Springfield, Massachusetts

Elopement
officiant 

Just the two of you

How the day goes

An elopement,
Start to finish

01 You pick the spot

Wherever you want to stand

A courthouse, city hall, venue, private residence, or anywhere else that's meaningful to you.

02 You choose the words

Ours or yours

Smooches can provide a script with repeat-after-me vows and a ring exchange, or your own vows instead.

03 The ceremony

About ten to twenty minutes

A 10-20 minute moment that will be remembered for a lifetime deserves the thought and care that smooches & Co brings to every elopement.

04 Rings, and I do

The part everyone remembers

The rings go on and you say I do. It takes less than a minute and it changes everything.

05 The license

Completed and submitted

The license is included with every package. You leave married and never stress the paperwork.

A bride from behind, holding her bouquet in a stone hallway with a checkered marble floor. A couple standing together at the edge of a lake at sunset, seen from behind. A couple sitting close together on stone steps in warm light. Two hands resting together, wedding bands and an engagement ring. A groom carrying his bride along a city sidewalk, both of them laughing.

Why couples elope

A small ceremony
Built just for you

Eloping is not skipping the wedding. It is keeping the part that actually marries you.

  1. 01

    It never feels like a formality

    Smooches is not about checking officiant off a wedding to do list. It is about creating a ceremony that feels like you, with a little more personality, a little more fun, and a whole lot of heart in the I do.

  2. 02

    The paperwork is not yours to chase

    Filling out and submitting the marriage license is included with every package, so the only thing left on your list for that day is showing up.

  3. 03

    Say "I do" wherever you'd like to

    A courthouse, a city hall, a venue, a private residence, or another location of your choice. Smooches & Co can travel outside Massachusetts too for a travel fee.

See the packages
A groom carrying his bride along a city sidewalk, both of them laughing.

Relaxed, genuine, memorable

What makes it different

A ceremony that
Feels like you

Smooches isn’t just about checking “officiant” off your wedding to do list. It’s about creating a ceremony that feels like you: relaxed, genuine, and memorable, never stiff or overly traditional.

The fully custom version ›
A couple holding each other close by a lake, her hands behind his head.

Ceremonies and what they cost

Every way to be Married by Smooches

Simple, legal, done

The Sign & Go

$200

Perfect for: courthouse ceremonies, elopements, quick “let’s make this legal” moments.

  • Simple civil ceremony
  • Completion and submission of marriage license
  • Officiant Service

The real ceremony, no circus

The “I Do”

$350

Perfect for: micro weddings, intimate weddings, backyard ceremonies and couples who want the real wedding moment without the traditional wedding circus.

  • Personalized ceremony
  • Repeat-after-me vows
  • Completion and submission of marriage license

Written around you

The Signature Smooch

$500

Perfect for: couples who want their ceremony to feel unmistakably theirs. A fully customized ceremony created around your relationship, your personalities and your story.

  • Everything in The “I Do”
  • Custom ceremony script
  • Pre-ceremony consultation
  • Can help with light coordination

Kind words From real couples

“Our wedding officiant was truly amazing. Her kindness and understanding made the entire experience unforgettable. I encountered a few last-minute issues that caused a slight delay, but she handled everything with such grace and patience, alleviating any stress I had.
Jessica C
“Melissa was fantastic to work with from start to finish. She was responsive, professional, and always willing to answer our questions throughout the planning process. She took the time to get to know us and created a personalized ceremony with custom vows that felt meaningful and authentic.
Daril M
“She was easy to work with and responsive. She helped make the ceremony a smooth process!
Yleise S.

Questions couples Always ask

Have a question? Here is the answer

Do you provide the wedding vows?

Yes! Smooches can provide a simple, beautiful ceremony script with repeat-after-me vows and a ring exchange. If you’ve written your own vows, I’m happy to incorporate those too.

How long is the ceremony?

Most Smooches ceremonies are approximately 10–20 minutes, depending on the couple and the ceremony style.

Do you handle the marriage license?

Yes! Filling out and submitting the marriage license is included with every Smooches package. One less thing for you to worry about.

Do you officiate same sex weddings?

Absolutely. Love is love, and Smooches is here to celebrate it.

Do you perform ceremonies outside of Massachusetts?

Yes! Smooches is happy to travel. Travel fees may apply depending on the location.

Can you officiate at a courthouse or city hall?

Yes! Smooches can meet you at a courthouse, city hall, venue, private residence, or another location of your choice.

How far in advance should we book?

As soon as you know your date! Smooches does accept last minute bookings when availability allows, so it never hurts to ask.

Can you perform a ceremony without vows?

Yes! If you want to keep things incredibly simple, Smooches offers a “Sign & Go” option for couples who just want to make it official.

We’re nervous and have no idea what to say. Can you help?

Absolutely. You don’t have to be a professional public speaker to get married. I’ll guide you through the ceremony step-by-step, including when to speak, repeat, exchange rings, and say “I do.” Your only job is to show up and get smoooched.

Inquire

Let’s get you Married

Tell us your date and where you want to stand, and Smooches will come back to you with everything you need.

Which add-ons are you interested in?