The Best Wedding Ceremony Officiants in New Orleans, LA

The Best Wedding Ceremony Officiants in New Orleans, LA

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13 Wedding Officiants in New Orleans, LA

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For the Record Ceremonies 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
New Orleans, LA
  • Offers 9 ceremony types
  • Starts at $250

Hey, y’all! I’m Chase, a museum curator, storyteller, and wedding officiant based in New Orleans, Louisiana. I spend my days thinking about stories, how we tell them, and why certain moments stay with us. I believe a wedding ceremony deserves that same care. Your relationship has a story, and your ceremony is a chance to tell it in front of the people who matter most. My approach is simple. Your ceremony should sound like you and not like some script pulled from a "how-to" officiant guide. I work with each couple to understand what matters to them, what they want their guests to feel, and what kind of moment they want to create. Let's tell your story and make it official!

“Working with Chase was one of the best decisions we made for our wedding! Chase took the time to understand what we wanted to say and turned our story into something eloquent and beautiful to share with our loved ones that had the whole wedding laughing and crying during the speech. He was really easy to get along with and you can tell he truly enjoys doing this and connecting with the couple. I had a vision I wanted brought to life for the ceremony and he did exactly that. I was very particular about the timing of certain parts of the reading and he completely nailed it! We can't recommend him enough!”
Ashton Breeding C., 5 days ago
Reverie & Riot 
Rating: 5.0 (1 review)
New Orleans, LA
  • Offers 10 ceremony types
  • Starts at $250

At Reverie & Riot, ceremonies are not templates — they are architecture. Founder Brandon Thorn is known for crafting original, story-driven ceremonies that feel immersive, articulate, and unmistakably personal. Blending the instincts of an event producer with the discipline of a writer, Brandon approaches each ceremony with intention and precision. A dedicated advocate for marriage equality, he believes every couple deserves a beginning that reflects the weight and beauty of their commitment. If you want a ceremony guests remember long after the celebration ends, you are exactly where you belong.

“From first getting in touch with Brandon up to the ceremony, he was very professional and personable. He and his assistant, Adam made us feel very comfortable and assured on our special day. The words spoken over our ceremony were beautiful and well-written. He ensured it was personal to our specific union. AND HE GOT OUT IN THIS HEAT for us eternally grateful for Brandon and Adam for bringing us together and making it happen, even SUPER LAST SECOND. By the way, I chose this location to take pics without realizing the graffiti, but it’s okay”
Lyndsey, 2 months ago
Ceremonies By Kristi 
Rating: 4.0 (4 reviews)
  • Offers 10 ceremony types
  • Starts at $250
  • Serves New Orleans, LA

Ceremonies By Kristi & Assoc was started by Kristi Jarrett, a retired RN and currently practicing archaeologist, as a means to deliver dignified, high quality officiating services to all: regardless of race, religion, gender, partner preference, language, etc. Currently, we have 11 professional, diverse officiants, coordinators & planners that make up our team. We write unique, highly personalized ceremony scripts for our clients (more traditional scripts also available). We offer wedding/event planning, Day of Coordinating, unique craft items, unity ceremonies & much more. We go the extra mile to ensure your special day is magical!

Awarded Best of Zola
“We had the great privilege of having Kristi officiate our elopement. Less than a week out from our ceremony an acquaintance who was supposed to officiate our elopement ceremony cancelled on us and Kristi responded almost immediately and reassured me she could help us for that upcoming Saturday. From start to finish Kristi was so sweet and wonderful at helping to ease my worries and responding very quickly. She went above and beyond to make sure our special day went smoothly and even helped us with all our paperwork and gave us a beautiful certificate as a keepsake. Would recommend Connections by Kristi to anyone that wants a professional officiant that will help make sure you have everything covered for your special day.”
Reagan L., 2 years ago
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Christian Weddings by Pastor Brian 
Rating: 5.0 (1 review)
  • Offers 8 ceremony types
  • Starts at $1
  • Serves New Orleans, LA

I am an ordained (from the church, not the Internet) Minister of the Gospel of Jesus Christ since 1988 and have been doing weddings rver since. I travel everywhere and anywhere for you. I perform Christian Wedding Ceremonies. I can also provide for Jewish couples for conservative and reformed couples. I am here to help you get married, not make a lot of money. I want to help you with anything and everything regarding your wedding celebration. It does not matter if you are planning months in advance or want to get married today, I am here for you.

