The Best Wedding Ceremony Officiants in California

The Best Wedding Ceremony Officiants in California

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80 Wedding Officiants in California

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Wedding Officiant Julia Garcia 

5.0

Oxnard, CA
  • Offers 9 ceremony types
  • Starts at $350
  • Serves California

• 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 ❤️.

From the moment I connected with Wedding Officiant Julia Garcia, I knew I had found the perfect person to officiate our wedding. Her communication style is warm and pleasant, and she was always in touch with us, full of thoughtful ideas to make our ceremony special. The quality of her work was great - everything was on time and exactly as we had discussed. Julia held our ceremony in Ukrainian, which was a delight, and her speech was pure and gentle) I am so grateful that fate led me to Julia, as she truly helped make our wedding day perfect. I cannot recommend her highly enough)))
Yuliia, 4 months ago
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L + A Union Ceremonies 

5.0

Hawthorne, CA
  • Offers 10 ceremony types
  • Starts at $550
  • Serves California

Hi, I'm Lilian Argueta, a proud Guatemalan American, native Angelina, and the heart behind L+A Union Ceremonies. I’ve always believed in the power of human connection and the importance of honoring it with authenticity, care, and soul. I’ve been a certified officiant since 2017, and my path to this work has been anything but traditional—in the best way. L+A stands for Luz y Amor, light and love in Spanish. It’s more than a name; it’s a belief system. I believe we are all energy, all light…and when two people come together in love, something truly magical happens. That magic deserves to be witnessed and celebrated with intention & creativity.

I was so honored to have you stand with us as we said I do! am forever grateful for the love you infused into our ceremony. We also just had so much- fun from writing the ceremony, to the rehearsal and the day of! Love you!
Caitlin S., 3 months ago
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Married by a Sea Captain 

5.0

Rancho Mirage, CA
  • Offers 9 ceremony types
  • Starts at $850
  • Serves California

I am a retired professional with a background in law and hospitality, holding degrees from Brigham Young University, Wake Forest University, and UNC School of Law. After officiating weddings in South Florida, I moved to Rancho Mirage to be near my grandchildren. I love helping couples create memorable, meaningful ceremonies. As a U.S. Coast Guard-licensed captain, I bring a relaxed, personal touch to every wedding, making your special day unique and enjoyable.

We had the absolute pleasure of working with Married by the Sea Captain as our wedding officiant, and we truly couldn’t be more impressed. From our first call, he took the time to ask thoughtful and meaningful questions about our relationship, and it was clear right away that he genuinely cared about creating something personal and special for us. When the wedding day came, it felt like he had known us for years. The words he spoke were so authentic, heartfelt, and perfectly tailored to who we are. He brought such kindness, calm energy, and sincerity, and made the entire ceremony feel effortless. There was a beautiful originality to the way he led the ceremony, full of personality but without a single moment feeling gimmicky. It was touching, genuine, and completely us. We are so grateful he was a part of our day. If you are considering Married by the Sea Captain, we promise you will not be disappointed.
Alyse V., 4 months ago
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Love Story Vows 

5.0

San Diego, CA
  • Offers 9 ceremony types
  • Starts at $395
  • Serves California
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Wedding officiant Heidi's only job is to make sure that you both have a wonderful ceremony that feels right to you. It should be memorable for the right reasons, have some laughter, a little bit of romance, and show your love for each other. She will capture your personal love story and your ceremony will definitely Not be long and boring! Heidi has married over 650 couples since 2016 and she's known for making the process easy and stress free for you. As a former wedding planner, she makes sure your ceremony flows smoothly and she will help you feel calm and actually enjoy your ceremony!

