Two brides in wedding dresses exchange vows by a waterfall in upstate New York in a wooded outdoor setting.

CONSCIOUS LOVE

Short & Sweet Elopement Ceremony in NYC, Boston, and Beyond

A NO FRILLS, SIMPLE, HEARTFELT WEDDING CEREMONY FOR MODERN LOVE.

For couples who believe that less is more, this ceremony experience offers a meaningful moment without the frills—perfect for those planning a quick courthouse alternative, an intimate elopement, or a minimalist celebration.

Begin Married Life with Conscious Intentionality

Our only choose-your-own-adventure ceremony experience for couples who want a no-frills, sweet and simple ceremony for just themselves or their close-knit circle of loved ones. Choose from a selection of thoughtfully written ceremony templates for romantics, party starters, free spirits, and classic couples.

Simply pick your vibe and go.

Whether you’re saying "I do" in Central Park, a cozy backyard in Boston, or your own home, this streamlined ceremony experience is designed to honor your love without the stress or expense of a traditional wedding.

Kickin’ boring to the curb since 2015. Fun + heartfelt vibes only.

Guest Limit: 20 • Weekdays/Weekends

Email Communication

Marriage License Guidance

Accurate completion + processing of legalities

rates start at 400

Travel rates apply outside city limits

What’s Included:

A non-personalized ceremony script focused on love, commitment, and equity
Choose your ceremony vibe. Are you The Romantics, The Party Starters, The Free Spirits, or The Classic Couple?
A short, sweet, and sincere ceremony lasting approximately 5–10 minutes
Filing of your marriage license with the city after your ceremony
Choice of English or bilingual (Spanish/English) ceremony script

Perfect For:

Elopements in NYC or Boston
Couples looking for an affordable wedding ceremony option
City Hall alternatives with lots of heart
Last-minute ceremonies or weekday weddings
Recession-conscious couples who still want something modern and special
Overwhelmed partners with limited capacity to consider the details of a personalized wedding ceremony

"Karla officiated my wedding ceremony and it was perfect—I couldn't ask for better support or better vibes. By the time we met in person it felt like we already knew each other because of how well she communicated over email. Thank you, Karla!"

ALLEGRA + CHRISTOPHER
WILLIAMSBURG LOFT
"Dani at Once Upon A Vow is, without question, the most phenomenal officiant you will ever find. She turned our elopement into a seamless, magical, absolutely perfect experience. Through all the chaos and craziness of that day, she was calm and genuinely warm presence put us at ease and made our day perfect. If you’re in the market for an officiant, look no further! Take my word for it: book Dani, and I guarantee you’ll cherish every moment. We couldn’t be happier."

BRAXTON + AMELIA
TOP OF THE ROCK
"We cant recommend "Once Upon A Vow" Highly enough! Karla was our Wonderful Wedding Officiant and she made our day so special! From her funny, full of love and encouragement, emails - to the reorganization of our elopement many times due to covid - Karla was always there! We eloped from the UK and Karla was super helpful and officiant at providing information and answering our questions, we felt so at ease! On the big day we were so pleased to finally meet her in person, and her words touched us so much! Our children were welcomed with open arms to join in our ceremony, they also loved her! KARLA - Thank you again - so so much! You will forever be part of our Wedding Day!"

JOANNE + MARK
DUMBO
"Dani was absolutely a gem. Not only was Dani incredibly responsive, but she was also incredibly helpful when we had non-officiant related questions (locations, photographers, etc) and was unbelievably patient as my husband and I discussed the details. She was so flexible that even after we changed the location having signed the contract, she was more than happy to oblige. If you are looking for an officiant in the NYC (or Boston) area, 100% recommend Dani as she will give you the peace of mind you want, and make it a fun time as well!!"

SOPHIA + YULO
NEW YORK PUBLIC LIBRARY

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