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Get Married During the Total Solar Eclipse on April 8th, 2024!

Get Married During the Total Solar Eclipse on April 8th, 2024!

Everything you need to know to plan a celestial wedding ceremony during the total solar eclipse on April 8, 2024, including theme and unity ceremony ideas, how to find an officiant or officiate, group and mass wedding inspiration, and the top cities to witness the totality – with a kiss!

What does the sudden closure of Dapper and Dashing say about wedding trends?

What does the sudden closure of Dapper and Dashing say about wedding trends?

National formalwear network Dapper and Dashing closed suddenly this week, impacting couples, wedding guests, and employees in nearly a dozen states. What does this say about current wedding trends, and how can retailers, vendors, venues, and wedding officiants thrive in the years to come? We have some advice!

Officiants, what would you do if a bride disagrees with the vows during a wedding ceremony?

Officiants, what would you do if a bride disagrees with the vows during a wedding ceremony?

This Atlanta bride went viral on social media for disagreeing with a few traditional wedding vows during the ceremony... especially that promise to 'obey.' See what happened, how the guests and wedding officiant handled it, and our advice for officiants on how to make sure a wedding ceremony script is exactly what a couple wants, before it's too late!

Hawaii Marriage Performer License Fees Increase For All Officiants, Including AMM Ministers

Hawaii Marriage Performer License Fees Increase For All Officiants, Including AMM Ministers

Learn about the fee increase for Marriage Performers in Hawaii, including all ordained religious officiants and judicial officiants. Effective July, 2023, all wedding officiants are required to pay $100 per year for a standard license or $25 per 60 day period for a short-term license to solemnize marriage in Hawaii. Asked to officiate a wedding in Hawaii? Here's what to know! (2023 HI SB1370 / HB1072 / Kouchi)

In New York City, Hundreds of Couples Gather for Mass Wedding Party at Lincoln Center

In New York City, Hundreds of Couples Gather for Mass Wedding Party at Lincoln Center

Hundreds of couples gathered for a mass wedding party in New York City this weekend to renew their marriage vows and celebrate upcoming or recent nuptials. The group wedding event, held at Lincoln Center's David Geffen Hall, was hosted by Murray Hill and featured performances by Julliard's Alumni String Quartet, Jina Brass Band, and others. Learn about this fun annual event, and how to attend the next one!

CLose up photo of bride groom and wedding guests holding glasses of champagne for a toast after the wedding ceremony

Would you officiate a Valentine’s Day group wedding with hundreds of couples?

Attn wedding officiants: Group weddings are an exciting part of Valentine's Day celebrations all around the country, as hundreds of couples gather to say 'We do!' to love and marriage on February 14th. Learn about mass wedding ceremonies happening near you for inspiration, and read our tips on how to officiate your own large ceremony.

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Grocery-themed ALDI wedding gives new meaning to ‘walking down the aisle’

Grocery-themed ALDI wedding gives new meaning to ‘walking down the aisle’

A Michigan couple was married in an ALDI store on Nov. 9th, after winning the grocery chain's 'Happily Ever Aldi' contest. The grocery themed wedding ceremony script included food puns, references to ALDI deli products, and readings from friends and family. Wedding officiants: would you officiate this unusual wedding ceremony?

Wedding Inspiration from TODAY’s Jill Martin & Erik Brooks’ New York Public Library Celebration

Wedding Inspiration from TODAY’s Jill Martin & Erik Brooks’ New York Public Library Celebration

TODAY contributor Jill Martin married financier Erik Brooks during an epic wedding ceremony at the New York Public Library earlier this month, and released photos of the celebration on Instagram this week. See highlights and inspiration from the non-traditional ceremony, including Martin's father Marty serving as wedding officiant after becoming ordained online with AMM.

Submarine weddings are coming! Would you officiate 650 feet underwater?

Submarine weddings are coming! Would you officiate 650 feet underwater?

The Dutch company U-Boat Worx just announced plans to build a 120 person private submarine for wedding ceremonies and receptions. Would you officiate this epic underwater wedding?

Daredevil bride and groom light themselves on fire at wedding ceremony

Daredevil bride and groom light themselves on fire at wedding ceremony

Professional stunt performers Ambyr Bambyr and Gabe Jessop lit themselves on fire during an unforgettable wedding recession. Read about the couple’s fiery wedding exit and how they made the unity ritual possible.

Wedding ceremony on a SEPTA train! Would you perform this wedding?

Wedding ceremony on a SEPTA train! Would you perform this wedding?

A Philadelphia couple got married aboard a moving SEPTA train with the help of a resourceful wedding officiant and 50 happy guests, before celebrating with a brass band for their first dance at Suburban Station. Would you perform this wedding ceremony?

What will Britney Spears & Sam Asghari’s Secret Wedding Look Like?

What will Britney Spears & Sam Asghari’s Secret Wedding Look Like?

We predict what Britney Spears and Sam Asghari secret wedding will look like, including who the pair will ask to officiate their ceremony, and give you tips on how to plan your own secret elopement!

Floral Fantasy Wedding Inspiration from Da Brat & Jesseca "Judy" Dupart

Floral Fantasy Wedding Inspiration from Da Brat & Jesseca "Judy" Dupart

See photos from Da Brat & Jesseca Dupart’s stunning wedding on 2/22/22 at the Horse Mansion in Georgia. The 90s queer rap legend and her partner celebrated with a floral fantasy wedding, celebrity guest list, and decadent reception dinner with live music.

NJ Lighthouse wedding, 228 steps up! (We hope this officiant wore comfy shoes.)

NJ Lighthouse wedding, 228 steps up! (We hope this officiant wore comfy shoes.)

A Valentine's Day wedding and vow renewal event in Atlantic City, NJ, at the Absecon Lighthouse included a 171 foot climb and 228 stairs, reminding us that wedding officiants should always wear comfortable shoes to the ceremony. Especially with unique venues and unexpected terrain like this!

Weed Lounges are coming to the Wedding Capital of the World

Weed Lounges are coming to the Wedding Capital of the World

Now that cannabis consumption lounges are legal in Las Vegas and Nevada, will Sin City become a destination for weed themed weddings, pot receptions, and 420 friendly vow renewals? (AB 341)

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