Newport Elopement Details
The artist colony of Laguna Beach is one of Orange County’s hidden gems, located halfway between Los Angeles and San Diego. The city’s topography is unique to other California coastal cities with its seven miles of coves and beaches where visitors can explore sea caves, tide pools, ocean side bluffs, natural tide pools and of course, sandy beaches, all within city limits. Laguna Beach also boasts the most beachfront lodging options in all of California, making it an ideal spot for a beach getaway.
The artist colony of Laguna Beach is one of Orange County’s hidden gems, located halfway between Los Angeles and San Diego. The city’s topography is unique to other California coastal cities with its seven miles of coves and beaches where visitors can explore sea caves, tide pools, ocean side bluffs, natural tide pools and of course, sandy beaches, all within city limits. Laguna Beach also boasts the most beachfront lodging options in all of California, making it an ideal spot for a beach getaway.
Laguna Beach Elopement Packages
$2600$Starting at
Adventure Package
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- Includes personal elopement planner, 60 minutes of photography, permits & fees, and modern officiant! This plan is for the couple only!
$3600$Starting at
Epic Package
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- Includes everything in the Adventure package plus bouquet and boutonniere, Elopement or just married signs, and more!
2+
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Destination
Laguna Beach, California -
Elopement Venues
Crescent Bay Park Laguna Beach - Crescent Bay -
Seasons Available
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter -
Included
60min photography90min photographyassistance with ceremony timeline/transportationbouquet and matching boutonnierelocation permits/feesmarriage license instructionsmodern wedding officiantpersonal elopement plannerpersonal vowsreligious or nonreligious ceremonyvendor referrals (hair makeup transportation)witness if necessary -
Not Included
alcoholhair and makeuplocation permits/fees for up to 10 peopletransportation -
Extra
Champagne toastextra decorextra photographyvideography
1. HOW CAN I ELOPE IN LAGUNA BEACH?
To elope in Laguna Beach, you’ll need to bring $100, one form of government-issued identification per person, and proof of any prior legal separations (more on this below) to any county clerk’s office in the state (weekdays only!) for your marriage license. Some counties in California will also require copies of your birth certificates for this process, so be sure to do your research online before your elopement to confirm if it’s a requirement for the county you’ll be in. If you’re able to start your marriage license application online in advance, it may shorten your trip to the clerk’s office to finalize the application and be able to take care of any issues ahead of time. If either party wishing to elope has been divorced within the past six months, you’ll need to present a copy of the divorce decree along with your other required documents. California marriage licenses are immediately valid and remain valid for up to 90 days. It must be used within the state of California. A marriage license does not mean you are married, and it is not proof of marriage. Rather, it's documentation that shows you are allowed to get married. You still have to do the marriage ceremony/say your vows! But don’t forget to return the actual license to the clerk’s office where it was issued as the final step. They will give you certified copies of your marriage license for records.2. HOW MUCH DOES IT COST TO ELOPE IN LAGUNA BEACH?
We have options to fit every single budget! Our elopement packages can be tailored for any budget-conscious couple or those looking to splurge on additional decor and details. While your marriage license will cost you $100, there are potential permitting fees if you’re planning to elope on the beach or other outdoor venues. We will be able to provide more info and take care of any required permitting fees in advance of your elopement date.3. CAN YOU ELOPE ON THE BEACH IN LAGUNA BEACH?
Yes! You can elope on the beach in Laguna Beach and most of the surrounding areas with the proper special use permits. But don’t stress! We will help you with all permitting and fees required for your desired location. For more information on this, click here.4. DO YOU NEED A WITNESS TO GET MARRIED IN LAGUNA BEACH?
In California, you are required to have one witness present during your elopement ceremony. On the bright side, there is no age requirement for witnesses in California. So for those couples eloping with children, your kids can act as your witnesses! Just keep in mind that your witness will need to be old enough to be able to sign their names on the official marriage license.5. HOW MUCH DOES A COURTHOUSE WEDDING COST IN LAGUNA BEACH?
A civil ceremony at a courthouse in Orange County will cost $30 in addition to the fees associated with obtaining your marriage license. To learn more, click here.6. CAN I GET A LAGUNA BEACH MARRIAGE LICENSE ONLINE?
You can complete your marriage license application online, but you must make an in-person appointment in order to finalize the details and receive your marriage license. At this time, appointments are required, so be sure to make one in advance and save yourself from any added stress.Our gallery
