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MarriageToGo offers premium service at a competitive price.

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UPDATE, 2023:

COVID-19 is still impacting the safety of group gatherings, so until further notice we are offering officiation for Safer Elopement Ceremonies ONLY for locations on the Westside of Los Angeles. Safer ceremonies take place exclusively outdoors, with participants distanced and masked when appropriate, without guests or photographers. Availability is extremely limited. Please see our Safer Elopements page for more details.

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PLEASE NOTE:

ALL CEREMONIES TAKE PLACE EXCLUSIVELY OUTDOORS IN PRIVATE LOCATIONS. WE ARE NOT CURRENTLY OFFERING INDOOR CEREMONIES, ON-SITE CEREMONIES IN PUBLIC LOCATIONS, OR CEREMONIES WITH WITNESSES, GUESTS, OR PHOTOGRAPHERS IN ATTENDANCE.

RATES AND SERVICES

Quality always costs a little bit more; you can pay less elsewhere, but with MarriageToGo you can be confident you've hired a trusted and reliable professional who is familiar with the legal, ceremonial, and safety practices needed for the marriage ceremonies of today.

Please click to see base rates and requirements for the services you require.

STUFF YOU NEED TO KNOW

Getting legally married has two parts: first you must obtain a marriage license, then you must have it solemnized by a qualified officiant.

As of April 2023, we no longer issue confidential marriage licenses as part of our services. However, we can provide qualified confirmed clients a referral for confidential marriage licensing with a local authorized notary.

Please see our Getting a Marriage License info page to learn more about purchasing your California marriage license.

The least expensive way to obtain your marriage license is from a County Clerk's office, but many couples prefer the convenience of confidential marriage licensing at their home or ceremony site. If you qualify, upon booking we can refer you to an authorized notary to assist you. Please note that confidential marriage licensing fees are negotiated and paid directly to the notary; you may choose another authorized notary to issue your confidential license if you wish. We do not receive a referral fee or other consideration for this referral, nor for any referrals or recommendations we make.

Elopement planning should be simple, honest, and secure. That's why with MarriageToGo, there are no hidden costs. Your fee is finalized up front and you receive a written service agreement detailing precisely what services you'll receive. To keep your financial information safe and secure, we accept payment via PayPal ONLY.

We also donate a portion of our income to local non-profits as part of our mandate to share the love with our community. Your elopement will help others in need.

You can check out our five-star reviews on Yelp to see what our clients have to say.


THE "SAFER ELOPEMENT" CEREMONY

a socially-distanced customizable civil ceremony on the Westside.

Once you have your license, we offer Safer Elopement ceremonies to complete your legal marriage. Safer Elopements take place in exclusively outdoor private locations, in keeping with best practices for client safety.

Safer Elopements take place without guests or photographers, so if you want to share the moment with others we encourage streaming or recording your ceremony. We may be able to assist you with some aspects of this; please ask for details.

We may be able to officiate on short notice for an additional fee. Availability is very limited. Click here for more info on short-notice appointments (within 72 hours or less).

Safer Elopement Ceremony Officiation Rates:
a socially-distanced civil or custom ceremony, couple only--no guests or photographers

Civil Ceremony: $425 Mon-Thurs/$475 Fri-Sat-Sun
Custom Ceremony: $475 Mon-Thurs/$525 Fri-Sat-Sun

  • Safer Elopement--Civil Ceremony includes: unlimited consultation by phone/videochat/email, civil ceremony, officiation, officiant signature, location/travel fee, handling/mailing, sanitation/hazard/disposal fees.
  • Safer Elopement--Custom Ceremony includes: unlimited consultation by phone/videochat/email, original and curated ceremony materials packet, writing/editing, ceremony officiation, officiant signature, location/travel fee, handling/mailing, sanitation/hazard/disposal fees.
  • Holidays and high-demand dates, short notice/emergency service, or a surly attitude will incur up to a 100%-500% surcharge at our discretion. We tend to prioritize the requests of those who play nicely. Holiday, high-demand, and short-notice ceremonies must be paid in full upon booking and all fees are non-refundable/non-transferable.
  • Upon advance request we can provide a tripod and phone adapter for recording/streaming at no additional charge, so you don't have to schlep one. Ask for details.
  • Click here to inquire about availability and request a personal rate quote.

