The Best Wedding Ceremony Officiants in California

The Best Wedding Ceremony Officiants in California

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92 Wedding Officiants in California

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Wedding Officiant Julia Garcia 

5.0

Oxnard, CA
  • Offers 9 ceremony types
  • Starts at $350
  • Serves California

• I love to customize the look and feel of wedding ceremonies to meet the aspirations and imagination of my couples. • Perform personalized, romantic, memorable wedding ceremonies - elopements, weddings, and vows renewal in LA, Ventura, Santa Barbara counties. • Christian 💒, non-religious, non-denominational, LGBTQ+🌈. • I provide marriage license guidance 📜, write wedding scripts ✍️, and help with vows ❤️.

Awarded Best of Zola
As a Ventura County wedding photographer, I am always so happy when I get to work with Julia on a wedding or elopement! We’ve had the pleasure to work together many times and I am always blown away by how she truly personalizes the wedding ceremony for every couple. Each ceremony is unique and beautiful! From matching her outfit to the wedding colors, to learning the couple’s favorite songs/tv shows/books, she puts so much thought and detail into every wedding. Julia is always professional and yet still fun to work with. I always highly recommend her to my wedding clients!
Allie D., 8 months ago
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Pastor Joshua Kapchinsky 

5.0

Claremont, CA
  • Offers 9 ceremony types
  • Starts at $495
  • Serves California

Meet Pastor Joshua Kapchinsky: Serving Los Angeles, Orange, and San Bernardino Counties, Pastor Josh Kapchinsky brings warmth, wisdom, and a touch of magic to every wedding ceremony. As the Lead Pastor of a welcoming nondenominational church in the vibrant college town of Claremont, he’s no stranger to celebrating love and community. When he’s not leading his congregation, Pastor Josh pours his heart into helping couples craft the wedding ceremony of their dreams.

Awarded Best of Zola
Pastor Josh and Jennifer were amazing from start to finish ! We got so much feedback from our friends and family about how much they loved our ceremony and how well Pastor Josh did ! He was on time, professional, personable and respectful. Everything went so smooth and we are so happy Thankyou so very much to you both !!
Angela, 4 months ago
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Love Story Vows 

5.0

San Diego, CA
  • Offers 9 ceremony types
  • Starts at $475
  • Serves California

Wedding officiant Heidi's only job is to make sure that you both have a wonderful ceremony that feels right to you. It should be memorable for the right reasons, have some laughter, a little bit of romance, and show your love for each other. She will capture your personal love story and your ceremony will definitely Not be long and boring! Heidi has married over 650 couples since 2016 and she's known for making the process easy and stress free for you. As a former wedding planner, she makes sure your ceremony flows smoothly and she will help you feel calm and actually enjoy your ceremony!

Awarded Best of Zola
Heidi is an absolute gem of a human. She came recommended to us by our wedding photographers and was the perfect officiant for our LA elopement. We felt a connection to her from the very beginning and she made us feel like family. Over the course of several months, we worked together on crafting our personalized ceremony that included a hand fasting and tarot card pull. We then completed a questionnaire that was used to tell our love story. I was genuinely taken aback at the heartfelt way our answers wove together to tell the story of our relationship. I should also mention how meaningful it was that our final tarot card that we pulled was The Heirophant - literally the marriage card. It made our ceremony feel even more magical! We are so grateful for her involvement in making our day perfect — and we are glad to call her Aunt Heidi!
Natasha + J., 8 months ago
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Sacred & Unique Wedding Ceremonies 

5.0

Santa Barbara, CA
  • Offers 10 ceremony types
  • Starts at $350
  • Serves California

Santa Barbara wedding officiant Dani Antman performs interfaith, religious, and spiritual wedding ceremonies. Ordained as an Interfaith minister in 2004, Dani specializes in creating custom, and touching personalized wedding ceremonies. She loves to combine different traditions and customs, along with rituals, readings, and blessings that reflect your love for each other and your religious beliefs. Dani will guide you through the planning process: from discussing details of your own unique love story, to creating the ceremony and walking down the aisle. Filing the license and all meetings are included. Attending the rehearsal is extra.

