The Best Wedding Ceremony Officiants

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Blissful & Blessed Unions 
Rating: 5.0 (81 reviews)
Mesquite, TX
  • Offers 10 ceremony types
  • Starts at $400

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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The ceremony was spectacular. She reached out to us to talk beforehand, and everything she said was truly beautiful. We had a reference from someone else, and we can confidently and wholeheartedly recommend her services. It’s clear that she loves what she does.
Lizbeth C., a year ago
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Tim Greathouse, Ohio Wedding Officiant 
Rating: 5.0 (51 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
Tim was an absolutely incredible officiant and you can tell he absolutely loves his job. He makes a point to ask the perfect questions from his couples that will lead to such a beautiful ceremony. Our wedding was in September of 24, and we still get people mentioning how awesome Tim was. I'd totally suggest him to anyone.
Kylie, a year ago
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Married By Evan 
Rating: 5.0 (46 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!

Awarded Best of Zola
Great experience with Evan and his team. Easy to get in touch and Evan walked me through how to serve our guests in a way that made sense. We planned to do two signature cocktails, and then a selection of beer and wine, which was recommended by Evan and it worked out perfectly. As the bride, I was always here or there mingling with family as much as I could, and I trusted Evan and his team to take care of our guests, and they definitely delivered. Really happy with how easy he made the planning!
Christina, a day ago
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Illuminating Ceremonies 
Rating: 5.0 (43 reviews)
Flushing, NY
  • Offers 9 ceremony types
  • Starts at $700

I am your guests' favorite thing about your wedding. Since 2011, I've been writing and performing personal, meaningful and refreshingly engaging ceremonies for couples just like you and couples who are nothing like you. Couples work with me with an easy, collaborative process during which I become your favorite part of wedding planning. I take guest experience and your wishes very seriously. Your families will thank you for getting somebody who makes the ceremony light while still making clear how beautiful it is that you found each other. I officiate all over the US.

Awarded Best of Zola
Working with Chris at Illuminating Ceremonies was truly a heartfelt experience. From the moment we first spoke, I could tell Chris was passionate about creating a ceremony that was a perfect representation of who we are as a couple. Chris took the time to get to know us and our personalities, and tailored the ceremony in such a thoughtful way that it felt so personal and special (our guests thought we had known him for years!). Their attention to detail and commitment to making our wedding day perfect was truly priceless. We felt so blessed to have them officiate our ceremony, which was filled with love, laughter, and a wonderful celebration surrounded by our fun-loving family and friends. We are so grateful to Illuminating Ceremonies for helping to make our wedding day an unforgettable experience.
Kenny & N., a year ago
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Weddings by Danny 
Rating: 5.0 (39 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 truly cannot say enough wonderful things about Danny. From our very first interaction to the moment he pronounced us husband and wife, he was professional, organized, calming, and genuinely invested in making our ceremony perfect. Leading up to the wedding, Danny provided clear communication and thoughtful guidance so we knew exactly what to expect. He walked us through every detail — timing, posture, ring exchange logistics, even reminders to pause and take in the moment. As a bride, that level of preparation meant everything. It allowed us to feel calm, confident, and fully present on our wedding day. On the day itself, he executed everything flawlessly. He ensured the ceremony started on time, guided our wedding party seamlessly, and delivered a beautiful, heartfelt ceremony that felt personal and meaningful. His tone struck the perfect balance — warm, sincere, fun and engaging — while keeping things flowing smoothly. One thing we especially appreciated was how intentional he was about helping us savor the moment. His reminders to make eye contact, pause at the aisle, and truly take it all in are memories we will cherish forever. If you’re looking for an officiant who is professional, thoughtful, organized, and truly cares about your experience, Danny is your person. We are so grateful he was part of our special day and would recommend him without hesitation. Michael and Marissa
Marissa F., 4 months 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.

