The Best Wedding Ceremony Officiants in Ottawa, IL

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13 Wedding Officiants in Ottawa, IL

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The Wedding Rev - Rev. Dave Angle 
Rating: 5.0 (15 reviews)
  • Offers 9 ceremony types
  • Serves Ottawa, 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!

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We are so glad we booked Rev. Dave as our officiant for our wedding. He really took the time to get to know us over the course of our pre-marital counseling sessions and worked hard to write a very personal ceremony script for our special day. He also added some unique personal touches that brought a ton of joy and laughter to our wedding. Our family and guests would not stop commenting on how special our ceremony was - and we agree! We would recommend Rev. Dave to anyone looking for an officiant for their wedding. He is a joy to work with!
Meghan J., a year ago
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Married by Mike 
Rating: 5.0 (10 reviews)
  • Offers 9 ceremony types
  • Starts at $500
  • Serves Ottawa, 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!

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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., 8 months ago
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Rev Russ Weddings 
Rating: 5.0 (6 reviews)
  • Offers 6 ceremony types
  • Starts at $550
  • Serves Ottawa, 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 is amazing—kind, warm, and so easy to work with. He totally got us and created a ceremony that felt personal, meaningful, and perfectly us (with just the right amount of heart and humor). We had so many guests tell us how much they loved it! We’re beyond grateful to Rev. Russ for making our ceremony one of our favorite parts of the day. Thanks again, Rev!
Clara M., 4 months ago
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DesTin Weddings Midwest, MD, TX Officiant (Bilingual) 
Rating: 5.0 (5 reviews)
  • Offers 9 ceremony types
  • Starts at $350
  • Serves Ottawa, IL

We specialize in crafting intimate and beautifully personalized wedding experiences in nationwide especially in Chicago, IN, WI, MD, &, CA, NC, & TX. If you’re planning an elopement, a micro-wedding, a chic ceremony, or grand affair we make saying “I do” effortless & unforgettable. Founded with a passion for love stories and a commitment to excellence, we offer wedding officiant services, courthouse alternatives, photography ad ons, & elegant décor rentals. We take pride in creating ceremonies that reflect each couple’s unique journey, blending faith, & traditions. Let us help you start your forever—beautifully, authentically, and with love.

What can I say !! Desiree is #1 in Chicago !!! Her intentionality is evident in making sure you have everything you need for your special day ! Everything from a space to hair and make up, photography and so much more! You name it, she has the connection for it! It’s an all in one package and makes planning so much easier for couples. Destin weddings really sets you up for a successful wedding ceremony! Can’t recommend her enough!!
Emma M., 2 months ago
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The Wandering Officiant 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
  • Offers 9 ceremony types
  • Starts at $200
  • Serves Ottawa, IL

Allow me to introduce myself. My name is Thomas Teasdale, aka Tommy and I'm a wedding officiant in the Central Illinois area. I enjoy unique ceremonies like candle lighting, sand pouring, handfasting and many more! If my services interest you, you can email me to schedule a free consultation! Thank you!

Working with Thomas at The Wandering Officiant was a fantastic experience from start to finish. His communication style is clear and responsive, and he stayed attentive throughout the entire planning process with thoughtful follow-ups. What really impressed us was his meticulous approach to ceremony details—he captured both the significant moments and subtle touches that made our day feel personal. Thomas is genuinely easy to work with and has a gift for adapting to your vision while keeping things competitively priced. He understood our vibe and brought that energy into the ceremony itself. I'd highly recommend him to any couple looking for an officiant who truly cares about getting it right.
Virginia D., 19 days ago
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Minister Weddings 
Rating: 4.0 (3 reviews)
  • Offers 8 ceremony types
  • Starts at $125
  • Serves Ottawa, 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.

Quiero agradecer a Minister Weddings por oficiar mi matrimonio, el Ministro Joe habla muy bien español e inglés, por lo que agradezco y admiro su fluidez en los dos idiomas, haciendo entendible toda la ceremonia para nuestras familias con hermosas lecturas y anécdotas de nuestra vida. Deseo lo mejor a Minister Weddings y también deseo a los futuros esposos que sean tan o más felices que yo lo fui en mi matrimonio, mil gracias Ministro Joe.
Catherine, 8 months ago
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Always and 4ever Ceremonies 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
  • Offers 8 ceremony types
  • Starts at $400
  • Serves Ottawa, 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., a year ago
Certified Signatures TN 
Rating: 5.0 (6 reviews)
  • Offers 7 ceremony types
  • Starts at $600
  • Serves Ottawa, IL for additional fees

As recently seen on the TLC Network in April 2025, Certified Signatures TN is a premier, one-of-a-kind, inclusive wedding officiant service. Winning all five stars, Certified Signatures TN is trusted and has become a go-to choice for couples looking to make their wedding day memorable. Jackie’s weddings have been featured in the NY Times, People Country, and most recently on the TLC Network as the Officiant for Jay & Pamela. [Episodes 4 and Season Finale 8] Whether it's a backyard 'I Do' or a ballroom fairytale, I'm here to make your moment unforgettable. Weddings are my business and love is always center stage.

Certified Signatures TN was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding ceremony. Their communication style was quick, easy, and thorough throughout the entire process. Jackie and her team were incredibly organized, thoughtful, and fun to interact with. On my wedding day, it was supposed to storm and rain all day long, but Jackie was so kind and gave me the reassurance that I needed to feel more excited than stressed. The ceremony itself was executed flawlessly, and we are so grateful to Certified Signatures TN for helping to make our special day truly unforgettable. We highly recommend them to any couple looking for a professional, personable, and reliable wedding officiant.
Allison, 10 months ago
Weddings by Mylene 
Rating: 5.0 (1 review)
  • Offers 8 ceremony types
  • Starts at $400
  • Serves Ottawa, 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., 4 months ago