Awarded Best of Zola
From our first call, Dani put us right at ease -- She was incredibly clear, helpful, and kind in guiding us through the process of planning our wedding ceremony. Her thoughtful approach made us feel at ease and confident that our ceremony would be meaningful, memorable, and lighthearted. She worked closely with us to craft a ceremony that really reflected our relationship. There was not a dry eye in the place!
Erica B., 7 months ago
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L + A Union Ceremonies 

5.0

Hawthorne, CA
  • Offers 10 ceremony types
  • Starts at $550
  • Serves California

Hi, I'm Lilian Argueta, a proud Guatemalan American, native Angelina, and the heart behind L+A Union Ceremonies. I’ve always believed in the power of human connection and the importance of honoring it with authenticity, care, and soul. I’ve been a certified officiant since 2017, and my path to this work has been anything but traditional—in the best way. L+A stands for Luz y Amor, light and love in Spanish. It’s more than a name; it’s a belief system. I believe we are all energy, all light…and when two people come together in love, something truly magical happens. That magic deserves to be witnessed and celebrated with intention & creativity.

Awarded Best of Zola
We are so grateful we found Lilian of L A Union Ceremonies to officiate our wedding. Though she’s based in SoCal, she flew up to San Francisco for our ceremony, and from start to finish she was an absolute joy to work with. When looking for an officiant, we wanted someone non-traditional to match the kind of ceremony we envisioned - bride and groom walking down the aisle together, no wedding processional or religious elements, and none of the “standard” wedding language that didn’t fit us. Lilian put us completely at ease. She clearly cares deeply about her work and pours so much love into the process, from having us each complete a thoughtful questionnaire to custom-writing a ceremony script that felt like “us,” to helping along the way with things like last-minute support for vows. On the day of, she was the calming presence we needed - talking us through our nerves right beforehand so we could truly enjoy the moment. Her attention to detail continued all the way through, even down to sending us a photo of her mailing off our signed marriage license application. And afterward, she surprised us with a thoughtful keepsake that showed just how much she goes the extra mile for her couples. If you want a true partner in creating a meaningful, personalized ceremony, Lilian should absolutely be your go-to. We can’t recommend her highly enough.
Emily K., 5 months ago
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Better Together Officiating-Events-Photos 

5.0

Rancho Palos Verdes, CA
  • Offers 8 ceremony types
  • Starts at $250
  • Serves California
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Over 20’s years ago Terry started working for a wedding planning company in Traverse City MI and has since written and officiated countless wedding ceremonies, each one is unique and special as the two people who are getting married. We design your ceremony to capture your personalities, vision and wishes to most accurately reflect who you are as a couple. We love to meet with couples who want a candid heartfelt stressless ceremony full of genuine joy centered around two people setting off on a journey to conquer life. Leveraging our decades of officiating and event services, we’ll turn your dream wedding into a beautiful reality!

Awarded Best of Zola
Terry and Fabian were an absolute perfect fit for us and our vision for the wedding ceremony. Terry is experienced and when we talked about some of the complexities of our family’s needs and our own vision, she was able to make it come together better than I ever could’ve dreamed! She and Fabian even stepped in when the inevitable hiccups occurred before the ceremony. We mostly only brought in family and friends to work with us on our wedding, limiting the outside vendors. By the first meeting at brunch over bengients, they felt like family. We will forever be grateful that fate brought them to us and they were part of our special day. PS They also took a few special photos including the one here- it’s our favorite from that day!
Samantha & D., 25 days ago
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The Out Officiant 

5.0

El Cerrito, CA
  • Offers 7 ceremony types
  • Starts at $187
  • Serves California

Hola, I’m Ernesto (he/him/él), The Out Officiant! Ordained by the ULC, I began officiating in 2019 and bring heart, humor, and authenticity to every ceremony. As a gay Latino who’s been through wedding planning myself, I know how vital it is to feel seen and supported. I specialize in LGBTQ+, bilingual, and multicultural weddings, always inclusive, personalized, and stress-free. Based in El Cerrito, my fee varies by distance. Let’s create a ceremony that celebrates your love story!

Ernesto is the best officiant! He met with us prior to see what we would like incorporated into the ceremony, he showed up last minute to our rehearsal after we forgot to tell him about it, and overall incorporated his humor/personality to make our ceremony truly special! Highly recommend him!
Fahima, 8 months ago
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Love Is Weddings 

5.0

Fallbrook, CA
  • Offers 9 ceremony types
  • Starts at $425
  • Serves California

Your wedding ceremony is all about you. If you would like to include special rituals, your love story or have a playful ceremony, we can work together to make it happen. If you want a simple yet meaningful ceremony, we can do that too. If you would fully customize your ceremony you have the option of selecting each and every element of your celebration of love. Getting it right for you; that's what it's all about.

