For a wedding with 125 guests in the Brainerd MN, the estimated total cost is around $42,152 - $51,520. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Brainerd MN is approximately $375. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $42,152 - $51,520.
The average wedding cost in Brainerd MN is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $42,152 - $51,520 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Chicago IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $314 - $384. This represents about 0.7% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $333 - $407.
In Chicago IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,885 - $2,303. This represents about 4.5% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,671 - $3,265 |
6.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$314 - $384 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$140 - $171 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$333 - $407 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,885 - $2,303 |
4.5% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Brainerd MN is $581 - $710. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Brainerd MN area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$581 - $710 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$581 - $710 |
1.4% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Brainerd MN is $223 - $273. 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 |
$223 - $273 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$93 - $113 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$77 - $95 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$53 - $65 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $5,406 - $6,608, which is 12.8% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Brainerd MN area is $1,064 - $1,300.
For a live band, couples in Brainerd MN typically budget around $2,924 - $3,574 which is 6.9% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$5,406 - $6,608 |
12.8% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,064 - $1,300 |
2.5% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$465 - $569 |
1.1% |
|
Live Band
|
$2,924 - $3,574 |
6.9% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$953 - $1,165 |
2.3% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Brainerd MN, you should budget approximately $17,321 - $21,171, which is about 41.1% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$17,321 - $21,171 |
41.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,103 - $3,793 |
7.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,038 - $7,380 |
14.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,990 - $7,321 |
14.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,191 - $2,677 |
5.2% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,828 - $3,456. This accounts for roughly 6.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,828 - $3,456 |
6.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$461 - $563 |
1.1% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$204 - $250 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$302 - $369 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$625 - $763 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$727 - $889 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$509 - $623 |
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 $928 - $1,134.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$928 - $1,134 |
2.2% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$104 - $127 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$131 - $161 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$501 - $613 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$192 - $234 |
0.5% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $653 - $798. This is approximately 1.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$653 - $798 |
1.5% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$108 - $132 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$50 - $62 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$178 - $218 |
0.4% |
|
Postage
|
$72 - $88 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$95 - $117 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$72 - $88 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$77 - $94 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,058 - $1,294, which is about 2.5% 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 $630 - $770, which is about 1.5% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,688 - $2,064 |
4.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,058 - $1,294 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$630 - $770 |
1.5% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Brainerd MN area is $239 - $293. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$239 - $293 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$239 - $293 |
0.6% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $798 - $976.
| Other Events Cost |
$798 - $976 |
1.9% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$798 - $976 |
1.9% |
| Other Items Cost |
$384 - $470 |
0.9% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$384 - $470 |
0.9% |
On average, couples in Brainerd MN spend between $5,855 - $7,157 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 13.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Brainerd MN with 125 guests spend between $2,839 - $3,469 on wedding photography, which is about 6.7% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Brainerd MN is $2,132 - $2,606. This makes up a portion of your (5.1%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,855 - $7,157 |
13.9% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$366 - $448 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$518 - $634 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,839 - $3,469 |
6.7% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,132 - $2,606 |
5.1% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Brainerd MN is estimated to be $1,706 - $2,086. This service accounts for 4.0% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,706 - $2,086 |
4.0% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,706 - $2,086 |
4.0% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $869 - $1,063.
| Transportation Cost |
$869 - $1,063 |
2.1% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$869 - $1,063 |
2.1% |