For a wedding with 125 guests in the Fort Smith AR, the estimated total cost is around $28,213 - $34,483. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Fort Smith AR is approximately $251. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $28,213 - $34,483.
The average wedding cost in Fort Smith AR is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $28,213 - $34,483 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Fort Smith AR, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $221 - $271. 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 $234 - $286.
In Fort Smith AR, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,325 - $1,619. This represents about 4.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,879 - $2,297 |
6.7% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$221 - $271 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$99 - $121 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$234 - $286 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,325 - $1,619 |
4.7% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Fort Smith AR is $438 - $536. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Fort Smith AR area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$438 - $536 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$438 - $536 |
1.6% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Fort Smith AR is $122 - $150. 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 |
$122 - $150 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$68 - $83 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$55 - $67 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,031 - $1,260, which is 3.7% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Fort Smith AR area is $720 - $880.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,031 - $1,260 |
3.7% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$720 - $880 |
2.6% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$311 - $380 |
1.1% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Fort Smith AR, you should budget approximately $13,147 - $16,069, which is about 46.6% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$13,147 - $16,069 |
46.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,362 - $2,886 |
8.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,594 - $5,614 |
16.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$4,517 - $5,521 |
16.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,675 - $2,047 |
5.9% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,064 - $2,522. This accounts for roughly 7.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,064 - $2,522 |
7.3% |
|
Bouquets
|
$322 - $394 |
1.1% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$144 - $176 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$291 - $355 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$412 - $504 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$553 - $675 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$342 - $418 |
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 $383 - $469.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$383 - $469 |
1.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$383 - $469 |
1.4% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $403 - $493. This is approximately 1.4% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$403 - $493 |
1.4% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$91 - $111 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$49 - $59 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$171 - $209 |
0.6% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$93 - $113 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $755 - $923, 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 $450 - $550, which is about 1.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,528 - $5,534 |
16.0% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,323 - $4,061 |
11.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$755 - $923 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$450 - $550 |
1.6% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Fort Smith AR area is $214 - $262. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$214 - $262 |
0.8% |
|
Officiant
|
$214 - $262 |
0.8% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $552 - $674.
| Other Events Cost |
$552 - $674 |
2.0% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$552 - $674 |
2.0% |
On average, couples in Fort Smith AR spend between $3,452 - $4,219 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 12.2% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Fort Smith AR with 125 guests spend between $1,729 - $2,113 on wedding photography, which is about 6.1% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Fort Smith AR is $1,266 - $1,548. This makes up a portion of your (4.5%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,452 - $4,219 |
12.2% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$456 - $558 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$1,729 - $2,113 |
6.1% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,266 - $1,548 |
4.5% |