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Rev. Brian and the team at Love Is Weddings were a pleasure to work with for our wedding ceremony. Their communication style was clear, concise, and thorough, which made the planning process smooth and stress-free. The quality of their work and overall value was very professional - they provided excellent guidance and were highly personable throughout. We really appreciated that Rev. Brian shared examples of ceremony script options with us, which allowed us to customize the ceremony to be more personalized and meaningful for us as a couple. We highly recommend Rev. Brian and the Love Is Weddings team to any couples searching for their wedding officiant.
Anthony G., 5 months ago
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SoCal Christian Weddings 

5.0

Temecula, CA
  • Offers 9 ceremony types
  • Starts at $625
  • Serves California

I'm Rev. Dr. Jeff Saville, (call me Jeff) a retired Navy chaplain with 26 yrs military service and real church pastor (not just ordained online). I can lead a highly customized & personalized wedding ceremony at a winery, golf club, beach, on a military base or in a hot air balloon! Or if you just need to be quickly/legally married very inexpensively, I do that too! When you contact me you will quickly receive detailed info, a sample but customizable ceremony, and offer times for a free consultation by videocall to answer questions about levels of service (Gold/Silver/Bronze), the fees, OPTIONAL Premarital Counseling and more!

We had a wonderful experience with Pastor Jeff as our wedding officiant. From our first video call, he took the time to get to know us and made the whole process feel personable and comfortable. He guided us through planning the ceremony with clear communication over email, phone, and video calls, and even hosted a mini-rehearsal at his home and answered all of our questions with great detail. On the wedding day, he arrived looking great in the outfit we’d chosen and took time to coach everyone through their roles before the ceremony. The ceremony itself was beautifully led—thoughtful, heartfelt, and seamless. Afterwards, he even sent us photos he had taken, which was such a kind touch. Pastor Jeff was professional, organized, and truly a joy to work with—we highly recommend him!!!
Ani A., 3 months ago
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Blessed Events Weddings 

4.3

Riverside, CA
  • Offers 9 ceremony types
  • Serves California

Performing wedding ceremonies since 2015. We offer heartwarming & cute customizable ceremonies that reflect our lovely couples. Guests & family always love the special touches we make in the ceremony and walk away more in love then they ever were.

Blessed Events Weddings was the perfect choice for our wedding officiant. From the moment we first spoke with Kathryn, we were impressed by her friendly and creative approach. She took the time to get to know us as a couple and understand the story of our relationship, which allowed her to craft a truly personalized ceremony that felt so special and meaningful. Kathryn was also incredibly helpful, providing us with sample scripts and invaluable advice that made the process so much easier. On the day of, her professionalism and attention to detail ensured everything went smoothly. And with their affordable rates, we felt we received excellent value for the high-quality service they provided. We couldn't have asked for a better officiant to make our wedding day so memorable.
Carly, 3 months ago
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Weddings Royale 

5.0

Irvine, CA
  • Offers 8 ceremony types
  • Serves California

Ryan and Valerie Kingsman are the dynamic duo behind Weddings Royale, an award-winning husband and wife officiant team specializing in luxury wedding celebrations. As acclaimed love storytellers, they have mastered the art of creating personalized, meaningful ceremonies for over a thousand couples. Based in Orange County, they travel throughout California and to destination events.

Awarded Best of Zola
Oh what can I say about Valerie! She went above and beyond to make it special and guide us in such a beautiful way to begin our marriage. She was not only our officiant but became someone to lean on and truly became a friend. I would recommend her 1000% over to anyone who asks! Love her.
Breanna W., 9 months ago
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Grand Entrance Affairs 

5.0

Pasadena, CA
  • Offers 6 ceremony types
  • Starts at $800
  • Serves California

Ready to create an unforgettable ceremony for the most important day of your life? I’d be honored to help you with that. As an ordained minister, wedding planner, and copywriter, I offer a unique combination of skills to help me create the perfect custom wedding ceremony—tailor-made for you. I use my interpersonal nature to get to know you as a couple, your love story, and your important must-haves—and my way with words to craft a heartfelt and memorable ceremony that uniquely captures and conveys your essence in front of all your nearest and dearest.

