For a wedding with 125 guests in the Charlottesville VA, the estimated total cost is around $53,116 - $64,920. 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 $472. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $53,116 - $64,920.
The average wedding cost in Charlottesville VA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $53,116 - $64,920 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Reston VA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $649 - $793. This represents about 1.2% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $699 - $855.
In Reston VA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $3,829 - $4,679. This represents about 7.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$5,477 - $6,695 |
10.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$649 - $793 |
1.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$301 - $367 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$699 - $855 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$3,829 - $4,679 |
7.2% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Charlottesville VA is $546 - $668. 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 |
$546 - $668 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$546 - $668 |
1.0% |
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 0.5% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$264 - $322 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$112 - $136 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$94 - $114 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$59 - $72 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,889 - $2,309, which is 3.6% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Charlottesville VA area is $1,309 - $1,599.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,889 - $2,309 |
3.6% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,309 - $1,599 |
2.5% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$581 - $710 |
1.1% |
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 $19,541 - $23,883, which is about 36.8% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$19,541 - $23,883 |
36.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,007 - $3,675 |
5.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,795 - $7,083 |
10.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,599 - $10,509 |
16.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,140 - $2,616 |
4.0% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,996 - $3,662. This accounts for roughly 5.6% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,996 - $3,662 |
5.6% |
|
Bouquets
|
$529 - $647 |
1.0% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$240 - $294 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$354 - $432 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$751 - $917 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$685 - $837 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$437 - $535 |
0.8% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,071 - $1,309.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,071 - $1,309 |
2.0% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$147 - $179 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$198 - $242 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$488 - $596 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$239 - $292 |
0.4% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $858 - $1,048. This is approximately 1.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$858 - $1,048 |
1.6% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$150 - $184 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$69 - $85 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$223 - $273 |
0.4% |
|
Postage
|
$77 - $94 |
0.1% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$132 - $162 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$101 - $123 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$105 - $129 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $2,119 - $2,589, which is about 4.0% 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 $1,285 - $1,571, which is about 2.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$12,605 - $15,407 |
23.7% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$9,202 - $11,246 |
17.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$2,119 - $2,589 |
4.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$1,285 - $1,571 |
2.4% |
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 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$258 - $316 |
0.5% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $963 - $1,177.
| Other Events Cost |
$963 - $1,177 |
1.8% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$963 - $1,177 |
1.8% |
| Other Items Cost |
$412 - $504 |
0.8% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$412 - $504 |
0.8% |
On average, couples in Charlottesville VA spend between $3,443 - $4,208 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 6.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Charlottesville VA with 125 guests spend between $2,974 - $3,634 on wedding photography, which is about 5.6% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,443 - $4,208 |
6.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$469 - $573 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,974 - $3,634 |
5.6% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Charlottesville VA is estimated to be $2,030 - $2,481. This service accounts for 3.8% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,030 - $2,481 |
3.8% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,030 - $2,481 |
3.8% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $763 - $933.
| Transportation Cost |
$763 - $933 |
1.4% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$763 - $933 |
1.4% |