The Best Wedding Ceremony Officiants

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Blissful & Blessed Unions 
Rating: 5.0 (85 reviews)
Mesquite, TX
  • Offers 10 ceremony types
  • Starts at $400
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Hi, I’m Yvonne — Lead Officiant - Founder, and your personal hype woman for one of the biggest moments of your life. I am Texas based and I’ve married over 400 couples, and no two love stories have ever been the same. I started officiating as a tribute to my sister, who passed away unexpectedly in 2023. She loved us all deeply and wholeheartedly, and celebrating life’s big moments without her was the hardest part of losing her. Helping couples honor their journey and love story has been my way of healing — one beautiful, heartfelt ceremony at a time. Whether your vows are traditional, bilingual, or totally outside the box, I’m here for it. ♥

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We couldn’t have asked for a more perfect officiant for our wedding. Yvonne brought so much warmth, intention, and genuine care to our ceremony. What meant the world to us was how beautifully she included our fur babies—she made them feel like an important part of our big day. She also memorialized our sweet Chance in the most touching, respectful way. It brought tears to our eyes and made us feel like he was right there with us. The way she honored him showed how deeply she understands the love people have for their pets and the impact they have on our lives. Our ceremony was meaningful, personal, and unforgettable because of her. If you want an officiant who truly listens, cares, and creates a ceremony that reflects your heart, she is the one. Highly, highly recommended!
Heather & M., 8 months ago
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Tim Greathouse, Ohio Wedding Officiant 
Rating: 5.0 (61 reviews)
Canton, OH
  • Offers 10 ceremony types
  • Starts at $150

What’s the right wedding ceremony for a religiously independent couple? A courthouse ceremony is cold, impersonal, and over in a flash. A church ceremony is usually just a long sermon to which your actual ceremony is a sideshow. Pick your poison - a quick, dry affair with no heart, or a long, tedious slog that flies in the face of your worldview. Or... chuck that poison and grab the champagne. I got you, boo! I perform deeply personal, customizable ceremonies for couples who care about the content of their ceremony and want the declaration of their love and commitment to be truly unforgettable. 800+ ceremonies, 500+ rehearsals, 17 years!

Awarded Best of Zola
Working with Tim was a dream come true! He made the whole process of working together simple and easy to understand. We had fun as a couple answering his questions and he drafted a perfect ceremony that us and our families loved. He came to our rehearsal and made us feel so at ease about the entire process on our wedding day. He also has a wonderful spirit and amazing stage presence. We couldn’t recommend him more! We are so happy he was a part of our special day. Thank you Tim!
Shannon M., a year ago
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Married By Evan 
Rating: 5.0 (52 reviews)
Virginia Beach, VA
  • Offers 10 ceremony types
  • Starts at $75

Thinking about having your good friend officiate your big day for you, but unsure of how they will do? Well what if your good friend was a professional with over 2,300 weddings under their belt? That's the best way to describe what we shoot for at MBE ... being the good friend that definitely knows what to do when the moment counts! Whether you plan to have an intimate elopement ceremony or if you've been working on your dream wedding for months, we'd love to help you make your day one to truly remember. Our goals are to help you decide exactly what you want to do on your big day and to do everything we can to make it come to life!

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Married By Evan was a fantastic wedding officiant for our special day. From the very first time we spoke with him, he was super easy to talk to and offered us very helpful information to make our ceremony feel more personal and intimate. Evan is clearly passionate about his work. His warm and inviting demeanor put us at ease, and he guided us through the ceremony flawlessly. We couldn't have asked for a better officiant to marry us, and we highly recommend Married By Evan to any couple looking for an exceptional experience.
Alana D., 10 months ago
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Illuminating Ceremonies 
Rating: 5.0 (45 reviews)
Flushing, NY
  • Offers 7 ceremony types
  • Starts at $900

Most couples who work with me take their relationship seriously, but don't take themselves too seriously. They're educated, do Wordle, read the NY Times and have a healthy sense of reality. Since 2011, I've been writing and performing personal, meaningful and refreshingly engaging ceremonies. Couples work with me in an easy, collaborative way. I take guest experience and your wishes very seriously. I have the ability to command a room, a writer's knack for shaping a story, an emcee's sense of timing, and experience at the most prestigious venues. My BFA in Acting (Boston University) and MFA in Creative Writing (NYU) serve me well.

