Skip to main content
Weddings

Wedding Ceremony

The wedding ceremony is your big moment, and deserves just as much careful attention as the rest of your celebration. After all, saying “I do” is what makes you married! From writing your vows to choosing the perfect officiant, we’ve got the advice and insight you need to make your ceremony truly memorable.

Recently added to WeddingWire

16 Ceremony Readings from Movies for a Cinematic Wedding
Vows & Readings
Personalize your ceremony with one of these wedding readings from movies, from comedies to dramas and more.
14 Irish Wedding Ideas That Celebrate Gaelic Pride
Traditions
Celebrate your Irish heritage (or, just your love of Gaelic traditions) with these fun Irish wedding ideas.
Classic Muslim Marriage Ceremony Traditions & What They Mean
Traditions
If you’ve ever wondered why men and women sit separately or why a couple might consult an astrologer before setting a wedding date, read this.
A Catholic Wedding Ceremony: What to Expect During Mass
Traditions
Attending your first Catholic wedding ceremony? Here's a rundown of how the proceedings will go, from start to finish.
6 Beautiful Irish Wedding Traditions & What They Mean
Traditions
Bring a little luck to your wedding ceremony or reception with these meaningful Irish wedding traditions.
Native American Wedding Customs First-Time Guests Should Know
Traditions
Native American wedding customs differ by clan, but are universally centered around nature and matrilineal kinship.
13 Mexican Wedding Ideas to Celebrate Your Heritage
Traditions
Get inspired with these fun and stylish Mexican wedding ideas that will honor your heritage and surely impress your guests.
These Native American Wedding Blessings Are Meaningful and Beautiful
Vows & Readings
Adapt these ceremonial blessings and prayers for your American Indian or other cultural wedding ceremony.
Everything to Know About the Handfasting Ceremony Tradition
Traditions
Personalize your wedding ceremony by incorporating handfasting, a Celtic tradition that symbolizes unity.
Your First Muslim Wedding Ceremony? Here’s What to Expect.
Traditions
Avoid embarrassing faux pas at your first Muslim wedding ceremony. Learn what to wear, what to do, and what not to do at your first Muslim wedding.
Catholic Wedding Vows 101
Traditions
If you’re planning a Catholic wedding ceremony, you’ll need to know what you can and can’t do with your wedding vows.
Romantic Orthodox Wedding Ceremony Ideas for Modern Couples
Traditions
Eastern Orthodox wedding ceremonies have remained unchanged since the 11th century. How's that for meaningful traditions?
Here’s How to Write Funny Wedding Vows That Are Actually Funny
Vows & Readings
You don't have to be a stand-up comic to write some truly funny wedding vows. Check out this guide to writing vows that will have your guests—and your spouse-to-be—chuckling.
7 Wedding Traditions to Include in Your Virtual Wedding
Traditions
If you're planning a virtual wedding, there are still lots of wedding traditions you can embrace. Here, a few of our favorites.
15 Non-Religious Ceremony Readings to Personalize Your Wedding
Vows & Readings
Song lyrics, poems, and book excerpts all make great non-religious wedding ceremony readings to add a personal touch to your big day.
17 Unique Wedding Ceremony Readings Your Guests Will Love
Vows & Readings
Looking to personalize your wedding ceremony? Here are some unique wedding readings for your wedding.