The Best Wedding Ceremony Officiants in East Hartford, CT

The Best Wedding Ceremony Officiants in East Hartford, CT

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41 Wedding Officiants in East Hartford, CT

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Love, Honor, and Cherish Weddings 
Rating: 5.0 (25 reviews)
  • Offers 8 ceremony types
  • Starts at $350
  • Serves East Hartford, CT

Why settle for the same clichéd, predictable service everyone else uses? You're unique, and your wedding should be, too. I'll work with you to design the perfect ceremony to match your own individual style and personality.

Awarded Best of Zola
“We had such a wonderful experience with David as our wedding officiant and are so happy we chose him to be part of our day! From the very beginning, he was incredibly kind, easygoing, and so easy to work with. He made the process of creating our ceremony script feel completely effortless. He guided us through everything, listened to what we wanted, and helped us put together a ceremony that felt personal and true to us without the process ever feeling overwhelming. On our wedding day, David had such a warm and natural presence. He made us feel completely comfortable standing up there, and he delivered our ceremony beautifully. It felt heartfelt and meaningful while still feeling relaxed and very “us,” which was exactly what we wanted. Beyond being a wonderful officiant, David is simply a genuinely kind and enjoyable person to be around. We would absolutely recommend him to any couple looking for an officiant who is warm, professional, personable, and makes the entire process easy from beginning to end. Thank you, David, for being such a special part of our wedding day!”
Kelly L., 2 months ago
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Sarah Sullivan Weddings 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
  • Offers 9 ceremony types
  • Starts at $200
  • Serves East Hartford, CT

I am a full time wedding officiant who creates personalized ceremonies for all loving couples in Connecticut and in other states. I get to know my couples to tell their story and make their ceremony perfect!

“We were incredibly fortunate to have Sarah Sullivan as our wedding officiant for our June 2024 wedding at La Bella Vista. Her warmth, professionalism, and attention to detail made our ceremony a truly memorable experience that we will cherish forever. From our first meeting, Sarah took the time to get to know us as a couple, understanding our love story and what mattered most to us. She skillfully incorporated our personal anecdotes and unique elements into the ceremony, making it feel truly our own. Her ability to capture the essence of our relationship was remarkable. Throughout the planning process, Sarah was organized, responsive, and accommodating. She provided us with guidance and support ensuring that every detail of the ceremony was planned to perfection. On the wedding day, she arrived early to ensure everything was in place and coordinated seamlessly with the other vendors. Having Sarah as our officiant was of the best decisions we made for our wedding. We will forever be grateful for her exceptional work and dedication to making our day perfect. Thank you, Sarah! We will always remember our special day and the beautiful ceremony you crafted for us!”
Christine R., 9 months ago
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SoulTied Ceremonies 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
  • Offers 8 ceremony types
  • Starts at $200
  • Serves East Hartford, CT
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As an inter-faith ordained minister, I bring a deep sense of spiritual guidance and compassion. I am blessed to be able to connect with people from all walks of life on a profound level, offer support during life's significant moments, and provide meaningful ceremonies. My commitment to upholding ethical and moral standards, coupled with empathetic nature, ensures that those I serve feel heard, understood, and supported in their journey. My dedication and ultimate goal is fostering love, understanding, and unity within communities.

“SoulTied Ceremonies was the perfect choice for our wedding officiant. From the start, their communication was kind, fun, and committed to making our special day exactly as we envisioned. Their work was incredibly valuable and sentimental - they made sure we had all the correct documents before the ceremony so everything went smoothly. We're so grateful for the care and attention they gave to our wedding, and would highly recommend them to any couple looking for an officiant that will go above and beyond.”
Sheila, a year ago
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Rabbi Noyo - Officiant 
Rating: 5.0 (31 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • Offers 10 ceremony types
  • Starts at $400
  • Serves East Hartford, CT

Rabbi Noyo (Rabbi Sarah Noyovitz) is a warm, inclusive, and creative officiant based in Boston, MA. She crafts meaningful, personalized wedding ceremonies for couples of all backgrounds - Jewish, interfaith, non-religious, queer, poly, and beyond. Whether you want something simple or symbolic, she will collaborate with you to make it feel deeply “you.” She brings care, clarity, and joy to every celebration and believes your love deserves to be honored with intention.