EC Matrimony was the perfect choice for our wedding officiant. Ernie, our officiant, was an outstanding and professional communicator, both visually and verbally. He took the time to get to know us as a couple and provided personalized attention to every detail of our ceremony. Ernie's warm and friendly demeanor put us at ease, and his attention to perfection ensured our special day went off without a hitch. We recommend EC Matrimony 1000 percent - Ernie is truly wonderful and we are so grateful for his role in making our wedding day so special.
Tanesha D., 4 months ago
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Wedding Officiant Julia Garcia 
Rating: 5.0 (29 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
We cannot say enough wonderful things about Julia, our incredible officiant for our wedding. From the very beginning, she took the time to truly understand our relationship and in such a short period, she somehow managed to capture our story, our personalities, and our connection as if she had known us for years. It was genuinely impressive. Julia brought the perfect blend of warmth, presence, and professionalism to our ceremony. Her energy was uplifting, her timing was flawless, and her sense of humor had everyone smiling and fully engaged. She struck that rare balance of heartfelt and lighthearted, making the moment feel deeply personal while keeping it relaxed and joyful. Our ceremony was everything we hoped it would be and more, and so much of that is because of Julia. She delivered an exceptional experience that we will never forget. We are truly grateful for her and would recommend her to anyone looking for an officiant who is thoughtful, genuine, and absolutely outstanding at what she does.
Karen and D., 6 months ago
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Let's Get Married! 
Rating: 5.0 (28 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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Weddings by Ms. Ellie 
Rating: 5.0 (28 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
Miss Ellie was an absolute gem. Her price is so reasonable. She is very punctual and is prompt when she responds to emails. She wrote beautiful words to share with us on our big day. We highly recommend Ms Ellie!! 15/10 stars!
Amanda P., a year ago
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Lem LeRoy - Wedding Officiant 
Rating: 5.0 (26 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
Our chosen officiant flaked out a month before the wedding and luckily, Lem was available. I already knew vendor quick response time, a contract and more good reviews than bad were requirements. Lem fit all these; was friendly, helpful and rates were reasonable and average. Lem stood out to me because another officiant recommended him. He listened to our needs and was a total professional on the wedding day. A great choice.
Julia G., a year ago
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Wed By Norm 
Rating: 5.0 (23 reviews)
Trenton, NJ
  • Offers 9 ceremony types
  • Starts at $700

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
Wed By Norm provided exceptional communication throughout the couple's wedding planning process. Norman's clear and frequent updates kept everyone informed every step of the way. He delivered his services with intention, ensuring the ceremony was personalized and meaningful. Norman took the time to get to know the couple, even incorporating cultural elements into his attire. Norman is caring, reliable and amazing to work with. I highly recommend using his services for your wedding day!
Chanel, a year ago
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Milestones by Miri 
Rating: 5.0 (22 reviews)
Troy, NY
  • Offers 10 ceremony types
  • Starts at $600

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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We were going back and forth between having a family member or a professional officiate, and we eventually landed on Miriam. It truly felt like the best of both worlds because it feels as though we made a new friend in her. Miriam has such an warmth about her, and you can tell that they truly love connecting with couples to make each ceremony perfectly "them." They listened to all our ideas and created a ceremony that was so unique to us and full of little personal details. Miriam also coordinated and ran our rehearsal, which made the logistics feel so easy. On our wedding day (and even days after!), so many of our guests came up to us to say how beautiful the ceremony was and how much they loved it. We cannot recommend Miriam enough!
Maura H., 5 months ago
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Amor Celebrant 
Rating: 5.0 (20 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.

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Amor Celebrant was a true professional to work with for any wedding ceremony. From the very first interaction, her communication style was both personable and prompt, which puts my clients at ease during the planning process. The quality of her work is truly unique and special - she takes the time to get to know the couple and crafts a personalized, detail-oriented ceremony that highlighted the modern touches couples often want while honoring traditional elements. Amor has assisted us with the rehearsal the day before weddings and helped out after the ceremony was over, going above and beyond to ensure my clients special day was seamless. We appreciated Amor's ability to listen my client’s needs and make the ceremony all about them, bringing their guests into the moment to fully experience the couple’s love. Her versatility and expertise made every wedding ceremony unforgettable.
MIR Events &., a year 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, 5 months ago
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Officiant NYC 
Rating: 5.0 (17 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
From the moment we first spoke with Alex from Officiant NYC, we knew we were in good hands. His communication style was precise, friendly and knowledgeable, putting us at ease throughout the entire process. On our wedding day, Alex's personable, joyful and calm presence was the perfect complement to our ceremony. So many of our guests have since commented that he was the best officiant they've ever seen, making the whole experience feel really personable and full of love and joy. Alex was always one step ahead, making sure he was out of the way of key moments the photographers wanted to capture. We are so grateful to Alex for making our wedding ceremony super memorable and a smooth process from start to finish.
Jess, a year ago
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Raleigh Wedding Minister 
Rating: 5.0 (17 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
We didn't give much time to ourselves and our minister to plan a great wedding but once the day came, everything was just perfect. Upon first meeting our minister, she was quick to help get us started and teach us how the ceremony would go. She gave us examples of other wedding ceremonies and told us in her own experiences how people react during their own ceremonies. It honestly helped us to plan the perfect wedding. We never had a rehearsal and there was some last-minute logistics to plan on the wedding day but by the end of it, everything ran smoothly. We received compliment after compliment of our ceremony and wedding day as a whole and it would have never been possible without her. She is the best and well worth it. Look no further than Kayelily.
Kevin O., 10 months ago
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Vows By Dawn 
Rating: 5.0 (17 reviews)
Myrtle Beach, SC
  • Offers 7 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!

