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The Best 10 Wedding Ceremony Officiants in Dakota, IL

15 Wedding Officiants in Dakota, IL

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The Wedding Rev - Rev. Dave Angle

5.0

Offers 9 ceremony types
Serves Dakota, IL

Your wedding is one of the most important days of your life, and I’m here to help make it UNFORGETTABLE! I specialize in personalized ceremonies that reflect who you are as a couple—whether lighthearted and fun or deeply heartfelt. Serving couples across Chicagoland, I’m passionate about making your ceremony the highlight of your big day—for you and your guests. I have over 30 years of experience as an ordained minister, and have married 1,200+ awesome couples. I LOVE helping couples start their marriage with love, joy, and a ceremony they will never forget. Let’s create a ceremony your guests won’t stop talking about!

“Our experience with Rev. Dave was honestly a hit from the beginning! His personality is magnetic and you can tell he puts love and intention into the wedding ceremonies that he is a part of. He has different content up his sleeve (you’ll see when you book with him) to truly give you an unforgettable ceremony. Our guests could NOT stop raving about him and all of our guests thought that we had YEARS of personal family connections with him, when in reality we only had a 3-4 planning sessions. One of our close family friends even told my dad that our ceremony was the best ceremony he had ever seen and his daughter just got married (sorry girl!). All i can say is this: when you receive his pricing, DO NOT SKIMP. My (now) husband and i paid for this wedding ourselves, and i do admit that we went with the middle package because of our own hectic schedules and finances, but Rev Dave is WORTH IT ALL. You are (hopefully) only getting married one time, and one of THE best decisions you could make is hiring Rev. Dave!”

Alyssa, 9 months ago

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"I Do" Weddings, Ltd.

5.0

Offers 8 ceremony types
Serves Dakota, IL

Rev. Phil is a full-time wedding officiant. He is real minister (with a Master of Divinity degree). He has been married to Pam for 41 years. He enjoys watching movies (tries to see all the Oscar nominees), reading newspapers on his iPad, the Bears, summer concerts at the Chicago Botanic Garden and wine. He and his wife love to chat, listen to music and drink wine in front of their fireplace or in the backyard, depending on the season.

“The entire process of working with him was seamless and enjoyable. He guided us through every step, offering suggestions while also ensuring that our wishes were always honored. His patience and kindness put us at ease, especially during moments when we were feeling nervous or unsure. When it came time for the ceremony, we were in awe of how beautifully it all came together. Our guests couldn’t stop talking about how heartfelt and personalized the ceremony was. It was unlike any other wedding ceremony they had attended, and it made our day feel even more meaningful.”

Maricruz S., 8 months ago

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Koru Ceremony: Officiants Celebrating New Beginnings

5.0

Offers 10 ceremony types
Starts at $595
Serves Dakota, IL

Since 2005, we’ve brought love stories to life through heartfelt, personalized ceremonies. With expert guidance and genuine care, we help you create unforgettable moments celebrating your one-of-a-kind bond. It would be a joy and privilege to officiate your special day.

“Koru did and AMAZING job at putting together our ceremony! Our guests could not stop raving about how personalized and special the ceremony was. It was truly memorable. Deciding on an officiant was one of our tougher decisions for us during wedding planning. We went back and forth on asking a friend vs hiring a vendor. Pat was so personable and bubbly during our first meet, my husband and I knew the second we hung up on the Zoom meeting that we were going to hire her. Pat was so easygoing and responsive to questions/changes we made throughout the process. She was also a large help during our rehearsal and had a ton of great tips for the wedding party. Hiring Koru was one of the best decision we made for our wedding day.”

Kristina M., 6 months ago

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Married by Mike

5.0

Offers 9 ceremony types
Starts at $500
Serves Dakota, IL

Hey I’m Mike! Some are NBA legends, some are the king of pop, another one was a ruthless boxer, and I believe one was even known as Magic! As for me, I’m just ordinary Mike! But just like those Mikes, I’m overly passionate about something. That something is the biblical definition of marriage! If you are reading this, I need to start with a huge congratulations!! You are about to embark on one of the greatest blessings God has for you. Doing life as a team is the absolute best! I would be overjoyed to join you two, encourage you two, and create for you two a custom wedding ceremony that is unforgettable! Let's get you Married By Mike!

“Your wedding is your big day and one of the most important in your whole lifetime. So if you’re like me (the bride here), making decisions for the day felt a little daunting. However, the one that I was sure about was hiring Mike to officiate. Rest assured reader, Mike is the best of the best. You’ll get fun, light, funny, passion, and lots of kindness. You’ll also get a new friend. Someone who is truly rooting for your marriage. He does this as his passion project, and that passion shines through. Your ceremony will be your favorite part and honestly.. even though I’m a control freak and would like to say my ceremony was the best because of what I did.. it was because of Mike. Happy wedding planning! Don’t think twice, Married By Mike is the easiest decision to make.”

