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Los recién casados ​​posan con sus trajes de boda dentro de la Capilla de las Dunas en Mustang Island, Texas.

Recent Articles

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9 Best Wedding Venues in Orange County, CA, According to a Local Insider

Explore 9 incredible Orange County, CA, wedding venues, matched to your vibe and recommended by a local wedding officiant. Expert officiant Chris Dickens shares his top picks for small weddings, affordable venues, and peak ocean views.

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Will New Limits Be Placed on Utah’s Online Marriage Ceremonies in 2026?

Will new limits be placed on Utah's online marriage ceremonies in 2026, potentially ending most fully-virtual weddings? Learn how upcoming legislation could affect couples in Utah and worldwide. (1stSub SB110 / Sen. Weiler)

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How Will Marriage Laws Change in 2026? Legislation to Watch

2026 marriage legislation: See how marriage laws are changing in your state, including bills on same-sex marriage, child marriage bans, marriage license applications and fees, and wedding officiant laws.

Escena de boda feliz: el oficiante celebra una boda LGBTQ al aire libre con los invitados.

6 cosas que faltan en el sitio web de su proveedor de bodas (y que le cuestan clientes)

Consejos para oficiantes de bodas: corrija estos 6 errores comunes en sitios web para atraer más parejas, mejorar el SEO y hacer crecer su negocio de bodas.

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Virginia Voters Could Repeal Same-Sex Marriage Ban in November 2026

Virginia voters will decide in November 2026 whether to repeal the state’s same-sex marriage ban and add permanent constitutional protections for marriage equality.

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Where to Get Ordained Online for LGBTQ+ Wedding Officiants

Get ordained online to officiate LGBTQ+ weddings. Explore legal, inclusive, and beginner-friendly online ordinations for ministers in any state.

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2D & AI Wedding Glossary: Defining What it Means to Marry Fictional & Custom Characters

Learn simple definitions and concepts of the AI & 2D wedding trend, including the meaning of fictosexual, AI companions, oshi, waifu, and more.

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Proposed Florida “Marriage Fraud” Law: What Immigrants & Wedding Officiants Should Know

Learn about a new "marriage fraud" law being considered in Florida: 2026 FL HB485 / S1316.

Los novios se besan al final de la ceremonia de boda mientras los invitados agitan bengalas.

Los mejores lugares para bodas en Florida Central que se ajustan a su presupuesto, según un experto local

¡Explore los mejores lugares para bodas en Florida Central para todos los presupuestos! Los consejos del videógrafo local Rob Chiola revelan graneros encantadores, elegantes fincas y lugares originales que le encantarán cerca de Orlando, Daytona Beach y la región circundante.

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If You Don't Have Sex After Your Wedding, Are You Married?

Do you have to have sex after the wedding to be married? Take a closer look at the laws and myths behind marriage consummation, and what really makes a wedding legally valid in the US.

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2D Weddings Are Trending: Marry a Fictional Character With Insight From a Japanese Wedding Vendor

Want to marry a fictional character? Called "2D Weddings," marrying an F/O from tv, movies, video games, and other media is trending in Japan, and around the world. We talked to a planner specializing in symbolic 'fictosexual' marriages to learn more!

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The Best Central Florida Wedding Venues for Your Budget, According to a Local Insider

Explore the best wedding venues in Central Florida for every budget! Insider tips from local videographer Rob Chiola reveal charming barns, elegant estates, and offbeat spots you'll love near Orlando, Daytona Beach, and the surrounding region.

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Asked to Officiate a Wedding?

Follow these simple steps to perform marriage for friends and family.

News Articles

Bride and groom relax on couch, asleep after wedding

If You Don't Have Sex After Your Wedding, Are You Married?

Do you have to have sex after the wedding to be married? Take a closer look at the laws and myths behind marriage consummation, and what really makes a wedding legally valid in the US.