Awarded Best of Zola
“I had the honor of working with Rabbi Noyo at a wedding last month and she was an absolutely joy to work with! She is professional, sweet, and eager to go above and beyond. She was particularly excellent at facilitating the signing of the Ketubah and made every moment feel extra special. Rabbi Noyo would make an excellent addition to any wedding day and we cannot recommend her enough!”
Pretty Nerdy P., a year ago
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Rev. Lauri Ingram 
Rating: 5.0 (28 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • Offers 10 ceremony types
  • Starts at $475
  • Serves East Hartford, CT
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I'm Rev. Lauri, a Connecticut wedding officiant based in Hamden, serving New Haven and surrounding areas. I write every ceremony from scratch, after a few conversations with you so the words sound like you, not a template. I work with spiritual couples, interfaith couples, same-sex couples, and blended families. Intimate elopements, backyard weddings, barns, castles, all of it. If you're in a hurry, I can help: I've written full ceremonies with just days to spare. You'll see every draft and can revise as much as you need. I also assist with vows, and I can bring in rituals like handfasting, a ring blessing, or a surprise where I share something private each of you said about the other.

Awarded Best of Zola
“Lauri was fantastic to work with and we are so grateful we found her. She was a caring a nurturing presence throughout, was very receptive to our requested changes as we planned the ceremony script, and was clearly motivated by doing what would be right for us. She met with me and my fiance about four times during our wedding planning process to get to know us and modify our ceremony plan/script to what spoke most to us most as a couple. She was knowledgable about a variety of cultural traditions and helped us incorporate the Irish Hand Fasting Blessing into our ceremony, providing us with an everlasting, unique memory and memento (the handfasting chord) of our promises to each other. We received several compliments from our wedding guests about Lauri's ease and professionalism while she officiated our wedding. We highly recommend her! - Tess, May 2025 Bride, Bill Miller's Castle”
Teresa P and M., a year ago
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Moments With Meaning 
Rating: 5.0 (10 reviews)
  • Offers 10 ceremony types
  • Starts at $250
  • Serves East Hartford, CT

Moments With Meanings is a Connecticut-based wedding officiant service dedicated to crafting ceremonies that feel authentic, personal, and full of heart. We believe every love story deserves to be told in a way that reflects who you truly are, whether that’s traditional, non-traditional, bilingual, or beautifully in between. From simple “I do’s” to fully customized scripts, we create meaningful moments that leave lasting memories.

Awarded Best of Zola
“From our first conversation with Jesselica at Moments With Meaning, we knew we had found the right officiant for our ceremony. She made the whole process so easy and got back to us quickly, which meant the world during our busy wedding planning. What really blew us away was how she captured our story through her questions and wove it into our vows—the words just flowed out of her like she'd known us forever. When I blanked on my lines during the ceremony, she handled it with such grace and kept everything moving smoothly without missing a beat. Jesselica's expertise and relatable approach made our day feel personal and stress-free. We would recommend her 1000% to any couple looking for an officiant who truly cares.”
Singryd Jimenez A., 6 days ago
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Love & Laughter Weddings 
Rating: 5.0 (10 reviews)
  • Offers 8 ceremony types
  • Starts at $300
  • Serves East Hartford, CT

At Love & Laughter Weddings, our bilingual non denominational officiants specialize in crafting wedding ceremonies that are heartfelt, inclusive, and completely personalized. Whether you're envisioning a non-denominational wedding ceremony, a bilingual service to honor your families, or a lighthearted love story told with joy and sincerity, our team will bring your vision to life with warmth.

