For a wedding with 250 guests in the Nashville TN, the estimated total cost is around $50,567 - $61,804. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Nashville TN is approximately $225. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $50,567 - $61,804.
The average wedding cost in Nashville TN is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $50,567 - $61,804 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Nashville TN is $1,002 - $1,224. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Nashville TN area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,002 - $1,224 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,002 - $1,224 |
2.0% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Nashville TN is $183 - $223. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.4% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$183 - $223 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$100 - $122 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$83 - $101 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $4,704 - $5,750, which is 9.3% of your total.
For a live band, couples in Nashville TN typically budget around $3,155 - $3,856 which is 6.2% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$4,704 - $5,750 |
9.3% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$511 - $625 |
1.0% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,155 - $3,856 |
6.2% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$1,039 - $1,269 |
2.1% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Nashville TN, you should budget approximately $29,477 - $36,027, which is about 58.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$29,477 - $36,027 |
58.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,582 - $6,822 |
11.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$10,760 - $13,152 |
21.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$9,161 - $11,197 |
18.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,974 - $4,857 |
7.9% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,461 - $5,453. This accounts for roughly 8.8% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,461 - $5,453 |
8.8% |
|
Bouquets
|
$561 - $685 |
1.1% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$255 - $311 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$704 - $860 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$666 - $814 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,389 - $1,697 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$887 - $1,085 |
1.8% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $2,040 - $2,494. This is approximately 4.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$2,040 - $2,494 |
4.0% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$298 - $364 |
0.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$140 - $172 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$444 - $542 |
0.9% |
|
Postage
|
$194 - $237 |
0.4% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$291 - $355 |
0.6% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$264 - $322 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$202 - $246 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$209 - $255 |
0.4% |
On average, couples in Franklin TN spend between $5,001 - $6,113 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 9.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Nashville TN with 250 guests spend between $2,618 - $3,200 on wedding photography, which is about 5.2% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Nashville TN is $1,990 - $2,432. This makes up a portion of your (3.9%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,001 - $6,113 |
9.9% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$393 - $481 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,618 - $3,200 |
5.2% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,990 - $2,432 |
3.9% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Nashville TN is estimated to be $3,698 - $4,520. This service accounts for 7.3% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,698 - $4,520 |
7.3% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,698 - $4,520 |
7.3% |