Awarded Best of Zola
We love Chris! He was so incredibly genuine, kind, hilarious, and he knows how to handle a crowd. He was certainly born to be doing what he does. He spent months in communication with my husband and I making sure he knew us as a couple. I recently attended a wedding where the officiant mispronounced the brides name throughout the whole ceremony. Chris is the opposite of that. He’s going to know you and your story by the time he’s up there marrying you. And to top it all off, he dropped a wisdom bomb piece of advice on my husband and I, on the day of our wedding, that I think of often. I absolutely cannot recommend him enough!
Molly R., a year ago
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Weddings by Danny 
Rating: 5.0 (41 reviews)
Miami, FL
  • Offers 10 ceremony types
  • Starts at $600

Hi! I’m Danny! A wedding officiant who believes your ceremony should be the heart of your wedding day — personal, joyful, and true to your love story. Whether you’re dreaming of a meaningful, story-driven ceremony, something short & sweet, or a little in between — I’m here to guide you, support you, and create a ceremony you’ll remember forever.

Awarded Best of Zola
We couldn't be happier with Danny as our wedding officiant! From the moment we met him, we knew he was the perfect fit for our ceremony. His warm and friendly demeanor instantly put us at ease, and he took the time to really get to know us and our love story. On our wedding day, Danny delivered a beautiful and heartfelt ceremony that captured our personalities perfectly. His words were moving and genuine, and our guests were touched by the personal anecdotes he included. We received countless compliments about how wonderful and engaging he was! Danny was incredibly organized and communicative throughout the planning process, guiding us every step of the way. He made sure we felt comfortable and confident, and his attention to detail was evident. We truly couldn’t have asked for a better officiant. If you’re looking for someone who is not only professional but also genuinely cares about making your day special, Danny is the one! Thank you, Danny, for making our wedding unforgettable!
Samantha, a year ago
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EC Matrimony 
Rating: 5.0 (34 reviews)
Beaverton, OR
  • Offers 10 ceremony types
  • Starts at $150

A Portland native, and founder of EC Matrimony, Ernie has become an expert in all things weddings. Having recently stepped away from a career in Marketing/Public Relations, Ernie has taken his business from part-time to full-time in 2021 to help more couples realize their wedding dreams. Throughout his 18 years in the industry, and having performed over 3,000 weddings, it’s easy to see why he’s been featured in bridal magazines, national IG posts, and been featured in Huffington Post twice, and on realty TV. Add to that the dozens of national awards he’s won over the years, and you can tell why he’s in demand as a wedding officiant.

Ernie was amazing and a huge help to my partner and I, I was the most nervous about the ceremony and he made us both feel super comfortable and explained everything really well and has been doing this for years but you can also just tell how much he enjoys doing it. He made the process so much easier and stress free and it was a perfect ceremony. Thank you Ernie!
Madison C., 6 months ago
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Weddings by Ms. Ellie 
Rating: 5.0 (33 reviews)
Wallingford, CT
  • Offers 9 ceremony types
  • Starts at $150
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I thoroughly enjoy meeting new couples, and I make every effort to perform the ceremony to your expectations. It is an honor to perform weddings, and I look forward to working with you. I have been performing weddings since 2017- check out my website for more reviews! I have performed over 300 weddings, vow renewals, and commitment ceremonies (traditional and same sex). I'm ordained solely to perform weddings; Christian, non-denominational, secular, and judgment-free. I am an active member of a local church community. I'm also a notary (Florida) if you prefer secular certification.

