For a wedding with 400 guests in the Lancaster PA, the estimated total cost is around $85,167 - $104,093. 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 $237. With a guest count of 400, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $85,167 - $104,093.
The average wedding cost in Lancaster PA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $85,167 - $104,093 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Lancaster PA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $240 - $294. This represents about 0.3% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $259 - $317.
In Lancaster PA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,415 - $1,729. This represents about 1.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,025 - $2,475 |
2.4% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$240 - $294 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$111 - $135 |
0.1% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$259 - $317 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,415 - $1,729 |
1.7% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 400 guests in Lancaster PA is $1,992 - $2,434. 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 $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,992 - $2,434 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,992 - $2,434 |
2.3% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Lancaster PA is $257 - $315. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.3% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$257 - $315 |
0.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$107 - $131 |
0.1% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$89 - $109 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$61 - $75 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,679 - $2,053, which is 2.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Lancaster PA area is $1,163 - $1,421.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,679 - $2,053 |
2.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,163 - $1,421 |
1.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$517 - $631 |
0.6% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 400 guest wedding in Lancaster PA, you should budget approximately $52,160 - $63,752, which is about 61.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$52,160 - $63,752 |
61.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$11,351 - $13,873 |
13.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$21,880 - $26,742 |
25.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$10,850 - $13,261 |
12.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$8,080 - $9,876 |
9.5% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $7,436 - $9,088. This accounts for roughly 8.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$7,436 - $9,088 |
8.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$525 - $641 |
0.6% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$239 - $292 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$1,331 - $1,627 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$815 - $997 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$2,760 - $3,374 |
3.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$1,766 - $2,158 |
2.1% |
For wedding favors for 400 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $3,012 - $3,682.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$3,012 - $3,682 |
3.5% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$115 - $141 |
0.1% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$155 - $189 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$1,841 - $2,251 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$901 - $1,101 |
1.1% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $3,487 - $4,261. This is approximately 4.1% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$3,487 - $4,261 |
4.1% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$566 - $692 |
0.7% |
|
Guest Book
|
$265 - $323 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$839 - $1,025 |
1.0% |
|
Postage
|
$537 - $657 |
0.6% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$500 - $612 |
0.6% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$383 - $468 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$397 - $485 |
0.5% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $809 - $989, which is about 1.0% 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 $491 - $601, which is about 0.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,812 - $5,882 |
5.7% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,512 - $4,292 |
4.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$809 - $989 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$491 - $601 |
0.6% |
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 |
0.3% |
|
Officiant
|
$271 - $331 |
0.3% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $857 - $1,047.
| Other Events Cost |
$857 - $1,047 |
1.0% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$857 - $1,047 |
1.0% |
| Other Items Cost |
$433 - $529 |
0.5% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$433 - $529 |
0.5% |
On average, couples in Lancaster PA spend between $3,011 - $3,681 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 3.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Lancaster PA with 400 guests spend between $2,643 - $3,231 on wedding photography, which is about 3.1% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,011 - $3,681 |
3.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$368 - $450 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,643 - $3,231 |
3.1% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Lancaster PA is estimated to be $3,734 - $4,564. This service accounts for 4.4% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,734 - $4,564 |
4.4% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,734 - $4,564 |
4.4% |