Awarded Best of Zola
We are so grateful to have had Ingrid as our wedding officiant. From the very first meeting, she made us feel so comfortable and at ease. Her warm and personable nature made it easy for us to trust her with one of the most important moments of our lives. On our wedding day, she truly went above and beyond to ensure everything went smoothly. She helped coordinate the ceremony seamlessly and made sure every detail was in place, which allowed us to relax and enjoy the moment. What stood out most was how she made the ceremony feel so personal and unique to us. It was clear she took the time to understand our relationship, and it felt like she was part of our journey. Thanks to her, our ceremony was heartfelt and unforgettable. We couldn’t have asked for a better officiant, and we’ll cherish the memories she helped create for us forever. If you're looking for someone who is not only professional but also deeply invested in making your day perfect, Ingrid is the one!
Kelly M., 8 months ago
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Dearly Beloved 

5.0

Temecula, CA
  • Offers 9 ceremony types
  • Starts at $200
  • Serves California

Dearly Beloved is a professional wedding officiant service devoted to crafting heartfelt, personalized, and inclusive ceremonies. I believe every love story is unique and deserves to be celebrated with care and intention. Whether your vibe is romantic, playful, spiritual, or secular—I work closely with you to ensure your ceremony reflects you. I love love, and I take immense pride in helping couples from all backgrounds feel seen, honored, and celebrated on one of the most meaningful days of their lives.

Awarded Best of Zola
From the very first interaction, Joel at Dearly Beloved was incredibly thorough, confident, and insightful in guiding us through the ceremony planning process. Joel took the time to understand our vision and provided thoughtful suggestions that made our ceremony feel truly special and personal. On the day of, his warm and reassuring presence set the perfect tone, helping my husband and I stay present and focused on the significance of the moment. Joel's attention to detail and investment in our celebration was evident in every aspect, from the layout of the ceremony to the seamless handling of our marriage license. Dearly Beloved truly provided the best officiating experience, and I am so grateful we chose them to be a part of our special day.
Vanessa J., 3 months ago
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Sam Does Weddings 

5.0

LOS ANGELES, CA
  • Offers 9 ceremony types
  • Starts at $850
  • Serves California

Born in Australia, lived in Scotland, I've now been in the US for 10 years, I presided over my first wedding in 2016. Being asked by two of my oldest friends changed my life forever. But I was crazy nervous. That first ceremony elicited something inside of me I never expected. I LOVED, love! I had a feeling of pride and community I'd never experienced before. More and more friends asked me to officiate their weddings over the years until I finally said "frick it, maybe this is my thing." Becoming an officiant has been one of the most rewarding things I've done, experiencing your marriage ceremony with you is now something I look forward to.

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I can't recommend Sam Does Weddings enough!! He was the perfect officiant: kind, humorous, patient and most of all understanding! From the moment we chose Sam, he was always available and had genuine care and consideration for our relationship. He took the time to truly understand us as a couple and beautifully captured the essence of our relationship in the ceremony. We wanted a short, unplugged ceremony with the perfect balance of humor and heartfelt moments, and Sam delivered exactly that. He crafted a service that actually felt like us - not generic or overly formal, but filled with love and authenticity that resonated with everyone present. Throughout the planning process, Sam was incredibly helpful and responsive. He gently guided us to ensure we were hitting all the right notes while still giving us the flexibility to make the ceremony our own. He shaped and refined our own telling of our story into something truly special. I still get giddy thinking about when my husband and I read our ceremony script over a glass of wine at dinner! Though what truly sets Sam apart is his attention to detail and thoughtful touches - he even came prepped with a sneaky shot of our favorite drink for both of us right after we said "I do" which was MUCH needed (iykyk) If you're looking for an officiant who will take the time to understand your unique story, respect your wishes, and create a ceremony that perfectly reflects who you are as a couple, Sam is your person. We are, and always will be forever grateful to him :)
Montana, 9 months ago
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Shundo David Haye, Zen Priest 

5.0

San Francisco, CA
  • Offers 10 ceremony types
  • Starts at $400
  • Serves California

I have been a Zen Priest since 2009, and have been officiating weddings since 2011. To everything I do I bring fifteen years of residential zen training at San Francisco Zen Center, including five years of intense monastic training at Tassajara, and many silent retreats. As a wedding officiant I am proud to have performed many same-sex marriages, and many of the couples I have married have been multi-cultural. I am often asked to wear my Buddhist robes for the ceremony, but that is entirely up to the couple. Ceremonies have ranged in size from the couple, me and the photographer, to much more formal settings for up to two hundred people.