Awarded Best of Zola
Weddings by Ms. Ellie was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding ceremony. From our very first interaction, Ms. Ellie was kind, sweet, and thoughtful in her communication style, putting us at ease throughout the entire planning process. On the day of, she remained organized and professional, keeping the ceremony running smoothly and allowing us to fully enjoy the moment. Her attention to detail was amazing, and we were blown away by the care she took to make our special day perfect. We are so grateful to Ms. Ellie for her incredible service - she truly helped make our wedding everything we dreamed it would be.
Courtney, 9 months ago
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Let's Get Married! 
Rating: 5.0 (32 reviews)
Grandville, MI
  • Offers 9 ceremony types
  • Starts at $75

My name is Erica Cooke and I'm your everyday neighbor and friend. I live in Grandville, MI with my husband, our 2 boys (ages 18 and 20) and our 17 chickens. I love to travel, enjoy the outdoors, get tattoos and garden. I love my family... Like LOVE my family. I'm often babysitting nieces or nephews and never miss an opportunity to hang out with my 4 younger siblings and their families. I'm pretty laid back and can adapt to most any situation. This helps me be the best version of myself for you. I love LOVE. I am very inclusive and affirming of all relationships. Thank you for considering me as part of your very special day!

Awarded Best of Zola
Our experience with the wedding officiants, Let's Get Married!, was truly wonderful. Erica's communication style was easy, engaging, and intimate, putting us at ease throughout the entire process. Her professionalism, high-end service, and integrity were evident in every interaction. Erica was so relaxed, open, and calming, making us feel special because she is so special. Her beautiful presence contributed greatly to the intimate and memorable atmosphere of our ceremony. We are so grateful to Erica and the Let's Get Married! team for playing such an important role in our special day.
Jillian H., a year ago
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Wedding Officiant Julia Garcia 
Rating: 5.0 (31 reviews)
Oxnard, CA
  • Offers 9 ceremony types
  • Starts at $350

• 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
Julia was amazing in the process of planning our ceremony from start to finish, in fact had I not come across Julia our wedding may have had a completely different outcome. When I first inquired with Julia my husband and I were aiming on planning a small ceremony at Santa Barbara court house. Julia took the time and effort to schedule a zoom meeting with us right away and thanks to Julia’s experience we quickly learned the court house was not going to be the ceremony for us. Julia went above and beyond to help us navigate towards a ceremony that would be much better suited for us and our guests to a point that I mentioned she felt like she was stepping into a wedding planner’s role along with being an excellent officiant. Leading up closer to the ceremony she took the time to perfect a draft and mock up of what our ceremony would be like and that began to really easy our nerves. We knew we were in good hands seeing how organized and professional Julia had been during the entire process and the day of the ceremony surpassed our expectations. She took the time to meet with my husband and his parents as they waited my arrival, took leadership in orchestrating the start of the wedding procession and took a moment to meet me in front of the church before the start of our ceremony to calm my nerves and remind me what the importance of our wedding and ceremony was. Days after our ceremony my husband and I got several compliments on how personal and touching our ceremony was and that was a great deal to do with Julia! All in all we would highly recommend Julia and can’t thank her enough for the huge role she played in our wedding.
Analee M., 9 months ago
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Milestones by Miri 
Rating: 5.0 (27 reviews)
Troy, NY
  • Offers 10 ceremony types
  • Starts at $300

I take pride in the fact that I’m a connector and listener. I love getting to know people and learning and helping to share their stories. And I’m happiest when I’m able to guide people through taking those stories and turning them into something meaningful. Through thoughtful questions and deep conversations, we'll collaborate on crafting your one-of-a-kind wedding ceremony!

