{"id":5264,"name":"Corpus Christi","state_id":55,"county_id":2828,"created_at":"2019-08-20T10:33:15.830-07:00","updated_at":"2026-08-12T08:57:33.406-07:00","meta_description":"learn how to legally perform weddings and plan ceremonies in Corpus Christi","head_tag":"A Corpus Christie Wedding guide for Texas Wedding Ministers and Couples","tagline":"A Wedding by the Sea","intro_section":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGetting married in Corpus Christi,\u003c/strong\u003e or asked to \u003cstrong\u003eofficiate a wedding\u003c/strong\u003e in this gorgeous\u0026nbsp;Gulf Coast city? How exciting! With an\u0026nbsp;ideal mix of pristine beaches, ocean views, five-star dining, and genuine hospitality, this \u0026quot;Sparkling City by the Sea\u0026quot;\u0026nbsp;is one of the most popular spots for destination weddings in Texas.\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eFirst, we\u0026#39;ll show you \u003cstrong\u003ehow to become a wedding officiant in Texas,\u003c/strong\u003e including tips on writing a wedding ceremony script and signing the marriage license correctly.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nThen, we turn our attention to couples \u003cstrong\u003eplanning a Corpus Christi wedding\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u0026ndash; with advice on getting a marriage license in Texas, tips on local transportation and weather, and a\u0026nbsp;few\u0026nbsp;popular wedding venues nearby to help you plan the perfect day.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nReady to get started? Let\u0026rsquo;s get the legal and logistical parts out of the way first.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Downtown Corpus Christi, sunny day with tall glass buildings and blue skies\" src=\"https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/amm-prod/app/public/ckeditor_assets/pictures/5777/content_corpus-christi-wedding-officiant.jpg?1786547950\" /\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e(Photo:\u0026nbsp;Bradley Campion / Unsplash)\u003c/em\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e(Quick note:\u0026nbsp;Although parts of the City of Corpus Christi extend into four separate counties (Aransas, San Patricio, Kleberg, and Nueces counties), we\u0026#39;ll keep our discussion to the city\u0026#39;s primary county, Nueces County. The marriage process is very similar in all neighboring counties, and your AMM ordination and marriage license are valid throughout\u0026nbsp;Texas.)\u003c/p\u003e\r\n","officiant_section":"\u003ch3\u003eStep 1: Get Ordained with the American Marriage Ministries\u003cstrong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eFor many people, the easiest and most affordable way to become a wedding officiant in Texas is to get ordained online through a reputable church like\u0026nbsp;\u003cstrong\u003eAmerican Marriage Ministries (AMM).\u0026nbsp;\u003c/strong\u003eOnce you\u0026rsquo;ve been ordained with AMM, you meet the legal requirements for performing weddings in Texas.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eJust click the link below to get started \u0026ndash; it only takes a minute or two.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://theamm.org/weddings-by-state/texas/get-ordained\"\u003eGET ORDAINED WITH AMM\u003c/a\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\u003c/ul\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3\u003eWho can officiate a wedding in Texas?\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nAccording to Texas marriage laws, the following people may officiate weddings and sign the marriage license, (1) a licensed or ordained Christian minister or priest; (2) a Jewish rabbi; (3) a person who is an officer of a religious organization and who is authorized by the organization to conduct a marriage ceremony; and (4) Judges\u0026hellip; (\u003ca href=\"https://theamm.org/marriage-laws/texas/88\"\u003eTexas Family Code \u0026sect;2.202\u003c/a\u003e)\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nUnder this law, ministers ordained online with American Marriage Ministries have the legal authority to perform weddings anywhere in the State of Texas \u0026ndash; including Georgetown and surrounding areas.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eNo additional registration or confirmation is needed, however\u0026nbsp;\u003c/strong\u003ewe do recommend that all ministers order official copies of their ordination certificate and ministry credentials. These documents can be useful to have in case government officials, wedding couples, and other wedding professionals ask to see them.