Young bride in white wedding dress lays next to a blanket with an image of an anime character

2D Weddings Are Trending: Marry a Fictional Character With Insight From a Japanese Wedding Vendor

Want to marry a fictional character? Called "2D Weddings," marrying an F/O from tv, movies, video games, and other media is trending in Japan, and around the world. We talked to a planner specializing in symbolic 'fictosexual' marriages to learn more!

bride and groom kiss at end of wedding ceremony while guests wave sparklers

The Best Central Florida Wedding Venues for Your Budget, According to a Local Insider

Explore the best wedding venues in Central Florida for every budget! Insider tips from local videographer Rob Chiola reveal charming barns, elegant estates, and offbeat spots you'll love near Orlando, Daytona Beach, and the surrounding region.

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Ceremony Planning Articles

Wedding Officiant Chris Dickens poses with newlyweds outdoors, smiling at camera

9 Best Wedding Venues in Orange County, CA, According to a Local Insider

Explore 9 incredible Orange County, CA, wedding venues, matched to your vibe and recommended by a local wedding officiant. Expert officiant Chris Dickens shares his top picks for small weddings, affordable venues, and peak ocean views.

Primer plano de dos personas tomadas de la mano.

¿Qué edad hay que tener para casarse en cada estado?

Descubre la edad legal para casarse en cada estado y territorio, con enlaces a las leyes matrimoniales sobre el matrimonio infantil, que incluyen requisitos como el consentimiento paterno, la aprobación judicial y más. ¿Qué edad debe tener para casarse en su estado? Siga leyendo.

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2026 Wedding Dates to Make Your PTO Go Farther With a 4-Day Weekend!

Plan a fun-filled long-weekend wedding & get the most out of your PTO with these 2026 wedding dates! A strategic date makes it easier for your guests to attend, cuts down on costs, and keeps the celebration going longer for everyone.

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Religion and Rituals Articles

A young woman in a tiara and formal dress dances with a friend during her quinceanera reception

Sweet Non-Denominational Quinceañera Ceremony Script (for Officiants & Celebrants)

Use this non-denominational quinceanera ceremony outline and script to create a personal, meaningful 15th birthday celebration. Suggestions on what to say for the officiant or celebrant, modifications for slightly religious or non-religious ceremonies, and a quince toast example.

Two brides exchange rings while a rabbi reads a blessing from the ceremony script during a happy outdoor Jewish wedding

5 Jewish Wedding Traditions & What to Expect, for Couples, Officiants, & Guests

Learn about 5 Jewish wedding traditions that are commonly included in traditional, modern, and interfaith Jewish weddings – from ketubah signing, to the meaning of the chuppah, the excitement of the tisch and bedeken veiling ceremony, the Seven Blessings, and breaking the glass. With scripts and how-to information for couples and wedding officiants who are asked to officiate. Mazel Tov!

A woman holds a bouquet of sunflowers up to the camera, in the background she kisses a man

Kissing Cousins - The Popularity & Controversy of Cousin Marriage

A quick intro to marriage customs between cousins. Curious if you can marry your first or second cousin, how common this practice is in the US or around the world, or why some see it as controversial while others don’t? This short article looks at the history, culture, practice, and prevalence of cousin marriage – also known as consanguineous marriage.

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Community Articles

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Learn How to Officiate Multicultural & Interfaith Weddings with This Online Class

Learn to officiate interfaith & multicultural weddings with AMM’s expert-led online course. Gain confidence as a wedding officiant and wedding traditions from around the world!

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2025 Officiant Accelerator Schedule: Wedding Officiants Training in Your City!

2025 AMM Officiant Accelerator Tour: Wedding officiant training & networking seminars in NV, GA, WA, IL, and FL. Take your officiant business to the next level and make lasting connections.

Photo shows wedding officiant Lauren Hill holding a wedding script on the stoop of a NYC brownstone. In front of her are Barry Bordelon and Jordan Slocum, holding hands.

Meet the Officiant Who Married the Brownstone Boys in a Brooklyn Block Party Wedding

Celebrant Lauren Hill officiated the Brownstone Boys’ wedding on the stoop of their Brooklyn, New York City home. Read the interview, plus photos from the day!

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