Wedding Officiant in Tampa Bay

Say “I do” your way. I officiate warm, personalized ceremonies for couples across Tampa Bay — from intimate elopements to full wedding-day ceremonies.

Appointments by request. Same-day and urgent appointments available when scheduling permits.

Ceremony styles

• Traditional
• Christian
• Bilingual ceremonies, English and Spanish
• Elopements and courthouse-style ceremonies
• Vow renewals

What’s included

• A consultation to discuss your story and preferences
• A custom-written ceremony script, reviewed together before the big day
• Rehearsal availability, optional and for an additional fee
• Guidance on Florida marriage license requirements
• Day-of ceremony delivery, including signing and filing the marriage license

How booking works

1. Schedule a consultation call to share your story and vision.
2. Receive and review a custom ceremony script draft.
3. On the wedding day, I deliver the ceremony and handle the marriage license paperwork.

Florida marriage license basics

• Both parties must obtain a Florida marriage license before the ceremony.
• A three-day waiting period applies unless both parties complete a state-approved premarital course. The waiting period is also waived for out-of-state residents.
• The license is valid for 60 days from the date of issuance.

This is general guidance, not legal advice — always confirm current requirements with your county clerk’s office before your ceremony date.

Wedding officiant FAQs

Are you ordained or licensed to perform marriages in Florida?

Yes. Florida is one of only three states that authorizes notaries public to solemnize marriage as part of their standard commission (F.S. § 741.07). No separate ordination is required. The ceremony must take place in Florida with a valid Florida-issued marriage license.

Do you perform bilingual ceremonies?

Yes. Ceremonies can be delivered in English, Spanish, or a blend of both.

Can you officiate an elopement or courthouse-style wedding?

Absolutely. I can officiate anywhere from a courthouse-style micro-ceremony to a full wedding-day event.

Do we need to bring our own marriage license?

Yes. Couples are responsible for obtaining the Florida marriage license in advance. I’ll guide you on the process and handle the paperwork on the day of the ceremony.

How far do you travel for weddings?

I officiate throughout Tampa Bay. For venues outside the standard service area, reach out for availability and any additional travel fee.

Service area

I officiate throughout the greater Tampa Bay area, including Carrollwood, Westchase, Northdale, Lutz, Land O'Lakes, Wesley Chapel, Citrus Park, Davis Islands, and the surrounding area. Don’t see your venue listed? Reach out — I likely still cover it.

What I cannot do

I cannot issue your marriage license, waive the waiting period, or advise you on your legal status — those are questions for the county clerk. I also cannot draft legal documents or explain their effect, which would be practising law without a licence.

Ready to book your ceremony?

Text is preferred, or call and book directly online.