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Heart and Soul Ceremonies

5.0 (151)
· Smithfield, RI

"We couldn't have picked a better officiant Robin was absolutely amazing I would recommend to everyone"

English Ceremony Rehearsal Interfaith Non-religious

$450

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Bling Ceremonies LLC

Ruidoso, NM

Bling Ceremonies LLC is a company providing customizable wedding officiating services in Rio Rancho, New Mexico. The...Read more team has been operating since 2016 and has officiated intimate and fun weddings. They focus on being your dynamic, and exciting officiant, helping you exchange your vows exactly the...

English Ceremony Rehearsal Interfaith Civil Union Non-religious

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Rev. Don Morphis

5.0 (285)
· Charlotte, NC

"Rev. Don is truly amazing! From the initial planning stages all the way through to the wedding day, he far..."

English Ceremony Rehearsal Interfaith Civil Union Non-religious

$425

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Rev. Austin White

El Paso, TX

I am an ordained Wedding Officiant in El Paso, Texas. I received my officiant license in 2012 and I can do weddings and...Read more planning services such as pre-marital counseling and even, if desired, venue selection assistance. Whatever I can do to make your special day happen, I am up for the challenge. I...

English Spanish Ceremony Rehearsal Interfaith Civil Union

$333
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Creative Wedding Ceremonies by Reverend Daylover

5.0 (16)
· Reno, NV

"Jessica is a pleasure to work with, her warmth and humor and consideration made our special day one that was truly..."

English Ceremony Rehearsal Interfaith Civil Union Non-religious

$350

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All Faiths Ceremonies by Reverend Dr. Sheila Gay Gross

5.0 (382)
· Jersey Shore, NJ

"If you want a personalized ceremony and having an officiant that takes the time to get to know your story , then..."

Interfaith Civil Union Non-religious

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Alpha Weddings

5.0 (308)
· Fort Myers, FL

"We couldn’t have asked for a better officiant for our wedding at the Alderman House in downtown Fort Myers! Will..."

English Ceremony Rehearsal Interfaith Non-religious

$400
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Austin Area Weddings

4.6 (135)
· Round Rock, TX

"We absolutely loved Reverend James! He was easy to work with, quickly responded to all of our emails and..."

English Ceremony Rehearsal Interfaith Civil Union Non-religious

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$450

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Rabbi Paul Offenkrantz

5.0 (146)
· Boynton Beach, FL

"We couldn’t have asked for a better officiant than Rabbi Paul for our wedding. From the moment we met him, his..."

Interfaith Civil Union Non-religious

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Kathleen Rose Weddings

5.0 (18)
· Marysville, WA

"Kathleen was amazing and so loving! She had so many different styles to go with. My husband and I are mot..."

English Ceremony Rehearsal Interfaith Civil Union Non-religious

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Love Story Weddings, Rev. Brad Hughes

5.0 (257)
· Detroit, MI

"Jeff went above and beyond to make sure our needs and wants were met. He met with us multiple times, was EXTREMELY..."

English Ceremony Rehearsal Interfaith Non-religious

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Bridging Relationships LLC

Minneapolis, MN

Congratulations on finding your person! You are probably looking at premarital counseling because you value your...Read more relationship and want to enjoy these next steps in your life together. My premarital counseling program is thoughtfully designed to help navigate the exciting and sometimes challenging...

English

$750

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Allison Adamovic, LMFT

Redondo Beach, CA

Allison Adamovic, LMFT offers premarital counseling in Redondo Beach, California. Premarital Counseling to make a smooth...Read more transition from engaged to married! Put your best foot forward in your new commitment. What Can You Expect? Understanding how and why your partner operates! Communication and...

English

$250
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Pastor Norman Alexander

5.0 (308)
· Arcadia, CA

"Pastor Norman was an absolute pleasure to have as our officiant. Also my the way he was so helpful in making our..."

English Spanish Ceremony Rehearsal Interfaith Civil Union

$495

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Rev. Scott Awbrey

4.9 (153)
· Loveland, CO

"Scott officiated our wedding in April and we had a great time with him. He made all of the details smooth and easy..."

Interfaith Non-religious
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Weddings By Design

5.0 (71)
· Brewster, MA

"Working with Cindy was such a smooth process, she was extremely attentive and created the wedding ceremony of our..."

English Ceremony Rehearsal Interfaith Civil Union Non-religious

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$400

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LouisKayatinServices

5.0 (131)
· Estero, FL

"From day one, Lou has been nothing but amazing! He was accommodating, responsive and super helpful during the..."

English Ceremony Rehearsal Interfaith Non-religious

$500

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MN Secular Weddings

5.0 (24)
· Minneapolis, MN

"We had a fantastic time working with Pete! We met with him twice so he could get to know us, and so we could..."

English Ceremony Rehearsal Interfaith Civil Union Non-religious

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Elegant Elopements

5.0 (1)
· Corpus Christi, TX

"My experience at Elegant Elopements was absolutely incredible. We recently renewed our vows here and we could not..."