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SIGN-AND-GO SOLEMNIZATION

a minimal-but-legal signature service to quickly complete your marriage license

Sign-and-Go--Our Location rate: $325 Mon-Thurs/$375 Fri-Sat-Sun
Sign-and-Go--Your Location (Westside Only) rate: $375 Mon-Thurs/$425 Fri-Sat-Sun
Other Locations--please email for travel fee quote

  • Couple only--no guests or photographers, one witness only if legally required for public marriage license. Nonrefundable/nontransferable payment in full is required upon booking.
  • There are no vows, rings, or readings with sign-and-go solemnization, just your consent and a pronouncement of marriage. If you want something more, you may upgrade to a Safer Elopement ceremony at an additional cost.
  • Sign-and-Go service includes unlimited consultation by phone/videochat/email, solemnization, officiant signature, location/travel fee, document handling/mailing, sanitation/hazard fee.
  • Holidays and high-demand dates, short notice/emergency service, or a surly attitude will incur up to a 100%-500% surcharge at our discretion. We tend to prioritize the requests of those who play nicely. Holiday, high-demand, and short-notice ceremonies must be paid in full upon booking and all fees are non-refundable/non-transferable.
  • Click here to inquire about availability and details.

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VOW RENEWALS

a small private ritual of recommitment to your love and marriage

Basic Vow Renewal (Westside Only) starts at $300 Mon-Thurs/$350 Fri-Sat-Sun.
Basic Vow Renewal--Your Location starts at $375 Mon-Thurs/$425 Fri-Sat-Sun
For more elaborate vow renewals, ambush renewal ceremonies, or other locations--please email for a quote.

  • Basic vow renewals include unlimited consulation by phone/email/videochat, ceremony officiation, sanitation/hazard fees, and travel/mileage within the Westside of Los Angeles. More elaborate custom ceremonies will be quoted per event specifications.
  • To reserve a holiday or high-demand date, non-refundable non-transferable payment in full is due upon booking to confirm your appointment time. Call 310.288.6658 or email early for availability and a rate quote--holidays book fast!
  • If you want to add special touches to your renewal, we can refer you to event planners or vendors who can help you make it happen.
  • Upon advance request we can provide a tripod and phone adapter for recording/streaming at no additional charge, so you don't have to schlep one. Ask for details.

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SHORT-NOTICE APPOINTMENTS

ceremonies and solemnizations within 72 hours of booking

Surcharges of up to 100% of standard rate, depending on urgency, location, and client preparedness. Please see our Short-Notice page for info.

  • Short-notice appointments are by their nature more difficult to fulfill, but we always go out of our way to assist those with urgent legal or medical need at reasonable cost. Those without urgent legal or medical need will be accommodated as availability permits and may incur a surcharge of up to 100% of normal rates. All short-notice appointments must be paid in full immediately upon booking, and all payments are non-refundable/non-transferable.
  • Short-notice service includes unlimited consultation by phone/videochat/email, standard civil ceremony or sign-and-go solemnization, officiant signature, location/travel fee, document handling/mailing, and a sanitation/hazard fee.
  • Per our Safer Elopement protocol, only the couple may be in attendance for short-notice services--no guests or photographers, one witness only if legally required for public marriage license.
  • Short-notice requests for holidays or high-demand dates or a surly attitude will incur up to a 100%-500% surcharge at our discretion. We tend to prioritize the requests of those who play nicely. Again, all short-notice ceremonies must be paid in full upon booking and all fees are non-refundable/non-transferable.
  • Call 310.288.6658 or click here to inquire about availability and details.

