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Hudson Valley Ceremonies is a wedding officiant business in Rhinebeck, New York. For more than two decades, they have been part of the joy of weddings, catering to each couple that hires them. Hudson Valley Ceremonies adjusts package options to fit each couple's budget and specific needs.

Services Offered

Hudson Valley Ceremonies is licensed and offers counseling services to Rhinebeck and the surrounding areas of New Jersey, New York, Connecticut, and Massachusetts. They accommodate custom vows and can conduct services for a host of wedding types, including single-religion and interfaith. The team has officiated eco-friendly and military weddings, as well as weddings involving various religions such as Anglican, Buddhist, and Jewish. Their officiants personalize each ceremony according to the wishes of each couple, to ensure that their love and relationship shines through. Hudson Valley Ceremonies also offers planning services to couples, should they need them.

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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?

$550

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

$100

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?

Bilingual

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?

CT
NJ
NY
PA

What languages do you speak?

English
Hebrew
Spanish

Reviews of Hudson Valley Ceremonies

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Hudson Valley Ceremonies, led by Sandra O'Connell, received glowing reviews for providing exceptional wedding planning services at various venues. Clients praised Sandra's dedication, organization, and ability to flawlessly execute weddings, ensuring a seamless and stress-free experience. From narrowing down vendors to coordinating on-site logistics, Sandra and her team were lauded for their professionalism, attention to detail, and supportive presence before and during the events. Clients appreciated their expertise in recommending vendors, creating timelines, and ensuring that every aspect of the wedding day ran smoothly, resulting in memorable and magical celebrations.

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Hudson Valley Ceremonies, led by Sandra O'Connell, received glowing reviews for providing exceptional wedding planning services at various venues. Clients praised Sandra's dedication, organization, and ability to flawlessly execute weddings, ensuring a seamless and stress-free experience. From narrowing down vendors to coordinating on-site logistics, Sandra and her team were lauded for their professionalism, attention to detail, and supportive presence before and during the events. Clients appreciated their expertise in recommending vendors, creating timelines, and ensuring that every aspect of the wedding day ran smoothly, resulting in memorable and magical celebrations.

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Allyson Sent on 10/05/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Jeanne & Chrissy & HVC Team were wonderful!

HVC Ceremonies is an incredible wedding event team to work with on your big day! We not only worked with Jeanne, the owner, but her assistant, Chrissy, as well as her bartenders and nanny! I could not go anywhere on my wedding day without a guest telling me how amazing the bartenders were; they received endless compliments and were so accomodating to our guests - very sweet & fun as well! They were slinging drinks and getting down on the dance floor; so awesome to see! The nanny was wonderful as well; very trustworthy and kept in contact with my sister the entire time. We had never left our son with a non-family member before - he is only 3-months-old - but it was a great first time experience! She even picked him up from the venue since we were running late. Jeanne would not hire somebody she wouldn’t trust with her own kids!!!

Jeanne & Chrissy set-up our wedding so beautifully and ensured everything was done perfectly! Always listen to Jeanne; she is a BASILICA HUDSON expert and knows the venue in & out. She has a whole list of rentals as well - highly recommend the greenery package & swing. The guests LOVED the swing!

It truly was an unbelievable night and we are so thankful to Jeanne for making it all happen! If you’re looking at the Basilica, BOOK HVC!
Julie
Julie Sent on 01/04/2024
5 out of 5 rating

A Wonderful Wedding Planner and On Site Team!

We were married at City Winery Hudson Valley on 9/30/23 and are thrilled we decided to work with Hudson Valley Ceremonies for our big day! Sandra O'Connell was wonderful to work with - from the very beginning she helped me narrow down which vendors to work with - all of whom were incredible industry professionals - and she was always there for any question I needed clarity on. On our actual wedding day her and her assistant Mary were on site from the early morning through to the end of our reception - and the day could not have gone smoother. It was so comforting to have them coordinating with our vendors and the venue throughout the day - there wasn't one question I needed to answer because they were so on top of it - so I truly got to focus on the excitement of the day instead of the logistics. There were a couple items that were brought to my attention throughout the night, and Sandra was always right there to swoop in and help correct. Also the little very important things like gathering all of our cards and personal items before the night was over and bringing back to the bridal suite - I never would have had the capacity to do it all. Thank you so much!!
Jessa
Jessa Sent on 11/27/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Sandra Made Our Wedding Dreams Come True!

We were married this past September at Timber Lake Camp and had the wedding (and weekend) of our dreams thanks to Sandra O'Connell at Hudson Valley Ceremonies.

If you don't get to the end of this review and only read one thing: Hiring Sandra was one of the best decisions we made for our wedding. She is beyond dedicated to giving you the wedding of your dreams, and her ability to execute and make it ALL happen is nothing short of extraordinary. Every wedding needs a Sandra!

We had the pleasure of working with Sandra from the beginning of our wedding planning journey all the way through our 3 day wedding weekend. When we were stumped looking for venues that could accommodate our large guest list AND a weekend-long celebration.

Sandra approached us with a "think outside the box" venue: Timber Lake Camp, a beautifully serene summer camp nestled in the Catskills. We were unsure about the idea of a summer camp wedding but trusted her instinct - and thankfully we did. The day we visited the camp we knew it was PERFECT. 500 gorgeous acres with plenty of room to accommodate ALL of our guests, that we could have all to ourselves for an entire weekend - camp cabins, facilities, staff, and all! It truly felt like she had pulled a rabbit out of a hat and that was only the start of Sandra's magic!

Throughout the entire year and a half long planning process, Sandra lent us her ear and expertise: she listened to our wishes, concerns, thoughts; guided us through a million different decisions; provided alternative options/ideas to meet our budget; and found the perfect vendors to bring our vision to life. She sat in on our calls with the coordinator at the camp, and even made visits to the camp with us - including one visit during a snowstorm! She also managed our multitude of vendors (including 3 separate caterers!) from the initial inquiries all the way through to the end of packing up after the wedding.

When the wedding weekend came around, Sandra stayed on site all 3 days and made every event run smoothly - we felt like she was somehow everywhere all at once! We had multiple events, including our rehearsal, a Welcome BBQ, Karaoke Night, late night bonfire, and activities throughout the camp. If there were any hiccups, we didn't know about them! The day of the wedding, between everything she was coordinating and the multiple vendors on-site, she somehow still found time to check in with us to make sure we were okay. But honestly we truly felt at ease with Sandra running the show. Her professionalism, calmness, and get-it-done attitude made every part of the weeknd run seamlessly! And on top of it all, she made our marriage official by signing our marriage license. :) A total bonus that she is ordained and a special memory to share with her as she was such a big part of our special day!

Our guests are still talking about how magical the weekend was. Many specifically commented that even with so many events and activities going on, it was one the most well-coordinated and organized weddings they'd attended. It was definitely a huge effort to pull off a 3 day wedding weekend on a 500 acre camp, but teamwork truly made this dream work! We could not be more grateful to Sandra, her team, and all of our amazing vendors for giving us a wedding better than we could have ever imagined! We can't recommend Sandra and HVC enough.
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2022 Winner
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Professional Network & Endorsements

29 Endorsements
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Hudson Valley ceremonies has many options that you can choose, from traditional to custom ceremonies. Everyone that I have worked with has been very nice and easy to work with.

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Jeanne and her staff are experts and always a pleasure to work with.

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Fantastic to work with! Always communicating what they need from us during ceremony music! It is truly a pleasure to work with such great professionals!

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