Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you wanted to know about Eloping in Southern California
How do you Elope in Southern California?
Eloping is a fast, easy, and affordable way to get married, perfect for couples looking for a stress-free wedding experience. Whether you want an intimate ceremony with just the two of you or a celebration with up to 25 friends and family, elopements offer flexibility and simplicity.
Steps to Get Married in Southern California
1. Obtain a Marriage License
The marriage license is your permission to get married. You can get it at the County Clerk’s office, often involving long lines, or you can have it issued instantly anywhere in Southern California through our service. For more details and requirements, visit Our Marriage License page.
2. Choose a Wedding Ceremony Location
In Southern California, you can elope almost anywhere. Choose from Beautiful Beaches, our Cute Little Wedding Chapel or Anywhere like your home, a scenic park, or any cool spot you can find. The possibilities are endless, allowing you to create a unique and memorable wedding day. An elopement ceremony can be as simple as saying “I Do” or a custom-designed celebration of your love story. You will work with your chosen officiant to design the ceremony to your liking.
3. After Ceremony
After the ceremony, the documents are turned into the County Clerk’s Office to be recorded. If you requested copies, the County Clerk, will mail the certificates to you.
That’s it! It is SO simple. When you book with us we handle everything to make your elopement in Southern California a seamless and joyous experience.
Start by filling out our Availability form t then once you are ready place the $200 Retainer to book your event oday for a stress-free, unforgettable elopement in the beautiful settings of Southern California.
Some cool tips you should know
01.
Do we need permits to get married on the beach?
YES, NO & MAYBE
Many of the beaches in Southern California are open to small groups of 25 or less to have your ceremony.
Its so east you simply decide on a location, Laguna Beach is the exception. They do require permits...But if you want to do it there we can get the required permits,
To get started a beach location from our Beach Elopement page, fill out the Availability Request form. Once we chat and decide on a date, time and Officiant then Make the $150 Retainer, Fill out the Marriage License Application. and we are off to elopement land.
02.
How Many People will fit in your Wedding Chapel or Wedding Terrace?
Our Cute Little Wedding Chapel can accommodate up to 30 guests or just the 2 of you.. It is by far the easiest way to get married. When you come in. We issue you the Marriage License instantly (or bring your own from the County Clerks office) then we take you into the Wedding Chapel or Terrace and perform your ceremony. It takes 30 minutes or less. We can even do photos for you with our staff photographer or snap some on your smart phone.
03.
Do you provide Flowers, Video or Photos on Location.
After you book your Elopement we will send you a confirmation email. in that email we will list some amazing affordable vendors to contact. Each has their own style. Choose the ones that you like.
04.
Are Pets welcome?
We do allow your well behaved furry friends at our Cute Little Wedding Chapel. The Beach is another story. There are a few Dog Friendly Beaches in So Cal but most don't allow it.
05.
Do we need witnesses?
YES and NO If you have a confidential Marriage License (the ones we issue to you) you don't need a witness. If you have a Public Marriage License that you got from the County then 1 or 2 Witnesses are required to sign it
06.
Do we need blood tests?.
NO! That was a requirement 25 years ago. However if you are a zombie we cannot marry you......Yet
07.
What are your hours?
We do weddings 24 hours a day, 7 Days a Week, 365 Days a year. If you want to get Married We are here for you.