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://theamm.org/store#credentials\"\u003eORDER YOUR TEXAS MINISTER ORDINATION PACKAGE\u003c/a\u003e\u0026nbsp;(0 UN\u0026nbsp;\u003ca href=\"https://theamm.org/store/products/minister-ordination-package-en-espanol\"\u003eAMM\u0026nbsp;PAQUETE DE ORDENACION MINISTERIAL, EN ESPA\u0026Ntilde;OL\u003c/a\u003e)\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\u003c/ul\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3\u003eStep 2: Prepare for the Ceremony in Nueces County\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eThis\u0026nbsp;next step is a lot of fun: writing the wedding script and preparing for the ceremony! If it\u0026#39;s your first time officiating a wedding, you might be feeling a little overwhelmed. Luckily, AMM has a trove of resources for you to explore! Use AMM\u0026rsquo;s\u0026nbsp;\u003ca href=\"https://theamm.org/officiant-training\"\u003ewedding officiant training pages\u003c/a\u003e\u0026nbsp;to get started. Then, dive into these awesome resources for first-time wedding officiants:\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003eThe Ultimate Guide for First-Time Wedding Officiants: All Our Best Resources in One Place!\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://theamm.org/officiant-training\"\u003eWedding Officiant Training\u003c/a\u003e\u0026nbsp;(Free training guides)\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://theamm.org/blog\"\u003eAMM\u0026#39;s American Weddings Blog\u0026nbsp;\u003c/a\u003e(thousands of helpful articles,\u0026nbsp;incluidos\u0026nbsp;\u003ca href=\"https://theamm.org/articles/tags/espanol#begin\"\u003emuchos art\u0026iacute;culos en espa\u0026ntilde;ol\u003c/a\u003e)\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://theamm.org/articles/2848-the-ultimate-guide-to-wedding-unity-ceremony-ideas-all-in-one-resource\"\u003eThe Ultimate Guide to Wedding Unity Ceremony Ideas: All-In-One Resource\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://theamm.org/store/products/asked-to-officiate\"\u003eAsked To Officiate: Your Complete Guide to a Perfect Ceremony\u0026nbsp;\u003c/a\u003e(wedding officiant guide book)\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://theamm.org/store/products/the-book-of-wedding-vows-and-ceremonies\"\u003eThe Book of Wedding Vows and Ceremonies\u0026nbsp;\u003c/a\u003e(printed collection of ceremony scripts)\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://theamm.org/store/products/amm-manual-de-ministro\"\u003eAMM Manual de ministro (espa\u0026ntilde;ol)\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\u003c/ul\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nAside from reading up on what to do and how to do it,\u0026nbsp;\u003cstrong\u003ewe also recommend getting an early start\u003c/strong\u003e. Officiating a wedding is a public performance, and that means you want to look and sound prepared when you get up there. Here\u0026rsquo;s a helpful timeline to follow to make sure you\u0026rsquo;re ready with plenty of time to spare:\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://theamm.org/articles/208-the-officiant-timeline\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;The Officiant Timeline\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://theamm.org/articles/2888-cronograma-para-oficiantes-de-boda\"\u003eCronograma para oficiantes de boda\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\u003c/ul\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3\u003eStep 3: Officiate the Wedding and Complete the Marriage License\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAs the wedding officiant, it\u0026#39;s important to verify that the marriage license is valid before the wedding ceremony starts.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/strong\u003eFirst, confirm the couple\u0026rsquo;s identities: make sure the names on their IDs match the names on the license. Then,\u0026nbsp;make sure that Texas\u0026#39;s mandatory\u0026nbsp;three\u0026nbsp;\u003ca href=\"https://theamm.org/officiant-training/marriage-license-waiting-period-expiration-and-return\"\u003e(3) day marriage \u0026ldquo;waiting period\u003c/a\u003e.\u0026quot; This waiting period may be waived if the couple completes an approved\u0026nbsp;\u003ca href=\"https://twogetherintexas.com/UI/Faq.aspx\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTwogether in Texas\u003c/a\u003e\u0026nbsp;premarital education class, however.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eIf the paperwork looks good, you\u0026#39;re free to perform a beautiful, meaningful wedding, elopement, or license-signing ceremony!\u0026nbsp;Take your time, don\u0026rsquo;t rush, and keep your attention on the couple. Don\u0026rsquo;t forget to guide them through the\u003ca href=\"https://theamm.org/officiant-training/ceremony-parts/the-declaration-of-intent\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;declaration of intent\u003c/a\u003e, and pronounce them married. \u0026nbsp;You will do a wonderful job!\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eGet to the wedding venue well rested and ready to rock, and give yourself enough time to make any last-minute adjustments. By this point, hopefully, you\u0026rsquo;ve gone over the ceremony so many times you can perform it in your sleep, so just take a deep breath, step forward, and kick some ass!