For a wedding with 175 guests in the Minneapolis MN, the estimated total cost is around $46,791 - $57,189. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Minneapolis MN is approximately $297. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $46,791 - $57,189.
The average wedding cost in Minneapolis MN is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $46,791 - $57,189 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Minneapolis MN is $748 - $914. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Minneapolis MN area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$748 - $914 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$748 - $914 |
1.6% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,249 - $2,749, which is 4.8% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Minneapolis MN area is $1,565 - $1,913.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,249 - $2,749 |
4.8% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,565 - $1,913 |
3.3% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$684 - $836 |
1.5% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in Minneapolis MN, you should budget approximately $28,215 - $34,485, which is about 60.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$28,215 - $34,485 |
60.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$4,017 - $4,909 |
8.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$7,817 - $9,554 |
16.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$13,546 - $16,556 |
28.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,836 - $3,466 |
6.1% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,926 - $3,576. This accounts for roughly 6.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,926 - $3,576 |
6.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$925 - $1,131 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$936 - $1,144 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$592 - $724 |
1.3% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $950 - $1,161.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$950 - $1,161 |
2.0% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$649 - $793 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$301 - $367 |
0.6% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,027 - $1,255. This is approximately 2.2% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,027 - $1,255 |
2.2% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$170 - $208 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$80 - $98 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$279 - $341 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$114 - $140 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$150 - $184 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$113 - $139 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$120 - $146 |
0.3% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Minneapolis MN area is $264 - $322. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$264 - $322 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$264 - $322 |
0.6% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,174 - $1,434.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,174 - $1,434 |
2.5% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,174 - $1,434 |
2.5% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Minneapolis MN spend between $3,585 - $4,381 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 7.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Minneapolis MN with 175 guests spend between $3,585 - $4,381 on wedding photography, which is about 7.7% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,585 - $4,381 |
7.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,585 - $4,381 |
7.7% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Minneapolis MN is estimated to be $5,125 - $6,263. This service accounts for 11.0% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$5,125 - $6,263 |
11.0% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$5,125 - $6,263 |
11.0% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $530 - $648.
| Transportation Cost |
$530 - $648 |
1.1% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$530 - $648 |
1.1% |