Where can my boyfriend and I go to get married, other than Vegas, on short notice that won't cost alot?

Question

My boyfriend and I were already planning to get married but we were talking about next year sometime. However, we just found out that I'm pregnant so now we want to do it by the end of August (before we tell our families that I'm expecting). We want it to be special, an intimate setting, but we don't have a lot of money and, on this short of notice, we will need a place that isn't booked up. If anybody has an idea as to where we could take our vows... I would be very appreciative. Thank you.

Answer 1

Well....I know people are telling you the courthouse, but it doesn't sound to me like that's what you want. Do you have a friend or relative with a nice yard that you could decorate with flowers? How about a local city park that is pretty enough to turn into a wedding site. You can do a budget wedding in short notice! There are ways to make your invitations, dress, cake, and flowers all look like they cost a lot, when they really didn't. Also, I don't know your family, but they may want to know that you are pregnant so they understand the rush. Otherwise, you will have everyone and their brother asking you "what's the rush?" Also, if they know and are supportive of your relationship, then they may help you put this together quickly! Whether it be just locating stuff for you, or contributing financially...you guys need help! Being pregnant is stressful enough. Good luck!

Answer 2

the courthouse and get married by the justice of peace.

Answer 3

My friend was in a similar situation. She first called a small local church but they were booked on the day she chose. So she used mine and my husband's large backyard. We decorated it with arches and lots of flowers. It was beautiful and they spent the most money on just having it catered. She had only immediate family and close friends. So it was very small and intimate and very beautiful.

Answer 4

I suggest going to Gatlinberg, TN if you want a small ceremony.  Otherwise, the courthouse is your best bet.

Congratulations... to both the wedding and the baby.

Answer 5

Arkansas you can get married the same day.  They don't do blood tests or anything.  But other than that you can go to the court house.  You will just have to do blood tests and wait on them to come back before you can get your marriage liscense.

Answer 6

Gatlinburg, TN, or the surrounding area

You can get your license one day, and get married the next.

You can find some places that offer very small wedding packages - just you, your fiance, and the minister, in a beautiful outdoor setting.

Do a search for "gatlinburg weddings" - you'll find a LOT of info.

Answer 7

I agreed with the poster above me, courthouse!

Answer 8

Look for places in your area that do elopement packages!

My mom owns a bed and breakfast in Northern MN (www.redbridgeinn.com) and she does an elopement package that includes a night in the bridal suite. All you have to do is provide your marriage license.

Congrats!

Answer 9

There are many officiants online that will do an elopement ceremony for you where you could travel to them and for a small fee, you could be married.

I officiate weddings at my home all the time

Answer 10

courthouse