How to elope Las Vegas style!
Easy steps to plan your
Las Vegas Elopement!
STEP ONE
Book your Las Vegas Elopement Photographer!
Elopement Photographers calendars book up quickly and in advance, so snagging your dream photographer is crucial in getting the best overall wedding day experience and capturing breathtaking images along the way.
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STEP TWO
Pick a location(s)
and a date for your Las Vegas elopement
There is so much potential for locations in Las Vegas! From the downtown area, the strip, the cute little wedding chapels, the Neon Light Museum, etc. Plus there are some EPIC SPOTS just outside of Las Vegas for the outdoor lovers!
YOU CAN ALWAYS DO BOTH!!!
If you haven't picked a date already, you can check the weather in your location(s) and find out what time of year would best suit your needs.
March, April and October are my favorite in Las Vegas weather wise!
A few breathtaking spots include:
Valley of Fire State Park
Red Rock Canyon State Park
Lake Mead
Dry Lake beds
Mt. Charleston
STEP three
Book your travel & accommodations when you elope Las Vegas
Las Vegas is back in full swing, so booking your travel and accommodations as soon in advance as you can is recommended! You can lock in better pricing the earlier you can book. Knowing your plans in advance also gives you the flexibility to bundle airfare, car rentals, hotel stays, excursions, etc.
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STEP FOUR
Book vendors for your Las Vegas elopement
Finding experienced vendors for your wedding day is a MUST! Don't forget the details like the flowers, hair and makeup, sweet treats, excursions and activities to celebrate your wedding day, food, music, etc.
You absolutely don't have to hire every single vendor, especially if you are on a budget! Just stick to the vendors that would make your wedding day more special!
A few vendors to keep in mind:
Officiant, Florist, Hair and Makeup artist, Dessert maker, Excursions Company, Planner, Stationary, Private chef, Musician, Props, Stylist, Caterer, etc
STEP Five
Get your marriage license for your Las Vegas Elopement
- Both parties must appear in person before a Clerk at a Clark County Marriage Bureau location.
- Both parties must be 18 or older and have acceptable identification. Names will appear as they do on your id.
- Couple can get married immediately after obtaining their marriage license. There is no waiting period.
- Marriage License cover the entire state of Nevada and are valid for one year from date of issue.
- Both parties must know their social security number.
- The current cost (late 2022) to obtain a Marriage License is $102.00
Learn more about Clark County, NV Marriage License Requirements
STEP six
Find your officiant to elope Las Vegas.
Do your research when you are looking for a Las Vegas Officiant!
Your officiant conducts the ceremony, one of the most important parts of your wedding day! So, it is pretty important that you choose one that meshes with you and your partners personalities.
Pro tip: search Instagram for hashtag #lasvegasofficiant or Google that term to find good candidates.
Get your wedding day outfits
Whether you choose to do a dress and a tux or a double pantsuit moment, you will need to do a little shopping around.
You have the choice of going in person or shopping online.
Shopping online can be risky, but it is on much more convenient if the look ends up working out.
In store you get a more personalized experience, however it can be exhausting.
Learn more about eloping wedding dress inspiration
STEP eight
Work out logistics & get permits if necessary
Figuring out how you and/or your guest will get to and from where you need them to be can get tricky. So planning this out ahead of time is very important. You definitely don't want to spend your wedding day wasting time on things that could have been prevented with a little planning beforehand.
The good news is, there are a ton of companies that handle logistics in Las Vegas.
A few ways to get around Las Vegas:
Limousine options
Party Bus
Helicopter
Pink Jeep Tours
Foreign luxury cars
Motorcycle
Car transport company
Personal Car or rental
STEP Nine
Live your Las Vegas elopement day with the love of your life
Now that you have prepared for your elopement and completed the eight steps before you are ready to have the most amazing wedding day and just soak in every moment with your honey! If you have hired experienced skilled vendors, your day should go pretty smoothly!
Don't worry if all does not go to plan! Wedding days typically never go exactly to plan, so just go with the flow and enjoy whatever may come your way!
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An amazing quality about Eloping in Vegas, is you have the option of unique desert landscapes or the bright lights of downtown las vegas to exchange vows!
Choose for desert landscape or downtown neon lights, or have both
If you are someone who loves amazing restaurants and shopping, plus getting outdoors and hiking or exploring a gorgeous state park, Las Vegas would be a perfect place to say "I do" for you! From Red Rock Canyon, to Valley of FIre, Mt. Charleston, Lake Mead, dry lake beds, Vegas has endless outdoor wedding potential. It also has a cool vibe downtown, in the mix of it all, the neon lights shining bright, the little chapels everywhere.
January
July
Las Vegas
Weather
Average low - 81F
Average high - 105F
Average low - 39F
Average high - 58F
February
August
Average low - 78F
Average high - 102F
Average low - 41F
Average high - 61F
March
September
Average low - 71F
Average high - 95F
Average low - 49F
Average high - 71F
October
April
Average low - 59F
Average high - 82F
Average low - 55F
Average high - 77F
If you are planning to elope Las Vegas, check the weather for that time of year to see what the average temperatures are.
November
May
Average low - 46F
Average high - 66F
Average low - 66F
Average high - 91F
December
June
Average low - 39F
Average high - 57F
Average low - 74F
Average high - 100F
ACCOMMODATIONS
Where to stay for your Las vegas elopement
There are a ton of options when it comes to where to stay in Las Vegas.
You have the option of the strip, off the strip or you can go a more outdoorsy route and glamp it!
The possibilities are truly endless when it comes to where to stay in Las Vegas.
I help couples plan their dream wedding days in Las Vegas, I can help you plan yours and make it unique to you and your partner!
If you need help planning your epic Las Vegas elopement, then contact me to get started and let's make this the most unforgettable day in your life, with the love of your life by your side!