For a wedding with 250 guests in the Louisville KY, the estimated total cost is around $30,177 - $36,883. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Louisville KY is approximately $134. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $30,177 - $36,883.
The average wedding cost in Louisville KY is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $30,177 - $36,883 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Louisville KY, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $288 - $352. This represents about 1.0% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $310 - $378.
In Louisville KY, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,695 - $2,071. This represents about 5.6% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,426 - $2,965 |
8.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$288 - $352 |
1.0% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$133 - $163 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$310 - $378 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,695 - $2,071 |
5.6% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Louisville KY is $930 - $1,136. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Louisville KY area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$930 - $1,136 |
3.1% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$930 - $1,136 |
3.1% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Louisville KY is $218 - $266. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.7% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$218 - $266 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$89 - $109 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$75 - $91 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$54 - $66 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,476 - $1,804, which is 4.9% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Louisville KY area is $1,022 - $1,250.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,476 - $1,804 |
4.9% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,022 - $1,250 |
3.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$454 - $554 |
1.5% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Louisville KY, you should budget approximately $9,824 - $12,008, which is about 32.6% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$9,824 - $12,008 |
32.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$9,824 - $12,008 |
32.6% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,017 - $4,909. This accounts for roughly 13.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,017 - $4,909 |
13.3% |
|
Bouquets
|
$444 - $542 |
1.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$202 - $246 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$631 - $771 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$608 - $743 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,301 - $1,590 |
4.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$833 - $1,018 |
2.8% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,254 - $1,532.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,254 - $1,532 |
4.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$827 - $1,011 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$427 - $521 |
1.4% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,182 - $1,444. This is approximately 3.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,182 - $1,444 |
3.9% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$267 - $327 |
0.9% |
|
Guest Book
|
$125 - $153 |
0.4% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$398 - $486 |
1.3% |
|
Postage
|
$203 - $249 |
0.7% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$188 - $230 |
0.6% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $936 - $1,144, which is about 3.1% 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 $568 - $694, which is about 1.9% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,504 - $1,838 |
5.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$936 - $1,144 |
3.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$568 - $694 |
1.9% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Louisville KY area is $239 - $293. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$239 - $293 |
0.8% |
|
Officiant
|
$239 - $293 |
0.8% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $752 - $920.
| Other Events Cost |
$752 - $920 |
2.5% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$752 - $920 |
2.5% |
| Other Items Cost |
$383 - $468 |
1.3% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$383 - $468 |
1.3% |
On average, couples in Louisville KY spend between $2,777 - $3,395 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 9.2% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Louisville KY with 250 guests spend between $2,777 - $3,395 on wedding photography, which is about 9.2% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,777 - $3,395 |
9.2% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,777 - $3,395 |
9.2% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Louisville KY is estimated to be $1,586 - $1,938. This service accounts for 5.3% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,586 - $1,938 |
5.3% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,586 - $1,938 |
5.3% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,610 - $1,968.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,610 - $1,968 |
5.3% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,610 - $1,968 |
5.3% |