For a wedding with 250 guests in the Lexington KY, the estimated total cost is around $61,739 - $75,459. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Lexington KY is approximately $274. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $61,739 - $75,459.
The average wedding cost in Lexington KY is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $61,739 - $75,459 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Lexington KY, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $292 - $356. This represents about 0.5% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $313 - $383.
In Lexington KY, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,715 - $2,096. This represents about 2.8% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,453 - $2,999 |
4.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$292 - $356 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$134 - $164 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$313 - $383 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,715 - $2,096 |
2.8% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Lexington KY is $1,040 - $1,271. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Lexington KY area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,040 - $1,271 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,040 - $1,271 |
1.7% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Lexington KY is $242 - $296. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.4% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$242 - $296 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$103 - $125 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$86 - $105 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$54 - $66 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $3,096 - $3,784, which is 5.0% of your total.
For a live band, couples in Lexington KY typically budget around $3,096 - $3,784 which is 5.0% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$3,096 - $3,784 |
5.0% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,096 - $3,784 |
5.0% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Lexington KY, you should budget approximately $31,045 - $37,943, which is about 50.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$31,045 - $37,943 |
50.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,598 - $6,842 |
9.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$10,791 - $13,189 |
17.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$10,671 - $13,043 |
17.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,984 - $4,870 |
6.5% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,266 - $5,214. This accounts for roughly 6.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,266 - $5,214 |
6.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$514 - $628 |
0.8% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$234 - $286 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$696 - $850 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$683 - $835 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,305 - $1,595 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$834 - $1,020 |
1.4% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,522 - $1,860.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,522 - $1,860 |
2.5% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$145 - $177 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$907 - $1,109 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$470 - $574 |
0.8% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $2,010 - $2,456. This is approximately 3.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$2,010 - $2,456 |
3.3% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$295 - $361 |
0.5% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$261 - $319 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$138 - $168 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$439 - $537 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$210 - $256 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$261 - $319 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$199 - $243 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$207 - $253 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $942 - $1,152, which is about 1.5% 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 $571 - $697, which is about 0.9% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,602 - $6,846 |
9.1% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,089 - $4,997 |
6.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$942 - $1,152 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$571 - $697 |
0.9% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Lexington KY area is $239 - $292. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$239 - $292 |
0.4% |
|
Officiant
|
$239 - $292 |
0.4% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $833 - $1,018.
| Other Events Cost |
$833 - $1,018 |
1.3% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$833 - $1,018 |
1.3% |
| Other Items Cost |
$381 - $465 |
0.6% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$381 - $465 |
0.6% |
On average, couples in Lexington KY spend between $5,383 - $6,579 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Lexington KY with 250 guests spend between $2,570 - $3,142 on wedding photography, which is about 4.2% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Lexington KY is $1,953 - $2,387. This makes up a portion of your (3.2%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,383 - $6,579 |
8.7% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$344 - $420 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$516 - $630 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,570 - $3,142 |
4.2% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,953 - $2,387 |
3.2% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Lexington KY is estimated to be $3,630 - $4,436. This service accounts for 5.9% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,630 - $4,436 |
5.9% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,630 - $4,436 |
5.9% |