Francesca P., 5 months ago

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Nicholas Flessas. Wedding Officiant

4.8

Offers 6 ceremony types
Starts at $350
Serves Dakota, IL
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I have been an ordained Wedding Officiant since 1989 serving Wisconsin couples. I love my job because it is the happiest job I have ever had. Love is in the air! You will be amazed at my service, guaranteed!

“Nicholas Flessas, our wedding officiant, was a pleasure to work with from start to finish. His communication style was quick and excellent - he always responded promptly to our texts and emails. We found him to be meticulous and precise in his work, delivering an exceptional ceremony that perfectly captured the spirit of our special day. Nicholas collaborated closely with us to ensure all the elements we wanted were included, and his organization and attention to detail were top-notch. We couldn't have asked for a better officiant, and we highly recommend Nicholas to any couple planning their wedding.”

Anna Z., 2 months ago

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Rev Russ Weddings

5.0

Offers 6 ceremony types
Starts at $600
Serves Dakota, IL

Rev. Russ Sorensen is a wedding officiant located in Westmont, Illinois that services weddings throughout the local area. He provides couples with extraordinary and memorable wedding ceremonies. Rev. Russ Sorensen has been officiating weddings for nearly two decades. He is an interdenominational ordained and licensed minister. Rev. Russ is well-versed in the traditions of various Christian denominations and a number of other faiths. He also has a great deal of experience working with couples who identify themselves as spiritual but non-religious.

“Rev. Russ created a lovely ceremony—one that was profoundly moving, meaningful, and felt us all the way. From the moment he began speaking, everyone in the room was fully present. There was a perfect balance of warmth, sincerity, and gentle joy. What stood out most was how personal the ceremony felt. Rev. Russ took the time to really know our story and shared it with such care and grace. It felt authentic, intentional, and sacred in the best way. So many of our guests commented afterward on how touching the ceremony was and how it set the tone for the entire day. We are incredibly grateful to Rev. Russ for creating a moment we will cherish for the rest of our lives. Highly recommend to any couple looking for a heartfelt, meaningful ceremony.”

Julia S., 21 days ago

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Divine Spark Services

5.0

Offers 9 ceremony types
Starts at $45
Serves Dakota, IL

Divine Spark Services specializes in creating personalized wedding ceremonies that reflect the unique love story of each couple. We work closely with you to design a service that is deeply meaningful, whether you envision a traditional, modern, spiritual, or secular ceremony.

“Divine Spark Services provided us with a truly wonderful and personalized wedding ceremony. From our first interaction, the officiants demonstrated a planned and custom approach, taking the time to understand our vision and create a wholesome and meaningful service. Their quality of work was exceptional - they were flexible, efficient, and attentive to our every need, ensuring the ceremony flowed seamlessly. They even helped us with custom vows and coordinated with our wedding party on their attire. Most importantly, the officiants were incredibly kind and open-minded, willing to adjust things to perfectly match what we had imagined for our special day. We are so grateful to Divine Spark Services for helping make our wedding ceremony everything we had hoped for and more.”

Sydney, 4 months ago

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Minister Weddings

5.0

Offers 8 ceremony types
Starts at $125
Serves Dakota, IL

As an ordained minister with the Universal Life Church since 2023, I have had the honor of officiating over 100 weddings. With the dedication and attention to detail I honed as a proud US Army veteran, I strive to make each ceremony special. My wife and close friend, also ordained ministers, support me to ensure every couple feels cared for. We believe every wedding should be a fairytale, and we collaborate with you to create a ceremony that is magical and uniquely yours. Whether you envision a classic, modern, or unique celebration, we’re here to make your wedding a true Fairytale.

“I was looking for an officiant for the most important day of my life and Minister Weddings appeared with the service of Minister Joe, this day was unforgettable and memorable thanks to his speech and each suggestion was a pleasant experience with the whole issue of the paperwork, and zoom meetings we also had very beautiful photos that capture the feelings and emotions in that special moment”

Kevin J., 5 months ago

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Always and 4ever Ceremonies

5.0

Offers 8 ceremony types
Starts at $400
Serves Dakota, IL

I am a non denominational wedding officiant that travels to your location to unite you. I pride myself with open communication for my couples this way I can learn more about you both and create a beautiful ceremony that reflects your beautiful love story.

