For a wedding with 125 guests in the Gainesville FL, the estimated total cost is around $31,449 - $38,437. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Gainesville FL is approximately $280. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $31,449 - $38,437.
The average wedding cost in Gainesville FL is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $31,449 - $38,437 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Alachua FL, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $257 - $314. This represents about 0.8% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $276 - $338.
In Alachua FL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,514 - $1,850. This represents about 4.8% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,165 - $2,647 |
6.9% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$257 - $314 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$119 - $145 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$276 - $338 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,514 - $1,850 |
4.8% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Gainesville FL is $473 - $579. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Gainesville FL area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$473 - $579 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$473 - $579 |
1.5% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Gainesville FL is $212 - $259. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.7% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$212 - $259 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$86 - $106 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$72 - $88 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$53 - $65 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,322 - $1,616, which is 4.2% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Gainesville FL area is $916 - $1,120.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,322 - $1,616 |
4.2% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$916 - $1,120 |
2.9% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$406 - $496 |
1.3% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Gainesville FL, you should budget approximately $14,387 - $17,585, which is about 45.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$14,387 - $17,585 |
45.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,556 - $3,124 |
8.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,928 - $6,023 |
15.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,084 - $6,214 |
16.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,820 - $2,224 |
5.8% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,425 - $2,963. This accounts for roughly 7.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,425 - $2,963 |
7.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$411 - $503 |
1.3% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$187 - $229 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$316 - $386 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$536 - $656 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$594 - $726 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$380 - $464 |
1.2% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $889 - $1,087.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$889 - $1,087 |
2.8% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$112 - $136 |
0.4% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$150 - $184 |
0.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$414 - $506 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$213 - $261 |
0.7% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $796 - $972. This is approximately 2.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$796 - $972 |
2.5% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$133 - $163 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$63 - $77 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$199 - $243 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$96 - $118 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$119 - $145 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$91 - $111 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$95 - $116 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $850 - $1,038, which is about 2.7% 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 $516 - $630, which is about 1.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,053 - $6,175 |
16.1% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,687 - $4,507 |
11.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$850 - $1,038 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$516 - $630 |
1.6% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Gainesville FL area is $236 - $288. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$236 - $288 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$236 - $288 |
0.7% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $674 - $824.
| Other Events Cost |
$674 - $824 |
2.1% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$674 - $824 |
2.1% |
| Other Items Cost |
$377 - $461 |
1.2% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$377 - $461 |
1.2% |
On average, couples in Gainesville FL spend between $2,440 - $2,982 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 7.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Gainesville FL with 125 guests spend between $2,083 - $2,545 on wedding photography, which is about 6.6% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,440 - $2,982 |
7.8% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$357 - $437 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,083 - $2,545 |
6.6% |