The 10 Best Wedding Officiants in Greater New York City Metro

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Massa of Ceremonies

5.0 (2)
· Staten Island, NY

"We've booked Anthony as our officiant for our wedding in October 2025. We are so excited. His warm, charming..."

English Ceremony Rehearsal Interfaith Civil Union Non-religious

$800
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Officiant NYC

5.0 (592)
· Greater New York City Metro, NY

"Alex from OfficiantNYC did a fantastic job officiating our wedding! From the get-go he was incredibly professional..."

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Eric Coumbe Officiant

5.0 (3)
· Bronx, NY

"Eric was the officiant of our dreams! Truly so professional and emotional- all of our guests were in tears. His..."

English Ceremony Rehearsal Civil Union Non-religious

$550

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Weddings by Larissa

5.0 (192)
· Greater New York City Metro, NY

"We couldn't imagine doing this with a different officiant. Larissa is the best! Very professional and flexible..."

English Interfaith Civil Union Non-religious

Responds within 24 hours
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Fr. Stephen Ryan

5.0 (5)
· Staten Island, NY

"Fr. Stephen Ryan-Vuotto was the best choice that my now husband and I could’ve made. From the moment we chose..."

English Licensed Ceremony Rehearsal Interfaith Civil Union

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Your Love Overrules

Brooklyn, NY

From their base in Westbury, New York, Your Love Overrules officiates weddings all over the US. Minister Valerie, their...Read more lead officiant, is legally ordained by the American Marriage Industries (AMA), allowing her to officiate weddings in any state. She works closely with the idea that all love should...

English Ceremony Rehearsal Interfaith Civil Union Non-religious

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The Reverend D

5.0 (130)
· Forest Hills, NY

"There aren’t enough words to describe how incredible Rev D was. The moment our first video call connected we..."

Ceremony Rehearsal Interfaith Civil Union Non-religious

$500
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Have Lover, Will Travel

5.0 (74)
· Brooklyn, NY

"We contacted Liz a bit last-minute for our elopement in New York. As working grad students from Montreal, it was..."

English Spanish Licensed Ceremony Rehearsal Interfaith

$500

Responds within 24 hours
Popular with couples

EmceeT L.L.C.

4.9 (9)
· East Elmhurst, NY

"Tunde was personable, professional, and stress-free – Made Our Ceremony Perfect!"

English Spanish Chinese French Licensed

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$450

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lets get married

5.0 (6)
· Ozone Park, NY

Congratulations, I have been an officiant for over 9 years and would love to be part of your special day. I am a true...Read more believer that a wedding ceremony should not be performed in a clerks office. Why not get married where your heart desires surround by ALL your loved ones. I have performed wedding...

English Spanish Licensed Ceremony Rehearsal Interfaith

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$225

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Vows and Beyond Officiant

5.0 (2)
· Bronx, NY

"Maddalen and her team were a joy to work with. She had really great ideas and made sure communication was clear...."

English Ceremony Rehearsal Interfaith Civil Union Non-religious

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Alice Soloway, Uncommon Wedding Officiant and Celebrant

5.0 (204)
· Brooklyn, NY

"Alice Soloway is an incredible person and a fantastic officiant. During our first meeting with her, we knew she..."

Ceremony Rehearsal Interfaith Civil Union Non-religious
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Rabbi Laurie Gold

5.0 (10)
· College Point, NY

Rabbi Laurie Gold is a wedding officiant based on New York City. She works with couples to create a wedding ceremony...Read more that is individualized to them as a couple and meaningful for couples and their guests. Rabbi Gold is known as being the “down-to-earth” rabbi, making couples feel encouraged to...

English Ceremony Rehearsal Interfaith Civil Union Non-religious
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Izolda Trakhtenberg Officiant

5.0 (2)
· Brooklyn, NY

Ist LLC is a wedding officiant company based out of Brooklyn, New York. Izolda Trakhtenberg is the owner and...Read more non-denominational celebrant of this business. An ordained minister from the Universal Life Church, Izolda has been performing customized ceremonies for couples since 1992. Born and raised in...

English Spanish Russian Licensed Ceremony Rehearsal
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NY Wedding Rabbi Lev H

5.0 (6)
· Long Island City, NY

NY Wedding Rabbi Lev Herrnson regularly serves individuals and couples from Reform, Conservative and unaffiliated...Read more families. He has great sensitivity to the challenges of being Jewish in the modern world—because of his own Jewish journey and varied experiences, and therefore welcomes women and men...

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Amy NY Notary and Weddings

5.0 (2)
· Staten Island, NY

"Amy married me in front of my family. She was really prepared and did a phenomenal job. I would highly recommend..."

English Interfaith Civil Union Non-religious

$350
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Reverend Randi Peck

5.0 (6)
· Staten Island, NY

Hello! My name is Reverend Randi Peck. Thank you for your interest in my services. As a Staten Island officiant or...Read more minister, I serve the entire New York Tri-State area. I am indeed registered in Manhattan as an officiant and the rest of New York City (all five boroughs) to perform weddings. My...