We were beyond thrilled with the incredible service provided by Shundo as our wedding officiant. From the moment we met, Shundo exuded warmth, professionalism, and an unwavering dedication to making our ceremony truly unforgettable. His ability to personalize every aspect of our ceremony was astounding. Shundo took the time to understand our story, our values, and what truly mattered to us as a couple. The result was a ceremony that felt uniquely tailored, deeply meaningful, and resonated with both us and our guests. Shundo's eloquence and presence during the ceremony were unparalleled. His words were beautifully crafted and delivered, weaving together humor, emotion, and heartfelt sentiments, which left everyone in attendance moved and touched. What stood out most was Shundo's calming presence. Amidst the whirlwind of emotions on our big day, their reassurance and guidance helped us stay grounded, allowing us to savor every moment of the ceremony. We cannot thank Shundo enough for playing such a pivotal role in our special day. His expertise, kindness, and genuine passion for what they do truly made our wedding ceremony an unforgettable experience. If you're looking for an officiant who goes above and beyond to create a ceremony that reflects your love story in the most magical way possible, Shundo is the absolute perfect choice. Thank you, Shundo, for making our wedding day an absolute dream come true!
Erwin T., 2 months ago
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Eve Wedding Services 

5.0

San Bernardino, CA
  • Offers 9 ceremony types
  • Starts at $400
  • Serves California

Marriage is a sacred commitment, and this moment deserves care, intention, and presence. From the questions and nerves to the quiet conversations along the way, our role is to walk with you through it all. We take time to listen and shape a ceremony that feels natural and true to your relationship, while also guiding you through the marriage license process at the County Clerk’s Office of your choice so nothing feels confusing or rushed.

Eve Wedding Services was an absolute delight to work with for our wedding ceremony. From our first interaction, the team was incredibly helpful, kind and sweet, guiding us through the process with professionalism and care. Their unique approach and one-of-a-kind ceremony truly made our special day feel even more meaningful and personal. We cannot recommend Eve Wedding Services highly enough - they are truly amazing at what they do and worth every penny. Our guests raved about the ceremony and we are so grateful to have had them be a part of our wedding day.
Gisselle A., 22 days ago
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Shannon Bryson Ceremonies 

5.0

Winchester, CA
  • Offers 9 ceremony types
  • Starts at $300
  • Serves California

Shannon serves the Temecula/Murrieta area, North San Diego, and Palm Springs/Palm Desert area, and is willing to travel beyond. With 35 years in beauty, 20+ years in wellness, and 3 years officiating over 100 ceremonies, she brings unique experience to your special day. Shannon writes every ceremony from scratch after getting to know you through "Get to Know Each Other" calls. She handles all paperwork and logistics, making your wedding, elopement, or vow renewal completely stress-free.

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Working alongside Shannon Bryson Ceremonies was an absolute pleasure for our team. From our very first interaction, Shannon’s communication was caring, intentional, and thoughtful, which made coordinating every detail smooth and stress-free. Her professionalism shines through in the way she balances efficiency with warmth, creating ceremonies that are both joyful and deeply personal. We were especially impressed by her ability to seamlessly weave together cultural traditions, as she did when officiating a wedding that honored both Indian and American backgrounds. Shannon leads with genuine heart and passion, bringing an uplifting presence that elevates the entire wedding experience. As a venue and coordination team, we couldn’t have asked for a better partner in making this couple’s day truly memorable.
Joann S., 4 months ago
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Harbor View Weddings 

5.0

Harbor City, CA
  • Offers 9 ceremony types
  • Starts at $450
  • Serves California
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Hi, I’m Andy, the heart behind Harbor View Weddings. For more than 20 years, I’ve had the honor of helping couples celebrate one of the most important days of their lives. Since 2012, my family and I have built a wedding officiant service that’s rooted in love, respect, and authenticity. Whether it’s an intimate backyard ceremony, a romantic beach wedding, or a grand celebration, I make sure every couple feels supported and stress-free. My goal is simple: to craft a ceremony that reflects you — your story, your culture, and your vision for the future.