Awarded Best of Zola
“Evelyn and the team at Love & Laughter Weddings were simply incredible! Evelyn officiated our ceremony with so much heart, warmth and love, it truly felt like she had known us for years. From the beginning she was so communicative, kind and supportive, offering us plenty of samples and guidance to help us craft a ceremony that was personal, meaningful and completely US. Our guests kept asking how long we had known her because the ceremony was so perfectly tailored to our relationship! We couldn't have asked for a better officiant. 10/10 hire Love & Laughter Weddings for your wedding! They are truly the best!”
Brooklyn, a year ago
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Faithfully Driven 
Rating: 5.0 (8 reviews)
  • Offers 10 ceremony types
  • Starts at $850
  • Serves East Hartford, CT

Clergy for modern couples who want a ceremony that feels personal, meaningful, and emotionally unforgettable. As an ordained interfaith minister, holistic somatic practitioner, I bring a unique blend of ceremony, emotional presence, spiritual inclusivity, and calming support to your wedding day. I serve couples who may not want a traditional religious ceremony, but still want the moment to feel sacred, intentional, warm and deeply connected. I create ceremonies that honor your love story, your values, your energy, and the emotional experience you want to share with your guests. My approach is modern, inclusive, heartfelt, and grounded.

“Working with Faithfully Driven was one of the best decisions we made for our wedding. Rev. Julie brought so much warmth, calm, and intention to the entire process. She took the time to understand who we are as a couple and created a ceremony that felt personal, meaningful, and completely true to us. The ceremony was beautiful, heartfelt, and unforgettable. It felt sacred and emotional without being overly formal, and Julie’s presence made us feel grounded and supported on such an important day. Our guests kept telling us how touching and unique the ceremony was. We are so grateful for Faithfully Driven and would highly recommend Rev. Julie to any couple looking for an officiant who brings heart, depth, and genuine care to their wedding day.”
Rebecca C., 5 months ago
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Justice of the Peace Laura Assade 
Rating: 5.0 (8 reviews)
  • Offers 10 ceremony types
  • Starts at $600
  • Serves East Hartford, CT

Hola my name is Laura and I have served as a Justice of the Peace since 2017. I officiate wedding in English and or Spanish and serve couples in the State of Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island & Connecticut. Let’s connect soon and I can share info about additional services offered.

Awarded Best of Zola
“From our very first contact with Laura, we were impressed by her exceptional communication. She made the entire wedding planning process seamless with her responsiveness and willingness to help. Laura is a true professional, demonstrating incredible knowledge and experience in the wedding realm. Her flexibility with scheduling was much appreciated, and on our wedding day, she truly shined. Laura was attentive, professional, and soft-spoken, making her presence calming and reassuring. Even our guests remarked on how delightful she was. One of the highlights of our ceremony was the bilingual aspect. Laura shifted effortlessly between English and Spanish, ensuring that everything flowed smoothly without making the ceremony feel long-winded or hard to follow. I can't recommend Laura enough—100%! She not only helped to make our wedding day more organized but also added a special touch that we will cherish forever. It was an absolute pleasure to work alongside her for such a significant occasion. Thank you, Laura, for making our day so memorable!”
Jeremiah&Monica L., 10 months ago
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VaVow Cermemonies 
Rating: 5.0 (7 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • Offers 10 ceremony types
  • Starts at $775
  • Serves East Hartford, CT
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As the owner and lead officiant for VaVow Ceremonies, Steve is the heart and voice behind the memorable ceremonies. For him, being an officiant is much more than just reading a script and signing a marriage license—it is the profound honor of standing beside two people as they make the ultimate promise to one another. Because every love story is completely unique, Steve believes every wedding ceremony should reflect that individuality perfectly. Steve's passion lies in taking the time to truly get to know each couple—their quirks, their shared laughter, their values, and the quiet moments that built their foundation.

“Steven was terrific! From start to finish he was helpful with any questions we had and gave us amble information for the various steps in the wedding process. He did a great job getting to knowing us and expressing our love story which all our guests raved about.”
Rebecca & M., 2 months ago
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Grace Ceremonies 
Rating: 5.0 (6 reviews)
  • Offers 10 ceremony types
  • Starts at $1,450
  • Serves East Hartford, CT

Ranking among New England’s highest-rated wedding officiants with more than 325 five-star reviews, Grace Ceremonies has helped hundreds of couples marry over the past 13 years. As an ordained Interfaith minister, Rev. Hannah Grace crafts spiritual as well as secular ceremonies at venues from mountaintops to meeting houses, backyards to ballrooms. Hannah's process is supportive and stress-free, helping couples plan their ceremony as well as deepen the connection that brings them to marriage.

