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Ann McKenzie is an experienced wedding officiant based in Cary, North Carolina. Ann has been involved in the spiritual community since 1987 and considers it an honor to officiate and be involved in each couple’s special celebration. Ann strives to bring meaning, personality, and joy to your wedding ceremony, depicting the love and authenticity of your bond through her work.

Services Offered

Ann McKenzie can curate personalized ceremonies that are unique to you for your big day. She is happy to incorporate your own vows and any personal traditions or symbolic rituals to make your ceremony special. Ann can officiate both religious and non-religious ceremonies and provides her services for all couples. She also offers a ceremony rehearsal option and can supply marriage coaching for those who wish to avail of this service. Above all, Ann McKenzie strives to create a stress-free and meaningful ceremony experience for in love couples.

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Frequently asked questions

Which of the following are included in the price of your wedding officiant services?

Ceremony Rehearsal

Does starting price include the ceremony rehearsal?

No

What is the starting price for ceremony rehearsals?

$100

What is the starting price for pre-marital counseling (per session)?

$250

What types of weddings and events do you provide services for?

Non-religious
Interfaith
Ceremony Rehearsal
Vow Renewal
Civil Union

What services do you provide?

Premarital Counseling

What religious affiliations do you serve?

Agnostic
Anglican
Baha'i Faith
Baptist
Buddhist
Catholic
Earth-Based
Episcopalian
Evangelical
Hindu
Islam
Jainism
Jewish
Lutheran
Methodist
Mormon
No Denomination
Orthodox Christian
Pagan
Presbyterian
Quaker
Shinto
Sikhism
Taoist
Unitarian

On average, how long are wedding ceremonies you officiate?

Less than 30 mins.
30-60 mins.

In which states are you licensed?

AK
AZ
AR
CA
CO
DE
FL
GA
HI
ID
IL
IN
IA
KS
KY
LA
ME
MD
MA
MI
MN
MS
MO
MT
NE
NH
NJ
NM
NY
NC
ND
OH
OK
OR
PA
RI
SC
SD
TX
UT
VT
WA
WV
WI
WY

What languages do you speak?

English

Reviews of Ann McKenzie

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Ann McKenzie consistently receives high praise for her officiating services, with multiple clients commending her professionalism, organization, and personalized approach to ceremonies. She is described as attentive, calming, and skillfully able to weave couples' love stories into the vows, creating a meaningful and unforgettable experience for all involved. Her thoroughness, warmth, and ability to keep ceremonies lighthearted yet intimate earn her high recommendations for couples seeking a thoughtful and reliable officiant.

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Ann McKenzie consistently receives high praise for her officiating services, with multiple clients commending her professionalism, organization, and personalized approach to ceremonies. She is described as attentive, calming, and skillfully able to weave couples' love stories into the vows, creating a meaningful and unforgettable experience for all involved. Her thoroughness, warmth, and ability to keep ceremonies lighthearted yet intimate earn her high recommendations for couples seeking a thoughtful and reliable officiant.

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Adam Sent on 05/25/2023
5 out of 5 rating

The Perfect Ceremony

Ann officiated our wedding in April 2023. We could not be happier with all of her contributions to our ceremony. She not only has the outward attributes you want in an officiant: energy, humor, professionalism, but she also possesses a steady calmness and confidence that is at the same time understated and yet absolute. In the moment you feel the warmth and joy she creates in her ceremonies but afterwards I sit here appreciating that fact that all of that was possible because she creates a foundation of ease that lets all of that joy and happiness shine through. And it is so natural you don't even notice it while it happens. But her contributions are not limited to the day, Ann genuinely put in the effort to get to know about us as a couple in the months before the wedding and also helped guide us through steps we needed to take along the way. I wholeheartedly feel that this effort is what creates the sense of ease and joy that she exudes and it is infectious. We could not recommend her enough!
Tiffany
Tiffany Sent on 02/03/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Professional, Thoughtful, and Seamless Ceremony

Ann McKenzie was wonderful to work with and made our wedding ceremony feel meaningful, calm, and beautifully personal. From the start, she was professional, organized, and easy to communicate with, which made the entire process stress free. On the wedding day, everything flowed seamlessly and her presence helped set a warm and sincere tone for the ceremony.
We also appreciated how attentive she was behind the scenes, including promptly mailing our marriage license and keeping us informed throughout the process. Ann was a pleasure to work with, and we would happily recommend her to other couples looking for a thoughtful and reliable officiant.
Andre
Andre Sent on 12/30/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Andre and Tammy Dalrymple Wedding

Ann is the best. Everything went perfectly. We have used Ann for 2 weddings now. She is our go to. We totally recommend.
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Emma Sent on 11/22/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Loved Ann McKenzie!