Awarded Best of Zola
Andy was the best. He made a great effort to get to know my wife and I prior to the wedding. He delivered a beautiful service that felt very personal. He even got my dad to tear up, a little. That's a hard thing to do. I am recommending him to all my friends.
Felipe H., 5 months ago
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Weddings by Christina 

5.0

Orange, CA
  • Offers 9 ceremony types
  • Starts at $350
  • Serves California

My name is Christina, and I’m the heart behind Weddings by Christina, based in Orange, California. As a licensed officiant in 49 states, I’ve had the joy of uniting couples across Southern California and beyond. I love meeting new couples, hearing your unique love story, and helping bring your vision of the perfect ceremony to life. With your input, I design a ceremony that reflects who you are. I’m all about building a strong connection and creating a warm, inclusive space where all love is celebrated. I officiate weddings of all types and also specialize in commitment ceremonies, vow renewals, baby dedications, and memorial services.

Awarded Best of Zola
Christina is amazing! She was very thorough about the whole process of the wedding ceremony and asked me specifically what things I wanted to keep or change. She made it personal and tailored to me and my husband which I loved. She's also so easy-going and funny. I really couldn't have asked for a better minister to officiate my wedding. She was even down and excited to accept my very specific minister attire requirements since I had a fantasy wedding and wanted all the attires to be cohesive. Wedding ceremony was so smooth and perfect because of her fantastic work! Thank you so much Christina!!
Camila, 4 months ago
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Pronounced by Patrick 

5.0

SAN LUIS OBISPO, CA
  • Offers 9 ceremony types
  • Starts at $450
  • Serves California

Hello there! I'm Patrick, a professional wedding officiant based in Paso Robles, California...Our little drinking town, with a farming problem...but I do travel! I take absolute delight in helping make your wedding ceremony just as you envisioned it. After all, it's your special day! In addition to working as an officiant, I'm also the owner of a distillery in Paso Robles, a voice-over specialist, and I have a multiple-subject teaching credential. That's right, the booze making officiant!

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Patrick is amazing! He made everything so enjoyable and easy. He definitely kept things fun but still professional, both in first meeting him and on the day of the ceremony/during the ceremony. It was all super detailed to us as a couple. He's a really good dude inside and out. Very respectful too. We love this guy!
Baylee and C., 10 months ago
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Meg's Ceremonies 

5.0

DAVIS, CA
  • Offers 8 ceremony types
  • Starts at $575
  • Serves California

Hello and Congratulations! I have the best job in the world because I get to tell your story and connect you to each other and your guests. I love to have fun! As a former nurse and teacher, I am sensitive to individual needs and I am very comfortable in front of people.

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Meg’s Ceremonies was truly the perfect choice for our wedding officiant, and we feel so lucky to have found her. From the very beginning, Meg made us feel at ease. She was incredibly communicative, always open to feedback, and quick to respond to our messages—no matter how small the question or how last-minute the request. It felt like we had someone in our corner who genuinely cared about making our ceremony reflect us, and that kind of support meant the world during such a busy and emotional time. In the weeks leading up to the wedding, Meg guided us through the process with patience and kindness. She took the time to learn our story, listen to our ideas, and weave them together into something that felt both personal and polished. We never once felt rushed or pressured; instead, Meg created a space where we could be ourselves and trust that she would bring our vision to life. On the wedding day itself, Meg exceeded every expectation. Her attention to detail was impeccable, and her comedic timing was spot-on—she had our guests laughing, smiling, and tearing up in all the right moments. The way she told our story was heartfelt and hilarious, striking that perfect balance between romance and humor that we had hoped for. Our friends and family still talk about how much they enjoyed the ceremony, and we know that’s thanks to Meg’s talent and warmth. Beyond the ceremony, Meg went above and beyond to make the entire experience seamless. While we were busy mingling with family and taking photos, she quietly took care of signing the marriage license so we didn’t have to worry about a thing. She even surprised us with a sweet goodie bag and a personalized book that matched the pastel and floral theme of our wedding—a thoughtful touch that made us feel so seen and celebrated. Looking back, we couldn’t have asked for a better officiant. Meg brought joy, professionalism, and genuine heart to every step of the process. The value she provided was exceptional, but more importantly, she gave us memories we’ll cherish forever. If you’re looking for someone who is warm, professional, and truly gifted at what she does, we cannot recommend Meg’s Ceremonies enough. She will make your day not only beautiful, but unforgettable.
Victoria D., 2 months ago
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I Do X Two 

5.0

Castro Valley, CA
  • Offers 9 ceremony types
  • Starts at $400
  • Serves California

I love working with couples to write a ceremony that is authentic to their love story and with all the details they envision. I've officiated estate-sized wine country weddings and those at the Ritz; to ceremonies in art galleries and country clubs, to shoreline and backyard elopements, and vow renewals at a family picnic or a restaurant--each one just as special as the other.