Awarded Best of Zola
“Hannah was an absolute joy to work with for our wedding, and we had SO many people complimenting our ceremony (“the most romantic wedding EVER!”), which is a credit to her beautiful words, and the way she wove our story into every part. Even more than that, and something I have really treasured, is that we have kept in touch with her over the years so she didn’t just celebrate with us on the day but continues to celebrate our love and our life, reminding us where it all began. Hannah is an absolute GEM and will make your day that much more magical and special.”
Traci N., 2 years ago
It's Official Services 
Rating: 5.0 (6 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • Offers 9 ceremony types
  • Starts at $1,200
  • Serves East Hartford, CT

Your wedding is more than a series of moments; it’s the story of your love, shared with the people who matter most. From the moment you walk down the aisle to the last dance of the evening, every transition should feel effortless for you and your guests. I offer something unique: one consistent voice guiding your celebration from start to finish. As both your officiant and/or MC, I bring warmth, clarity, and energy to every stage of your wedding.

“If you are looking for an officiant who feels less like a vendor and more like a long-time friend, hire Janelle.  We were naturally nervous, but Janelle has a calming presence that made the entire experience stress-free and natural. My relatives are still talking about her! Thank you, Janelle, for making our big day so warm and memorable!”
Nicole, 9 months ago
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OfficiateMyWeddingCt 
Rating: 5.0 (4 reviews)
  • Offers 10 ceremony types
  • Starts at $350
  • Serves East Hartford, CT

My name is Michelle Rodriguez, but you can call me Mickey. I am a Justice of the Peace and an Ordained Minister, and I love being a part of a couple's new beginning. My style is friendly, fun, and heartfelt. I will work with you to create a personalized ceremony that you will cherish and never forget. My services are LGBTQ+ inclusive and affirming, and I also offer bilingual ceremonies. Every couple has a unique story, and your ceremony should reflect yours. I create fully customized wedding ceremonies based on your love, values, and vision.

Awarded Best of Zola
“OfficiateMyWeddingCt was an excellent choice for our wedding officiant. From the very first contact, they were efficient, helpful and kind in their communication style. Throughout the planning process, they were equally communicative, helpful and genuinely kind, making sure the ceremony script was perfect and incorporating any changes we requested. On the day of, the officiant was on time, attentive and made the ceremony feel as though she knew us personally. We are so grateful to OfficiateMyWeddingCt for helping to make our special day exactly as we had envisioned.”
Alexandra H., a year ago
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Nivea Officiant 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
  • Offers 10 ceremony types
  • Starts at $200
  • Serves East Hartford, CT

I love working on weddings—a unique moment in couples' lives that I get to be a part of and help immortalize alongside them. Language often becomes a barrier, which is why I offer my services in Portuguese, English, and Spanish.

“Nivea was the perfect choice for our wedding officiant. She communicated with us clearly throughout the planning process and created a ceremony that felt truly personal and meaningful to us. On our wedding day, we had a stressful moment when my husband realized he forgot the rings at home, but Nivea didn't hesitate to wait for us to get them. While we were waiting, she sat with me and talked me through my nerves, which helped me calm down so much. Her professionalism and genuine care made all the difference in making our day special. We are so grateful we chose Nivea to officiate our marriage.”
Amanda, 7 months ago
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The Book of Love™ 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
  • Offers 10 ceremony types
  • Starts at $500
  • Serves East Hartford, CT
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At The Book of Love™, I create intelligent, deeply personal ceremonies shaped by warmth, wit and genuine emotional resonance. With more than 100 weddings celebrated across New England and New York, I welcome LGBTQ+ couples, interfaith and multicultural families, second marriages, elopements, and unconventional love stories. I bring careful preparation, a reassuring presence, and the experience to make everyone feel at ease—from our first conversation through your final vow. I listen closely, honor what matters, and create a ceremony that feels unmistakably yours. Not your usual couple? Not your usual wedding officiant!

