For a wedding with 400 guests in the Nashville TN, the estimated total cost is around $86,472 - $105,688. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Nashville TN is approximately $240. With a guest count of 400, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $86,472 - $105,688.
The average wedding cost in Nashville TN is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $86,472 - $105,688 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Nashville TN, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $234 - $286. This represents about 0.3% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $252 - $308.
In Nashville TN, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,394 - $1,704. This represents about 1.6% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,986 - $2,428 |
2.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$234 - $286 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$106 - $130 |
0.1% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$252 - $308 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,394 - $1,704 |
1.6% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 400 guests in Nashville TN is $1,781 - $2,177. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Nashville TN area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,781 - $2,177 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,781 - $2,177 |
2.1% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Nashville TN is $234 - $286. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.3% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$234 - $286 |
0.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$98 - $120 |
0.1% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$82 - $100 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$54 - $66 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $4,652 - $5,686, which is 5.4% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Nashville TN area is $1,094 - $1,337.
For a live band, couples in Nashville TN typically budget around $3,074 - $3,758 which is 3.6% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$4,652 - $5,686 |
5.4% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,094 - $1,337 |
1.3% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$484 - $592 |
0.6% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,074 - $3,758 |
3.6% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 400 guest wedding in Nashville TN, you should budget approximately $47,804 - $58,427, which is about 55.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$47,804 - $58,427 |
55.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$10,346 - $12,645 |
12.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$20,084 - $24,548 |
23.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$10,081 - $12,321 |
11.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$7,293 - $8,913 |
8.4% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $6,181 - $7,555. This accounts for roughly 7.1% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$6,181 - $7,555 |
7.1% |
|
Bouquets
|
$473 - $579 |
0.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$212 - $259 |
0.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$638 - $780 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$2,253 - $2,753 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$1,439 - $1,759 |
1.7% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 400 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $2,674 - $3,268.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$2,674 - $3,268 |
3.1% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$99 - $121 |
0.1% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$135 - $165 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$1,668 - $2,038 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$772 - $944 |
0.9% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $3,375 - $4,125. This is approximately 3.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$3,375 - $4,125 |
3.9% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$473 - $579 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$217 - $265 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$718 - $878 |
0.8% |
|
Postage
|
$433 - $529 |
0.5% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$463 - $565 |
0.5% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$423 - $517 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$317 - $387 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$331 - $405 |
0.4% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $806 - $986, which is about 0.9% 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 $485 - $593, which is about 0.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,170 - $6,318 |
6.0% |
|
Bracelet
|
$178 - $218 |
0.2% |
|
Earrings
|
$176 - $215 |
0.2% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,524 - $4,308 |
4.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$806 - $986 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$485 - $593 |
0.6% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Nashville TN area is $238 - $290. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$238 - $290 |
0.3% |
|
Officiant
|
$238 - $290 |
0.3% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $793 - $969.
| Other Events Cost |
$793 - $969 |
0.9% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$793 - $969 |
0.9% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$380 - $464 |
0.4% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Nashville TN spend between $5,997 - $7,329 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 6.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Nashville TN with 400 guests spend between $2,982 - $3,644 on wedding photography, which is about 3.4% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Nashville TN is $2,287 - $2,795. This makes up a portion of your (2.6%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,997 - $7,329 |
6.9% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$331 - $405 |
0.4% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$397 - $485 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,982 - $3,644 |
3.4% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,287 - $2,795 |
2.6% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Nashville TN is estimated to be $1,671 - $2,043. This service accounts for 1.9% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,671 - $2,043 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,671 - $2,043 |
1.9% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $3,537 - $4,323.
| Transportation Cost |
$3,537 - $4,323 |
4.1% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$3,537 - $4,323 |
4.1% |