My husband and I had so much fun working with Heidi from Love Story Vows! From the moment we met Heidi and her wonderful photographer husband, Alan, we knew they were the perfect duo for our Safari Park wedding. They were helpful, communicative, and constantly positive. With Heidi's easy to follow resources and clear questionnaires and forms, together we created the most perfect, nature-centric ceremony. Many of our guests were blown away by our heartfelt ceremony and details of our love story. As a type A bride, Heidi and I had a lot of back and forth emails trying to get the ceremony just right, and she even added a special piece about the symbolism between the Safari animals and our marriage, something very important to us. I think we must have called to the animals, because the most serendipitous thing happened during the ceremony-- a parade of several giraffes came galloping along right behind us, right before I was going to say my vows. We were all completely awestruck, it was just the perfect moment. When we look back on our wedding day, we are blessed to have memories of Heidi's calming and reliable presence. She gave us water, positivity, and delivered the most beautiful ceremony. Our guests who had the chance to meet Heidi, shared with us what a kind person she was. Many also said they loved the tone of her voice and how she was very professional and had the audience in control. Heidi and Alan are both so knowledgeable about weddings, and with their help we felt confident that we had a solid timeline. We felt very well taken care of in their presence. Thank you!
Amanda G., 3 months ago
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Love Is Weddings 

5.0

Fallbrook, CA
  • Offers 9 ceremony types
  • Starts at $425
  • Serves California

Your wedding ceremony is all about you. If you would like to include special rituals, your love story or have a playful ceremony, we can work together to make it happen. If you want a simple yet meaningful ceremony, we can do that too. If you would fully customize your ceremony you have the option of selecting each and every element of your celebration of love. Getting it right for you; that's what it's all about.

Rev. Brian and the team at Love Is Weddings were a pleasure to work with for our wedding ceremony. Their communication style was clear, concise, and thorough, which made the planning process smooth and stress-free. The quality of their work and overall value was very professional - they provided excellent guidance and were highly personable throughout. We really appreciated that Rev. Brian shared examples of ceremony script options with us, which allowed us to customize the ceremony to be more personalized and meaningful for us as a couple. We highly recommend Rev. Brian and the Love Is Weddings team to any couples searching for their wedding officiant.
Anthony G., 2 months ago
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Sam Does Weddings 

5.0

LOS ANGELES, CA
  • Offers 9 ceremony types
  • Starts at $850
  • Serves California

Born in Australia, lived in Scotland, I've now been in the US for 10 years, I presided over my first wedding in 2016. Being asked by two of my oldest friends changed my life forever. But I was crazy nervous. That first ceremony elicited something inside of me I never expected. I LOVED, love! I had a feeling of pride and community I'd never experienced before. More and more friends asked me to officiate their weddings over the years until I finally said "frick it, maybe this is my thing." Becoming an officiant has been one of the most rewarding things I've done, experiencing your marriage ceremony with you is now something I look forward to.

I can't recommend Sam Does Weddings enough!! He was the perfect officiant: kind, humorous, patient and most of all understanding! From the moment we chose Sam, he was always available and had genuine care and consideration for our relationship. He took the time to truly understand us as a couple and beautifully captured the essence of our relationship in the ceremony. We wanted a short, unplugged ceremony with the perfect balance of humor and heartfelt moments, and Sam delivered exactly that. He crafted a service that actually felt like us - not generic or overly formal, but filled with love and authenticity that resonated with everyone present. Throughout the planning process, Sam was incredibly helpful and responsive. He gently guided us to ensure we were hitting all the right notes while still giving us the flexibility to make the ceremony our own. He shaped and refined our own telling of our story into something truly special. I still get giddy thinking about when my husband and I read our ceremony script over a glass of wine at dinner! Though what truly sets Sam apart is his attention to detail and thoughtful touches - he even came prepped with a sneaky shot of our favorite drink for both of us right after we said "I do" which was MUCH needed (iykyk) If you're looking for an officiant who will take the time to understand your unique story, respect your wishes, and create a ceremony that perfectly reflects who you are as a couple, Sam is your person. We are, and always will be forever grateful to him :)
Montana, 6 months ago
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Sacred & Unique Wedding Ceremonies 

5.0

Santa Barbara, CA
  • Offers 10 ceremony types
  • Starts at $350
  • Serves California

Santa Barbara wedding officiant Dani Antman performs interfaith, religious, and spiritual wedding ceremonies. Ordained as an Interfaith minister in 2004, Dani specializes in creating custom, and touching personalized wedding ceremonies. She loves to combine different traditions and customs, along with rituals, readings, and blessings that reflect your love for each other and your religious beliefs. Dani will guide you through the planning process: from discussing details of your own unique love story, to creating the ceremony and walking down the aisle. Filing the license and all meetings are included. Attending the rehearsal is extra.