\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat to do with marriage license after a wedding in Texas\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eAfter the wedding ceremony, you must complete and sign the officiant\u0026rsquo;s portion of the marriage license. Then, return it to the same\u0026nbsp;clerk\u0026rsquo;s office that issued it \u003cstrong\u003ewithin 30 days of the wedding ceremony. It is the officiant\u0026#39;s responsibility to return the marriage license in Texas. \u003c/strong\u003e(TFC\u003ca href=\"https://theamm.org/marriage-laws/texas/92\"\u003e \u0026sect; 2.206\u003c/a\u003e)\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nWe have two great resources to help you with this responsibility, which are linked below. However, we strongly recommend contacting the local clerk\u0026rsquo;s office with specific questions \u0026ndash; clerks are generally friendly folks and will be happy to answer any questions you have for your unique circumstance.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003eGeneral Advice: \u003ca href=\"https://theamm.org/officiant-training/how-to-fill-out-a-marriage-license\"\u003eWedding Officiant Guidelines for Completing Marriage Licenses.\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003eState-Specific Advice: \u003ca href=\"https://theamm.org/articles/2761-how-to-fill-out-a-texas-marriage-license-with-examples-faqs\"\u003eHow to Fill out a Texas Marriage License with Examples \u0026amp; FAQs\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\u003c/ul\u003e\r\n","couple_section":"\u003ch2\u003eHow to Get Married in Corpus Christi, Texas\u003c/h2\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3\u003eStep 1: Apply\u0026nbsp;for a Marriage License in Corpus Christi (Nueces County Clerk\u0026rsquo;s Office)\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNow let\u0026#39;s turn our attention to the couple getting married in Corpus Christi, TX! \u003c/strong\u003eAll couples need a marriage license to get married in Texas. Marriage licenses are issued by the County Clerk Office, and you can apply for a marriage license anywhere in the state (to use anywhere in the state).\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough small parts of the City of Corpus Christi extend into four\u0026nbsp;separate counties (Aransas,\u0026nbsp;San Patricio, Kleberg, and Nueces counties), we\u0026#39;ll keep our discussion to the primary county, Nueces County. The process will be very similar anywhere you choose to apply.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStart the Texas Marriage License Application online:\u0026nbsp;\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eYou can get a headstart by completing the \u003ca href=\"https://nuecestx.eforms.kofile.com/48355/mlformal/\"\u003eTexas marriage license application online\u003c/a\u003e,\u0026nbsp;to save you some time at your appointment with the clerk. Just make sure to visit the office in person quickly, as your information isn\u0026#39;t stored indefinitely online and you might have to start again if you delay.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3\u003eMarriage License Requirements (per \u003ca href=\"https://www.nuecesco.com/county-services/county-clerk/filing-department/marriage-license\"\u003eNueces County Clerk\u003c/a\u003e):\u0026nbsp;\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCOST (FEES)\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/h4\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003eTexas residents without Twogether in Texas certificate: $76.00 cash\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003eTexas residents with Twogether in Texas certificate: $16.00 cash\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003eNon-resident (neither applicant is a Texas resident): An additional\u0026nbsp;$100.00 cash fee\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\t\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\u003c/ul\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eID REQUIREMENTS FOR TX MARRIAGE LICENSE\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/h4\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e(No photo copies of anything will be accepted, especially for ID; bring your originals!)\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003eA Valid, current driver license or photo ID, issued by Texas, another State, or the United States (passport, etc.)\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003eOr a valid, current foreign government passport\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003eYour Social Security card (or know your SSN)\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\u003c/ul\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Happy engaged couple kissing outside on a sunny day, palm trees in background\" src=\"https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/amm-prod/app/public/ckeditor_assets/pictures/5778/content_nueces-county-marriage-license-corpus-christi-beach-wedding-texas.jpg?1786548326\" /\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e(FG Trade Latin / iStock)\u003c/em\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3\u003eStep 2: Have Your\u0026nbsp;Wedding in Corpus Christi, Texas!\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eIn general, you must wait at least 72 hours, but no more than 90 days, to have your wedding ceremony after the clerk\u0026#39;s issues your marriage license. This timeframe is determined by the state\u0026rsquo;s marriage license \u0026ldquo;waiting period\u0026rdquo; (3 days) and \u0026ldquo;expiration date\u0026quot; (90 days).