For a wedding with 125 guests in the Lancaster, PA, the estimated total cost is around $32,275 - $39,447. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Lancaster, PA is approximately $287. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $32,275 - $39,447.
The average wedding cost in Lancaster, PA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $32,275 - $39,447 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Harrisburg PA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $282 - $344. This represents about 0.9% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $303 - $371.
In Harrisburg PA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,661 - $2,030. This represents about 5.1% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,376 - $2,904 |
7.4% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$282 - $344 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$131 - $160 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$303 - $371 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,661 - $2,030 |
5.1% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Lancaster, PA is $406 - $496. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Lancaster, PA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$406 - $496 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$406 - $496 |
1.3% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Lancaster, PA is $243 - $297. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.8% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$243 - $297 |
0.8% |
|
Hair Service
|
$99 - $121 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$83 - $101 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$61 - $75 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,519 - $1,857, which is 4.7% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Lancaster, PA area is $1,052 - $1,286.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,519 - $1,857 |
4.7% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,052 - $1,286 |
3.3% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$467 - $571 |
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 Lancaster, PA, you should budget approximately $13,923 - $17,017, which is about 43.1% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$13,923 - $17,017 |
43.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,220 - $2,714 |
6.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,280 - $5,232 |
13.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,842 - $7,140 |
18.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,580 - $1,932 |
4.9% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,429 - $2,969. This accounts for roughly 7.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,429 - $2,969 |
7.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$473 - $579 |
1.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$215 - $263 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$289 - $353 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$617 - $754 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$509 - $623 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$326 - $398 |
1.0% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $843 - $1,031.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$843 - $1,031 |
2.6% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$122 - $150 |
0.4% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$166 - $202 |
0.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$360 - $440 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$195 - $239 |
0.6% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $730 - $892. This is approximately 2.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$730 - $892 |
2.3% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$122 - $150 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$57 - $69 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$182 - $222 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$91 - $111 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$109 - $133 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$83 - $101 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$86 - $106 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $932 - $1,139, which is about 2.9% 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 $565 - $691, which is about 1.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,542 - $6,774 |
17.2% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,046 - $4,945 |
12.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$932 - $1,139 |
2.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$565 - $691 |
1.8% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Lancaster, PA area is $271 - $331. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$271 - $331 |
0.8% |
|
Officiant
|
$271 - $331 |
0.8% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $775 - $947.
| Other Events Cost |
$775 - $947 |
2.4% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$775 - $947 |
2.4% |
| Other Items Cost |
$433 - $529 |
1.3% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$433 - $529 |
1.3% |
On average, couples in Lancaster, PA spend between $2,785 - $3,403 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Lancaster, PA with 125 guests spend between $2,392 - $2,924 on wedding photography, which is about 7.4% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,785 - $3,403 |
8.6% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$392 - $480 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,392 - $2,924 |
7.4% |