The Perfect Officiant – Dani Made Our Wedding Unforgettable! Dani was absolutely the best! From start to finish, she made our wedding experience effortless and truly special. She is an expert in all things Santa Barbara and immediately put us at ease when it came to logistics, guiding us to the perfect spot at the courthouse for our ceremony. We completely trusted her lead, and it was the best decision we made. She took the time to get to know us and wrote the most beautiful ceremony that truly captured the heart of who we are as a couple. Her attention to detail, warmth, and genuine passion for what she does made all the difference. We felt so much love and care from her throughout the process. Dani was worth every penny and an absolute delight to work with. If you’re looking for an officiant who is not only professional and experienced but also deeply invested in making your ceremony meaningful and personal, she is the one. I will recommend her every single time, in every lifetime!
Jasmine N., 5 months ago
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Weddings Royale 

5.0

Irvine, CA
  • Offers 8 ceremony types
  • Serves California

Ryan and Valerie Kingsman are the dynamic duo behind Weddings Royale, an award-winning husband and wife officiant team specializing in luxury wedding celebrations. As acclaimed love storytellers, they have mastered the art of creating personalized, meaningful ceremonies for over a thousand couples. Based in Orange County, they travel throughout California and to destination events.

We cannot recommend Ryan enough.From our first conversation, he exceeded our expectations in every way. Communication with him was always easy, thoughtful, and professional. When we first started looking for an officiant, we assumed it would be a one size fits all experience but Ryan and his wife completely changed that perception. He took the time to really get to know us, and because of that, he created a ceremony that felt incredibly personal, meaningful, and true to who we are as a couple. His attention to detail and genuine care made our wedding ceremony not just a formality, but one of the most special parts of the entire day. And as a bonus in the words of my husband “presentation was sharp” Ryan looked great, carried himself with confidence, and brought the perfect energy to our big day. Thank you, Ryan, for making our wedding unforgettable. You helped us start this new chapter with love, warmth, and a ceremony that truly reflected our hearts.
Natalie P., 3 months ago
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Pastor Joshua Kapchinsky 

5.0

Claremont, CA
  • Offers 9 ceremony types
  • Starts at $495
  • Serves California

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.

Pastor Josh and Jennifer were amazing from start to finish ! We got so much feedback from our friends and family about how much they loved our ceremony and how well Pastor Josh did ! He was on time, professional, personable and respectful. Everything went so smooth and we are so happy Thankyou so very much to you both !!
Angela, a month ago
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Weddings by Christina 

5.0

Orange, CA
  • Offers 9 ceremony types
  • Starts at $350
  • Serves California

My name is Christina, and I’m the heart behind Weddings by Christina, based in Orange, California. As a licensed officiant in 49 states, I’ve had the joy of uniting couples across Southern California and beyond. I love meeting new couples, hearing your unique love story, and helping bring your vision of the perfect ceremony to life. With your input, I design a ceremony that reflects who you are. I’m all about building a strong connection and creating a warm, inclusive space where all love is celebrated. I officiate weddings of all types and also specialize in commitment ceremonies, vow renewals, baby dedications, and memorial services.

Christina is amazing! She was very thorough about the whole process of the wedding ceremony and asked me specifically what things I wanted to keep or change. She made it personal and tailored to me and my husband which I loved. She's also so easy-going and funny. I really couldn't have asked for a better minister to officiate my wedding. She was even down and excited to accept my very specific minister attire requirements since I had a fantasy wedding and wanted all the attires to be cohesive. Wedding ceremony was so smooth and perfect because of her fantastic work! Thank you so much Christina!!
Camila, 24 days ago
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The Out Officiant 

5.0

El Cerrito, CA
  • Offers 7 ceremony types
  • Starts at $187
  • Serves California

Hola, I’m Ernesto (he/him/él), The Out Officiant! Ordained by the ULC, I began officiating in 2019 and bring heart, humor, and authenticity to every ceremony. As a gay Latino who’s been through wedding planning myself, I know how vital it is to feel seen and supported. I specialize in LGBTQ+, bilingual, and multicultural weddings, always inclusive, personalized, and stress-free. Based in El Cerrito, my fee varies by distance. Let’s create a ceremony that celebrates your love story!

