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Updated Oct 02, 2024The Best Elopement Packages and Planners in the US
Just because you're marrying in private doesn't mean you can't celebrate in style.
The Wauwinet
by Jen Murphy
Updated Sep 29, 2023
Once an act of rebellion, eloping has gone mainstream. Since the pandemic, more than half of all engaged couples have considered having a more intimate wedding celebration. It's easier than ever to get the best of a traditional wedding (cake, photography, flowers) with an elopement package just for two, especially if you plan to throw a larger celebration down the line. Specialized elopement wedding planners and hotel packages are on the rise across some of the dreamiest US National Park sites, as well as happening cities. Here are our picks for the best elopement packages and places to elope in stress-free style throughout the US.
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What Does an Elopement Package Include?
Most elopement packages cover the following:
- Licensed ceremony officiant
- A wedding coordinator
- Witnesses, if needed
- A photographer
- A custom bouquet and boutonniere
- Champagne
- A wedding cake
How Much Do Elopement Packages Cost?
The cost of elopement packages typically start around $2,000 and include the basics (see above) but often do not include accommodations. Soup-to-nuts packages can reach upwards of $27,000 and include hotel rooms and perks like music, recommendations for hair and makeup, and a post-ceremony dinner.
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Even elopements cost extra on weekends and during holidays, particularly in tourism hotspot destinations like Aspen or Napa Valley. Standard packages typically include 2 hours of photography; more hours will up the price. Most packages are customizable. It will cost you, but if your dream day includes a live band or gorgeous floral arrangements, it's probably worth the splurge.
Read the fine print: Some elopement packages do not include venue permits, particularly in national parks, and couples are typically still responsible for acquiring their own marriage license. If you plan to travel, book airfare in advance.
Wild Elopements by Alaska Wild Hearts Events; Anchorage, Alaska
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If running off to tie the know isn't a big enough thrill, tack on an extra adrenaline rush in the Alaskan wilderness. Alaska Wild Heart Events offers five, all-inclusive, adventure-packed elopement packages but can also create custom experiences that could include anything from white water rafting to zip-lining. The ultimate Alaska elopement might just be the company's sailboat and helicopter offering. A chopper transfers couples from Seward to Thumb Cove for a ceremony, picnic, and cake on the shore before a return trip via sailboat. All packages include vendor coordination, photos, a ceremony officiant and witnesses, a bouquet and boutonniere, and your own adventure guide. Packages from $5,900.
15801 Amberwood Cir, Rabbit Creek, Anchorage, Alaska 99516
5.0 Star Rating | Read Reviews
Napa + Sonoma Elopements by Run Away with Me; Santa Rosa, California
After a decade as a wedding photographer, Brittany Rogers-Hanson perfected the art of diffusing wedding-day drama and decided to launch her own planning company, Run Away with Me. Since 2012, her small team has perfected the art of the wine country wedding, curating a portfolio of dream venues at vineyards and intimate resorts in Napa and Sonoma valleys, such as Chateau St. Jean and the Harvest Inn. Every elopement package includes a planner, wedding officiant and photographer, bridal hair and makeup, a custom cake, and bouquet and boutonniere. After the big day, couples can visit some of the area's most exclusive cellars and tasting rooms. Packages start at $3,500.
3550 Round Barn Blvd #313, Santa Rosa, CA 95403
5.0 Star Rating | Read Reviews
Wee Weddings by The Gant; Aspen, Colorado
Whether dusted in snow or shimmering in autumn's golden leaves, Colorado is a stunning setting to say, "I do." Aspen Mountain provides a stunning setting to say, "I do." Tucked away steps from downtown, right at the base of the mountain, the Gant is an idyllic venue to elope. The hotel's 1,500-square-foot rooftop overlooks the peaks and is where couples exchange vows. The Wee Wedding Experiences package includes 25% off room rates for the couple as well as champagne, the ceremony set-up, and a meat and cheese tray for four. Couples also receive discounts on flower arrangements and photography packages and one free night back at the Gant on their yearly anniversary. Rooms start at $245 and packages start at $2,500.