“We couldn’t have asked for a better officiant than Pastor Brian! He arrived early for both our rehearsal and wedding day, which immediately put us at ease. His professionalism and calm presence helped everything run smoothly, and he truly made our ceremony feel meaningful and personal. The prayers he shared were beautiful and added such a special touch to our day. We’re so grateful to have had him be a part of our wedding—highly recommend!”
Kim, 7 months ago
Alicia's Wedding Ceremonies 
Rating: 5.0 (1 review)
  • Offers 10 ceremony types
  • Starts at $150
  • Serves New Orleans, LA

Good day! Congratulations on your up coming wedding. My name is Alicia Fontenot and I have been in the wedding industry for over 20 years. I have had the pleasure of working with many couples over the years and I love what I do and would not trade it for the world.

“She made the process of writing the ceremony a dream. Once booked, we received samples of ceremony wordings to help guide the type of ceremony we intended to have. That was a life saver! Me and my now husband wrote our ceremony in one night, by having the foundation of the ceremony it was easy to tailor what we liked or didn’t like as much. The day of the ceremony, she arrived promptly at the time agreed upon and it was smooth sailing from there! I really couldn’t ask for more!!”
Melissa, a year ago
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The NOLA Way Events 
  • Offers 7 ceremony types
  • Starts at $200
  • Serves New Orleans, LA

We’ve been producing and designing events and weddings for 20 years, and nothing excites and exhilarates us more than taking a bride’s dreams and ideas and making them a reality. When we work together, you will receive personalized, one-on-one attention and we will discuss your dreams in detail. We will create a visual plan and checklist (that you approve beforehand) that helps us make your dreams happen while you focus on what’s really important during your engagement and wedding day. We will help you deal with family drama, answer etiquette questions, and offer up logical, tried and tested responses that help put out fires and prepare for a wedding where everyone is relaxed, getting along, and enjoying themselves.

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[Online Only] Vowed and Clear Remote Weddings 
  • Offers 10 ceremony types
  • Starts at $299
  • Serves New Orleans, LA

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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Christopher Shelley/Illuminating Ceremonies 
Rating: 5.0 (76 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • Offers 7 ceremony types
  • Serves New Orleans, LA for additional fees

Most couples who work with me take their relationship seriously, but don't take themselves too seriously. They're educated, do Wordle, read the NY Times and have a healthy sense of reality. Since 2011, I've been writing and performing personal, meaningful and refreshingly engaging ceremonies. Couples work with me in an easy, collaborative way. I take guest experience and your wishes very seriously. I have the ability to command a room, a writer's knack for shaping a story, an emcee's sense of timing, and experience at the most prestigious venues. My BFA in Acting (Boston University) and MFA in Creative Writing (NYU) serve me well.

Awarded Best of Zola
“Chris is truly incredible at what he does. From the planning process all the way to the ceremony, he continued to make everything run smoothly. Not a single detail was missed. So many of our guests raved about our ceremony, specifically noting how wonderful our officiant was! I highly recommend Chris to anyone looking for an expert in the industry. He is an excellent speaker and made our ceremony the absolute best experience for us and our guests.”
Tara B., a year ago
The Madame Mystery Cabaret 
Rating: 5.0 (8 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • Offers 8 ceremony types
  • Starts at $300
  • Serves New Orleans, LA for additional fees

Madame Mystery is an award-winning Las Vegas entertainer bringing vintage glamour, theatrical wonder, and genuine connection to weddings of every style. Couples can choose from elegant walk-around magic, live-vocal cabaret, comedy hypnosis, tarot readings, or polished hosting and emcee services for cocktail hours, receptions, rehearsal dinners, and wedding-weekend celebrations. For more than a decade, Madame has entertained audiences in events around the world. Every experience is thoughtfully tailored to the couple, creating memorable moments that feel sophisticated, playful, inclusive, and completely one of a kind.

