Church Wedding Budget Layout
Church Wedding Budget Layout
1. Venue Costs
1.1 Church Fees
This includes all costs associated with reserving the church for the wedding ceremony, covering administrative fees, sanctuary use, and any additional facilities.
|
Item |
Cost |
|---|---|
|
Reservation Fee |
$500 |
|
Administration Fee |
$150 |
|
Total Church Fees |
$650 |
1.2 Reception Venue
Costs related to renting a reception venue, such as banquet halls or garden spaces, for post-ceremony celebrations.
|
Item |
Cost |
|---|---|
|
Rental Fee |
$1,200 |
|
Cleaning Fee |
$200 |
|
Total Reception Venue |
$1,400 |
2. Catering
2.1 Food and Beverages
The expenses for catering service, including food and drinks for guests at the reception.
|
Item |
Estimated Cost |
|---|---|
|
Appetizers |
$300 |
|
Main Course |
$1,000 |
|
Desserts |
$400 |
|
Beverages |
$500 |
|
Total Food and Beverages |
$2,200 |
2.2 Cake
The cost of the wedding cake may vary depending on design, size, and complexity.
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Cake Cost: $350
3. Attire
3.1 Bridal Wear
Costs associated with the bride’s attire, including the wedding dress, alterations, and accessories.
|
Item |
Cost |
|---|---|
|
Wedding Dress |
$1,000 |
|
Alterations |
$150 |
|
Accessories |
$200 |
|
Total Bridal Wear |
$1,350 |
3.2 Groom Wear
The expense for the groom's attire, including suit or tuxedo rental or purchase, shoes, and accessories.
|
Item |
Cost |
|---|---|
|
Suit/Tuxedo |
$300 |
|
Shoes |
$100 |
|
Accessories |
$50 |
|
Total Groom Wear |
$450 |
4. Photography and Videography
4.1 Photographer
Professional photography services to capture memorable moments during the ceremony and reception.
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Photography Package: $1,500
4.2 Videographer
Services to produce a wedding video documenting the special day.
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Videography Package: $1,000
5. Music and Entertainment
5.1 Ceremony Music
Costs for music during the ceremony, which may include live musicians or DJ services.
|
Item |
Cost |
|---|---|
|
Live Musicians |
$400 |
|
DJ Services |
$300 |
|
Total Ceremony Music |
$700 |
5.2 Reception Entertainment
Entertainment options for the reception, such as live bands or DJs.
|
Item |
Cost |
|---|---|
|
Live Band |
$1,200 |
|
DJ Services |
$600 |
|
Total Reception Entertainment |
$1,800 |
6. Decorations
6.1 Ceremony Decorations
Expenses for decorations at the church, including flowers, aisle runners, and altar decor.
|
Item |
Cost |
|---|---|
|
Flowers |
$500 |
|
Aisle Runners |
$100 |
|
Altar Decor |
$150 |
|
Total Ceremony Decorations |
$750 |
6.2 Reception Decorations
Costs for decorative elements at the reception venue, including centerpieces, lighting, and additional decor.
|
Item |
Cost |
|---|---|
|
Centerpieces |
$300 |
|
Lighting |
$200 |
|
Other Decor |
$250 |
|
Total Reception Decorations |
$750 |
7. Invitations and Stationery
7.1 Invitations
Costs for designing, printing, and sending wedding invitations.
|
Item |
Cost |
|---|---|
|
Invitation Design |
$100 |
|
Printing |
$200 |
|
Postage |
$75 |
|
Total Invitations |
$375 |
7.2 Additional Stationery
Expenses for other stationery items, such as save-the-dates, programs, menus, and thank-you cards.
|
Item |
Cost |
|---|---|
|
Save-the-Dates |
$50 |
|
Programs |
$75 |
|
Menus |
$50 |
|
Thank-You Cards |
$50 |
|
Total Additional Stationery |
$225 |
8. Miscellaneous
8.1 Transportation
Costs for transportation for the wedding party and guest.
|
Item |
Cost |
|---|---|
|
Limousine Rental |
$400 |
|
Shuttle Service |
$200 |
|
Total Transportation |
$600 |
8.2 Wedding Favors
Small gifts are provided to guests as a token of appreciation for their attendance.
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Favors: $150
8.3 Marriage License
The legal fee for obtaining a marriage license.
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License Fee: $50
Grand Total
To calculate the total estimated cost of the wedding, sum up all the individual categories.
|
Category |
Cost |
|---|---|
|
Venue Costs |
$2,050 |
|
Catering |
$2,550 |
|
Attire |
$1,800 |
|
Photography & Videography |
$2,500 |
|
Music & Entertainment |
$2,500 |
|
Decorations |
$1,500 |
|
Invitations & Stationery |
$600 |
|
Miscellaneous |
$800 |
|
Overall Total |
$14,300 |