610 S W End St, Aspen, CO 81611
4.8 Star Rating | Read Reviews
The Duet Elopement Package by Bungalows Key Largo; Key Largo, Florida
Bungalows Key Largo
This luxe adults-only, all-inclusive resort in the Florida Keys feels like a private island paradise. Couples should splurge on a waterfront bungalow and a bath butler, to ensure their alfresco soaking tub is filled with bubbles after they exchange vows. The elopement package includes extra romantic touches like in-room rose petals and champagne the evening of their wedding. An intimate ceremony for the couple and up to two guests takes place on the powdery shores of Coconut Beach. The resort takes care of the officiant, bridal bouquet, and a one-hour photography session, plus a post-ceremony dinner at the restaurant of the newlywed's choice. Packages from $4,500.
99010 Overseas Highway, Key Largo, FL 33037
5.0 Star Rating | Read Reviews
The Oahu or Maui Elopement Package by Hawaii Elopements; Hawaii
Hawaii Elopements
Palm trees swaying in the plumeria-scented breeze and a soundtrack of crashing waves make the islands of Hawaii a paradisiacal place for a no-fuss wedding. Erin Velander, founder of Hawaii Elopements, specializes in intimate ceremonies on the islands of Oahu and Maui. Her black book is filled with the islands' best vendors, florists, chefs, and photographers. She handles all the details, from filing your marriage license to hiring the ceremony officiant. Every package includes two hours of photography and a custom bridal bouquet (you can have a matching flower crown for an additional fee). The toughest decision is choosing the location as every spot, from the lava rocks of Turtle Bay in Oahu to the seaside cliffs of Oneloa in Maui, is postcard perfect. Packages from $5,000.
The Ultimate Elopement by The Wauwinet; Nantucket, Massachusetts
The Wauwinet
The quintessential New England coastal getaway, the Wauwinet is nestled on the northeast end of Nantucket between two private beaches. The 32-room, adults-only inn offers a two-night elopement package that includes an on-site, day-of coordinator, a bouquet and boutonniere sourced from local shop Flowers on Chestnut, daily breakfast, and a welcome bottle of champagne. Couples can opt for a toes-in-the-sand ceremony right on Bayside Beach or they can say I do on the Zen Deck overlooking the sea. After the big moment, newlyweds can continue celebrating with a three-course dinner at the inn's award-winning seafood restaurant, Topper's. Package rates start at $2,000.
120 Wauwinet Road, Nantucket, Massachusetts, 02584
5.0 Star Rating | Read Reviews
Collection Two by Elope Montana; Whitefish, Montana
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If the hit series Yellowstone has you dreaming of exchanging your vows in West, Elope Montana can seamlessly execute your dream ceremony. Based in Whitefish, Montana, the team specializes in arranging elopements for up to 12 people within Glacier National Park and can ensure the perfect big sky backdrop for your wedding photos. Packages include flowers, a cake, a bottle of bubbles, a photographer, and an officiant. Outdoorsy couples can start the day with a sunrise hike or if you really want to splurge, the team can arrange a helicopter transfer to a remote alpine setting. Extras range from custom vow books to an acoustic musical performance. Packages from $6,300.
1768 E Second St, Whitefish, MT 59937
5.0 Star Rating | Read Reviews
On and Off-Strip Elopements by Elopement Las Vegas, Las Vegas, Nevada
Dubbed the "quickie wedding capital of the world," Sin City hosts more than 100,000 ceremonies a year. Elopement Las Vegas excels at elopements both on and off the strip. Venue options range from the iconic fountains of the Bellagio Hotel to the desert landscape of Red Rock Canyon. All-inclusive packages tick everything off your to-do list: photography, florals, site fees and permits, videography, your officiant, and wedding coordination. Splurge on a deluxe elopement for extra touches like a cake with fresh flowers to match your bouquet, ceremony music, and multiple styled setups for photo ops. The team can also help with post-nuptial planning. Packages from $3,450.