“My husband LT and I had our dream wedding in Rhode Island, and choosing Rev. Cole from The Book of Love was one of the best decisions we made. After just one phone call, she had us laughing and feeling completely at ease about our ceremony. Rev. Cole was incredibly responsive throughout the planning process—she answered every email, call, and text promptly, which made the whole experience stress-free. On our wedding day, her humor and kindness shone through as she guided us through our vows with such warmth and joy. She brought genuine fun to our ceremony while still honoring what mattered most to us. We couldn't have asked for a better officiant to start our marriage.”
Demri, a month ago
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Bryan Anderson Justice of the Peace (& Marriage Minister) 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
  • Offers 10 ceremony types
  • Starts at $275
  • Serves East Hartford, CT
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Bryan is an experienced, professional CT Justice of the Peace and Ordained Marriage Minister who is fully flexible to your needs. From a quick, intimate ceremony at City Hall to the execution of an exquisite, elaborate wedding ceremony, Bryan will deliver personalized, flawless nuptials. You’ll be in good hands.

“We had a pleasant experience with Bryan. He took the time to get to know us and our story. He was professional and poised as the officiant of our beach wedding. I highly recommend Bryan!”
Dana M., 2 years ago
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At Your Services, llc -Hamden, CT 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
  • Offers 10 ceremony types
  • Starts at $450
  • Serves East Hartford, CT

Hi, this is Guylene , your Wedding Officiant. I specialize in creating ceremonies that feel natural, joyful and deeply personal. My goal is simple: to help you begin your marriage feeling truly seen and celebrated. Whether you're in Hamden, New Haven, Bridgeport or anywhere in Ct. and planning an elopement or last-minute wedding, I'm honored to be your officiant.

“At Your Services, LLC provided outstanding service from start to finish. Guylene Cohen was incredibly helpful, organized, and attentive to every detail. She made the entire process smooth and stress-free. I appreciate the professionalism and care, and I would definitely recommend At Your Services, LLC to anyone in need of reliable, high-quality service”
Kevin chin l., 10 months ago
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Smooches 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
  • Offers 7 ceremony types
  • Starts at $300
  • Serves East Hartford, CT

Welcome to Smooches & Co., a modern wedding officiating and ceremony services company created for couples who want their wedding ceremony to feel just as personal, meaningful, and memorable as the rest of their love story. Based in Western Massachusetts and serving couples throughout Massachusetts and beyond, Smooches & Co. believes your ceremony should be more than a formality standing between getting ready and the reception. It should be one of the most beautiful, personal, and unforgettable parts of your wedding.

“Melissa was so kind, personable, and helpful throughout the entire process. Her magnetic personality was a hit with all the wedding guests. Cannot recommend her enough as a wedding officiant.”
Samantha, 22 days ago
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Joyful Weddings For All! 
Rating: 5.0 (1 review)
  • Offers 9 ceremony types
  • Starts at $400
  • Serves East Hartford, CT

I have nearly 20 years’ experience as a wedding officiant. Your service will respect and reflect the beliefs of both people making a commitment. Your wedding is a celebration of where you have been, of the extraordinary day, and of your future together. The marriage ceremony will reflect both of you—your backgrounds, your beliefs, your style, your love. The couples I have married have all given me 5 star reviews (see my website). They appreciate my professional, personalized services and my flexibility. Their guests have asked if I was a family friend because my services reflect them as a couple so clearly.

“For making our day special. Shannon is pleasant, professional and made the process easy. We can’t thank you enough. I would recommend Shannon”
Kimberly M., a year ago
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Debra Meole, Conn Officiant & Photographer 
Rating: 5.0 (1 review)
  • Offers 8 ceremony types
  • Starts at $250
  • Serves East Hartford, CT

I am excited to announce that I have been ordained by the Universal Life Church and I am ready to perform wedding ceremonies. My ceremonies are non-denominational. I welcome all who wish to marry or renew vows. My plan is to begin with elopements alone or an elopement package that includes a photo shoot of either 1 hour or 2 hours. It would be my pleasure to share your special day and create a service that is unique to you.