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Milestones by Miri was an exceptional choice for our wedding officiant. Miriam's communication throughout the planning process was timely, thorough, and thoughtful, helping us feel prepared and confident. From beginning to end, she was professional and friendly, assisting us with planning details and providing valuable feedback. Miriam truly loves officiating, and it showed through every moment she spent with us on our special day. We were so happy that she was a part of our wedding, and we highly recommend Milestones by Miri to any couple looking for a warm, experienced, and dedicated officiant.
Eric & K., 9 months ago
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Lem LeRoy - Wedding Officiant 
Rating: 5.0 (27 reviews)
Waxhaw, NC
  • Offers 10 ceremony types
  • Starts at $250

I am an ordained minister based in the Charlotte metropolitan area. I've served a local church as a minister and music director in the region for over 20 years. I've had over 30 years experience of helping couples plan and facilitate their wedding ceremony, in grand or intimate venues, either as an officiant or as a musician. I grew up in a small town outside of Athens, GA and graduated from the University of Georgia (GO DAWGS) in 1995 with a Bachelor of Music degree concentrating in piano and voice. I've been married since 2006 to my wife, Ellen and we have three beautiful children: Kate, Meredith, and Owen.

Awarded Best of Zola
Lem LeRoy, the wedding officiant, was a real pleasure to work with. My husband and I were really nervous about choosing an officiant for our wedding because we didn't know what to expect, but Lem made the entire process easy and seamless. He was very thorough, asking all the right questions to understand what we wanted our day to be like. Lem always followed up with us and made sure we knew what we needed when it came to the marriage license, taking that stress off our plate. He also made sure the ceremony was exactly what we wanted it to be, changing anything we asked him to. Lem took the time to get to know us better, which really shone through in the personalized ceremony he created. We are so grateful to Lem for helping make our wedding day special and memorable.
Elizabeth K., a year ago
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Wed By Norm 
Rating: 5.0 (24 reviews)
Trenton, NJ
  • Offers 9 ceremony types
  • Starts at $700
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At Wed By Norm, I design wedding ceremonies that feel powerful, personal, and unforgettable. I’m Norman I. Graham, a professional wedding officiant trusted by couples across NY, NJ, CT, PA, RI, and destination locations who want their ceremony to be the moment everyone remembers. My signature strength is transforming your love story into a ceremony that feels authentic, intentional, and emotionally resonant for both you and the people who came to celebrate you. My role is to listen carefully, understand what matters most to you, and craft a ceremony that reflects your values, culture, humor, and connection.

Awarded Best of Zola
Norman officiated our Ten Year Vow Renewal, and he is very professional, courteous, and very organized. Norman traveled from New Jersey to Colorado, to officiate and celebrate with us, and exceeded our expectations. He was so prompt in responding to our emails, questions, and gave us some great feedback while planning our ceremony. We received SO many comments on how beautiful our ceremony was, the words were meaningful, and sincere. Thank you, Norman!
Anjali A., a year ago
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Amor Celebrant 
Rating: 5.0 (23 reviews)
Herndon, VA
  • Offers 10 ceremony types
  • Starts at $400

Hi, I’m Carla, a legally authorized wedding officiant based in the Washington D.C. area. I’m all about creating moments that feel genuine and joyful. While I primarily serve the District of Columbia, Maryland, Virginia, and West Virginia, I’m always up for an adventure. I’m passport ready and happy to travel wherever love takes you. For couples coming from out of town, I can help set up your elopement, connect you with trusted local vendors, and guide you through the marriage license process so everything feels smooth and stress-free.

Awarded Best of Zola
Working with Carla was amazing she set up meetings to get to know us as a couple. Included all of our little corks. Everyone enjoyed the ceremony. Carla is very fun, exciting, friendly great energy that flowed throughout the room. High recommended as your next officiant for your wedding 100% worth it. We had a great experience with Carla.
Ty W., 7 months ago
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Vows By Dawn 
Rating: 5.0 (21 reviews)
Myrtle Beach, SC
  • Offers 9 ceremony types
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Since 2007, I've ensured my couples' wedding ceremonies are an extraordinary celebration of love and pure happiness. I'm here for you, making this process stress-free, so you can relax and savor every precious moment. From crafting the perfect vows to executing the ceremony and handling the license paperwork, I've got you covered! It's an honor to play a part in creating memories that will be cherished forever. Being there with my couples during their happiest and most fulfilling moment brings me such joy. Let's connect and make your wedding ceremony unforgettable!