Saundra is a professional and easy to work with. She really knew how to make our ceremony extra special. From her coordination and help during the rehearsal she made the ceremony go forward smoothly. She was also very communicative and helpful in filing the final marriage license. I would recommend Saundra to any couple getting married in the Bay Area.
Omar Q., 16 days ago
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Married By Renne Wedding Officiant 

5.0

Winnetka, CA
  • Offers 8 ceremony types
  • Starts at $550
  • Serves California

What I love about being an officiant is getting to know my couples. What their hopes and dreams are as individuals and as a couple. What they like about each other, what their favorite things they like to do together, and what makes them a couple. Putting all those things together in a memorable wedding ceremony is my passion. My ceremonies are always as individual as my couples. Every relationship is special and unique and I enjoy creating and sharing how you both got to this day, this moment. Your Story. The Best Love Story. Ever.

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Working with Renne was just lovely. From our first meeting, she was so warm, down to earth and easy to talk to. She immediately had us feeling at ease with her genuine care. Our wedding ceremony was a perfect story of us and our love story. She managed to capture the uniqueness and beauty of our relationship and our loved ones were in tears. It set the stage for such a meaningful celebration. She printed out our ceremony and vows and we keep them in our wedding box. We open it every year and read it together as a way of reflecting on our love and remembering our values and promises we made to each other. We are so grateful for the way Renne made our wedding ceremony perfect for us and how she is still a fixture in our story a little each year.
Jennifer M., 9 months ago
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Knots & Vows Sonoma 

5.0

Windsor, CA
  • Offers 10 ceremony types
  • Starts at $450
  • Serves California

With years of experience and a passion for celebrating love in all its forms, I create meaningful, personalized ceremonies for weddings and civil unions across the San Francisco Bay Area. Whether your style is traditional, modern, spiritual, secular, or something totally unique—I’m here to support your vision and help bring it to life. I’d be honored to be an important part of your big day.

My wife, Laura, and I were very pleased with Emilio Garcia officiating our wedding. He had a calming, natural ability that helped our guests feel welcomed and part of a truly joyous occasion. We had met with him prior to the ceremony and said a little humor would be good and he provided it with charm. Two thumbs up!
Armando and L., 9 months ago
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Marry Me Mendo 

5.0

Fort Bragg, CA
  • Offers 8 ceremony types
  • Starts at $375
  • Serves California
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I live in Fort Bragg with my husband and three children and am well connected with the wedding and bridal community on the north coast including photographers and florists. I’m committed to helping couples in any way I can to ensure they’ll have a stress free day making their marriage official.

Monica was amazing! We had never met in person, but through thorough communication over the phone it felt like she really knew us. She provided us with an amazing service and we are so grateful for her
Miranda Z., 2 months ago
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Rabbi Yael Ridberg 

4.7

La Jolla, CA
  • Offers 4 ceremony types
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves California

It's a great privilege and pleasure to celebrate each couple's unique love story and relationship with a wedding ceremony that is personal yet traditional, always warm and inclusive. I have been working with couples for 30 years, and I love every part of the process - from the psycho-spiritual conversations before the ceremony, to the sacred experience of standing beneath the wedding canopy. I strive to weave together each partner's narrative with the Jewish rituals that sanctify a relationship in ways that reflect each couple's shared values and connections.

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I have known Rabbi Ridberg since I was a young child and she was the rabbi at my synagogue. I prepared for my bat mitzvah with her and she played a formative role in my Jewish development. I knew for many years I would want her to officiate my wedding and when the time came she was a true joy to work with. My husband and I met with her regularly before the wedding, discussing the meaning of marriage, our wedding and our respective and combined spirituality. During the ceremony she explained with clarity and meaning the jewish traditions to incorporate our guests. I truly cannot recommend her more.
Carly A., 2 months ago
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Santa Cruz Officiant 

5.0

Santa Cruz, CA
  • Offers 10 ceremony types
  • Starts at $600
  • Serves California

Hi, I’m Naomi—a multi-award-winning wedding officiant known for ceremonies that feel like soul nourishment. I’m part marriage midwife, part mythic storyteller, part fierce loving mama bear. I help couples stay grounded, connected, and deeply seen on one of the most important days of their lives. Rooted in years of cross cultural study, I create inclusive, wildly meaningful, sacred but non-religious ceremonies. Guests swear I must be a family member or close friend. I’m a reverend gone rogue—innovating modern rites with heart, humor, and holy intention, and creating ceremonies that feel like home to you—and unforgettable to everyone else.

