% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $785 - $959.
In Minneapolis MN, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $4,290 - $5,244. This represents about 8.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$5,803 - $7,093 |
10.9% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$728 - $890 |
1.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$785 - $959 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$4,290 - $5,244 |
8.0% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Minneapolis MN is $1,003 - $1,225. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Minneapolis MN area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,003 - $1,225 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,003 - $1,225 |
1.9% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Minneapolis MN is $225 - $275. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.4% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$225 - $275 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$122 - $150 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$103 - $125 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $3,874 - $4,734, which is 7.2% of your total.
For a live band, couples in Minneapolis MN typically budget around $3,874 - $4,734 which is 7.2% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$3,874 - $4,734 |
7.2% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,874 - $4,734 |
7.2% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Minneapolis MN, you should budget approximately $30,484 - $37,258, which is about 57.0% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$30,484 - $37,258 |
57.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,562 - $6,798 |
10.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$10,722 - $13,104 |
20.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$14,200 - $17,356 |
26.6% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,930 - $3,582. This accounts for roughly 5.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,930 - $3,582 |
5.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$596 - $728 |
1.1% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$271 - $331 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,258 - $1,538 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$806 - $985 |
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 $1,452 - $1,774.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,452 - $1,774 |
2.7% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$902 - $1,102 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$550 - $672 |
1.0% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $2,185 - $2,671. This is approximately 4.1% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$2,185 - $2,671 |
4.1% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$345 - $421 |
0.6% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$514 - $628 |
1.0% |
|
Postage
|
$209 - $255 |
0.4% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$337 - $411 |
0.6% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$305 - $373 |
0.6% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$233 - $285 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$243 - $297 |
0.5% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Minneapolis MN area is $258 - $316. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$258 - $316 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$258 - $316 |
0.5% |
On average, couples in Minneapolis MN spend between $3,695 - $4,517 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 6.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Minneapolis MN with 250 guests spend between $3,216 - $3,930 on wedding photography, which is about 6.0% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,695 - $4,517 |
6.9% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$480 - $586 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,216 - $3,930 |
6.0% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,553 - $1,898.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,553 - $1,898 |
2.9% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,553 - $1,898 |
2.9% |