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HOLIDAYS AND HIGH-DEMAND DATES

increase your holiday joy with a sweet simple ceremony

Holiday and high-demand marriage dates are fun and very popular, so book early! Rates vary. Please call or email for availability.

Holiday/High-Demand Dates
customizable civil ceremony, outdoors/no guests/Westside only
starting at $750

  • For holidays and high-demand dates (e.g. 7/7, Star Wars Day, or solstice/equinox days) non-refundable non-transferable payment in full is required upon booking to confirm your appointment.
  • You must obtain your marriage license before your ceremony and bring it to your appointment along with your IDs. You may bring one legal witness only if required by law. Otherwise, all holiday services will be conducted in accordance with our Safer Elopement protocol.
  • Short-notice appointments or a surly attitude will incur up to a 100%-500% surcharge at our discretion. We tend to prioritize the requests of those who play nicely. Again, holiday and high-demand ceremonies must be paid in full upon booking and all fees are non-refundable/non-transferable.
  • Call or email early for availability and a rate quote--holidays book fast!

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OFFICIANT COACHING

for friends or family members officiating a wedding, new officiants, or professionals who want to boost their skills

Basic New Officiant Coaching Session (90 minutes, online): $150
Basic New Officiant Coaching Session (90 minutes, in-person): $200

Customized Officiant Coaching Program, 4 one-hour sessions, online: $360
Customized Officiant Coaching Program, 4 one-hour sessions, in-person: $500

Custom Coaching (per hour, online): $100
Custom Coaching (per hour, in-person): $150

  • All coaching sessions are live with Elizabeth Oakes, whether online or in-person.
  • Basic coaching session includes: assessment, ceremony review, speech coaching and rehearsal, performance and stress management tips. Also included: FREE 20-minute debriefing appointment after the wedding day to assist with processing and integrating the officiant experience (optional).
  • Custom coaching programs are based on individual needs and goals. Free initial consultation and program proposal will be provided before booking. Possible topics include: ceremony writing, ritual creation, effective speaking techniques, staging, rehearsal strategies, wedding etiquette and comportment, stress management, mindset and motivation, legalities, client interaction and communication, success strategies, and personal development through wedding work.
  • Payment for 90-minute basic session and first four hours of custom coaching must be paid in full upon booking. All payments are nonrefundable/non-transferable.
  • In-person sessions must be distanced and outdoors; travel fees will apply for locations outside the Westside L.A. area.

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    COUPLES COACHING

    improve your relationship and deepen your wedding-planning process

    We offer marriage coaching based on The Gottman Institute's "Successful Marriages" program, and a unique depth-coaching exploration for those who feel lost during the wedding-planning process. Please see our Coaching page for details and rates.


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    CUSTOM RITUALS AND FUNERAL SERVICES

    baby welcomings, godparent installations, self-marriage, seasonal celebrations, and more

    Since the beginnings of human history, people have engaged with their inner selves and the larger world through song, dance, and ritual. We're not much with the song and dance part, but we can craft and conduct custom rituals to meet your spiritual needs, whether your tastes are traditional, modern, or somewhere in between. Please contact us to schedule a consultation.


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    Questions About Payment?

    We currently accept only online electronic payments via PayPal to minimize contact and keep your payment information private. For data security reasons, we do not use mobile payment apps. We no longer accept cash, money orders, or checks of any kind.


    MarriageToGo Gives Back To The Community

    In keeping with our commitment to ethical business practices, we offer alternative pricing to couples dealing with life-challenging illness, hospice, or homelessness. A portion of our income is donated monthly to local boots-on-the-ground non-profits, and we have volunteered our civil wedding officiation services at the L.A. County Clerk's office for over 20 years.


    Other Questions?

    We're happy to answer your questions about our services and safety procedures with no obligation. Please call 310.288.6658 or email us, and hope to be of service to you soon.

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