Choosing Naomi as our officiant was one of the very best decisions we made for our wedding. She embodies so much warmth and wisdom and has an extremely thoughtful process of getting to know her couples. We wanted our ceremony to be the most special part of our day, and while we trusted her from the beginning, we couldn’t have imagined a ceremony as beautiful as the one she delivered. We wanted to really feel the transition, the peace, the profoundness of the moment, and Naomi gave us this and so much more. Every word was meaningful and deeply personal, not a single one wasted. She slowed everything down. She helped us and our guests all be still and truly present and to notice even the tiniest details that were made not so tiny by the awareness: the trees, the smell of the cool forest air, the crow flying overhead. She was a grounding presence that steadied us in a moment that is often nerve-ridden and blurry for many people. Friends and family all commented on how it was the most beautiful ceremony they had ever been to. One friend even said that he had never been to a wedding where the ceremony was the best part until ours. If you are looking for an officiant who can truly see you and your partner, someone who is capable of honoring your story and your dreams, someone to anchor you in a whirlwind moment while acknowledging how once in a lifetime it is, then run don’t walk to connect with Naomi. You will be so glad you did.
Aubrey D W., 8 months ago
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Weddings By Roxanne Hunt 

5.0

Burbank, CA
  • Offers 9 ceremony types
  • Starts at $500
  • Serves California

I am passionate about officiating creative, soulful ceremonies about you and your relationship that also include a touch of fun. No template weddings here! I believe your ceremony should be about you - personal to your style and your story.

I can't say how grateful I am to Roxanne for officiating our wedding. She brought so much warmth and joy to the process from the very beginning. She made sure everything was buttoned up perfectly and made it all run as smoothly as you could dream of. She even managed to get some additional pictures from people who just happened to be walking past our ceremony! She ensured we felt special and were able to focus on each other and the moment rather then the logistics, and that meant the world to us.
Eric V., 2 months ago
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A Guy in a Vest 

5.0

Sacramento, CA
  • Offers 9 ceremony types
  • Starts at $200
  • Serves California

Hello! I’m Daniel and I’m honored to be considered for your big day! From my home in sunny Sacramento, California, I work with couples to make their ceremonies memorable, meaningful to them and engaging for guests. I guide my couples through the planning process of the ceremony from brainstorming symbols of unity to ordering a copy of your wedding certificate from the county.

Daniel was fantastic. At every step of the process he was a reassuring presence, he tailored the ceremony to our relationship, and helped us avoid pitfalls we definitely could have run into (like messing up our marriage license.) He’s not only a compelling officiant, but he makes everyone feel happy and at ease on what can be a really stressful day. Cannot recommend enough.
Dominic B., 6 months ago
Wedding Pastor Ken 

5.0

Torrance, CA
  • Offers 5 ceremony types
  • Starts at $399
  • Serves California

Congrats on finding the love of your life! I love coming alongside brides and grooms to help them plan and have the ceremony of their dreams. From the outset, you will have a friendly, supportive wedding pastor who will walk with you through the process and give you the tools to create a ceremony that your guests will love and that you will never forget. Contact me today to set up a no obligation wedding inquiry appointment. As a thank you for meeting, I will give you a free ebook of wedding vows to help you get started.

Pastor Ken was an exceptional wedding officiant who exceeded our expectations. His communication style was effective, generous, prompt and timely throughout the entire process. Based on our questionnaire responses, he came across as incredibly personable and everyone who attended our wedding resonated with his word choice, making it feel like he had known us as a couple for years even though we had only hired him a few months prior. Pastor Ken made sure our meeting was intentional, ensuring the vows and transitions on our wedding day ran smoothly. He really delivered and made our wedding day extra special, all within a concise one-hour timeframe. We couldn't have asked for a better officiant to make our special day so memorable.
Jessica J., 6 months ago