\u0026nbsp;\u003cstrong\u003eHowever, couples who complete a\u0026nbsp;\u003ca href=\"https://twogetherintexas.com/UI/index.aspx\"\u003eTwogether in Texas\u003c/a\u003e premarital education class can skip the waiting period!\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you\u0026rsquo;re planning a full-size wedding, an intimate elopement on the beach, or a simple \u003ca href=\"https://theamm.org/articles/1229-how-to-officiate-a-sign-go-marriage-ceremony\"\u003e\u0026ldquo;make it legal\u0026rdquo; signing ceremony\u003c/a\u003e, AMM has lots of resources to inspire you. Browse our wedding ceremony scripts, unity ceremony ideas, planning checklists, timelines, and more, linked below.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003ePropose to Your Wedding Officiant: \u003ca href=\"https://theamm.org/store/products/will-you-marry-us-gift-package\"\u003e\u0026ldquo;Will You Marry Us?\u0026rdquo; Gift Box \u0026amp; Minister Ordination Package\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://theamm.org/articles/1508-a-simple-wedding-planning-checklist-timeline-for-busy-couples\"\u003eA Simple Wedding Planning Checklist \u0026amp; Timeline for Busy Couples\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://theamm.org/articles/254-how-to-choose-an-officiant-why-a-friend-might-be-best\"\u003eHow to Choose an Officiant \u0026amp; Why a Friend Might Be Best\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-89beab4b-7fff-ef86-5d8f-fb3b67d9d272\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://theamm.org/blog\"\u003eAMM\u0026#39;s American Weddings Blog \u003c/a\u003e(thousands of articles on officiating, wedding planning, and more \u0026ndash; muchos art\u0026iacute;culos tambi\u0026eacute;n est\u0026aacute;n disponibles \u003ca href=\"https://theamm.org/articles/tags/spanish#begin\"\u003een espa\u0026ntilde;ol\u003c/a\u003e.)\u003c/b\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\t\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-89beab4b-7fff-ef86-5d8f-fb3b67d9d272\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://theamm.org/articles/2848-the-ultimate-guide-to-wedding-unity-ceremony-ideas-all-in-one-resource\"\u003eThe Ultimate Guide to Wedding Unity Ceremony Ideas: All-In-One Resource\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/b\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\t\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-89beab4b-7fff-ef86-5d8f-fb3b67d9d272\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://theamm.org/articles/2131-the-ultimate-wedding-emergency-kit-checklist-45-essential-items\"\u003eThe Ultimate Wedding Emergency Kit Checklist: 45 Essential Items\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/b\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\t\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\u003c/ul\u003e\r\n","wedding_tips":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWedding Planning\u0026nbsp;Basics\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eCorpus Christi is a well-loved military city, which\u0026nbsp;means lots of short-notice weddings before folks deploy. While many local wedding venues may be flexible , it\u0026#39;s a good idea to check the city\u0026#39;s events calander before choosing a wedding date. Large events, like Buc Days (April), the Mayor\u0026rsquo;s Big Bang Celebration (July), Texas Jazz Festival (October), and holiday weekends, draw large crowds. This can make it challenging to book certain wedding vendors, or to find affordable\u0026nbsp;lodging\u0026nbsp;for out of town guests.\u0026nbsp;The city publishes an events calander here --\u0026nbsp;\u003ca href=\"https://www.visitcorpuschristi.com/events/?gclid=Cj0KCQjwoKzsBRC5ARIsAITcwXG_6sPuX6xc8NoF5barkZa4uzXQcKQjm3tx3ziGh063TEbk65IELl8aAkp9EALw_wcB\"\u003eVisit Corpus Christi Events Calandar\u003c/a\u003e\u0026nbsp;--\u0026nbsp;and you can subscribe for event updates too.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCorpus Christ Wedding Venues\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eBecause this coastal city is one of the most popular places to get married in Texas, you\u0026#39;ll find a large variety of wedding venues to choose from. Whether you\u0026#39;re dreaming of a small beach wedding at one of Corpus Christi\u0026#39;s public parks, or an elegant full-size celebration in a mansion, you\u0026#39;ll find just what you\u0026#39;re looking for here!\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eConsider the\u0026nbsp;\u003ca href=\"http://corpuschristimansionroyal.com/\"\u003eMansion Royal \u003c/a\u003efor an epic wedding that feels like a fairytale,\u0026nbsp;or\u0026nbsp;\u003ca href=\"https://www.thecourtyardatgaslight.com/\"\u003eThe Courtyard Gaslight\u003c/a\u003e for a waterfront wedding experience that\u0026#39;s a favorite for locals. If you\u0026#39;re ready to start exploring, check out this\u0026nbsp;great resource, written with the help of a professional Corpus Christi wedding officiant:\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://theamm.org/articles/2691-the-best-wedding-venues-near-corpus-christi-officiant-renee-reyes-top-5-picks\"\u003eThe Best Wedding Venues Near Corpus Christi\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\u003c/ul\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003eLearn