Unbound Ceremonies

Pricing

Prices start at $175

Packages

Prices start at $150

About Unbound Ceremonies

Unbound Ceremonies

Officiant & Ritual Curator

Unbound Ceremonies specializes in modern, intentional wedding officiating and bespoke ritual curation for couples who want to break away from traditional molds. Operating throughout Chicago and beyond, I curate deeply personalized ceremony experiences ranging from intimate elopements and secular scripts to custom handfasting and avant-garde celebrations. Every ceremony is meticulously tailored to remain authentic, memorable, and unmistakably yours.

Beyond officiating, I offer elite day-of coordination services and full-scale event design. By blending expert logistics with bold design execution, I will ensure your ceremony is a seamless, deeply intentional experience that honors your exact vision and personal philosophy. Ordination Credentials: The Satanic Temple + ULC

In three words: Creative, Empathetic, Innovative

Services

Ceremony types

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

Religious affiliations

  • Interfaith
  • Other
  • Pagan
  • Secular
  • Spiritual
  • Wiccan

Unbound Ceremonies packages

Bespoke Ceremony

Description

The ultimate immersive ceremony experience, fully customized from scratch. I will write a completely bespoke script that authentically captures your unique love story, philosophy, and exact intent with unlimited revisions. This signature tier incorporates curated design consultation and deep ritual curation to break traditional molds.

What’s included
  • 100% custom script with unlimited revisions
  • Curated altar design
  • Live wedding rehearsal via Zoom upon request
  • Pre-ceremony coordination review with vendors
  • Full marriage license legislative guidance
  • Beautiful custom keepsake certificate included
  • Specialized custom ritual add-ons available

Classic Ceremony

Description

The foundational ceremony package built for a seamless, well-coordinated wedding day. This tier offers a personalized ceremony script featuring custom opening remarks, predetermined readings, vows, and ring exchange, alongside essential cross-vendor alignment.

What’s included
  • Personalized script with vows and ring exchange
  • Live wedding rehearsal via Zoom upon request
  • Beautiful custom keepsake certificate included
  • Pre-ceremony coordination review with vendors
  • Full marriage license legislative guidance
  • Specialized custom ritual add-ons available

Simple Elopement

Description

A straightforward elopement package beautifully tailored for intimate, couple-only settings. This tier features a foundational ceremony script with a warm welcome, personalized opening remarks, a selection from predetermined readings, vows, ring exchange, and the official pronouncement.

What’s included
  • Intimate, couple-only wedding ceremony setting
  • Personalized script with vows and ring exchange
  • Beautiful custom keepsake certificate included
  • Full marriage license legislative guidance
  • Specialized custom ritual add-ons available

Sign & Go

Description

The paperwork-only package designed for couples looking for quick, legal marriage verification without a ceremonial production. This mobile and flexible service is perfect for meeting at your home, an Airbnb, a restaurant, or another local venue to sign and file your documents promptly. Same-day service is available following your county's mandatory waiting period.

What’s included
  • Legal paperwork only, no ceremony
  • Prompt marriage license signing and filing
  • Meet at your home, Airbnb, or local venue
  • Same-day available after license waiting period
  • Optional keepsake certificate add-on

Reviews

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    Kate B.

    Rating: 5
    •Jul 13

    Magical dark romance wedding experience!

    From our first conversation with Riley at Unbound Ceremonies, we knew we'd made the right choice. They were responsive and genuinely interested in understanding what we wanted for our ceremony, then turned our personal stories and themes into a script that represented us perfectly and had me in tears . On the day itself, Riley went above and beyond by helping me solve a last-minute changing emergency and guiding us through photos so we could actually enjoy the moment instead of stressing over details. Their flexibility and creative approach made our ceremony feel authentic and special, capturing exactly what we were looking for. Riley helped create the day of our dreams, and we can't recommend them enough.

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    Sharper

    Rating: 5
    •Jul 8, 2026

    Exactly as Advertised and Amazing!

    Unbound Ceremonies made our wedding day feel truly personal and special. From our first conversation, they were quick to respond and easy to talk to, which made planning stress-free. They traveled to meet us at our dream venue and even helped us find decor that matched our style perfectly. What impressed us most was how they incorporated meaningful elements like our blood ritual into the ceremony—it was a must-have for us and they nailed it. The whole experience felt polished and dramatic without breaking the bank. We'd absolutely recommend them to any couple looking for an officiant who listens and delivers.

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    Ada

    Rating: 5
    •Jul 5, 2026

    Extraordinary Weddings

    Working with Unbound Ceremonies was a game-changer for our couples' big days. From the initial consultation, they were incredibly communicative and kept everything organized every step of the way, which made planning feel effortless. What truly set them apart was their spiritual approach to crafting bespoke ceremonies—they took the time to genuinely connect with each couple and understand what mattered most to them. The handcrafted touches they added were extraordinary and gave each celebration a uniqueness that felt deeply personal. They brought intention and care to every detail, and honestly, I'd recommend them a billion times over. Any witchy or goth or alternative couple considering an officiant or wedding planner in Chicago needs to have them on their radar.

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    Eric and L.

    Rating: 5
    •Jul 2, 2026

    Could not have been more amazing!

    Riley was incredible! They were knowledgeable and detail oriented. Riley brought a wealth of knowledge and experience to the process and met with us prior to ensure the experience was what we wanted. Not only did they provide us with the ritual we desired, but they also contributed their own enthusiasm, sincerity and glint, making it truly the most incredible ceremony. We cannot say enough how much we appreciate their efforts and expertise.

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    Sharper

    Rating: 5
    •Jul 1, 2026

    Perfect Wedding

    From our first conversation, we knew Unbound Ceremonies was the right choice for our officiant. They communicated with us clearly throughout the planning process, always keeping us informed and excited about our ceremony. On our wedding day, they took care of everything and made it all look effortless—their artistic touch and attention to detail created an ambiance that exceeded what we imagined. They brought such charisma and warmth to the ceremony that our guests felt the love and joy radiating through every moment. What impressed us most was how considerate and mindful they were, even in the smallest details, while keeping everything professional and knowledgeable. For the quality and elegance they delivered, the value was unbeatable, and we couldn't have asked for a better experience.

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