7718 Jasmine Falls Dr, Las Vegas, NV 89178
5.0 Star Rating | Read Reviews
The Elopement Package by The Lowell, New York, New York
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Just because you get hitched in private doesn't mean you can't celebrate in over-the-top style. The Lowell, Manhattan's storied Upper East Side hotel, has mastered the art of glamorous discretion with its elopement package. Upon arrival, couples are whisked away to the property's signature garden suite and welcomed with chocolate-dipped strawberries and a bottle of house champagne. Majorelle, the hotel's French restaurant, is the perfect pre-vows date night spot. On the morning of the ceremony, hotel staffers can assist with coordinating makeup and hair or even personal shoppers for last-minute accessories. Couples can choose to exchange vows in the privacy of their own suite (perhaps on the terrace with its skyline views) or in the Club Room, which features a library and wood-burning fireplace. Once rings have been exchanged, newlyweds can head to the hotel's swanky bar for a laidback afterparty that includes a decadent wedding cake baked by the hotel's pastry chef. An afterparty for two continues in the suite, where a rose-petal-strewn bubble bath awaits. Package from $27,000.
28 E 63rd St, New York, NY 10065
5.0 Star Rating | Read Reviews
Your Intimate Elopement by Legacy Farms; Lebanon, Tennessee
This private farm is just over 30 minutes from the music and restaurants of downtown Nashville but feels worlds away thanks to its location on 22 acres in the bucolic Tennessee countryside. Elopement packages can be for just the two of you or up to 50 guests. All-inclusive pricing covers everything and anything you could imagine, including six hours of venue time, up to three hours of photography, a dedicated wedding planner, a catered dinner, flowers, a cake, and décor. Choose to exchange vows surrounded by fields and a large oak tree or in a shabby chic outdoor courtyard space. After a night of celebrating couples can retire to a room in the farm's 19th-century manor. Packages from $10,500.
8061 Murfreesboro Rd, Lebanon, TN 37090
5.0 Star Rating | Read Reviews
Elite Elopement Package by the Four Seasons Hotel; Austin, Texas
The Elite Elopement package at the Four Seasons Hotel Austin is designed to truly spoil the bride and groom. Couples can kick off the celebration with a welcome bottle of Dom Pérignon champagne in one of the property's spacious specialty suites overlooking Lady Bird Lake. The two-night stay includes breakfast, which can also be ordered to the room. A private outdoor ceremony includes a personalized bridal bouquet, boutonniere and violin music. Afterward, newlyweds can retreat to their suite for a private, wine-paired meal accompanied by a live music performance. A custom mini wedding cake caps off the evening. Packages start at $22,000.
98 San Jacinto Blvd, Austin, TX 78701
5.0 Star Rating | Read Reviews
Base & Summit Elopement by Hotel Terra; Jackson Hole, Wyoming
Hotel Terra
Couples who share a passion for the slopes should elope to Jackson Hole so they can say "I do" and then shred fresh tracks at one of America's top ski resorts. Located steps from the iconic red tram, Hotel Terra offers an elopement package that handles all the heavy lifting so couples can celebrate and ski. A professional wedding planner is included to assist with everything from lift tickets to flowers. The package includes a two-night stay in a king guestroom, a wedding officiant, champagne toast after the ceremony, a three-course dinner at Spur Restaurant & Bar, and a 50-minute couple's massage. Packages from $3,600.
3335 Village Dr, Teton Village, WY 83025
5.0 Star Rating | Read Reviews
Elopement Packages Near You
If you're searching for "elopement packages near me", we've got you covered with the best elopement packages in regions across the U.S. So whether you're looking for places to elope near your hometown or you're planning a weekend getaway, find more elopement packages for select states here:
