Small fast wedding.

So you get a marriage license. Get married by a JP at the courthouse and you and your spouse and whoever else you want there go out to dinner. Simple.

We are looking to have an actual ceremony.. But thanks!

That's very helpful! Thank you!

Find a nice restaurant with a private room, if you do a restaurant reception that’s about 90% of the stress taken out of it because food, alcohol, decor, linens etc will all be taken care of. Find an officiant in your area and either do your ceremony at the restaurant, or in a pretty park. You’re going to need to book a photographer pretty soon, along with an officiant, and get invitations out soon although with 15 guests that shouldn’t be difficult.

I would have never even thought of any of this. I also thankfully have a photographer so I'm covered on that. I'm lacking in venue, and basic preparations. I have started planning invitations through email. Using paperless post.

I would find an amazing spot (maybe in the nature) and have the ceremony there and the reception in a restaurant with a beautiful view. Then you could upgrade the restaurant decor with some beautiful flowers. Maybe get some musicians to play for you there.

A notary can marry you in a place special to you both and then make reservations at your favorite local restaurant. Simple and elegant.

Depending on where you live, what about renting a nice pavilion in a park for the ceremony? Where I live, it would be too cold for a December wedding in a park but when I looked at renting one for my own ceremony next year, it was only $90 for the entire day (like 8am-11pm I think). You could grill out and then there's no need for a caterer, just someone to be willing to cook for everyone

A notary cannot always marry you, be sure to check the requirements in your state.

Pavilion was our first thought when we were going to get married in the spring. But for personal reasons we had to switch to December. Itll be far too cold to do that. And I'm considering maybe a small local church, and a restaurant after. Also Susan, duly noted. But if we can't find some where then we will be forced to go to the jp so the day will be the same.

A restaurant reception is probably your best option. Your first step is to decide where to hold the ceremony and reception .

"We are looking to have an actual ceremony"... well that was a nice way to insult anyone here who was married that way.

I think you need to be a little more logical. You're having a wedding in 64 days with only 15 people. Most venues have a minimum unless it's outdoors. For a church you would really need to look into that because unless you're a member of a church I imagine that would be difficult and you might need to sign up for pre cana.

I wasn't being insulting. I was simply stating what id personally like. I am being logical by knowing that 64 days is a very limited and very near impossible feat to throw together. But I'm going to try my best. Thank you!

Look for a venue like mine. I do 2 (couple only) to 52 people both ceremony only or ceremony and small reception. Google: Elopements, Small Intimate Weddings with your town and state. You should get some hits from B & B's, restaurants and smaller venue options.

Thank you letti! I will certainly look into that!

Erica, whether you meant it to be insulting or not, it was. A jp wedding has a ceremony. You are saying you would like a more traditional and personalized ceremony. Some courthouses will allow you to say your own vows and have several people attend. It can be as formal or relaxed as you wish it to be.

I am only having 4 guests, no wedding party. We are doing a lunch afterwards at a restaurant. For 15 people, some restaurants have a space for catered events, that could be an option. I know you said you have a smaller budget, the township you live in might do hall rentals. I know mine only requires a refundable deposit, because Im a resident. I have heard of people having Qdoba (taco bar!!) or noodles and company, or something along those lines cater events, that might be an affordable option

Well, I apologize to anyone I may have offended, that was certainly not my intention!

Check all inclusive elopement packages at nearby resorts and hotels! That is probably your easiest and fastest way to go! Can you give us an idea of your location?

I live close to Pittsburgh if that helps any!

Look at restaurants that have private rooms, your wedding is so small that you could all fit in one room. And I understand your idea about having a church wedding. It may be a good idea because they will be decorated for Christmas. I know that was a consideration when we booked our wedding. We are having our wedding and reception at our church where we're members. You've got this! Yes its tough, but in the end you'll still end up very married. Best of luck!