For a wedding with 250 guests in the Bemidji MN, the estimated total cost is around $39,632 - $48,439. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Bemidji MN is approximately $176. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $39,632 - $48,439.
The average wedding cost in Bemidji MN is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $39,632 - $48,439 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Beaver Bay MN, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $196 - $240. 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 $237 - $289.
In Beaver Bay MN, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,300 - $1,588. This represents about 3.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,813 - $2,215 |
4.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$196 - $240 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$80 - $98 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$237 - $289 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,300 - $1,588 |
3.3% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Bemidji MN is $919 - $1,123. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Bemidji MN area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$919 - $1,123 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$919 - $1,123 |
2.3% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Bemidji MN is $183 - $223. 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 |
$183 - $223 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$72 - $88 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$61 - $75 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$50 - $61 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,035 - $1,265, which is 2.6% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Bemidji MN area is $697 - $851.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,035 - $1,265 |
2.6% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$697 - $851 |
1.8% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$338 - $414 |
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 Bemidji MN, you should budget approximately $19,182 - $23,444, which is about 48.4% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$19,182 - $23,444 |
48.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$9,173 - $11,211 |
23.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,695 - $8,183 |
16.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,314 - $4,050 |
8.4% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,548 - $4,336. This accounts for roughly 9.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,548 - $4,336 |
9.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$320 - $391 |
0.8% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$139 - $169 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$931 - $1,137 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$408 - $498 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,023 - $1,251 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$728 - $890 |
1.8% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $794 - $970.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$794 - $970 |
2.0% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$794 - $970 |
2.0% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $2,021 - $2,471. This is approximately 5.1% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$2,021 - $2,471 |
5.1% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$385 - $471 |
1.0% |
|
Guest Book
|
$168 - $206 |
0.4% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$539 - $659 |
1.4% |
|
Postage
|
$272 - $332 |
0.7% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$380 - $464 |
1.0% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$277 - $339 |
0.7% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for HER) is estimated at $652 - $796, which is about 1.6% 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 HIM) is estimated at $392 - $479, which is about 1.0% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,279 - $5,229 |
10.8% |
|
Earrings
|
$165 - $201 |
0.4% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$2,868 - $3,506 |
7.2% |
|
Necklace
|
$203 - $248 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for HER
|
$652 - $796 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for HIM
|
$392 - $479 |
1.0% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Bemidji MN area is $217 - $265. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$217 - $265 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$217 - $265 |
0.5% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $558 - $682.
| Other Events Cost |
$558 - $682 |
1.4% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$558 - $682 |
1.4% |
| Other Items Cost |
$381 - $465 |
1.0% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$381 - $465 |
1.0% |
On average, couples in Bemidji MN spend between $2,590 - $3,166 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 6.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Bemidji MN with 250 guests spend between $1,807 - $2,209 on wedding photography, which is about 4.6% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,590 - $3,166 |
6.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$281 - $343 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$502 - $614 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$1,807 - $2,209 |
4.6% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $2,113 - $2,583.
| Transportation Cost |
$2,113 - $2,583 |
5.3% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$2,113 - $2,583 |
5.3% |