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Welcome and congratulations! I’ve had the joy of officiating weddings for over five years, and just recently joined WeddingWire.
It’s been an incredibly rewarding experience to be part of such a meaningful moment in couples’ lives. My goal is to create a welcoming, comfortable environment where you feel at ease (because I know the big day can be filled with all sorts of emotions). I truly enjoy getting to know each couple and helping tell your unique love story on your special day.
Whether your ceremony is small and simple or thoughtfully planned down to the last detail, I strive to create a warm, personal, and meaningful experience that reflects your love story.
In addition to being a wedding officiant, I’m also a Registered Nurse. During the height of COVID, I had the profound honor of marrying a couple in the hospital. Moments like that remind me why I do this — helping couples come together, no matter the circumstances, is truly where my heart lies.

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It would be an honor to officiate your wedding, and I look forward to meeting you!

Officiant Sonja NYC is a bespoke wedding officiant service based in New York City.

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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 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
Anglican
Baptist
Buddhist
Catholic
Earth-Based
Episcopalian
Evangelical
Hindu
Islam
Jewish
Lutheran
Methodist
Mormon
No Denomination
Presbyterian
Quaker
Unitarian
Other

On average, how long are wedding ceremonies you officiate?

Less than 30 mins.
30-60 mins.

In which states are you licensed?

NY

What languages do you speak?

English

Reviews of Officiant Sonja NYC

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Officiant Sonja is highly praised by multiple reviewers for her exceptional services and heartfelt ceremonies. She is described as organized, thoughtful, and genuinely caring, with a deep understanding of couples' stories and values. Sonja's personalized and meaningful ceremonies, along with her calming presence and warm demeanor, have left couples feeling grateful, special, and stress-free on their wedding days. Reviewers highly recommend Sonja for officiating weddings, emphasizing the elevate experience she brings to each ceremony.

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This AI-generated summary gives you a snapshot of the overall ratings and feedback from the reviews this vendor has received.

Officiant Sonja is highly praised by multiple reviewers for her exceptional services and heartfelt ceremonies. She is described as organized, thoughtful, and genuinely caring, with a deep understanding of couples' stories and values. Sonja's personalized and meaningful ceremonies, along with her calming presence and warm demeanor, have left couples feeling grateful, special, and stress-free on their wedding days. Reviewers highly recommend Sonja for officiating weddings, emphasizing the elevate experience she brings to each ceremony.

Juergen
Juergen Sent on 06/10/2025
5 out of 5 rating

She does it, because she loves it

Sonja is an oncology nurse who moonlights as a wedding official. It shines through her ceremonies, that she genuinely cares for people.
Xixi
Xixi Sent on 09/28/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Sonja is very kind to work with, very collaborative.

We had a pre interview with Sonja, she knows the ceremony process and requirements from City Clerk very well. We are grateful to have her as our officiant.
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L B Sent on 08/19/2025
5 out of 5 rating

The absolute best!

Sonja is an Angel! She’s extremely organized, and helps facilitate all the steps so the process is smooth and stress free. The ceremony that she put together is incredibly thoughtful and made our celebration very special. I highly recommend Sonja for your wedding officiant :)
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Rachelle Sent on 06/09/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Central Park elopement

Sonja is absolutely amazing. She was able to marry my husband and I in Central Park. She had such a loving speech. Sonja is timely, organized: she had all the papers ready for us. Highly recommended and she will always be in our memory for that special day!
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Tamiesha Sent on 06/05/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Personal, seamless, heartfelt, professional — Sonja made our day unforgettable

We feel so lucky to have had Sonja as our officiant — she was everything we didn’t know we needed and more. From the very beginning, she was proactive, thoughtful, and truly took the time to understand us. She tailored the ceremony to reflect our values, style, and personalities so seamlessly, it felt like it had been written from our own hearts.

Sonja guided us through every step with care and intention, checking in often, offering ideas, and calming any nerves along the way. She doesn’t just show up for the ceremony — she shows up for you. Our day was joyful, personal, and meaningful, largely thanks to her.

If you're on the fence — book her. Sonja doesn’t just officiate your wedding, she elevates it.
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Mo Beau Sent on 06/05/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Sonja is terrific

Sonja is a great listener. She is happy to accommodate and make your special day personal and joyous. She will be a lovely addition to your NY Wedding.
K
Kiwi Sent on 06/04/2025
5 out of 5 rating

She is amazing, warm, kind professional who got me married in April 2020. I really loved her speech and a special personalization for our family

She made me feel very special on my wedding day and she made it happen despite all COVID related closures and restrictions. I am very grateful to have such an amazing officiant!
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Beth Sent on 05/26/2025
5 out of 5 rating

So Lovely!

Officiant Sonja is genuine and lovely. She took the time to get to know both of us as a couple and learned our story. Her warmth and kindness truly put me at ease on my wedding day. The ceremony was so lovely. Her words felt authentic and meaningful, while her sense of humor added just the right touch of joy and lightness to our big day. We are so glad we chose Officiant Sonja!
Amy
Amy Sent on 05/26/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect experience at our ceremony.

We had the absolute pleasure of having Sonja as our wedding officiant in New York, and we couldn’t be more grateful for the incredible experience she gave us. From our first interaction, Sonja was professional, kind, and exceptionally thoughtful. She took the time to understand our story, our values, and what we wanted from the ceremony, and she delivered something truly special.

Every detail was handled with care and grace. Sonja has a calming presence and a genuine warmth that made the entire process smooth and stress-free. Our guests even commented on how heartfelt and beautifully delivered the ceremony was—it felt personal, meaningful, and perfectly us.

If you're looking for someone who will not only officiate your wedding but also elevate the entire experience with professionalism and compassion, we wholeheartedly recommend Sonja. She helped make our day unforgettable
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