For a wedding with 250 guests in the Fort Wayne IN, the estimated total cost is around $57,956 - $70,836. 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 Wayne IN is approximately $258. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $57,956 - $70,836.
The average wedding cost in Fort Wayne IN is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $57,956 - $70,836 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Fort Wayne IN, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $250 - $306. This represents about 0.4% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $266 - $325.
In Fort Wayne IN, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,498 - $1,830. This represents about 2.6% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,125 - $2,597 |
3.7% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$250 - $306 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$112 - $136 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$266 - $325 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,498 - $1,830 |
2.6% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Fort Wayne IN is $216 - $264. 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 |
$216 - $264 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$91 - $111 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$75 - $91 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$50 - $62 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,530 - $1,870, which is 2.6% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Fort Wayne IN area is $1,069 - $1,307.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,530 - $1,870 |
2.6% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,069 - $1,307 |
1.8% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$461 - $563 |
0.8% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Fort Wayne IN, you should budget approximately $29,096 - $35,562, which is about 50.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$29,096 - $35,562 |
50.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,499 - $6,721 |
9.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$10,696 - $13,072 |
18.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$9,004 - $11,004 |
15.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,898 - $4,764 |
6.7% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,974 - $4,858. This accounts for roughly 6.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,974 - $4,858 |
6.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$448 - $548 |
0.8% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$200 - $244 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$666 - $814 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$614 - $750 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,265 - $1,546 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$782 - $956 |
1.3% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,533 - $1,873.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,533 - $1,873 |
2.6% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$95 - $117 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$122 - $149 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$893 - $1,091 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$423 - $517 |
0.7% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,473 - $1,801. This is approximately 2.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,473 - $1,801 |
2.5% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$239 - $293 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$112 - $136 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$392 - $480 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$190 - $232 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$212 - $259 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$159 - $195 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$169 - $207 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $878 - $1,073, which is about 1.5% 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 $523 - $639, which is about 0.9% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,261 - $6,431 |
9.1% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,861 - $4,719 |
6.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$878 - $1,073 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$523 - $639 |
0.9% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Fort Wayne IN area is $234 - $286. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$234 - $286 |
0.4% |
|
Officiant
|
$234 - $286 |
0.4% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $818 - $1,000.
| Other Events Cost |
$818 - $1,000 |
1.4% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$818 - $1,000 |
1.4% |
| Other Items Cost |
$378 - $462 |
0.7% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$378 - $462 |
0.7% |
On average, couples in Fort Wayne IN spend between $6,097 - $7,451 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 10.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Fort Wayne IN with 250 guests spend between $2,818 - $3,444 on wedding photography, which is about 4.9% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Fort Wayne IN is $2,063 - $2,521. This makes up a portion of your (3.6%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,097 - $7,451 |
10.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$338 - $413 |
0.6% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$380 - $464 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$499 - $609 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,818 - $3,444 |
4.9% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,063 - $2,521 |
3.6% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Fort Wayne IN is estimated to be $3,555 - $4,345. This service accounts for 6.1% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,555 - $4,345 |
6.1% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,555 - $4,345 |
6.1% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,666 - $2,036.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,666 - $2,036 |
2.9% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,666 - $2,036 |
2.9% |