More:\u0026nbsp;\u003ca href=\"https://theamm.org/articles/2343-how-to-plan-a-beach-wedding-for-any-time-of-year#begin\"\u003eHow to Plan a Beach Wedding for Any Time of Year\u003c/a\u003e, o en espa\u0026ntilde;ol,\u0026nbsp;\u003ca href=\"https://theamm.org/articles/2362-como-planear-una-boda-en-la-playa-en-cualquier-epoca-del-ano\"\u003eC\u0026oacute;mo planear una boda en la playa en cualquier \u0026eacute;poca del a\u0026ntilde;o\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\u003c/ul\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://theamm.org/articles/2887-how-to-choose-a-wedding-venue-that-welcomes-supports-you\"\u003eHow to Choose a Wedding Venue That Welcomes \u0026amp; Supports You\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\u003c/ul\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003c/ul\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWedding Weather in Corpus Christi, TX\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eThis coastal city, perched on the Gulf of Mexico, is well-known for its\u0026nbsp;humid subtropical climate. The area can experience\u0026nbsp;dramatic seasonal variations in weather, with\u0026nbsp;predictably hot, humid summers and short, mild winters. Given its location on the coast, you\u0026#39;ll want to pay careful attention to the weather when planning outdoor events.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest Month\u0026nbsp;to Get Married in Corpus Christi?\u0026nbsp;\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/h4\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eWhile every month is a great month for love -- consider an October or November fall wedding date, or an April spring date for your\u0026nbsp;romantic \u003cstrong\u003eCorpus Christ beach wedding \u003c/strong\u003eor elopement . Fall is beautiful here, with low humidity, sunny skies, and mild temperatures (averaging 76\u0026deg;F to 84\u0026deg;F daytime temps). Early spring is also a great choice, with less rainfall than the stormier summer months. If you marry in the rainy, humid months of June through September, we recommend booking an indoor space for you and your guests to enjoy.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003eRelated:\u0026nbsp;\u003ca href=\"https://theamm.org/articles/710-summer-survival-10-items-to-add-to-your-officiant-wedding-emergency-kit-this-sea\"\u003eSummer Survival: 10 Items to Add to Your Officiant Wedding Emergency Kit This Season\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\u003c/ul\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n","faq":"\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I have to pay for a marriage license?\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/h4\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eYes, everyone has to pay to obtain a marriage license in the state of Texas. The fee is $77.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I have to wait to get married?\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/h4\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eYou must obtain the license at least 72 hours prior to the wedding or more, and be married within 90 days of getting the license. Active duty military are exempt from this waiting period.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo we both need to show up to the office?\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/h4\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eYes, you both spouses need to show up in person, or have a notary-signed affidavit from the other person giving you permission to file the license without them present.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat are the rules for getting married if I am divorced?\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/h4\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eTexas has a 30 day waiting period after the divorce is final before they can marry another person.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n","content_live":true,"marriage_licensing_info":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIssuance Office:\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNueces County Clerk Office\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n(Located inside the Nueces County Courthouse)\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n901 Leopard Street\u0026nbsp;#201\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eCorpus Christi, Texas\u0026nbsp;78401\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eFee: \u003c/strong\u003e$16-$177\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eWaiting Period:\u003c/strong\u003e 72 hours (waivers available)\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eExpiration:\u003c/strong\u003e 90 Days\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eReturn:\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;By Officiant within 30 Days of the Wedding\u003c/p\u003e\r\n","meta_description_esp":null,"head_tag_esp":null,"tagline_esp":null,"intro_section_esp":"","officiant_section_esp":"","couple_section_esp":"","wedding_tips_esp":"","faq_esp":"","content_live_esp":false,"marriage_licensing_info_esp":""}