Top 10 Best Wedding Officiants

We list experienced wedding officiants who specialize in creating personalized ceremonies. They are chosen for their ability to craft meaningful, unique experiences for couples.

Dean Merrill Weddings

Moorpark Avenue, Los Angeles, California
4.9 (113 reviews)
  • Apostille or authentication
  • Notarial acknowledgement
  • Wedding Photography
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“My creative and professional approach to performing weddings comes from a unique blending of talents I utilize in every ceremony in which I officia More Detail

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Oficiante de Bodas San Diego

South Melrose Drive, San Diego, California
5.0 (9 reviews)
  • Oficiante de Bodas
  • Discursos Personalizados
  • Officiants
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Ninguna boda es igual y cada matrimonio es único. Sin embargo, todas las bodas tienen un hilo conductor: el amor More Detail

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1 Hour Marriage SD

Prospect St, San Diego, California
4.9 (67 reviews)
  • Officiants

We will issue you a confidential marriage license AND perform the ceremony within 1 hour. 1HourMarriage has 3 officiants serving the Bay Area. Call fo More Detail

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Affordable Weddings by Bill

Jacqueline Way, San Diego, California
5.0 (6 reviews)
  • Officiants
  • Wedding planning

I create beautiful weddings for couples in northeastern Illinois and southeastern Wisconsin. I will get to know you and work with you to create the cu More Detail

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Marriage Same Day

Haynes Street, Los Angeles, California
4.9 (39 reviews)
  • Mobile Notary & Apostille Service
  • Notarized Translation English Hebrew
  • Power of Attorney
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My name is Lilah Turgeman, and I am a Notary Public. I am Licensed to help people get married. For your wedding, I can do all the paperwork, saving More Detail

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Elope San Diego

, San Diego, California
4.9 (28 reviews)
  • Wedding planning
  • Officiants

Elopement services in San Diego, La Jolla, Sunset Cliffs, Mission Bay and Coronado. More Detail

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My SF Wedding

Dove Place, San Francisco, California
4.9 (54 reviews)
  • Wedding planning
  • Affordable & Effortless
  • Intimate Wedding Photography

All Inclusive Intimate Wedding Packages More Detail

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Hernandez Weddings Wedding Officiant

Highland Place, Los Angeles, California
4.9 (87 reviews)
  • Bilingual (Spanish)
  • Wedding planning
  • Traditional Ceremonies
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In 2007, I was asked by a good friend to officiate his wedding and ever since then I fell in love with being part of someone’s special day. I’ve b More Detail

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A Very Special Marriage

Burbank Boulevard, Los Angeles, California
4.8 (19 reviews)
  • Apostille or authentication
  • Notarial acknowledgement
  • Wedding Officiant
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Non-Denominational, Interfaith & Jewish Wedding Ceremonies. Confidential Marriage Licenses and Notary Public More Detail

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Married by Maricela

West Alameda Avenue, Los Angeles, California
4.8 (30 reviews)
  • Relationship coaching
  • Weddings
  • Professional Legal Services
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I am a wedding Officiant & Notary Public in the San Fernando Valley. I specialize in designing cerem More Detail

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Frequently Asked Questions

The right wedding officiant should align with your vision, whether you prefer a religious, secular, or personalized ceremony. It’s important to check their experience, reviews, and ability to create unique vows for each couple. Additionally, make sure they are legally authorized to perform marriages in your state to avoid any legal complications.

Yes! Many officiants help couples in writing and editing meaningful vows for their big day.  They can provide structure, templates, or even fully customized scripts to ensure your vows feel authentic and personal. Working with an officiant can help ease any stress about public speaking and ensure your ceremony proceeds smoothly.

It’s best to book an officiant at least three to six months in advance, especially if your wedding falls during peak season. Popular officiants may have limited availability, so booking early gives you more options. If you are planning a last-minute wedding, some officiants may still be available, but your choices could be limited.