Skip to main content
Weddings

About

I am a retired University of Arkansas-Fayetteville vice chancellor who enjoys preforming weddings.

Since retiring 9 years ago I have married over 200 couples at more than 60 different venues.

My experience ranges from full-scale, formal weddings, to one-hour-notice informal events.

I am available to assist any couple with a valid marriage license.

LET'S VISIT. I offer a no-obligation, no-cost visit in a Fayetteville, Arkansas, coffee shop with any couple looking for an NWA wedding officiant.

FEES

The fee for a wedding in Washington County is $325. A day-before rehearsal is $275.

For Benton County and other counties adjacent to Washington, the wedding fee (including travel) is $400, and a day-before rehearsal is $350.

To book a wedding and reserve the date, a $100 fee is due within 7 days. While not refundable, the $100 does apply to the total. The balance can be paid anytime up to one week before the wedding date.

Payments may be made by Venmo, PayPal, check or cash.

Richard Hudson

Arkansas Northwest Weddings

illustration popular

Vendors you may like

See other vendors that are popular with couples right now

Frequently asked questions

Does starting price include the ceremony rehearsal?

No

What is the starting price for ceremony rehearsals?

$250

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

Non-religious
Interfaith
Ceremony Rehearsal
Vow Renewal
Civil Union

What religious affiliations do you serve?

Anglican
Baptist
Catholic
Episcopalian
Evangelical
Lutheran
Methodist
Mormon
No Denomination
Orthodox Christian
Presbyterian
Quaker
Unitarian

On average, how long are wedding ceremonies you officiate?

Less than 30 mins.

In which states are you licensed?

AR
OK

What languages do you speak?

English

Reviews of Arkansas Northwest Weddings

K
Kylan Sent on 08/19/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Richard was great!

Richard was a great addition to our wedding vendors. He did everything an officiant needed to do. He texted me a week before the wedding to confirm all details and told me when he would arrive. Though this is a small detail, it put me at ease, and i knew I had nothing to worry about the day of my wedding.
D
Dalton Sent on 05/22/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Officiant with Guidance

Mr. Hudson was very accommodating to my wife and I leading up to our wedding day. Mr. Hudson made it very easy for us to decide on the officiant script. I would highly recommend his services.
M
Mark Sent on 03/25/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing Officiant

Mr. Hudson did an amazing job officiating my wedding. He is very professional and genuinely cares about his clients happiness. My wife and I were very please with every aspect of our wedding. I highly recommend Mr. Hudson if you are looking for an officiant!
We're all about trust. Our community relies on honest reviews to help you make those big decisions with ease.

Awards

40
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2021 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2020 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2019 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2018 Winner

Map

Addresses map
Next Wedding Officiants: Beasley Weddings

Other vendors in Little Rock for your wedding

Wedding Vendors