Elope in St Louis - Frequently Asked Questions by Carolyn Burke
What is your price?
The Simple Elopement Package is based on distance from my home office and averages $160 to $325.
The Deluxe Elopement Package starts at $750 and includes officiant, flowers and a professional wedding photographer.
How many guests can I have?
An elopement is very, very small - up to 10 guests is ideal.
You can have more guests, but it is considered an intimate wedding and involves more planning on your part.
Pop-up Weddings are very popular and I perform them often.
Do we need witnesses to get married?
In most cases : Missouri and in Illinois no witnesses are required - you can have a private ceremony!
To be certain, ask the Recorder of Deeds clerk when the two of you apply for a marriage license - just to be sure.
How soon can I book an elopement?
Based on availability.
BOOKING ELOPEMENTS WITH 3-DAY ADVANCE NOTICE AND PAYMENT IS DUE UPFRONT
Click on these links for more resources.
Elope in Forest Park | Find A Venue for Your Elopement | How to Plan a Pop-Up Wedding
What if we don't have a location?
I have tons of resources, but I do not have my own location.
Here are a few ideas. I am happy to give you advice over the phone.
Elopement Locations | Pop Up or Off Beat | Pinterest Boards
What are the minimum requirements?
In Missouri, you must provide a Missouri Marriage License (issued from any MO county seat).
In Illinois, a Marriage License and a location in the same county as the license was issued.
The date, time, and location is finalized over the phone.
You can decide to have a LEGAL SIGNING ceremony where there is no ring or vows exchanged.
What happens once we get our Marriage License?
Read this great article on my BLOG
Do you have images that I can look at?
Go to . . . Deluxe Elopement Couples and Happy Couples
Do you have any special deals or features?
If you come to Kirkwood, MO my fee is $75.
Due to the increase in inquires, payment must be made in advance and a 3-day advance notice is required.
See Elope in Kirkwood for more information.
I live in Kirkwood and can help you find a location such as a park or restaurant that will accommodate your style and capacity.
Fee may be higher for holidays** See below for a list of holidays.
Can we write our own vows?
Absolutely! Here are the vows I use in a repeat after me format.
[Name], today I take you in marriage.
To join and to share all that is to come.
Through the best and the worst, I will always be there.
The Simple Elopement Package is based on distance from my home office and averages $160 to $325.
The Deluxe Elopement Package starts at $750 and includes officiant, flowers and a professional wedding photographer.
How many guests can I have?
An elopement is very, very small - up to 10 guests is ideal.
You can have more guests, but it is considered an intimate wedding and involves more planning on your part.
Pop-up Weddings are very popular and I perform them often.
Do we need witnesses to get married?
In most cases : Missouri and in Illinois no witnesses are required - you can have a private ceremony!
To be certain, ask the Recorder of Deeds clerk when the two of you apply for a marriage license - just to be sure.
How soon can I book an elopement?
Based on availability.
BOOKING ELOPEMENTS WITH 3-DAY ADVANCE NOTICE AND PAYMENT IS DUE UPFRONT
Click on these links for more resources.
Elope in Forest Park | Find A Venue for Your Elopement | How to Plan a Pop-Up Wedding
What if we don't have a location?
I have tons of resources, but I do not have my own location.
Here are a few ideas. I am happy to give you advice over the phone.
Elopement Locations | Pop Up or Off Beat | Pinterest Boards
What are the minimum requirements?
In Missouri, you must provide a Missouri Marriage License (issued from any MO county seat).
In Illinois, a Marriage License and a location in the same county as the license was issued.
The date, time, and location is finalized over the phone.
You can decide to have a LEGAL SIGNING ceremony where there is no ring or vows exchanged.
What happens once we get our Marriage License?
Read this great article on my BLOG
Do you have images that I can look at?
Go to . . . Deluxe Elopement Couples and Happy Couples
Do you have any special deals or features?
If you come to Kirkwood, MO my fee is $75.
Due to the increase in inquires, payment must be made in advance and a 3-day advance notice is required.
See Elope in Kirkwood for more information.
I live in Kirkwood and can help you find a location such as a park or restaurant that will accommodate your style and capacity.
Fee may be higher for holidays** See below for a list of holidays.
Can we write our own vows?
Absolutely! Here are the vows I use in a repeat after me format.
[Name], today I take you in marriage.
To join and to share all that is to come.
Through the best and the worst, I will always be there.
Is there a deposit to hold the date? Do you have an agreement?
There is a retainer fee and a ceremony fee due BEFORE the event date.
You are required to fill out a Confirmation Form and I respond with an Email Confirmation.
The Email Confirmation is considered our agreement.
LEARN MORE
What do you wear at the ceremony?
I usually wear a mask and a black pants outfit, but not a robe. I take off the mask when I perform the ceremony.
What happens if you become unavailable due to illness or conflict?
In the 15+ years of performing ceremonies, I have needed to find a substitute only a few times.
I provide a substitute to perform the same ceremony if the cancellation is last minute or you have the option to find someone else.
**LIST OF HOLIDAYS
New Years Day, Valentine's Day, St. Patrick's Day, Mother's Day, Memorial Day Weekend, Labor Day Weekend, Halloween, Thanksgiving Weekend, Christmas Eve and Day, New Years Eve.
Contact Us for more information on my services.
There is a retainer fee and a ceremony fee due BEFORE the event date.
You are required to fill out a Confirmation Form and I respond with an Email Confirmation.
The Email Confirmation is considered our agreement.
LEARN MORE
What do you wear at the ceremony?
I usually wear a mask and a black pants outfit, but not a robe. I take off the mask when I perform the ceremony.
What happens if you become unavailable due to illness or conflict?
In the 15+ years of performing ceremonies, I have needed to find a substitute only a few times.
I provide a substitute to perform the same ceremony if the cancellation is last minute or you have the option to find someone else.
**LIST OF HOLIDAYS
New Years Day, Valentine's Day, St. Patrick's Day, Mother's Day, Memorial Day Weekend, Labor Day Weekend, Halloween, Thanksgiving Weekend, Christmas Eve and Day, New Years Eve.
Contact Us for more information on my services.
