For a wedding with 125 guests in the Philadelphia PA, the estimated total cost is around $33,566 - $41,025. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Philadelphia PA is approximately $298. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $33,566 - $41,025.
The average wedding cost in Philadelphia PA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $33,566 - $41,025 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Philadelphia PA is $516 - $630. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Philadelphia PA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$516 - $630 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$516 - $630 |
1.5% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,282 - $2,790, which is 6.8% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Philadelphia PA area is $1,581 - $1,933.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,282 - $2,790 |
6.8% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,581 - $1,933 |
4.7% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$701 - $857 |
2.1% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Philadelphia PA, you should budget approximately $21,097 - $25,785, which is about 62.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$21,097 - $25,785 |
62.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,782 - $3,400 |
8.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,362 - $6,554 |
16.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$10,973 - $13,411 |
32.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,980 - $2,420 |
5.9% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,333 - $2,851. This accounts for roughly 6.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,333 - $2,851 |
6.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$933 - $1,141 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$647 - $791 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$414 - $506 |
1.2% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $451 - $551.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$451 - $551 |
1.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$451 - $551 |
1.3% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $837 - $1,023. This is approximately 2.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$837 - $1,023 |
2.5% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$143 - $175 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$67 - $81 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$213 - $261 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$89 - $109 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$127 - $155 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$97 - $119 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$101 - $123 |
0.3% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Philadelphia PA spend between $3,596 - $4,395 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 10.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Philadelphia PA with 125 guests spend between $3,596 - $4,395 on wedding photography, which is about 10.7% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,596 - $4,395 |
10.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,596 - $4,395 |
10.7% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Philadelphia PA is estimated to be $2,454 - $3,000. This service accounts for 7.3% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,454 - $3,000 |
7.3% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,454 - $3,000 |
7.3% |