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Working with Dawn was such a pleasure!!! She made the marriage process so easy. She led my now husband and I through all the proper steps and she was really fast at communicating and answering any questions we had. The ceremony was absolutely beautiful and she truly made our day so special! We had full trust in her to have the paper work printed and delivered to the courts and she was extremely professional throughout the whole process. We loved that she had ceremony templates made for us to look at and that she had a good range of traditional to non traditional ceremonies options. Everything was exactly how we envisioned and she is just the kindest woman ever! I highly highly recommend Dawn for anyone who is looking for a wedding officiant! Thank you so much Dawn! We loved working with you!
Gabrielle N., 14 days ago
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Love to Laugh - Wedding Officiant & Speech Writing Services 
Rating: 5.0 (17 reviews)
Raleigh, NC
  • Offers 9 ceremony types
  • Starts at $250

At "Love to Laugh" we offer wedding one-of-a-kind, personalized, 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 a genuine passion for both love and people to deliver a memorable, heartfelt experience!

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Matt is my brother and my husband and I chose him to officiate our wedding, not only because he is family, but because we wanted it to feel more personal rather than a generic wedding ceremony speech from the officiant. I always knew my brother was good with words and could speak in front of a crowd, but he truly exceeded our expectations to give us the most memorable ceremony we could have asked for. His speech was the perfect mix of lighthearted jokes, love, personal stories from our relationship, and information and feelings from my husband and I. He truly captured the essence of love and what it means to commit yourself to someone else for the rest of your life. Our guests still cannot stop talking about how great Matt was, even 6 months after the wedding! If you are looking for a wedding officiant to personalize your ceremony, make you and your guests laugh, and make the whole room feel the love between you and your partner, I truly recommend Matt for your special day!! You will not regret it!
Tina V., a year ago
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Chadwick Weddings 
Rating: 5.0 (16 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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The Wedding Rev - Rev. Dave Angle 
Rating: 5.0 (16 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
Working with The Wedding Rev - Rev. Dave Angle was an absolute delight. His communication style was always on top of getting back to us when we had questions pop up, entertaining, and incredibly descriptive. He was so caring, understanding, and clearly very experienced as an officiant. He took our love story and really made us remember all the important bits and pieces from when we met, first dates, first I love yous, the proposal, and much more. Dave was so fun and nice to work with, he had great jokes and kept everyone entertained throughout the ceremony and rehearsal. He was very different from the other three officiants we met with and really vibed with us opposed to them. We are so happy and lucky to have had him tell our love story and marry us!
Mr. & M., 8 months ago
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Love, Honor, and Cherish Weddings 
Rating: 5.0 (15 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.

Awarded Best of Zola
David was absolutely amazing, and we truly could not have had a better experience. We did not start looking for officiants as early as the other vendors, and I was feeling a bit stressed about it, but David made the process as easy and seamless as possible. He worked with us leading up to the event to make sure that the ceremony felt like us and was happy to make any adjustments we wanted even right up to the event. We really appreciated that we could be as much or little involved in the details of the ceremony as we wanted. The ceremony was beautiful - not only did we think David was amazing, but we got so many compliments from our guests as well (and he also took care of all the paperwork which was very much appreciated so we could focus on all the other important things). We feel so fortunate that we chose to work with David for our wedding - could not recommend him enough.
Julia R., 5 months ago
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Emerald Elegance Ceremonies 
Rating: 5.0 (15 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
Emerald was absolutely amazing for our wedding. Not only did she make our vision of a perfect ceremony come true, she added to it, making our special day a dream! The customization of our ceremony and the attention to detail was truly special. Including our guests in the ceremony and the annunciation of every word, with not one mishap, was truly appreciated. Most of all her communication was excellent and she treated us like family--caring for our personal mental space (outside of the ceremony). Her professionalism is top tier. Emerald worked at the highest level, and if I didnt plan to be married only this one time, I'd I'd use her again!
Alberta, 3 months ago
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SoCal Christian Weddings 
Rating: 4.9 (15 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., 3 months ago
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Koru Ceremony: Officiants Celebrating New Beginnings 
Rating: 5.0 (14 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.

