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A professional and easy-going wedding officiant located in Monterey, California, Monterey Bay Wedding Officiants has been working with couples for over a decade. Brian Borgia, the officiant, and celebrant of Monterey Bay Wedding Officiants has officiated over 2,000 weddings and is considered one of the most sought-after wedding officiants in Monterey County. He assists couples by writing customized and creative ceremonies just as they envision.

Services Offered
Brian collaborates with you to plan out your ceremony exactly as you see fit. He strives to make you happy and always does his best to foresee and plan around issues that may come up. Brian will provide you with a copy of the ceremony before it begins, and his experiences as an event and wedding planner also come in handy when you have questions about the surrounding area and local vendors. Though he is non-denominational, he works with a range of religious preferences, such as agnostic, Baptist, Catholic, and Presbyterian. Couples can work with Brian on any type of ceremony, including civil unions, interfaith, non-religious, or single religion, rehearsals, and vow renewals.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the typical price for your wedding services?

$370

What is the starting price for your wedding services?

$295

Does starting price include the ceremony rehearsal?

No

What is the starting price for ceremony rehearsals?

$100

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?

Agnostic
Baptist
Buddhist
Catholic
Evangelical
Jewish
Methodist
No Denomination
Orthodox Christian
Presbyterian

On average, how long are wedding ceremonies you officiate?

Less than 30 mins.

In which states are you licensed?

CA

What languages do you speak?

English

Reviews of Monterey Bay Wedding Officiants

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Brian of Elope in Monterey receives glowing reviews for his exceptional services as a wedding officiant, creating personalized and memorable ceremonies for couples. Clients appreciate his professionalism, clear communication, and attention to detail, with many praising his ability to tailor ceremonies to reflect the couple's love story. Brian's warm and kind demeanor, along with his ability to connect with clients on a personal level, make him a highly recommended choice for those seeking an officiant for a special and meaningful wedding ceremony in Monterey.

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Brian of Elope in Monterey receives glowing reviews for his exceptional services as a wedding officiant, creating personalized and memorable ceremonies for couples. Clients appreciate his professionalism, clear communication, and attention to detail, with many praising his ability to tailor ceremonies to reflect the couple's love story. Brian's warm and kind demeanor, along with his ability to connect with clients on a personal level, make him a highly recommended choice for those seeking an officiant for a special and meaningful wedding ceremony in Monterey.

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Vennessa B. Sent on 10/19/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Short & Sweet!

Eloped in Big Sur with a quick ceremony (~15 min) at a cabin. We told Brian we would just do traditional vows and a non-religious script and he delivered a beautiful speech. He was on time, dressed lovely, and very kind in the small time we had together. Forever grateful and would highly recommend!
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Amanda M. Sent on 10/29/2024
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Amazing officiant!

Brian was absolutely amazing throughout the whole wedding planning process as our officiant. He was so easy to work with and very communicative about everything. Highly recommend!
Kelly
Kelly Y. Sent on 11/06/2024
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October Carmel Elopement for 10 people

If you're looking to have a super special, personalized wedding, I highly recommend Elope in Monterey.

I had the best experience working with Brian to plan my October elopement this year. Brian was super personable and communicative prior to the official day, and I always felt like I could reach him if I had any questions. As someone who has no experience with weddings, Brian provided really helpful guidance to create a super personal and special ceremony for us!

Our wedding day was during the peak of a heat wave, so there was unexpected traffic and people at the beach. However, even though we arrived a little late, Brian was already there waiting with our photographer Catherine scoping out the best area to have our ceremony. He was patient and kind as our group of 10 and a baby with very different needs settled onto the beach.

The ceremony itself was wonderful, too! For background, my parents always wanted me to get married in a more formal setting, and were a bit nervous that I found my wedding officiant on the internet :). However, Brian truly wowed my parents and created such a memorable and meaningful ceremony for us.

As someone who always kind of dreaded the overwhelming nature of a wedding, I am especially impressed by how easy Brian made everything including all the paperwork to send our wedding license in. Our wedding day was truly amazing and was everything I could have ever wanted. Thank you again, Brian!

Professional Network & Endorsements

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Every Last Detail Wedding & Event Coordination Every Last Detail Wedding & Event Coordination Wedding Planners

I've had the opportunity to work with Brian on several weddings and he's always punctual and caring when working with his couples. I never have to worry about him and always take a few moments to listen to his personalized ceremonies. I always look forward to working with him. - Patty Speirs, Every Last Detail Wedding & Event Coordination

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