For a wedding with 175 guests in the Virginia Beach, the estimated total cost is around $47,181 - $57,665. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Virginia Beach is approximately $300. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $47,181 - $57,665.
The average wedding cost in Virginia Beach is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $47,181 - $57,665 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Virginia Beach VA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $324 - $396. This represents about 0.7% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $349 - $427.
In Virginia Beach VA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,913 - $2,338. This represents about 4.1% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,736 - $3,344 |
5.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$324 - $396 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$150 - $184 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$349 - $427 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,913 - $2,338 |
4.1% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Virginia Beach is $724 - $884. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Virginia Beach area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$724 - $884 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$724 - $884 |
1.5% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Virginia Beach is $270 - $330. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.6% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$270 - $330 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$114 - $140 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$96 - $118 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$59 - $73 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,068 - $2,528, which is 4.4% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Virginia Beach area is $1,433 - $1,751.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,068 - $2,528 |
4.4% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,433 - $1,751 |
3.0% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$635 - $777 |
1.3% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in Virginia Beach, you should budget approximately $26,567 - $32,471, which is about 56.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$26,567 - $32,471 |
56.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,986 - $4,872 |
8.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$7,684 - $9,392 |
16.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$12,059 - $14,739 |
25.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,838 - $3,468 |
6.0% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,628 - $4,434. This accounts for roughly 7.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,628 - $4,434 |
7.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$563 - $688 |
1.2% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$255 - $311 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$491 - $600 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$831 - $1,015 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$909 - $1,111 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$581 - $710 |
1.2% |
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $977 - $1,194.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$977 - $1,194 |
2.1% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$645 - $789 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$331 - $405 |
0.7% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,223 - $1,495. This is approximately 2.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,223 - $1,495 |
2.6% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$208 - $254 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$97 - $119 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$310 - $378 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$137 - $167 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$185 - $226 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$140 - $172 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$147 - $179 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,100 - $1,344, which is about 2.3% 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 $668 - $816, which is about 1.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,768 - $2,160 |
3.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,100 - $1,344 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$668 - $816 |
1.4% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Virginia Beach area is $262 - $320. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$262 - $320 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$262 - $320 |
0.6% |
On average, couples in Virginia Beach spend between $6,425 - $7,853 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 13.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Virginia Beach with 175 guests spend between $3,257 - $3,981 on wedding photography, which is about 6.9% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Virginia Beach is $2,475 - $3,025. This makes up a portion of your (5.2%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,425 - $7,853 |
13.6% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$370 - $452 |
0.8% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$323 - $395 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,257 - $3,981 |
6.9% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,475 - $3,025 |
5.2% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $534 - $652.
| Transportation Cost |
$534 - $652 |
1.1% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$534 - $652 |
1.1% |