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We can’t say enough good things about Pat! She was absolutely amazing to work with. From the very beginning, she guided us through every step — from getting our marriage license, to meeting with us to get to know our story, to helping us craft a ceremony that felt so personal and true to us. She made the whole process easy and enjoyable, answering all our questions and giving us the freedom to really make the ceremony our own. She even reviewed our vows and was there if we needed any help or feedback. Our guests couldn’t stop talking about how beautiful and heartfelt our ceremony was, several people told us it was the most personal and meaningful ceremony they’d ever attended, and we owe that to Pat. She did an incredible job and we couldn’t recommend her more highly!
Michaylann, 8 months ago
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Rebecca's Weddings LLC 
Rating: 5.0 (14 reviews)
Granby, MO
  • Offers 10 ceremony types
  • Starts at $100

Hi, I’m Rebecca! I create wedding ceremonies that feel truly you. I work with couples of all backgrounds and belief systems, crafting personalized, heartfelt ceremonies. Using a simple questionnaire, I get to know your story, your style, and what matters most — so your ceremony is authentic, meaningful, and completely your own. Visit my website for booking, reviews, photos, and more.

Awarded Best of Zola
Rebecca's Weddings was the perfect officiants for our wedding. Her communication style was simple and easy, which was exactly what we needed during the stressful process of planning our wedding on such short notice. She was incredibly considerate of us and caring, going out of their way to accommodate our last-minute changes. Rebecca reassured me of everything and took care to meet our needs and make everything super easy. I appreciate the patience and care that was given to us - we had to cancel our wedding date for next year and move it to this year with less than 3 weeks to plan, but Rebecca gave me the relief I needed to know we had someone who could officiate for us. She even drove a distance to be there for our special day, and we are forever grateful and appreciative! Thank you so much! 3
Molly, 7 months ago
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Storybook Officiants LLC 
Rating: 5.0 (14 reviews)
Margate City, NJ
  • Offers 8 ceremony types
  • Starts at $650

My name is Reverend Sandra and I am the owner of Storybook Officiants LLC. I have been officiating weddings since 2011 and am passionate about love & commitment. Creating the perfect wedding ceremony for each couple is my heartfelt passion. Storybook Officiants aims to craft custom wedding ceremonies that are filled with good energy, personalization, deep emotion, laughter, and occasional tears of joy. I specialize in crafting personalized ceremonies to resonate with each couple's unique journey. Whether traditional vows or with a blend of different bespoke elements, I provide guidance to ensure your ceremony is heartfelt and memorable.

Awarded Best of Zola
Sandy made our wedding ceremony absolutely perfect! From beginning to end she helped us so much. Sandy was always super easy to get a hold of. It never took her more than a day to respond back to any emails we sent her (which to anyone planning a wedding knows is key to have vendors respond as quickly as possible). She made the ceremony so unique by reaching out to some of our friends and family to ask them question about my husband and I and incorporated their answers into the ceremony, which made us and our friends and family feel even more apart of the ceremony then they already were. And everyone knows that one of the post stressful parts of all of this is writing your vows. Which Sandy knows (of course) and she goes above and beyond to help with that she gave us a detailed list of things to incorporate (if you decide to write your own) along with a list of already made vows that you can choose from or use to help create your own version of. Which helped so much to alleviate some of the stress of it all. If I were to do it all again I would choose Sandy every time she was so helpful through the planning of it all and when it came to the actual execution of it, it was perfect and true to her business name, felt like it came right out of a storybook written just for us.
Amy B., 8 months ago
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"I Do" Weddings, Ltd. with Rev. Phil Landers 
Rating: 5.0 (14 reviews)
Addison, IL
  • Offers 8 ceremony types

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 42 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.

Awarded Best of Zola
Reverend Phil Landers made our wedding ceremony absolutely unforgettable! He took the time to get to know us, our story, and what mattered most to us, and he turned it all into a ceremony that was so personal and meaningful. It was beautiful, emotional, and also so much fun — our guests couldn’t stop smiling and laughing! The ceremony truly became the most special part of our day. My husband and I couldn’t have picked a better person to marry us. We highly, highly, highly recommend Reverend Phil!
Robert C., 8 months 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.