Awarded Best of Zola
Dawn and Patrick are a joy to work with! They made us feel like we were the only ones on miles of beach on our special day. They were so accommodating and respected every request we had. They helped us honor our late departed family members with pictures and a moment of silence. That meant so much to us and they’re so sweet about it. We love them and can’t thank them enough
Rebecca R., a year ago
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Married By Matthew 
Rating: 5.0 (21 reviews)
Leander, TX
  • Offers 10 ceremony types
  • Starts at $150

I offer budget friendly officiating services alone or in conjunction with Matthew Chambers Photography. Services include sign and go service (no service), elopement (with or without a photographer), full wedding (vow assistance available), and meet and marry services (meet at a local park or location and get married)!

Awarded Best of Zola
Matthew provided an excellent all-around two-in-one service as our officiant and photographer. He was patient, understanding, and knowledgeable. He gave us options for the ceremony and provided some excellent tips that made our pictures look so beautiful that we are still receiving compliments.
Cekkedria A., 5 months ago
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Officiant NYC 
Rating: 5.0 (21 reviews)
New York, NY
  • Offers 10 ceremony types
  • Starts at $250

We strongly believe the HEART of your celebration is the words of the ceremony. For over 18 Years, We offer a Highly Reviewed, Trusted Service. Ceremonies for all types of celebrations, Performed with Joy & Passion by licensed NY & NJ State professional ministers. We also guide you with marriage license, shaping your ceremony & following up with legal registration. We articulate your love story, respect your journey & perform in a way that resonates not just with you, but with everyone present.

Awarded Best of Zola
We had the most beautiful and personalized ceremony. Alex’s choice of words for us showed empathy beyond what we could’ve expected. The Spanglish touch and his recommendations of spots in the park made for an unforgettable day. Gracias Alex! 3
Rafael, 24 days ago
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Pastor Joshua Kapchinsky 
Rating: 5.0 (21 reviews)
Claremont, CA
  • Offers 9 ceremony types
  • Starts at $495

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
Seriously the most amazing wedding officiant!! We loved Pastor Josh the minute we met him. He went above and beyond to help make our wedding day trust special. He helped us get through the day as stress free as possible and delivered the most amazing speech. We’re grateful to have him in the memory of the most special day of our lives.
Gloria L., 8 months ago
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Love to Laugh - Wedding Officiant & Speech Writing Services 
Rating: 5.0 (20 reviews)
Raleigh, NC
  • Offers 9 ceremony types
  • Starts at $500

At "Love to Laugh" we offer one-of-a-kind, personalized, wedding officiant and speech writing services with a twist—we're standup comedians! We take what we do seriously, however, providing elite customer service, a unique skillset, and genuine passion for both love and people to deliver a memorable, heartfelt experience!

Awarded Best of Zola
Matt was great to work with! He asked us questions, and tailored his wedding speech towards us and our story. I really loved that he sent us his speech a few weeks before, so that we could review it and add anything else we wanted included! He was always professional, and made sure our ceremony was exactly what we wanted. We got a lot of compliments on how great of a job he did with our ceremony!! I highly recommend trusting him to marry you!
Kaitlyn J., 22 days ago
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Chadwick Weddings 
Rating: 5.0 (19 reviews)
Medford, NJ
  • Offers 10 ceremony types
  • Starts at $75

I love giving my couples an experience they will treasure forever. Your ceremony should fill you with happy memories when you think back on how you began your journey together as one. My ceremonies celebrate love, marriage, partnership, and connection. I have been ordained since 2014 and I am licensed to solemnize marriages in NJ, PA, NY, DE, and MD. I am happy to marry ANY loving, consenting couple who wishes to tie the knot in style. My delivery is engaging and energetic, with a professionally trained voice from decades of singing opera, voiceover work, and public oration, enabling me to deliver a beautiful, unforgettable ceremony.