“Rachel from Always and 4ever Ceremonies was the perfect officiant for our wedding. From the first time we spoke with her, we were impressed by her prompt, professional, and efficient communication style. She made us feel comfortable throughout the entire process and we were able to easily customize our ceremony with the options she provided. Rachel's warm and clear tone set the perfect mood for our ceremony, and it truly felt like we had known her forever. She made our special day absolutely perfect. We cannot recommend Always and 4ever Ceremonies highly enough.”

Jade W., 9 months ago

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Weddings By Jennifer Fox

5.0

Offers 10 ceremony types
Starts at $200
Serves Dakota, IL

Our team of officiants has over 600 weddings experience in the last 8 years. We are experienced in creating a ceremony that is perfect for you and your fiancee for the best start to your married life.

“Jennifer was wonderful to work with. She was very easy to contact and quickly answered any and all questions. Rehearsal went by so smooth and made sure to allievate any concerns and nerves- everyone knew what to do, when to do it, and how. The ceremony itself was more than what we could have hoped for. Jennifer kept it upbeat, loving, emotional, and just FUN! We were involved in the writing process so the ceremony was personal and full of meaning but kept a lot of surprises for us. I cannot recommend Jennifer enough!!!”

Abby W., 9 months ago

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RebDina.com

5.0

Offers 2 ceremony types
Starts at $850
Serves Dakota, IL

I assist in crafting a creative, Jewish wedding ceremony that reflects who you are as a couple. I work with partners that are Jewish, interfaith, and LGBTQ+. I help couples honor their connection to Judaism and show them how to incorporate that respect into their wedding ceremony...in a way that is comfortable for them.

“Rabbi Dina was an absolute joy to work with for our wedding ceremony. From our first conversation, Reb Dina was incredibly responsive, communicative, and friendly. We wanted elements of a traditional Jewish wedding ceremony without being overly religious and she took the time to understand our vision and tailored the ceremony to be truly special and personal for us. We received so many compliments from our guests on how special and full of love the ceremony was and what a wonderful job Reb Dina did. She was a delight to work with and really allowed us to customize the ceremony to be exactly what we were looking for. We highly recommend Reb Dina and her team for any couple looking for a flexible, personalized, and unforgettable wedding officiant!”

Julia D., 9 months ago

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Weddings by Mylene

5.0

Offers 8 ceremony types
Starts at $400
Serves Dakota, IL

I believe your ceremony should reflect who you are — culturally, spiritually, and personally. As a trilingual wedding officiant, I offer ceremonies in English, Portuguese, and Spanish, whether you’d like the entire ceremony in one language or a meaningful blend of all three. Whether you’re envisioning something romantic, spiritual, or secular, I’ll help you craft a ceremony that feels truly you. I’m happy to discuss your preferences — whether we connect in person or chat over FaceTime, WhatsApp, or Google Meet.

“Mylene is fantastic to work with! She officiated my husband and I’s small bilingual ceremony in October, and it was wonderful. She was very professional and responsive throughout our wedding planning process and allowed us to customize our ceremony to our own preferences. I highly recommend Mylene to anyone looking for a wedding officiant!”

Rachel B., 19 days ago

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[Online Only] Vowed and Clear Remote Weddings

Offers 10 ceremony types
Starts at $299
Serves Dakota, IL

Vowed and Clear is a team of online wedding officiants built on fostering spirit of accessibility and inclusion that marriage deserves. Based in Utah, Vowed and Clear helps couples legally marry online from anywhere in the world, ensuring that love, and not logistics, guides the ceremony. Vowed and Clear’s officiants have proudly helped couples across the globe celebrate their commitment. Whether joining from different cities or different continents, we help couples create a moment that’s both deeply personal and fully legal, all while honoring the belief that everyone deserves the right to marry the person they love.

Aligned Newlyweds

Offers 10 ceremony types
Starts at $2,000
Serves Dakota, IL

Guiding couples through intentional commitment, emotional growth, and meaningful ceremony. I started Aligned Newlyweds to help couples build a strong foundation for a lifetime of love. Rooted in our company core values—Tenderness, Harmony, Curation, and Celebration—I'm honored to support you on your wedding day and beyond. As a Licensed Therapist and Marriage Consultant, I have the joy of co-authoring love stories every single day. I’m excited to help you craft a beautiful beginning!

Simple Ceremony Chicago

Offers 9 ceremony types
Starts at $100
Serves Dakota, IL for additional fees

Simple Ceremony Chicago specializes in... well... simple ceremonies! We offer easy, no fuss ceremonies performed by experienced officiants. Small, informal ceremonies in the park and backyard weddings are our favorite!