“Working with Debra from ShutterArt was a pleasure from start to finish! We provided examples of poses we were looking for, and she captured them perfectly. Debra also incorporated her own ideas and professional opinion to make sure we got a wide range of photos, from walking down the aisle... to candid "silly" photos that captured everyone's personalities....to the last moments of the night. Debra was always responsive to calls and emails, and very professional. The quality of her work is exceptional, and all of the compliments on our photos truly shows that! Christine & Broden 7/21/18"”
Christine H., 7 months ago
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Sovereign Spirit 
Rating: 5.0 (1 review)
  • Offers 9 ceremony types
  • Starts at $100
  • Serves East Hartford, CT

I’m an officiant who believes a wedding ceremony should feel like the heart of the day—not rushed, not generic, but deeply personal and full of meaning. When I meet a couple, I listen closely for the small details that make their story theirs. I take those pieces and craft a ceremony that feels intentional and authentically aligned with who they are. My style is calm, steady, and heartfelt. If you’re looking for an officiant who honors your journey and brings sincerity, joy, and care to your ceremony, I would be honored to stand with you.

“Deb was the best decision we made! She is so thorough, detail oriented, and thoughtful. Her meetings were so helpful and it was like chatting with a friend. Her script was excellent and she was do receptive to changes we wanted to make. She has so much experience and brought up so many little things we hadn't thought of to help make our ceremony special and so "us". You can't ask for a better officiant”
Ryan, 19 days ago
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[Online Only] Vowed and Clear Remote Weddings 
  • Offers 10 ceremony types
  • Starts at $299
  • Serves East Hartford, CT

Vowed and Clear is a team of online wedding officiants built on fostering spirit of accessibility and inclusion that marriage deserves. Based in Utah, Vowed and Clear helps couples legally marry online from anywhere in the world, ensuring that love, and not logistics, guides the ceremony. Vowed and Clear’s officiants have proudly helped couples across the globe celebrate their commitment. Whether joining from different cities or different continents, we help couples create a moment that’s both deeply personal and fully legal, all while honoring the belief that everyone deserves the right to marry the person they love.

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Wed By Norm 
Rating: 5.0 (74 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • Offers 9 ceremony types
  • Starts at $700
  • Serves East Hartford, CT for additional fees
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At Wed By Norm, I design wedding ceremonies that feel powerful, personal, and unforgettable. I’m Norman I. Graham, a professional wedding officiant trusted by couples across NY, NJ, CT, PA, RI, and destination locations who want their ceremony to be the moment everyone remembers. My signature strength is transforming your love story into a ceremony that feels authentic, intentional, and emotionally resonant for both you and the people who came to celebrate you. My role is to listen carefully, understand what matters most to you, and craft a ceremony that reflects your values, culture, humor, and connection.

Awarded Best of Zola
“We couldn't have asked for a better officiant than Norm. From our first conversation, his communication was straightforward and he really listened to what we wanted for our ceremony. Norm took the time to learn our story and wove it throughout the entire service, making everything feel deeply personal and meaningful to us. He was incredibly supportive throughout the planning process and went out of his way to ensure I had everything I needed leading up to the big day. His knowledge and care made the ceremony feel less like a formality and more like a true reflection of our love. We can't recommend Norm highly enough.”
Jennifer R., 2 months ago
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Witchy Woman Weddings 
Rating: 5.0 (54 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • Offers 9 ceremony types
  • Starts at $800
  • Serves East Hartford, CT for additional fees

For a full overview, please visit witchywomanweddings (dot) com or Google “Witchy Woman Weddings”! Explore real wedding galleries, glowing reviews, my availability calendar, and a direct inquiry form for faster replies. I'm the Wedding Witch of Salem, crafting and officiating fully personalized weddings, elopements, handfastings, commitment ceremonies, and vow renewals throughout New England. From romantic and traditional to wonderfully witchy and unconventional, I celebrate love in all its forms, with a special passion for LGBTQIA+ couples and those who don't fit the traditional wedding mold. No cookie-cutter ceremonies or AI-generated slop! Just authentic, meaningful celebrations that feel unmistakably YOU.

