For a wedding with 125 guests in the Charlottesville VA, the estimated total cost is around $40,129 - $49,047. 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 $357. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $40,129 - $49,047.
The average wedding cost in Charlottesville VA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $40,129 - $49,047 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Richmond VA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $268 - $328. 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 $289 - $353.
In Richmond VA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,577 - $1,927. This represents about 3.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,258 - $2,760 |
5.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$268 - $328 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$124 - $152 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$289 - $353 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,577 - $1,927 |
3.9% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Charlottesville VA is $545 - $667. 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 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$545 - $667 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$545 - $667 |
1.4% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Charlottesville VA is $264 - $322. 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 |
$264 - $322 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$112 - $136 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$94 - $114 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$59 - $72 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,886 - $2,305, which is 4.7% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Charlottesville VA area is $1,306 - $1,596.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,886 - $2,305 |
4.7% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,306 - $1,596 |
3.3% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$580 - $708 |
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 $17,717 - $21,654, which is about 44.1% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$17,717 - $21,654 |
44.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,002 - $3,670 |
7.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,787 - $7,073 |
14.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,790 - $8,298 |
16.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,138 - $2,613 |
5.3% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,971 - $3,631. This accounts for roughly 7.4% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,971 - $3,631 |
7.4% |
|
Bouquets
|
$531 - $649 |
1.3% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$241 - $295 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$327 - $399 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$750 - $916 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$685 - $837 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$437 - $535 |
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 $968 - $1,184.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$968 - $1,184 |
2.4% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$111 - $135 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$149 - $183 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$487 - $595 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$221 - $271 |
0.6% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $818 - $1,000. This is approximately 2.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$818 - $1,000 |
2.0% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$139 - $169 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$65 - $79 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$206 - $252 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$95 - $117 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$122 - $150 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$94 - $114 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$97 - $119 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $923 - $1,129, 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 $560 - $684, which is about 1.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,491 - $6,711 |
13.7% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,008 - $4,898 |
10.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$923 - $1,129 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$560 - $684 |
1.4% |
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 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$258 - $316 |
0.6% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $961 - $1,175.
| Other Events Cost |
$961 - $1,175 |
2.4% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$961 - $1,175 |
2.4% |
| Other Items Cost |
$412 - $504 |
1.0% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$412 - $504 |
1.0% |
On average, couples in Charlottesville VA spend between $5,580 - $6,820 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 13.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Charlottesville VA with 125 guests spend between $2,969 - $3,629 on wedding photography, which is about 7.4% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Charlottesville VA is $2,256 - $2,758. This makes up a portion of your (5.6%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,580 - $6,820 |
13.9% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$355 - $433 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,969 - $3,629 |
7.4% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,256 - $2,758 |
5.6% |