Carolina Ceremonies

•Ratings include Zola and Google reviews

Pricing

Prices start at $225

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Now Booking for 2027!

Popular spring and fall dates fill quickly. Reach out early to reserve your wedding date and begin planning your personalized ceremony.

About Carolina Ceremonies

Dusty Brackett

Officiant

Your wedding ceremony should be one of the easiest and most meaningful parts of your day. With more than 400 weddings officiated across North and South Carolina, I help couples create ceremonies that reflect their personalities while keeping the planning process simple and stress-free. Whether you're planning an intimate elopement or a large celebration, I'll guide you every step of the way so you can relax, be fully present, and enjoy the moment your marriage begins.

Every officiant can legally perform a ceremony. My goal is to create an experience you'll remember for the rest of your life. With more than 30 years of ministry experience and hundreds of weddings officiated, I know how to write a ceremony that feels personal, speak with confidence, keep everyone at ease, and adapt when the unexpected happens. Couples choose Carolina Ceremonies because they want an officiant who communicates clearly, stays organized, and helps the entire wedding day feel calm from the first conversation until the marriage license is signed.

In three words: Calm, Organized, Reassuring

Services

Ceremony types

  • Civil Union
  • Commitment Ceremony
  • Elopement
  • Interfaith Ceremony
  • Legal License Signing
  • Multicultural Weddings
  • Non-religious Ceremony
  • Other
  • Religious
  • Vow Renewal Ceremony

Religious affiliations

  • Christian
  • Interfaith
  • Other
  • Spiritual

Reviews

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Rating: 5.0

5.0 out of 5

36 reviews

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    Porter

    Rating: 5
    •Zola
    •Sep 16

    Stressfree wedding!

    My wife and I were nervous about our ceremony, but Carolina Ceremonies made everything smooth and easy from start to finish. The officiants got back to us right away with clear answers to every question we had, which put our minds at ease during the planning process. On our wedding day, they handled every part flawlessly and brought a confidence to the ceremony that was truly reassuring. Their professionalism was top notch, and they made our special moment feel polished and meaningful. We can't thank Carolina Ceremonies enough for the care they took with us.

  • AM

    Andrew Messier

    Rating: 5
    •Google
    •Sep 12

    Rev Dusty is great! We were witnesses to our friends at their basic signing with Rev Dusty, and a year later we used him ourselves. He is prompt, courteous, and professional. We recommend him highly!

    Carolina Ceremonies•Sep 12, 2026

    My pleasure! I loved meeting you all and look forward to the next one!

  • EL

    Emily Levin

    Rating: 5
    •Google
    •Sep 8

    We had a beautiful wedding. Dusty made that happen. It’s like he knew us better than we knew ourselves. His words lit up the room. He was kind, polite, and professional. Would highly recommend!

    Carolina Ceremonies•Sep 9, 2026

    Wow! Thank you, Emily. You and Ned are an awesome couple. What a beautiful day!

  • JP

    Jill Phillips

    Rating: 5
    •Google
    •Sep 1, 2026

    I’ve been the owner and DJ of All the Right Grooves DJ Services here in Charlotte, NC for 23 years and worked with countless wedding officiants. Over the years, Dusty stood out as one of the most professional and heartfelt. Always accommodating and adding a touch of humor to help nervous couples slow down and feel more comfortable during their ceremonies so they can take it all in. Highly recommended!

    Carolina Ceremonies•Sep 3, 2026

    Thank you, Jill! Your recommendation means so much because I know you have seen it all! Looking forward to you making me sound good again soon.

  • SN

    Sydney Nichols

    Rating: 5
    •Google
    •Sep 1, 2026

    Dusty was absolutely amazing, and I truly could not recommend him enough! He made our ceremony everything we could have wanted and more. Everyone has been talking about how beautiful and special the ceremony was. He had everyone laughing, tearing up, and completely engaged throughout the entire ceremony. He knew exactly what to say and made everything feel so personal and meaningful. I genuinely wouldn’t have chosen anyone else to officiate our wedding. Dusty was incredible, and we are so grateful he was such an important part of our special day!

    Carolina Ceremonies•Sep 3, 2026

    Thank you Sydney! You and Logan make a beautiful couple. I am so happy I exceeded your expectations. And we beat the rain!!

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Absolutely. Every ceremony is customized to reflect your relationship, personalities, and vision for your wedding day. Whether you want something traditional, modern, faith-based, non-religious or simple and heartfelt, we'll create a ceremony that feels like you.
Yes. Rehearsals are available for couples who want extra peace of mind. I'll coordinate the ceremony processional, recessional, timing, and answer any last-minute questions so everyone knows exactly what to do.
Of course. Many couples choose to write personal vows. I'm happy to help you incorporate them into the ceremony or provide guidance if you're not sure where to start.
I officiate weddings throughout the Charlotte metro area and surrounding communities in both North and South Carolina, including Gastonia, Belmont, Mount Holly, York, Rock Hill, Fort Mill, Clover, Lake Wylie, and beyond. Destination weddings are also available.
After your ceremony, I'll make sure your marriage license is completed correctly and returned according to your county's requirements. I'll also explain what to expect next so you know how to obtain certified copies of your marriage certificate.
Absolutely. We will tailor the ceremony to fit where you are in your journey together.
I do not require it. I do not offer it but will suggest some great resources I have used.
I have done over 400 weddings in my 30 years of experience.
Yes. Whether you're planning a private ceremony for just the two of you or a small gathering with close family and friends, I'd be honored to help make your day meaningful and stress-free.
The sooner, the better—especially for spring and fall Saturdays, which often book months in advance. If your wedding is coming up quickly, don't hesitate to reach out. If I'm available, I'll do everything I can to accommodate you.
Wedding days don't always go exactly as planned, and that's okay. I'm flexible and experienced with schedule changes, venue changes, and weather delays. I'll work with you and your coordinator to keep everything running smoothly.
We'll talk about your story, your ceremony preferences, special traditions, vows, family dynamics, and any questions you have. My goal is to make the planning process simple and enjoyable so you feel confident and relaxed on your wedding day.

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