For a wedding with 125 guests in the Cottage Grove MN, the estimated total cost is around $40,849 - $49,927. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Cottage Grove MN is approximately $363. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $40,849 - $49,927.
The average wedding cost in Cottage Grove MN is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $40,849 - $49,927 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Cottage Grove MN, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $395 - $483. This represents about 1.0% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $426 - $520.
In Cottage Grove MN, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,358 - $2,882. This represents about 5.8% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,357 - $4,103 |
8.2% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$395 - $483 |
1.0% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$178 - $218 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$426 - $520 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,358 - $2,882 |
5.8% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Cottage Grove MN is $443 - $541. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Cottage Grove MN area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$443 - $541 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$443 - $541 |
1.1% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Cottage Grove MN is $279 - $341. 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 |
$279 - $341 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$121 - $147 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$100 - $122 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$59 - $72 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,138 - $2,613, which is 5.2% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Cottage Grove MN area is $1,482 - $1,812.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,138 - $2,613 |
5.2% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,482 - $1,812 |
3.6% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$655 - $801 |
1.6% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Cottage Grove MN, you should budget approximately $16,341 - $19,973, which is about 40.0% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$16,341 - $19,973 |
40.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,408 - $2,944 |
5.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,676 - $5,715 |
11.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,559 - $9,239 |
18.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,698 - $2,076 |
4.2% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,979 - $3,641. This accounts for roughly 7.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,979 - $3,641 |
7.3% |
|
Bouquets
|
$614 - $750 |
1.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$275 - $336 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$880 - $1,076 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$559 - $683 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$357 - $437 |
0.9% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $739 - $903.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$739 - $903 |
1.8% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$157 - $191 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$388 - $474 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$194 - $238 |
0.5% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $695 - $849. This is approximately 1.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$695 - $849 |
1.7% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$119 - $145 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$55 - $67 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$182 - $222 |
0.4% |
|
Postage
|
$69 - $85 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$106 - $130 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$80 - $98 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$84 - $102 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,314 - $1,606, which is about 3.2% 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 $792 - $968, which is about 1.9% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$9,235 - $11,287 |
22.6% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$7,129 - $8,713 |
17.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,314 - $1,606 |
3.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$792 - $968 |
1.9% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Cottage Grove MN area is $258 - $316. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$258 - $316 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$258 - $316 |
0.6% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Cottage Grove MN spend between $3,807 - $4,653 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 9.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Cottage Grove MN with 125 guests spend between $3,423 - $4,183 on wedding photography, which is about 8.4% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,807 - $4,653 |
9.3% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$384 - $470 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,423 - $4,183 |
8.4% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $579 - $707.
| Transportation Cost |
$579 - $707 |
1.4% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$579 - $707 |
1.4% |