“Madame Mystery truly goes above and beyond. You can tell how deeply she cares about her work and about creating a meaningful experience for every couple and guest. She took the time beforehand to understand exactly what we wanted for our ceremony and made sure it felt personal, heartfelt, and true to us. She created such a beautiful atmosphere and made our wedding day feel genuinely special. Madame was prompt, professional, communicative, and completely prepared, which allowed us to relax and be fully present during the ceremony. She was an absolute dream to work with, and our guests loved her! Madame is every bit as kind as she is talented, and we cannot recommend her highly enough. Absolutely worth every penny!”
Kristina, 2 months ago
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Married By 2 Letters 
Rating: 4.4 (7 reviews)
  • Offers 10 ceremony types
  • Starts at $350
  • Serves New Orleans, LA for additional fees
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Congratulations on your engagement! 💍 I'm Erica, owner of Married by 2 Letters, an ordained wedding officiant, wedding planner, and notary public based in Orangeburg, South Carolina. I specialize in personalized ceremonies, vow renewals, intimate weddings, marriage license signings, and wedding planning and coordination. I'm proud to provide LGBTQ+ inclusive, disability-affirming, autism-aware, and sensory-friendly services. Every love story deserves to be celebrated! IMPORTANT: Out-of-state weddings are welcome! Ceremony prices do not include travel. Additional travel fees apply to all weddings outside South Carolina. Explore my services and book your consultation on our website. Love Looks Good Here. 💕

“From our first consultation, we knew Erica from Married By 2 Letters was the right choice to officiate our wedding. We loved that she is LGBTQIA inclusive and made us feel completely seen and celebrated from day one. Erica went far beyond what we expected—she called vendors to help us set up cake tastings and coordinate with caterers, which saved us so much time and stress. Her honest, attentive approach to planning our ceremony made us feel like she genuinely cared about every detail. She showed up as dependable and hardworking throughout the entire process, always ready to support us. We can't recommend Erica highly enough for any couple looking for an officiant who will treat your wedding day like it matters.”
Andre V., 3 months ago
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Lane Ceremonies 
Rating: 5.0 (5 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • Offers 10 ceremony types
  • Serves New Orleans, LA for additional fees

Lane Ceremonies is a wedding officiant service led by author and ordained minister Jeremy Lane, serving couples in the Dallas-Fort Worth area and nationwide.Passionate about marriage and meaningful relationships, Jeremy and his team create personalized ceremonies that reflect each couple’s love story. Known for award-winning ceremony design, Lane Ceremonies offers vow renewals, rehearsals, and heartfelt words of encouragement. Every couple is paired with an ordained minister to ensure their day is memorable, meaningful, and filled with lasting joy.

“We hired Mark Lane from Lane Ceremonies to officiate our wedding and couldn't have asked for a better experience. From our first conversation, Mark was respectful, responsive, and laid-back—he made the whole process feel easy and stress-free. On our wedding day, his speaking skills were incredible. He commanded the room, kept everyone's attention, and set the perfect tone for our ceremony. Mark truly understood what we wanted and delivered a flawless service that felt like it was written just for us. We would absolutely recommend him to any couple looking for an officiant who cares about getting it right.”
Shaylee D., 2 months ago
Rivere Ceremonies 
Rating: 5.0 (1 review)
  • Offers 9 ceremony types
  • Starts at $150
  • Serves New Orleans, LA

Rivere Ceremonies is a top-rated New Orleans wedding officiant specializing in personalized ceremonies, elopements, and intimate weddings across Louisiana. Serving New Orleans, Metairie, the Northshore, and Baton Rouge, each ceremony is crafted to reflect your unique story. Gina Rivere has officiated hundreds of weddings, from romantic elopements to spiritual and non-denominational ceremonies. Whether at City Park, the French Quarter, or Jackson Square, every ceremony is meaningful and unforgettable. Known for professionalism and a seamless experience, Rivere Ceremonies creates moments that feel personal and truly memorable.

“Gina was truly phenomenal as our wedding officiant. From the very beginning, she was incredibly personable and made us feel completely comfortable and understood. She took the time to get to know us as a couple, paying close attention to every detail that mattered most to us. What stood out the most was how beautifully she told our love story during the ceremony. It felt so genuine, heartfelt, and perfectly captured who we are. Our guests couldn’t stop talking about how special and meaningful it was. If you’re looking for someone who is thoughtful, detail-oriented, and able to create a ceremony that feels personal and unforgettable, Gina is absolutely the one. We couldn’t have asked for a better officiant on such an important day.”
Alyse B., 6 months ago