Awarded Best of Zola
Michael did a perfect job officiating our wedding. The entire process was so easy. From our initial calls, to working on the script he put together, to helping my now wife with her vows on the wedding day - Michael was so helpful and easy to work with every step of the way. We had an idea of what we wanted in a ceremony, and Michael took our loose ideas and absolutely nailed it. The ceremony he put together for us was absolutely perfect. It felt like he had known us our entire lives. We had several guests ask where we found such a great officiant and comment on what a great job he did. We weren't putting a huge emphasis on our ceremony, as we had always wanted a ceremony on the shorter side, but it ended up being one of the highlights of the day. We'll treasure those moments for the rest of our lives, and Michael is to thank for that. We're absolutely thrilled with Michael & our ceremony and we would recommend him to anyone without a doubt!!
John M., a year ago
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Raleigh Wedding Minister 
Rating: 5.0 (19 reviews)
Raleigh, NC
  • Offers 9 ceremony types

Co-creating fun, romantic wedding ceremonies with my couples and joining them in marriage on their wedding day. Seminary ordained in 1997 and legally recognized in North Carolina to solemnize marriages.

Awarded Best of Zola
Reverend Kayelily did an incredible job officiating our wedding ceremony. Her communication style was clear, quick, and informative, putting us at ease throughout the entire process. Kayelily's work was truly compassionate, genuine, and heart-felt, as she understood the importance of our special day and wanted to fully share in the experience with us, not just observe. From providing a tissue to wipe our tears to joining our hands in unity, Kayelily's warmth and care made our ceremony all the more meaningful and special. We couldn't have asked for a better wedding officiant to guide us through this momentous occasion. We couldn’t be more thankful!
Christina S., 5 months ago
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The Wedding Rev - Rev. Dave Angle 
Rating: 5.0 (19 reviews)
Cary, IL
  • Offers 9 ceremony types

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!

Awarded Best of Zola
Reverend Dave did an incredible job officiating our wedding! He felt more like a friend of the family rather than an officiant we found online. From the beginning he met with me and my now husband to get to know us, learn our love story, and our overall style as a couple. This led to him helping us develop an amazing ceremony that centered around and highlighted our love story and what matters most to us including our love for each other, our family, and our friends. His sense of humor and banter with our bridal party was an added bonus that broke the ice with everyone and made for funny stories to tell! We got married on May 23rd, 2026. Dave coordinated so well with our DJ and our venue to put the ceremony on and make it run so smoothly. After our ceremony, we got SO many compliments about how beautiful the ceremony was and how they loved hearing our story and Reverend Dave’s style and delivery. We also got complimented on how smoothly it went with the schedule for the night and that was also thanks to Dave! He also made sure to take a selfie with us after the ceremony (pictured below) which is just another example of how fun he is to work with! We are so happy we went with Dave for our wedding ceremony and we are so grateful for all of the work he put in. We would absolutely recommend working with him to any couples getting married in the future!
The W., 2 months ago
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Love, Honor, and Cherish Weddings 
Rating: 5.0 (18 reviews)
Vernon Rockville, CT
  • Offers 8 ceremony types
  • Starts at $350

Why settle for the same clichéd, predictable service everyone else uses? You're unique, and your wedding should be, too. I'll work with you to design the perfect ceremony to match your own individual style and personality.