Ceremony Rehearsal Interfaith Civil Union Non-religious
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Mama Donna Henes Urban Shaman

4.9 (24)
· Brooklyn, NY

Mama Donna Henes Urban Shaman is a ceremonialist based in New York City who has officiated hundreds of celebrations....Read more Specializing in ceremonies that speak to all belief systems and cultural practices, Donna Henes Urban Shaman aims to make everyone at your ceremony feel included. She has officiated...

English Licensed Ceremony Rehearsal Interfaith Civil Union
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Comfort Circle Marriage and Family therapy

5.0 (1)
· Jamaica, NY

"There are not enough words to describe how much my husband and I loved working with Rosemary. We started seeing..."
Blessings by Liza

Staten Island, NY

Blessings by Liza is a wedding officiant service based in Staten Island, New York. Liza Alvarez is an ordained minister...Read more through the Universal Life Church, a marriage officiant registered with the New York City Clerk's Office, a licensed notary public, and a published author. She is passionate about...
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Vincent Saladino, Wedding Officiant

5.0 (10)
· Staten Island, NY

"After our wedding officiant canceled on us six weeks before our wedding, we hired Vincent based on a..."

English Italian Ceremony Rehearsal Interfaith Civil Union

$750
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Vivid Vows LLC

5.0 (10)
· Bronx, NY

"If you haven’t found your Officiant, she’s your to go to Officiant! Very professional, Since of humor is..."

English Spanish French Ceremony Rehearsal Interfaith

$740
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Rabbi Segal

5.0 (5)
· Brooklyn, NY

Rabbi Shlomo Segal, of Brooklyn, New York, is a certified and licensed wedding officiant for Jewish weddings in the New...Read more York and New Jersey areas. He founded his Sheepshead Bay based Liberal-Orthodox congregation, Kehilat Moshe, in 2013, and has been officiating weddings in accordance with Halakhah...

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Rev Diaz Wedding Enterprises

4.8 (13)
· Brooklyn, NY

Rev Diaz , a Wedding Ministry providing religous and civil ceremony to all denomination your wedding you way, other...Read more ceremonies include:Baby Dedication, Baptism, Communion Service ,House-Blessing, and Memorial-Services.

English Ceremony Rehearsal Interfaith Civil Union Non-religious

Make it Official: How to find Wedding Officiants in NYC

A wedding is perhaps the most romantic event in a person’s life. For many couples, it’s easy to get caught up in a whirlwind of planning such romantic details – the dress, cake, and decor all offer opportunities to personalize the Big Day. Amidst the frenzy of planning, the task of hiring a wedding officiant is often pushed to the last minute. While some engaged couples have a beloved pastor or family member perform the ceremony, others opt to hire wedding officiants in NYC. Whatever you decide, do your homework to ensure your wedding ceremony is official.

When to Book NYC Wedding Officiants

While hiring an officiant might not be at the top of your to-do list, it’s important to book yours well before you plan to tie the knot. In many cases, NYC wedding officiants see their calendars book up six to eight months in advance. This is especially true if you plan to get married between the months of May and October. Booking early has its perks: not only will you have your pick of wedding officiants in NYC, but you’ll also have plenty of time to work with them on the structure of the ceremony itself.

Interviewing Your Prospective New York City Officiant

When deciding who to hire, it’s important to understand how each NYC wedding officiant differs from their peers. Ask how they’ll create the ceremony with you and your partner in mind, and see how willing they are to have you contribute to the process. If you’re getting married in a church or temple, you may want to ask about their religious background and whether or not they have any requirements for their duties. Details about their officiant experience, background and expectations for the ceremony can also help you make a decision on whom to hire.

It’s also important to discuss the logistics of the actual wedding day. Will they be available for a rehearsal? Will they fill out and sign your marriage license? If they get sick and can’t make it, will they send in a substitute? Do they plan to stick around for the reception? Will you need to provide a meal for them? Ask, too, about their fees and payment deadlines. Getting on the same page with wedding officiants in NYC can help keep stress at bay.

Finding the Right NYC Wedding Officiant for Your Big Day

You’ll be tasked with many important decisions when planning a wedding, and everything from decor to your officiant can reflect the values you and your partner share. After interviewing your options, you’ll likely find yourself drawn to a particular officiant’s style, attitude, or experience level. In other cases, availability and cost may drive your decision. Whatever your priority, be sure to commit well in advance of your wedding day – the last thing you’ll want is to miss out on hiring NYC wedding officiants because another bride or groom asked them first!

With your officiant hired, you’ll be ready to get married, right? Not so fast! Check each wedding planning task off our comprehensive list to ensure maximum organization. It’s just one of the many helpful resources offered by WeddingWire!

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Massa of Ceremonies

Officiant NYC

Eric Coumbe Officiant

Weddings by Larissa

Fr. Stephen Ryan

Your Love Overrules

The Reverend D

Have Lover, Will Travel

EmceeT L.L.C.

lets get married

Vows and Beyond Officiant

Alice Soloway, Uncommon Wedding Officiant and Celebrant

Rabbi Laurie Gold

Izolda Trakhtenberg Officiant

NY Wedding Rabbi Lev H

Amy NY Notary and Weddings

Reverend Randi Peck

Mama Donna Henes Urban Shaman

Comfort Circle Marriage and Family therapy

Blessings by Liza

Vincent Saladino, Wedding Officiant

Vivid Vows LLC

Rabbi Segal

Rev Diaz Wedding Enterprises

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