Awarded Best of Zola
“I very recently got married, and the planning leading up to the wedding went so smoothly and so quickly! Venue, florals, photography- things got checked off our list with relative ease. Then we got a bit stuck- we needed an officiant! It can seem like a simple pick, but if you don’t want to have a friend or family get ordained, and you’re not a member of a traditional religion, it can be a harder match to make. But then, we found Tara at Witchy Woman Weddings and reached out immediately. We’re so glad we did!! Inquiry was simple and responses were fast. We only spoke through email leading up to the day itself, but Tara does have the option to book meetings if you’d prefer some face-to-face contact in the lead up to your big day. She has such a peaceful and warm presence that, even if you’re meeting her for the first time at the altar for the ceremony as I did, you feel that calm and kind energy emanating towards you. The process for creating your ceremony script is both easy and personalized- Tara has an in-depth questionnaire to fill out that covers a wide range of topics so she can tailor the ceremony to your unique story and the vibe you’re aiming to create. It really covers all the bases but doesn’t feel daunting to complete. After that, she delivers a sample script and makes sure to note that edits can be made if there is anything you want changed- we didn’t make a single change to ours! We got emotional just reading through our draft and were amazed at how she captured us in the writing. To sum all this up, I am beyond grateful to have found Tara. She was the perfect person to join us together, mixing elements of both the traditional and the not-so-traditional on our Friday the 13th wedding. I would recommend her to anyone who wants a truly special, unique, and heartfelt ceremony. At the risk of sounding a little cheesy, she truly helped make our day a magical one!”
Kristina K., 7 months ago
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Milestones by Miri 
Rating: 5.0 (29 reviews)
  • Offers 10 ceremony types
  • Starts at $300
  • Serves East Hartford, CT for additional fees

I take pride in the fact that I’m a connector and listener. I love getting to know people and learning and helping to share their stories. And I’m happiest when I’m able to guide people through taking those stories and turning them into something meaningful. Through thoughtful questions and deep conversations, we'll collaborate on crafting your one-of-a-kind wedding ceremony!

Awarded Best of Zola
“When we were planning our wedding we originally thought of just asking a friend to marry us. But after learning more about what a good officiant can offer we were incredibly happy to have changed plans and gone with Miriam! Miriam perfectly balanced being both professional and also getting to know us as a couple and individuals. She was very friendly and always a joy to talk to in our calls. The ceremony itself was not something we had given a ton of thought to, and weren’t sure exactly what we wanted outside of having a few concepts (short, secular, not too serious). Miriam was able to offer us advice, recommendations, and guidance throughout the process as we created our ceremony. From sending us examples of readings that fit our vibe, to explaining different unity ceremony ideas and helping us come up with one that fit us, Miriam made what could have been a stressful planning experience into a breeze. Miriam separately reviewed both our private and public vows, gave us feedback to make sure both our tones were the same, and took care of dropping off the paperwork to make the marriage official. We knew we picked the right person when our friends asked us afterwards how long we had to look to find an officiant with the same sense of humor as us. We would absolutely recommend Miriam to anyone asking!”
Zack and M., a year ago
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Meet Me At The Altar Wedding Services 
Rating: 5.0 (25 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • Offers 8 ceremony types
  • Starts at $950
  • Serves East Hartford, CT for additional fees

You’ve found your person—now let’s make it official in a way that feels like you. I’m Ope, the officiant behind Meet Me at the Altar Wedding Services. I specialize in custom ceremonies that are personal, joyful, and never boring. Whether it’s an elopement or a full celebration, I center your story and create a moment that’s meaningful, engaging, and true to who you are. Based in the Hudson Valley and serving the Tri-State area, I welcome all love and can’t wait to celebrate yours.

“My wife and I had been planning our micro wedding when we realized we still needed the perfect Officiant. After a few consultations with others, we were okay, but my wife insisted we have one more this time with Ope. From the moment we spoke with her, everything changed. She had an instant gravitating presence full of conviction, confidence, and passion. Her dedication to her clients is unmatched: she offered multiple follow-up meetings, rehearsals, and even connected with our families to learn more about us. The highlight was the beautiful love story she crafted for our ceremony, truly perfect. Choosing Ope was one of the best decisions we made. She was professional, welcoming, understanding, and radiated a commanding yet warm presence throughout. Her infectious spirit made the entire process a joy. Our guests couldn’t stop talking about how amazing she was, especially the love story she created for us. Thank you, Ope, for making our wedding ceremony everything we envisioned. You've gained two new friends, and we wholeheartedly recommend you to anyone looking for a passionate, inspiring officiant. Sincerely, E & V”
The C., a year ago