My husband and I had a wonderful experience with Ann! She took all of our preferences into account with our personalized ceremony and made our day special! I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for an officiant for their day. She was delightful to get to know and the way she captured our love story was truly special.
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Anthony Sent on 11/19/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Awesome Wedding Officiant

Ann was an excellent officiant for our wedding. She kept the ceremony short and sweet and focused on calming our nerves throughout.
Amber
Amber Sent on 11/04/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Ann McKenzie is an Amazing officient!

We were so fortunate to have Ann McKenzie as our officiant! As a first-time bride, I didn’t know where to start, but Ann guided me through the entire process with patience, warmth, and professionalism. She provided wonderful options to personalize our ceremony script, which made everything feel authentic and meaningful.

Ann’s calm, genuine presence helped me feel completely at ease, and her beautifully delivered ceremony was everything we hoped for — heartfelt, personal, and full of love. Our guests couldn’t stop talking about how special it was!

We can’t recommend Ann McKenzie enough to anyone looking for an officiant who makes the planning process smooth and the ceremony unforgettable.

— The new Brandon and Amber Alford
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Kimberly Sent on 07/10/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Ann McKenzie was a great choice for our wedding!

We enjoyed working with Ann McKenzie for our June 2025 wedding. She is responsive to inquiries and thorough with follow ups. Ann has a variety of ceremony options to choose from and does not pressure you to make any decisions that don't align with your vision of a perfect wedding! Ann will ensure that you don't miss any details and keep you on track as you get closer to your big day. She is efficient, experienced and knows what she's doing. Ann ensured that our ceremony was full of unique and special moments that our guests enjoyed and we won't forget. Thank you Ann!
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Hannah Sent on 06/22/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Wonderful Ceremony

We had a great time working with Ann! She took the time to meet with us as a couple and ask questions about us, how we met, and what we love about each other. She was able to weave our love story into the vows, making it memorable and special. We felt that the ceremony was personal to us both, making it the best way to start our marriage. We are so grateful!
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Clint Sent on 06/08/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Ann is the best of the best!

From the initial contact to the online meeting, Ann walked is through everything! She is patient, kind, very professional and detail oriented. She went above and beyond to help us achieve the perfect day and the day we had envisioned!
Thank you from the bottom of our hearts. Ann will be the best choice for your special day!
Clint and Tim
Emily
Emily Sent on 06/05/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Ann was wonderful to work with :)

Anne recently officiated my wedding and did a wonderful job. Ann was up for all the changes we wanted in the ceremony script and was very helpful in making the ceremony tailored to what we wanted. We got many compliments on how wonderful the ceremony was :) She is super friendly and great to work with.
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2026 Winner
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Professional Network & Endorsements

13 Endorsements
River Ridge Golf Club River Ridge Golf Club Country Club Weddings

Ann is a wonderful officiant who customizes the ceremony to each bride and groom. She welcomes all couples and believes love is gender-blind. I highly recommend hiring Ann for your special day.

Poppy Belle Event & Floral Design Poppy Belle Event & Floral Design Wedding Florists

Ann cares about her clients and works hard to make their ceremony special. And she's just a lovely lady to have around, especially on such an important day! Highly recommend!

Photos By Clay Photos By Clay Wedding Photographers

Ann McKenzie is the minister you are looking for! She is extremely kind, thoughtful, and efficient during the entire process of your wedding. She is very experienced and familiarized with the laws. Ann will also make sure she listens to you, works closely with you and plan a meaningful ceremony for you. She will also help you with your vows. She will be there for you ahead of time to make sure the couple is prepared and there are no last minute questions. If you are looking for a minister you can TRUST, Ann is the one! We highly recommend her services!

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