Ernesto is the best officiant! He met with us prior to see what we would like incorporated into the ceremony, he showed up last minute to our rehearsal after we forgot to tell him about it, and overall incorporated his humor/personality to make our ceremony truly special! Highly recommend him!
Fahima, 5 months ago
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Shannon Bryson Ceremonies 

5.0

Winchester, CA
  • Offers 9 ceremony types
  • Starts at $300
  • Serves California

Shannon serves the Temecula/Murrieta area, North San Diego, and Palm Springs/Palm Desert area, and is willing to travel beyond. With 35 years in beauty, 20+ years in wellness, and 3 years officiating over 100 ceremonies, she brings unique experience to your special day. Shannon writes every ceremony from scratch after getting to know you through "Get to Know Each Other" calls. She handles all paperwork and logistics, making your wedding, elopement, or vow renewal completely stress-free.

Working with Shannon was one of the very best decisions we made for our wedding day. She went far beyond what we ever expected from an officiant and made our ceremony not only beautiful, but truly personal and unforgettable. From the very beginning, she took the time to get to know us as a couple, guiding us through a meditation and visualization session that helped us get clear on what we wanted our ceremony to feel like. That experience alone brought us closer together and set the tone for everything that followed. On the day of our wedding, she arrived early and was a calming, grounding presence for me as I got ready. She even led me through a short breathwork session that helped ease my nerves and allowed me to feel centered before walking down the aisle. Throughout the ceremony, her words were heartfelt, perfectly tailored to us, and delivered with so much warmth and grace. What stood out most was how she made sure every detail flowed seamlessly. Honestly, she played a role even more important than my maid of honor in keeping me grounded and ensuring everything went smoothly. Because of her care, presence, and thoughtful guidance, our day was absolutely perfect. If you are looking for someone who will not just officiate, but truly honor and elevate your ceremony with heart, intention, and love, I cannot recommend Shannon enough. She is extraordinary.
Fiona C., 2 months ago
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Pronounced by Patrick 

5.0

SAN LUIS OBISPO, CA
  • Offers 9 ceremony types
  • Starts at $450
  • Serves California

Hello there! I'm Patrick, a professional wedding officiant based in Paso Robles, California...Our little drinking town, with a farming problem...but I do travel! I take absolute delight in helping make your wedding ceremony just as you envisioned it. After all, it's your special day! In addition to working as an officiant, I'm also the owner of a distillery in Paso Robles, a voice-over specialist, and I have a multiple-subject teaching credential. That's right, the booze making officiant!

Patrick did a wonderful job at our wedding. He talked us through all the steps leading up to it, helped my husband coordinate a sweet surprise and had the perfect energy to engage our guests and help tell our story. I highly recommend Patrick!
Katie, 7 months ago
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Grand Entrance Affairs 

5.0

Pasadena, CA
  • Offers 6 ceremony types
  • Starts at $800
  • Serves California

Ready to create an unforgettable ceremony for the most important day of your life? I’d be honored to help you with that. As an ordained minister, wedding planner, and copywriter, I offer a unique combination of skills to help me create the perfect custom wedding ceremony—tailor-made for you. I use my interpersonal nature to get to know you as a couple, your love story, and your important must-haves—and my way with words to craft a heartfelt and memorable ceremony that uniquely captures and conveys your essence in front of all your nearest and dearest.

I had the most wonderful experience with our wedding officiant Ingrid! She did an exceptional job and I couldn't be happier with her services. From the moment we met, she was warm, professional, and attentive to our needs. She took the time to understand our love story and incorporated personal touches into the ceremony that made it truly memorable. The delivery was heartfelt and sincere, capturing the emotions of the day perfectly. She spoke with such grace and eloquence, making our vows feel even more special. Throughout the ceremony, she maintained a calm and reassuring presence, putting both my spouse and I at ease. Not only did she perform the role flawlessly, but she also went above and beyond to ensure that everything ran smoothly. Her attention to detail and organization were truly impressive. I cannot express enough how grateful I am to have had such a fantastic officiant. She made our wedding ceremony a truly magical experience, and I would highly recommend her services to any couple looking for an officiant or planner who will go the extra mile. Thank you for making our special day memorable.
AmandaExposito, 4 months ago
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Harbor View Weddings 

5.0

Harbor City, CA
  • Offers 9 ceremony types
  • Starts at $450
  • Serves California
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Hi, I’m Andy, the heart behind Harbor View Weddings. For more than 20 years, I’ve had the honor of helping couples celebrate one of the most important days of their lives. Since 2012, my family and I have built a wedding officiant service that’s rooted in love, respect, and authenticity. Whether it’s an intimate backyard ceremony, a romantic beach wedding, or a grand celebration, I make sure every couple feels supported and stress-free. My goal is simple: to craft a ceremony that reflects you — your story, your culture, and your vision for the future.