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A few hours after my husband and I got engaged, I asked him, "What if we just had a super tiny wedding and got married in a week?" Cue a mad scramble to find an officiant, photographer, and venue. We had already spoken to one potential officiant who didn't ask us any questions or tell us what he was planning to do—not great—so when our photographer recommended Dave, we were thrilled he was available. When we met up over Zoom to talk, it was clear he's very smart and funny, and loves love without being mushy about it. He crafted a ceremony that was short and sweet, complete with a reading that was a great match for us. I loved that he sent us the full script with free rein to adjust it to our liking. I, an endless word-fusser, only made one small change. On the day, he was already laughing with our witnesses when we arrived, and it set the scene so beautifully for us to have a joyful, laid back ceremony. It was perfect. He's happy to provide ideas but really wants the ceremony to work for you as a couple. He'll talk about his outfit options for you to choose from. (We went with a navy suit but he has a rad hot pink one too if that fits your vision. I suspect he would gamely wear an Iron Man costume or KISS makeup if that were your dream.) That open thoughtfulness extends to whatever kind of ceremony you want—big or small, religious or secular, traditional or offbeat. Zero judgment, just a steady stream of smart questions, good ideas, and caring support. And he writes the best emails. I haven't laughed that hard or felt so sparklingly clever in writing in years.
Kailen and N., a year ago
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SoCal Christian Weddings 
Rating: 4.9 (18 reviews)
Temecula, CA
  • Offers 9 ceremony types
  • Starts at $625

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!

Dr. Jeff was such an amazing person to work with. I am all about paying for quality, and I feel like I got what I paid for and more. We initially decided to choose him because of how organized he was, this is something I care deeply about so it was nice to see how dedicated he was to staying organized for his customers. We began with an initial video call to do introductions, and he made the interaction feel like I was talking to a friend. We picked a package where my now husband and I had a mini rehearsal at Dr. Jeff's home in Temecula. This felt so personal and was ultimately super helpful to ensure we knew what to do on the day. We also hired him to do the formal rehearsal at our rehearsal dinner the night before the wedding. Without this, I honestly am not sure how I would have been able to wrangle my wedding party. Dr. Jeff is so knowledgeable and truly thought of everything! He even let us choose the outfit he was going to wear, this is something I didn't even consider, but it was really so cool to be able to choose. The ceremony went so well and everyone thought he did an amazing job. He worked closely with us customize our ceremony and gave us all the tips and tricks to have a beautiful ceremony. Overall, I had an amazing experience with Dr. Jeff. He is by far one of the best wedding choices I made. If you are unsure about spending the money for a quality officiant with a kind heart, I am telling you that you should take the leap. We did and we are so thankful we did!
Gabrielle R., 4 months ago
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Jane’s Personalized Weddings 
Rating: 5.0 (17 reviews)
Boulder, CO
  • Offers 9 ceremony types
  • Starts at $350

At our wedding officiant business, we believe that love is a beautiful journey, and there's nothing more special than sharing that journey with couples as they embark on this journey. In fact John and I have been married for 39 years. We are both passionate officiants, dedicated to crafting personalized ceremonies that reflect each couple's unique story and vision. We bring warmth, humor and a genuine love for what we do to every ceremony we officiate. Let us make your dream wedding a reality, filled with joy, laughter and the love you deserve. Let's create a magical moment together.

Jane's Personalized Weddings was an impeccable choice for our wedding officiant. From our very first interaction, Jane was incredibly friendly and fun to work with. She was thoughtful and helpful throughout the entire process, from the "homework" she assigned us before the wedding to the ceremony itself. Jane made our special day even more memorable, and we are forever grateful. The guests at our wedding were impressed by the unique and warm ceremony she led. Jane has the experience and warmth you'd expect from a wedding officiant, and so much more. We felt taken care of every step of the way, and would highly recommend Jane's Personalized Weddings to any couple looking for an officiant who will make their wedding day truly special.
Luba, 7 months ago
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Fanciful Hearts Wedding Ceremonies 
Rating: 5.0 (16 reviews)
Baltimore, MD
  • Offers 10 ceremony types
  • Starts at $150

With a decade in business and over two hundred weddings officiated; Fanciful Hearts Wedding Ceremonies, led by officiant Kimberly Eiler, has established a strong reputation in the Baltimore County, Maryland area for creating personalized and heartfelt wedding ceremonies. The service is consistently praised for its professionalism, warmth, and dedication to crafting unique experiences for each couple.

