For a wedding with 125 guests in the Charlottesville VA, the estimated total cost is around $31,932 - $39,028. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Charlottesville VA is approximately $284. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $31,932 - $39,028.
The average wedding cost in Charlottesville VA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $31,932 - $39,028 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Charlottesville VA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $258 - $316. This represents about 0.8% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $279 - $341.
In Charlottesville VA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,524 - $1,862. This represents about 4.8% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,181 - $2,665 |
6.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$258 - $316 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$120 - $146 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$279 - $341 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,524 - $1,862 |
4.8% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Charlottesville VA is $446 - $545. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Charlottesville VA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$446 - $545 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$446 - $545 |
1.4% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Charlottesville VA is $232 - $284. 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 |
$232 - $284 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$95 - $116 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$79 - $97 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$59 - $72 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,446 - $1,768, which is 4.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Charlottesville VA area is $1,002 - $1,224.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,446 - $1,768 |
4.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,002 - $1,224 |
3.1% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$445 - $543 |
1.4% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Charlottesville VA, you should budget approximately $14,414 - $17,618, which is about 45.1% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$14,414 - $17,618 |
45.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,434 - $2,974 |
7.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,690 - $5,732 |
14.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,559 - $6,795 |
17.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,732 - $2,116 |
5.4% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,460 - $3,006. This accounts for roughly 7.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,460 - $3,006 |
7.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$450 - $550 |
1.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$204 - $250 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$302 - $369 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$587 - $717 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$560 - $684 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$357 - $437 |
1.1% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $863 - $1,055.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$863 - $1,055 |
2.7% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$113 - $138 |
0.4% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$151 - $185 |
0.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$395 - $483 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$204 - $250 |
0.6% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $760 - $928. This is approximately 2.4% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$760 - $928 |
2.4% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$128 - $156 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$59 - $73 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$190 - $232 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$93 - $113 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$113 - $139 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$86 - $106 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$90 - $110 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $855 - $1,045, which is about 2.7% 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 $518 - $634, which is about 1.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,086 - $6,216 |
15.9% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,713 - $4,538 |
11.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$855 - $1,045 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$518 - $634 |
1.6% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Charlottesville VA area is $258 - $316. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$258 - $316 |
0.8% |
|
Officiant
|
$258 - $316 |
0.8% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $737 - $901.
| Other Events Cost |
$737 - $901 |
2.3% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$737 - $901 |
2.3% |
| Other Items Cost |
$412 - $504 |
1.3% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$412 - $504 |
1.3% |
On average, couples in Charlottesville VA spend between $2,637 - $3,223 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Charlottesville VA with 125 guests spend between $2,277 - $2,783 on wedding photography, which is about 7.1% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,637 - $3,223 |
8.3% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$360 - $440 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,277 - $2,783 |
7.1% |