Andy was the best. He made a great effort to get to know my wife and I prior to the wedding. He delivered a beautiful service that felt very personal. He even got my dad to tear up, a little. That's a hard thing to do. I am recommending him to all my friends.
Felipe H., 2 months ago
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Better Together Officiating-Events-Photos 

5.0

Torrance, CA
  • Offers 7 ceremony types
  • Starts at $250
  • Serves California

Over 20’s years ago Terry started working for a wedding planning company in Traverse City MI and has since written and officiated countless wedding ceremonies, each one is unique and special as the two people who are getting married. We design your ceremony to capture your personalities, vision and wishes to most accurately reflect who you are as a couple. We love to meet with couples who want a candid heartfelt stressless ceremony full of genuine joy centered around two people setting off on a journey to conquer life. Leveraging our decades of officiating and event services, we’ll turn your dream wedding into a beautiful reality!

Fabian and Terry were exceptional! They took care of all the details on my wedding day, allowing me and my husband to relax and enjoy the day. I couldn’t have done it without them! They were behind the scenes the whole day making sure all the details were executed flawlessly including the reception, cake, flowers, ceremony, and even hauling our stuff from the church to our reception all while ensuring my grandparents were comfortable throughout the night. It ended up being a perfect, happy and stress free day knowing these two would handle any surprise that popped up along the way.
Kristi H., 6 months ago
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Married By Renne Wedding Officiant 

5.0

Winnetka, CA
  • Offers 8 ceremony types
  • Starts at $550
  • Serves California

What I love about being an officiant is getting to know my couples. What their hopes and dreams are as individuals and as a couple. What they like about each other, what their favorite things they like to do together, and what makes them a couple. Putting all those things together in a memorable wedding ceremony is my passion. My ceremonies are always as individual as my couples. Every relationship is special and unique and I enjoy creating and sharing how you both got to this day, this moment. Your Story. The Best Love Story. Ever.

Working with Renne was just lovely. From our first meeting, she was so warm, down to earth and easy to talk to. She immediately had us feeling at ease with her genuine care. Our wedding ceremony was a perfect story of us and our love story. She managed to capture the uniqueness and beauty of our relationship and our loved ones were in tears. It set the stage for such a meaningful celebration. She printed out our ceremony and vows and we keep them in our wedding box. We open it every year and read it together as a way of reflecting on our love and remembering our values and promises we made to each other. We are so grateful for the way Renne made our wedding ceremony perfect for us and how she is still a fixture in our story a little each year.
Jennifer M., 6 months ago
Knots & Vows Sonoma 

5.0

Windsor, CA
  • Offers 10 ceremony types
  • Starts at $450
  • Serves California

With years of experience and a passion for celebrating love in all its forms, I create meaningful, personalized ceremonies for weddings and civil unions across the San Francisco Bay Area. Whether your style is traditional, modern, spiritual, secular, or something totally unique—I’m here to support your vision and help bring it to life. I’d be honored to be an important part of your big day.

My wife, Laura, and I were very pleased with Emilio Garcia officiating our wedding. He had a calming, natural ability that helped our guests feel welcomed and part of a truly joyous occasion. We had met with him prior to the ceremony and said a little humor would be good and he provided it with charm. Two thumbs up!
Armando and L., 6 months ago
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Meg's Ceremonies 

5.0

DAVIS, CA
  • Offers 8 ceremony types
  • Starts at $575
  • Serves California

Hello and Congratulations! I have the best job in the world because I get to tell your story and connect you to each other and your guests. I love to have fun! As a former nurse and teacher, I am sensitive to individual needs and I am very comfortable in front of people.

