From a soaring cathedral to a country
garden, choose a ceremony site that is just right for you. While over
75 percent of today's couple choose to get married in a church, any
place that feels sacred to you can be the perfect place for ceremony.
Religious Ceremonies:
There are basically 2 types of
ceremonies: civil and religious. Religious ceremonies incorporate rules
of faith and require a religious officiant. If the officiant is willing to travel
off site, a religious ceremony can be held at any venue that feels
appropriate to you and your fiancé.
Civil Ceremonies:The traditional civil ceremony takes
place in city hall but many take place at any location you love civil ceremonies require a legal
official to marry you: a justice of the peace, judge, magistrate,
county clerk, a captain or a mayor.
Size and Space
- Have a backup plan for wind and rain
- Keep in mind that you will need 8 square feet per guest
Special Considerations
- check with your location in advance if you want to release birds, include your pets in the ceremony or throw flower petals or birdseed
- be sure you have an easy place to park