English Spanish Ceremony Rehearsal Interfaith Non-religious

$450

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Weddings By Pastor Gary

5.0 (11)
· Rehoboth Beach, DE

Weddings by Pastor Gary provides officiant services to couples along the coast of Delaware and Maryland. The team is...Read more excited to provide you with two important necessities on your big day: officiant and photography services. Pastor Gary and Jeanne are honored to officiate your wedding and help you...

English Ceremony Rehearsal Interfaith Civil Union Non-religious

$300

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Interfaith Cantor Marc Bachrach

5.0 (50)
· Los Angeles, CA

"This is a review for both the ketubah and wedding ceremony: I was in the wedding industry for 15 year and I..."

English Hebrew Ceremony Rehearsal Interfaith Civil Union

$1,800

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Hearts Crossing

5.0 (28)
· Santa Fe, NM

"We cannot exaggerate how wonderful ChrisTina was to work with. She was focused and thorough, but always human and..."

English Ceremony Rehearsal Interfaith Civil Union Non-religious

$555

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Two Hearts One Love Ceremony Officiants

4.9 (184)
· Myrtle Beach, SC

"Rev. Philip Sciscione officiated our wedding back on 11/4/2023 when he was located in PA and we couldn't have..."

English Ceremony Rehearsal Interfaith Civil Union Non-religious

$200

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Above Talk Weddings

4.9 (21)
· Fresno, CA

"Our experience with Jo was top notch. When our original offciant was unable to perform our ceremony two weeks..."

English Ceremony Rehearsal Interfaith Civil Union Non-religious

$375

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Find a Wedding Officiant

While searching for the right wedding officiant may not be the most glamorous aspect of the wedding planning process, it's crucial to the ceremony. After all, there's no getting married without an officiant! In that sense, wedding officiants have the most important job of all of your wedding vendors. Unfortunately, finding the best person to perform the ceremony can be difficult – especially if you're getting married in an unfamiliar area where you may not have a strong connection with a religious leader or judge. If you're not sure how to look for someone to marry you, don't worry. We have all the resources you’ll need to find the right officiant for your special day.

Selecting Your Wedding Officiant

Start researching the marriage laws in the place you’re getting married in. Find out if the state (or country) has any restrictions on who can or can't marry you. (Check out our marriage laws by state information.) From there, your officiant search can begin. You might look into wedding ministers or wedding pastors as options; non-religious couples can check out tips for choosing a non-religious wedding officiant. Be sure to ask around for references. You can even chat with other couples in our online wedding forums.

Make sure you meet any potential marriage officiant in person before booking. You and your partner should feel comfortable around them, and they should get a sense of the two of you as a couple. It's not uncommon for a wedding officiant to request several counseling sessions to get to know the couple better.

Questions to Ask Your Wedding Officiant

During this face-to-face time, we suggest asking any and all questions you have concerning the marriage officiant’s part in your wedding. Some suggestions:

Are you available for our wedding day and location?
What is the best way to contact you?
How much do you charge?
Is there any flexibility with the format of the ceremony?
Can other people (family and friends) speak during the ceremony?
Can you work within our theme?
Will you be attending the rehearsal?
How will you be dressed during the ceremony?

You can even ask if they have any video from weddings they have officiated before. This is also a good time to ask about their history and experience.

Wedding officiants aren't just there to preside over the ceremony. They’ll also advise you on how and when to apply for your marriage license, suggest readings for the ceremony and answer any questions you might have about the process. Whether you're looking for someone to talk at length about the commitment you are making, or for someone who will keep their speeches short and sweet, witnessing your marriage commitment is the whole reason everyone has come together. While planning the reception holds a great deal of excitement, finding the right wedding officiant will make the most important part of the wedding – your ceremony – all the more special. Just don't forget to have your officiant sign your marriage license at the end of the day!

If you’re wondering, “How do I find a wedding officiant near me?”, WeddingWire can help. Simply select “wedding officiant” from the vendor section, enter your location information and read reviews from real couples who have used the officiant before. Congratulations on your upcoming nuptials!

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Heart and Soul Ceremonies

Bling Ceremonies LLC

Rev. Don Morphis

Rev. Austin White

Creative Wedding Ceremonies by Reverend Daylover

All Faiths Ceremonies by Reverend Dr. Sheila Gay Gross

Alpha Weddings

Austin Area Weddings

Rabbi Paul Offenkrantz

Kathleen Rose Weddings

Love Story Weddings, Rev. Brad Hughes

Bridging Relationships LLC

Allison Adamovic, LMFT

Pastor Norman Alexander

Rev. Scott Awbrey

Weddings By Design

LouisKayatinServices

MN Secular Weddings

Elegant Elopements

Weddings By Pastor Gary

Interfaith Cantor Marc Bachrach

Hearts Crossing

Two Hearts One Love Ceremony Officiants

Above Talk Weddings

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