Meg was the best officiant! She tailored her speech to include lots of meaningful personal aspects and kept it concise so we could get to the fun. Would recommend her to anyone getting married!
Austin D., 6 months ago
Santa Cruz Officiant 

5.0

Santa Cruz, CA
  • Offers 10 ceremony types
  • Starts at $600
  • Serves California

Hi, I’m Naomi—a multi-award-winning wedding officiant known for ceremonies that feel like soul nourishment. I’m part marriage midwife, part mythic storyteller, part fierce loving mama bear. I help couples stay grounded, connected, and deeply seen on one of the most important days of their lives. Rooted in years of cross cultural study, I create inclusive, wildly meaningful, sacred but non-religious ceremonies. Guests swear I must be a family member or close friend. I’m a reverend gone rogue—innovating modern rites with heart, humor, and holy intention, and creating ceremonies that feel like home to you—and unforgettable to everyone else.

Choosing Naomi as our officiant was one of the very best decisions we made for our wedding. She embodies so much warmth and wisdom and has an extremely thoughtful process of getting to know her couples. We wanted our ceremony to be the most special part of our day, and while we trusted her from the beginning, we couldn’t have imagined a ceremony as beautiful as the one she delivered. We wanted to really feel the transition, the peace, the profoundness of the moment, and Naomi gave us this and so much more. Every word was meaningful and deeply personal, not a single one wasted. She slowed everything down. She helped us and our guests all be still and truly present and to notice even the tiniest details that were made not so tiny by the awareness: the trees, the smell of the cool forest air, the crow flying overhead. She was a grounding presence that steadied us in a moment that is often nerve-ridden and blurry for many people. Friends and family all commented on how it was the most beautiful ceremony they had ever been to. One friend even said that he had never been to a wedding where the ceremony was the best part until ours. If you are looking for an officiant who can truly see you and your partner, someone who is capable of honoring your story and your dreams, someone to anchor you in a whirlwind moment while acknowledging how once in a lifetime it is, then run don’t walk to connect with Naomi. You will be so glad you did.
Aubrey D W., 6 months ago
Our Cherished Vows Weddings 

5.0

Galt, CA
  • Offers 8 ceremony types
  • Starts at $350
  • Serves California

At Our Cherished Vows Weddings, I design faith-based ceremonies that harmoniously integrate your unique personalities and values with your love story, creating a celebration that will be cherished for a lifetime. • Serving Sacramento •San Joaquin & Amador Counties •Destination Weddings also available

I felt completely lost and worried that the day wouldn't match my expectations. Anna was incredible in guiding me through the process of obtaining a marriage license. She even submitted it on our behalf, checked in with me regularly, and arrived early to ensure everything was in order. Her support really eased my nerves, and I couldn't have asked for a better officiant!
Violette, 5 months ago
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Dearly Beloved 

5.0

Temecula, CA
  • Offers 9 ceremony types
  • Starts at $249
  • Serves California

Dearly Beloved is a professional wedding officiant service devoted to crafting heartfelt, personalized, and inclusive ceremonies. I believe every love story is unique and deserves to be celebrated with care and intention. Whether your vibe is romantic, playful, spiritual, or secular—I work closely with you to ensure your ceremony reflects you. I love love, and I take immense pride in helping couples from all backgrounds feel seen, honored, and celebrated on one of the most meaningful days of their lives.

Dearly Beloved was the perfect choice for our wedding officiant. From the moment we first spoke with Joel, their communication style was sincere, efficient, and thoughtful. The quality of his work was high, thoroughly researched, and deeply compassionate. He went above and beyond to incorporate special traditions from my cultural background, as well as including our family and friends in meaningful ways throughout the ceremony. Joel was kind, happy, and lovable, and truly made our special day even more magical. We couldn't have asked for a better officiant to guide us through this momentous occasion.
Victoria V., 3 months ago
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Wedding Pastor Ken 

5.0

Torrance, CA
  • Offers 5 ceremony types
  • Starts at $399
  • Serves California

Congrats on finding the love of your life! I love coming alongside brides and grooms to help them plan and have the ceremony of their dreams. From the outset, you will have a friendly, supportive wedding pastor who will walk with you through the process and give you the tools to create a ceremony that your guests will love and that you will never forget. Contact me today to set up a no obligation wedding inquiry appointment. As a thank you for meeting, I will give you a free ebook of wedding vows to help you get started.