Awarded Best of Zola
Kimberly did a fantastic job as our officiant. She was responsive, timely, and professional. She was very accommodating to our requests and helped us create the perfect wedding ceremony. She was able to come to our rehearsal as well, even on a short notice. I definitely recommend her. Thank you for a great wedding ceremony!
Aloise D., 9 months ago
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Koru Ceremony: Officiants Celebrating New Beginnings 
Rating: 5.0 (16 reviews)
Deerfield, WI
  • Offers 10 ceremony types
  • Starts at $595

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.

Awarded Best of Zola
Where do I even begin. Pat was ABSOLUTELY amazing. We met with Pat before signing with Koru Ceremony and knew after that short meeting she would be the one to marry us (I even canceled my other appointments with other officiants). Pat took time to get to know us, who we were individually and as a couple and created a ceremony that was absolutely us. When we first got our script for approval, I cried. We also received so many compliments after the ceremony on how great it was executed. We couldn't have asked for a better day and Pat started the afternoon with a beautiful ceremony, one we could have only dreamed of.
Bree S., a year ago
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Emerald Elegance Ceremonies 
Rating: 5.0 (16 reviews)
PHILADELPHIA, PA
  • Offers 10 ceremony types
  • Starts at $400

I became a wedding officiant in 2023 because I believe ceremonies should be anything but boring. This is the moment two people declare their love, it should be heartfelt, engaging, and unapologetically YOU. My ceremonies are so personal and memorable that guests often ask, “How long have you known Emerald?” From emotional vows to inside jokes, first-date stories, flower-grandmas, and even that one uncle’s pill alarm going off mid-ceremony, we’ll work together to and make sure your ceremony is one of the most memorable parts of your big day!

Awarded Best of Zola
Working with Emerald Elegance Ceremonies was a game-changer for our wedding day. From our first conversation, they were prompt and thorough in answering all our questions, which made the planning process so much easier. They went above and beyond by helping us coordinate with our other vendors, making sure everyone was on the same page. When our knot ceremony accessory didn't arrive as planned, they stayed calm and came up with a quick solution that kept everything running smoothly. Their attention to detail and ability to think on their feet made our ceremony feel polished and personal. We couldn't have asked for a better officiant to help us start our marriage off right.
Jamie Lee S., a month ago
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Kasey King, Wedding Officiant 
Rating: 5.0 (15 reviews)
Ladson, SC
  • Offers 10 ceremony types
  • Starts at $295

Hi, I’m Kasey King! I believe your wedding ceremony shouldn’t just be the "official" part of the day—it should be the absolute highlight. For over a decade, I’ve stood alongside couples in the beautiful Charleston area, crafting deeply personal, engaging, and memorable ceremonies that perfectly reflect who you are. Whether you’re planning an intimate coastal elopement, a classic Lowcountry celebration, or a modern ceremony, my goal is to make the experience feel effortless, intentional, and uniquely yours. I’ll get to know your story and vibe so you can feel entirely at ease. Let’s make it a moment you and your guests will never forget!

Kasey married Douglas and me at the beautiful I'On Chapel on June 7, 2026, and I truly could not have asked for a better officiant. He has such a phenomenal personality and made our ceremony feel so personal, meaningful, and special. From the moment we met him, he made us feel completely at ease, and he created a ceremony that reflected us perfectly. We are so grateful he was part of our wedding day and would recommend him to any couple looking for someone who genuinely cares about making their ceremony unforgettable
Emily P., 5 days ago

About wedding officiants

What kind of weddings can officiants help with?

We’re proud to offer officiants that offer secular weddings that focus on the couple’s love, commitment, and personal values; as well as officiants aligned with specific faiths. These officiants can perform ceremonies according to the traditions, rituals, and doctrines of that particular faith.

Can officiants help me with my vows?

We know that couples like private and personalized vows, and there are definitely some officiants who can help with this. We offer officiants on Zola that support non-secular ceremonies that allow you to tailor your vows and commitment in a memorable and meaningful way.