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Marriage Forever, by Brandon B. Harrison is a professional wedding officiant company based out of San Diego, California that serves couples all over San Diego county and beyond. I have officiated over 195 weddings since 2014. My goal is to provide a unique and custom experience for each couple I work with. I am dedicated to ensuring your special day is everything you dreamed it to be. Marriage Forever looks forward to meeting you, and getting started on your customized ceremony.


Standard package

The price of $1000 includes three 30 minute Zoom pre-wedding meetings to go over your ceremony script, the ceremony, the rehearsal and turning in the marriage license. Booking is complete when the $700 deposit is paid and contract is signed.

(Pricing is subject to change based on distance/mileage that will be driven for the ceremony and rehearsal)

If there is no rehearsal, or I’m not available for rehearsal, the price is $950.

Elopements are $400. Booking is complete with a $300 deposit and signed contract.

Acceptable payment forms are: Cash, Check, Cash App ($bharrison1987), PayPal, or Venmo (www.venmo.com/Brandon-Harrison-28).

Tips for exceptional service are not expected but are very much appreciated!

Booking is complete when $700 deposit is made and officiant request online form is completed and online contract is signed.

I will arrive the day of the ceremony 45 minutes prior to the ceremony unless otherwise needed.

There is a $50 late fee if the ceremony starts 1 hour or more later than the agreed upon time.

There is also a $50 late fee if the final payment is not paid by the end of the day the ceremony is held.

Click the link below to watch a video of a wedding we officiated.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3e2jkGz1utY

Click the link below to see more photos from a wedding we officiated on the beach in May 2019 in the Mission Bay area.

https://victoriaperez.smugmug.com/JM-Married/n-B9WCCB/

Click the link below to see more photos from a wedding we officiated in Downtown San Diego April 2019.

https://elizabethirelandlanzphotography.pixieset.com//schoelenwedding/

A preferred photographer I work with is: https://www.eyemfocusdstudio.com/

Each couple will start with either an in-person, email or over the phone consultation to go over their needs and desires. From there, I will create a ceremony that reflects your love as a couple. I officiate interfaith, single-religion, non-religious weddings and vow renewals. With over 12 years of experience officiating weddings, and as one of the top rated officiants in San Diego, we know that I will exceed your expectations.

Extra Service Offered


Silver package

I offer a silver package of 2 one hour zoom consultations, rehearsal, ceremony officiating, 3 pre marriage coaching sessions, and a 6 month accountability check in, & turning in marriage license for $1,800

Gold package

The full gold package I offer is 2 one hour zoom consultations, rehearsal, ceremony officiating, reception emcee, 4 pre marriage coaching sessions and 6 month accountability check in, & turning in marriage license for $2000

This package is for couples that want me to stay and emcee their reception! That means that I work with your DJ and add my fun flair to your reception!

Grand Entrance

First Dance

Toasts

Cake Cutting

Bouquet and Garter Toss

Money Dance and more!

If you are interested in having me emcee your reception, please contact me now to check availability by Emailing marriageforever1@gmail.com

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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?

Yes

What is the starting price for ceremony rehearsals?

$50

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

$50

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

Non-religious
Interfaith
Ceremony Rehearsal
Vow Renewal

What services do you provide?

Premarital Counseling

What religious affiliations do you serve?

Anglican
Baptist
Catholic
Evangelical
Lutheran
Methodist
No Denomination
Orthodox Christian
Pagan
Presbyterian

On average, how long are wedding ceremonies you officiate?

Less than 30 mins.

In which states are you licensed?

AZ
AR
CA
CO
DC
FL
HI
IL
LA
MI
MT
OH
OR
PA
TX

What languages do you speak?

English

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Brandon is a highly recommended officiant and premarital counselor known for warmth, professionalism, and clear communication. He crafts personalized, heartfelt ceremonies that calm nerves and engage guests. Reviewers praised his punctuality, organization, flexibility, and meaningful premarital counseling.

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Brandon is a highly recommended officiant and premarital counselor known for warmth, professionalism, and clear communication. He crafts personalized, heartfelt ceremonies that calm nerves and engage guests. Reviewers praised his punctuality, organization, flexibility, and meaningful premarital counseling.

Dahlia
Dahlia Sent on 11/10/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Best Officiant!!!!