Pastor Ken was an exceptional wedding officiant who exceeded our expectations. His communication style was effective, generous, prompt and timely throughout the entire process. Based on our questionnaire responses, he came across as incredibly personable and everyone who attended our wedding resonated with his word choice, making it feel like he had known us as a couple for years even though we had only hired him a few months prior. Pastor Ken made sure our meeting was intentional, ensuring the vows and transitions on our wedding day ran smoothly. He really delivered and made our wedding day extra special, all within a concise one-hour timeframe. We couldn't have asked for a better officiant to make our special day so memorable.
Jessica J., 4 months ago
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I Do X Two 

5.0

Castro Valley, CA
  • Offers 9 ceremony types
  • Starts at $400
  • Serves California

I love working with couples to write a ceremony that is authentic to their love story and with all the details they envision. I've officiated estate-sized wine country weddings and those at the Ritz; to ceremonies in art galleries and country clubs, to shoreline and backyard elopements, and vow renewals at a family picnic or a restaurant--each one just as special as the other.

I just had my wedding on July 5th and used I Do X Two’s services, with Saundra as our officiant. From the beginning, she took extensive time and care to craft a personalized ceremony that reflected both me and my now-husband perfectly. Saundra met with us beforehand to hear our love story and get to know us both individually and as a couple. She made sure our voices were heard and that our wishes for the ceremony were thoughtfully incorporated. I consider myself spiritual but not religious, while my husband was raised in a religious family and has his own way of practicing it. Saundra reassured us that despite our differences, she would be able to blend both of our beliefs into a ceremony that honored us equally—and she absolutely delivered. My husband also shared some of his concerns with Saundra, including potential areas of conflict, and she responded with understanding and grace, sharing how she’s helped other couples navigate similar situations. When the big day arrived, Saundra was incredible. She led the ceremony with such beauty, calm, and confidence—it flowed seamlessly. She was organized, warm, and extremely helpful throughout the entire process. She even offered to print our vows on the most gorgeous cardstock and supported us with the ceremony’s flow to ensure everything went perfectly. After the ceremony, Saundra took care of our marriage license, ensuring everything was completed and submitted properly. Our guests and both of our families couldn’t stop raving about how beautiful the ceremony was and how wonderful Saundra made it feel. All this to say: choose I Do X Two. You’ll have a stunning ceremony, guests who are moved and impressed, and hearts that are full! Thank you so much Saundra!
Tara W., 4 months ago
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A Guy in a Vest 

5.0

Sacramento, CA
  • Offers 9 ceremony types
  • Starts at $200
  • Serves California

Hello! I’m Daniel and I’m honored to be considered for your big day! From my home in sunny Sacramento, California, I work with couples to make their ceremonies memorable, meaningful to them and engaging for guests. I guide my couples through the planning process of the ceremony from brainstorming symbols of unity to ordering a copy of your wedding certificate from the county.

Daniel was fantastic. At every step of the process he was a reassuring presence, he tailored the ceremony to our relationship, and helped us avoid pitfalls we definitely could have run into (like messing up our marriage license.) He’s not only a compelling officiant, but he makes everyone feel happy and at ease on what can be a really stressful day. Cannot recommend enough.
Dominic B., 3 months ago
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Ariela Productions 

5.0

Arcata, CA
  • Offers 9 ceremony types
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves California

I’m Ariela, a queer wedding planner, officiant, and ceremonial guide based in Northern California. With 15+ years in community arts and creative production, I bring both logistical expertise and soulful presence to every celebration. My ceremonies weave together ritual, somatic grounding, and intentional design—so your wedding isn’t just an event, but a meaningful expression of your love and values.

Ariela made our ceremony magical and deeply meaningful. From our first conversation, she listened carefully to our story and helped us weave rituals and symbols that truly reflected who we are. Her presence is calm, grounding, and joyful, making everyone feel included and cherished. Every detail was thoughtfully considered, and our ceremony felt intimate, unique, and full of heart. Ariela is more than an officiant—she is a guide, a creator, and a celebrant of love.
Peter S., 2 months ago
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Reverend Clint Hufft 

5.0

Los Angeles, CA
  • Offers 9 ceremony types
  • Starts at $800
  • Serves California

Say what you want to say. Hear what you want to hear. I'll meet with you as many times as you want. Every detail of your ceremony is important. "Thank you for the kind words and making our ceremony so thoughtful and stress free."

