I am committed to providing affordable celebrancy services for all couples. If your circumstances mean my standard fees feel out of reach then please let me know - I am always open to having a conversation so we can hopefully find an option that works for us both.
Choose from the following three Ceremony Options:
Registry-style /Short & Sweet Ceremony (2-10 guests) - $200 - a simple, budget-friendly legal ceremony
Perfect for couples who want to " just do the legal stuff" in a relaxed, straightforward way. Informal enough to be held at a restaurant/cafe or in your own home.
What's included:
You, your partner, myself & up to 10 guests (which includes your 2 witnesses)
a pre-written legal-style script is provided (focused on the legal requirements)
May include a prayer/karakia/blessing to open +/- close
Payment structure:
$100 non-refundable booking fee to secure your chosen day/time
$100 payable one week before the wedding
Small Personalised Ceremony (10-25 guests)- $350 - Ideal for intimate weddings with family and close friends
A warm personalised ceremony that reflects your unique love story. Suitable for home/garden weddings or community venues (beach, park etc)
What's included:
a customised celebrant speech recounting your love-journey
flexible format which can include: cultural greetings, karakia/prayer, personal vows, bible readings. poems etc
suitable for 10-25 guests
Payment structure:
$150 non-refundable booking fee to secure your chosen day/time
$200 payable one week before the wedding
Large Personalised Ceremony (25+ guests)- $500 - Perfect for traditional wedding venues and larger celebrations
A fully personalised ceremony crafted to celebrate your love story in front of your family and friends
What's included:
pre-wedding meeting (on-line, or at a local cafe)
unlimted guest numbers
a more detailed customised celebrant speech recounting your love-journey
flexible format which can include cultural greetings, karakia/prayer, personal vows, bible readings, poems etc
can include any rituals such as hand-fasting, candle lighting, ring warming etc
fun elements such as on-the-spot games to choose the witnesses
use of my sound system (microphone and speaker) if your venue does not provide one
I am more than happy to lead everyone in a song/hymn of your choice
Payment structure:
$250 non-refundable booking fee to secure your chosen day/time
$250 payable two weeks before the wedding
Travel costs:
$1 per km, from Mt Eden to venue, return (usually waived if within a short drive from Mt Eden)
$100 to Waiheke Island (to cover cost of ferry/bus). Further assistance may be required to reach the venue.
Outside of Auckland: Mileage & accommodation costs (if overnight stay required)
Optional extras:
Rehearsal attendance- $100
MC duties - $400 - I have my own sound system (microphone and speaker) if the venue does not have one.
Use of my Mt Eden garden or covered back deck (depending on the weather) is available for elopements/micro-ceremonies: $100 for an elopement style wedding (couple & 2 witnesses only). $200 for a micro-wedding (up to 10 guests present). This fee is for the first hour (additional $100 per hour thereafter). Seating, signing table and simple decorations provided.