For a wedding with 250 guests in the Fort Lauderdale FL, the estimated total cost is around $47,048 - $57,504. 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 Lauderdale FL is approximately $209. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $47,048 - $57,504.
The average wedding cost in Fort Lauderdale FL is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $47,048 - $57,504 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Fort Lauderdale FL, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $307 - $375. This represents about 0.7% of your total wedding expenses.
In Fort Lauderdale FL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,810 - $2,212. This represents about 3.8% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,259 - $2,761 |
4.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$307 - $375 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$142 - $174 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,810 - $2,212 |
3.8% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Fort Lauderdale FL is $229 - $279. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.5% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$229 - $279 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$95 - $116 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$78 - $96 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$56 - $68 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,597 - $1,951, which is 3.4% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Fort Lauderdale FL area is $1,106 - $1,352.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,597 - $1,951 |
3.4% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,106 - $1,352 |
2.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$491 - $600 |
1.0% |
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 Lauderdale FL, you should budget approximately $30,251 - $36,973, which is about 64.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$30,251 - $36,973 |
64.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,756 - $7,036 |
12.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$11,098 - $13,564 |
23.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$9,298 - $11,364 |
19.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$4,099 - $5,009 |
8.7% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,173 - $5,101. This accounts for roughly 8.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,173 - $5,101 |
8.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$445 - $543 |
0.9% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$202 - $246 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$790 - $966 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$631 - $771 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,284 - $1,570 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$822 - $1,004 |
1.7% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,207 - $1,475.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,207 - $1,475 |
2.6% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$117 - $143 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$158 - $193 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$932 - $1,140 |
2.0% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,164 - $1,422. This is approximately 2.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,164 - $1,422 |
2.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$157 - $191 |
0.3% |
|
Postage
|
$248 - $304 |
0.5% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$296 - $362 |
0.6% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$226 - $276 |
0.5% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$237 - $289 |
0.5% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,048 - $1,280, which is about 2.2% 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 $635 - $777, which is about 1.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,683 - $2,057 |
3.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,048 - $1,280 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$635 - $777 |
1.4% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $815 - $996.
| Other Events Cost |
$815 - $996 |
1.7% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$815 - $996 |
1.7% |
| Other Items Cost |
$396 - $484 |
0.8% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$396 - $484 |
0.8% |
On average, couples in Fort Lauderdale FL spend between $3,276 - $4,004 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 7.0% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Fort Lauderdale FL with 250 guests spend between $2,903 - $3,548 on wedding photography, which is about 6.2% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,276 - $4,004 |
7.0% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$374 - $457 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,903 - $3,548 |
6.2% |