As a wedding planner I just love it when I can refer Reverend Clint to my couples. Reverend Clint has a special gift for helping couples feel deeply connected to their ceremonies and to one another and they always seem to fall in love all over again after one conversation with him. He has a magic way about him when my couples first talk with him, with his loving, kind, gentle and professional demeanor and then he gently guides my couples into crafting a deeply meaningful ceremony with words that feel personal and authentic to them. As a wedding planner, I'm always thrilled to refer Reverend Clint, because I know my couples will have the most wonderful sincere ceremony experience and say what they want to say and for me , he is just a delight to work with. He is Incredibly prepared on a wedding day . I never have to worry about Reverend Clint, as he is always on time, he checks in with photo and video and makes sure everyone knows exactly where each other is during the ceremony , so my couples get the best shots and I could not ask for more for my couples and for myself and my team. He is truly doing what he was meant to be doing in this world.
Charley Izabella K., 7 months ago
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Minister Maggie 

5.0

Berkeley, CA
  • Offers 9 ceremony types
  • Starts at $525
  • Serves California

I don’t do cookie-cutter ceremonies. I create personalized wedding ceremonies that reflect who you are and what you value as a couple. I want each word to be based on what matters most to you as you join your lives in marriage. We’ll work together to create your perfect ceremony, and I will help you find ways to make your wedding meaningful for yourselves as well as your families and friends. When I lead the ceremony, I’ll speak from my heart with sincerity and joy. Working with you and being at your wedding is an honor I do not take lightly. It would be a privilege to be part of your special day.

Minister Maggie is always a delight to work with. We've worked together many times over many years. I'm an event planner and she is my "GO TO" most recommended professional officiant. She takes time to get to know the couple and crafts a ceremony that fully reflects them and their wishes. Maggie is an accomplished and clear public speaker. I highly recommend reaching out to Maggie to officiate your wedding!
Mandy S., 6 months ago
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Officiant Donna -San Diego, CA 

5.0

San Diego, CA
  • Offers 9 ceremony types
  • Starts at $300
  • Serves California

*Now Authorized to Issue Confidential Marriage Licenses!* Since 2013! *Elopements *Weddings * Handfastings *Commitment Ceremonies*Vow Renewals * Hitch and Run* signing only services. Donna is known for her magical and fun experiences with help from each couple. The more creative the better. All couples are welcome. Proud member of the LGBTQ+ community. Love is love! *Fee $425 * which includes creating a unique and memorable ceremony, Officiating and getting the license filed afterwards. *If the marriage license needs to be provided by me there is an additional fee of $300 which includes the $144 license fee.

Officiant Donna was wonderful to work with for our wedding ceremony in San Diego, CA. She allowed for open communication throughout the planning process, which put us at ease. Donna really cared about making our special day perfect, and you could tell from her warm and personable demeanor. She arrived early on the day of the wedding and helped make the ceremony fun and memorable for us and our guests. We are so grateful to Donna for her professionalism and for helping to create such a joyful experience for us. We highly recommend her services to any couple looking for an officiant who will go above and beyond.
Dee, 4 months ago
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Beside Love 

5.0

Los Angeles, CA
  • Offers 8 ceremony types
  • Starts at $500
  • Serves California

The Beside Love mission is to perform customized wedding ceremonies for couples in the Los Angeles area. To stand beside love is an honor, and performing wedding ceremonies feels like opening a curtain to reveal a glowing light to the world. My ceremonies can be light, airy and fun or deeply emotional and expressive, but always joyful— and always yours.

Heidi from Beside Love was an absolute joy to work with as a wedding officiant. From our very first conversation she was an attentive listener, and provided kind and and supportive guidance throughout the planning process. Heidi's fun, detailed, personable, and energetic presence keeps things running smoothly and make it a truly special celebration. Heidi will only be a positive part of your wedding experience, bringing a professional and calm touch that will truly enhance your special day. I sent her multiple ideas and she crafted vows so uniquely us. Anyone who hires her will have a personal friend and cheerleader for the day. I couldn't recommend Beside Love more highly!
Joselyn G., a month ago