I cannot say enough good things about Brandon. We live in Missouri and wanted to get married in San Diego. Looking for a minister to perform our elopement was nerve-wracking, but once we found Brandon and spoke with him, we knew that we would have no worries concerning the ceremony. Brandon was the best, always responding quickly to our questions and requests. When he finally met him in person on our wedding day, it felt like seeing an old friend. He arrived early, as promised, and everything went perfectly.
We highly recommend Brandon! San Diego is lucky to have such a great officiant.
Molly
Molly Sent on 10/19/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Our Ceremony Was Everything We Hoped For

Brandon was absolutely amazing to work with! From the very beginning, he had such a calming and reassuring presence that instantly made us feel comfortable. His presence and direction during both the rehearsal and the ceremony put us completely at ease and helped calm any pre-wedding nerves. He led our ceremony with so much warmth and sincerity, and it felt so natural and heartfelt.

Our guests kept telling us how great Brandon was and how personal and genuine the ceremony felt, which meant so much to us. He truly made our ceremony everything we hoped it would be. We’re so grateful he was part of our day and couldn’t have asked for a better officiant!
Harper
Harper Sent on 10/17/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Above and Beyond Every Step of the Way

Brandon went above and beyond every step of the way, from our very first conversation to the moment we said “I do.” He made the planning process seamless and joyful, taking the time to truly understand our story and what mattered most to us. His premarital counseling was also an incredible experience. It was thoughtful, insightful, and deeply personal, which strengthened our connection and helped us grow as a couple in ways we’ll carry with us forever.

By the time our wedding day arrived, Brandon felt less like an officiant and more like family. His warmth, humor, and genuine care made the ceremony deeply personal and meaningful for us and every one of our guests. He made us feel seen, supported, and celebrated every step of the way.

We cannot recommend Brandon enough. If you want an officiant who goes above and beyond, truly invests in your journey, and leaves you feeling like you’ve gained a lifelong friend, Brandon is the one to choose!
Korina
Korina Sent on 10/17/2025
5 out of 5 rating

We loved working with Brandon!

I absolutely loved working with Brandon! He was incredibly professional, friendly, and organized from start to finish. On the wedding day, he took initiative and handled everything seamlessly. I'm a wedding planner and our couple had an amazing experience with him and spoke so highly of their pre-marital counseling sessions. Guests adored him and the ceremony felt heartfelt and perfectly paced. I’ll definitely be recommending him to future couples and can’t encourage booking him enough!
LyKai
Lykai Sent on 10/16/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Awesome Officiant

I had the pleasure of working with Brandon for one of my weddings, and he was an absolute joy to collaborate with! He was organized, punctual, and brought such warmth and professionalism to the ceremony. His delivery was heartfelt and engaging and you could feel how much care he put into making the couple’s story come to life.

From a coordinator’s perspective, I really appreciated his clear communication, flexibility during rehearsal, and calm presence on the wedding day. He made the process seamless for both the couple and our team. I would highly recommend Brandon to any couple looking for someone who can create a personal, meaningful, and beautifully executed ceremony.
K
Kevin Sent on 05/21/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing Officiant

Brandon is amazing to work with. He's professional, personable, and well spoken. He's a natural. One of the best officiants we have ever worked with. If you are looking for someone to be part of your special day, give this man an opportunity, you won't regret it.
V
Vanessa Sent on 05/19/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Best Wedding Officiant

I am a wedding planner, and recently just worked with Brandon for one of my couple's weddings. He was amazing! So kind, fun and really brought emotion to the ceremony. Brandon was also very flexible with any changes the couple wanted. I will definitely be recommending him to more of my clients!
C
Chisom Sent on 09/03/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Incredible Officiant!!! Cannot recommend him enough!

We had Brandon officiate our wedding and we cannot recommend him enough! He was communicative every step of the way, professional and most of all, a warm, kind energy to have on our wedding day. He made sure to execute our ceremony exactly how we wished which is a testament to the time he took to get to know us and truly understand our vision. His energy as an officiant is unmatched! We 100% recommend him if you're looking for a stellar officiant.
J
Jasmin Sent on 04/16/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect Ceremony, Perfect officiant!

We cannot thank Brandon enough for making our wedding ceremony so special. From the very first meeting, he was warm, friendly, and professional. He took the time to get to know us as a couple and what we envisioned for our ceremony.
Brandon crafted a beautiful ceremony that was both personal and meaningful. He had our guests laughing and crying (happy tears!) and created a truly unforgettable moment for us. We received so many compliments on the ceremony, and everyone agreed that Brandon was fantastic.
If you are looking for an officiant who will go the extra mile to make your wedding ceremony perfect, look no further than Brandon. We highly recommend him.
T
Tahnie Sent on 01/22/2024
5 out of 5 rating

10 out of 10 experience !!

If you are looking for a personal experience for marital counseling and a wedding day officiant, look no further than Brandon. His professional guidance is unmatched. His energy is just what we needed for the wedding day. Calm and collected. We cannot recommend his services enough! Thank you.
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