For a wedding with 125 guests in the Charlotte NC, the estimated total cost is around $29,188 - $35,674. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Charlotte NC is approximately $259. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $29,188 - $35,674.
The average wedding cost in Charlotte NC is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $29,188 - $35,674 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Matthews NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $314 - $384. This represents about 1.1% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $338 - $414.
In Matthews NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,850 - $2,262. This represents about 6.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,649 - $3,237 |
9.1% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$314 - $384 |
1.1% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$146 - $178 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$338 - $414 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,850 - $2,262 |
6.3% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Charlotte NC is $429 - $525. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Charlotte NC area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$429 - $525 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$429 - $525 |
1.5% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Charlotte NC is $235 - $287. 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 |
$235 - $287 |
0.8% |
|
Hair Service
|
$97 - $119 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$81 - $99 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$57 - $69 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,499 - $1,833, which is 5.1% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Charlotte NC area is $1,039 - $1,269.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,499 - $1,833 |
5.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,039 - $1,269 |
3.6% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$461 - $563 |
1.6% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Charlotte NC, you should budget approximately $13,924 - $17,018, which is about 47.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$13,924 - $17,018 |
47.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,300 - $2,811 |
7.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,433 - $5,418 |
15.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,556 - $6,790 |
19.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,636 - $2,000 |
5.6% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,489 - $3,042. This accounts for roughly 8.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,489 - $3,042 |
8.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$477 - $583 |
1.6% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$216 - $264 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$290 - $354 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$621 - $759 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$540 - $660 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$345 - $421 |
1.2% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $848 - $1,036.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$848 - $1,036 |
2.9% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$119 - $145 |
0.4% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$160 - $196 |
0.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$373 - $455 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$196 - $240 |
0.7% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $722 - $882. This is approximately 2.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$722 - $882 |
2.5% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$122 - $150 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$57 - $69 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$182 - $222 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$83 - $101 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$109 - $133 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$83 - $101 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$86 - $106 |
0.3% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Charlotte NC area is $250 - $306. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$250 - $306 |
0.9% |
|
Officiant
|
$250 - $306 |
0.9% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $765 - $935.
| Other Events Cost |
$765 - $935 |
2.6% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$765 - $935 |
2.6% |
| Other Items Cost |
$400 - $488 |
1.4% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$400 - $488 |
1.4% |
On average, couples in Charlotte NC spend between $4,979 - $6,085 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 17.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Charlotte NC with 125 guests spend between $2,829 - $3,457 on wedding photography, which is about 9.7% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Charlotte NC is $2,150 - $2,628. This makes up a portion of your (7.4%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,979 - $6,085 |
17.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,829 - $3,457 |
9.7% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,150 - $2,628 |
7.4% |