Elopement Ceremony

May 26, 2020
3 min

How to Have a Fun and Awesome Virtual Wedding

Zoom weddings and virtual ceremonies have recently become a new norm in NYC are we're working with vendors to make it extra special!

Once Upon A Vow

May 25, 2020
3 min

What are Virtual Wedding Ceremonies with Once Upon A Vow like?

Now that virtual ceremonies are in full swing in the state of New York, we are excited to pronounce you married.

The Legalities behind Virtual Marriages in NYC during COVID-19

Once Upon A Vow

Apr 30, 2020
3 min

The Legalities behind Virtual Marriages in NYC during COVID-19

ou may have heard Governor Cuomo and Mayor De Blasio reference 'Zoom Weddings' and 'Project Cupid' but what does it all mean and how does it

How To Legally Get Married during COVID-19

Once Upon A Vow

Apr 17, 2020
3 min

How To Legally Get Married during COVID-19

It's no surprise by now that we are living through a global pandemic and many are wondering how to STILL legally get married in NYC.

Carmen and Lindsay's Wagner Cove Palindrome Elopement

Karla Villar

Apr 14, 2020
6 min

Carmen and Lindsay's Wagner Cove Palindrome Elopement

Carmen and Lindsay decided, after 15 years together, that they were getting married on a beautiful rare palindrome date, February 2, 2020.

Chase & Anton's Granite Prospect Brooklyn Elopement

Karla Villar

Nov 9, 2019
5 min

Chase & Anton's Granite Prospect Brooklyn Elopement

Anton & Chase chose to marry in NYC because of its progressive queer history and their personal ties to the city.

Claris & Mela's Top of the Rock NYC Elopement

Karla Villar

Jul 30, 2019
6 min

Claris & Mela's Top of the Rock NYC Elopement

Mela and Claris, lovers of travel, adventure and tall buildings, chose to get married at NYC's Top of the Rock as their destination wedding.

How much time REALLY goes into your 30-minute Ceremony?

Once Upon A Vow

Feb 14, 2019
6 min

How much time REALLY goes into your 30-minute Ceremony?

As wedding officiants and love storytellers, we love what we do ‘cause DUH, it’s the best job everrrr! But sometimes couples who inquire ...

Our Parents' Surprise 40th Wedding Anniversary Vow Renewal

Once Upon A Vow

Jun 1, 2018
4 min

Our Parents' Surprise 40th Wedding Anniversary Vow Renewal

We celebrated our parents 40th wedding anniversary with a surprise wedding vow renewal.

Once Upon A Vow

Mar 17, 2018
2 min

Kerry and Luke's Central Park Elopement

One year ago today on Saint Paddy's Day, Kerry and Luke tied the knot in Central Park's Ladies Pavilion, starting their married adventure...

Where to Elope in Prospect Park: 8 Hidden Gems

Once Upon A Vow

Nov 22, 2017
4 min

Where to Elope in Prospect Park: 8 Hidden Gems

Love the iconic architectural views and natural scenery of Central Park for your elopement? But feelin’ that Brooklyn vibe?! We get it! B...

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