When planning your big day, one of the first things you’ll consider is when to get married. While many couples choose traditional spring or summer dates, there’s an underrated holiday that might just be the perfect time for your wedding: Labor Day. This long weekend, celebrated on the first Monday of September, offers several advantages for couples seeking a stress-free, meaningful, and unforgettable wedding experience.
If you’ve been wondering whether to tie the knot on a holiday weekend, this guide will show you exactly why a Labor Day wedding is a smart, romantic, and practical choice.
1. A Built-In Long Weekend
One of the most practical reasons to get married on Labor Day is the built-in three-day weekend. This extra day means guests can travel, attend the ceremony, and still have time to relax before heading back to work.
For couples, this is equally beneficial. You can enjoy the festivities without rushing off, and even sneak in a mini honeymoon right after the wedding without using as much vacation time.
Book your Labor Day wedding now with Get Married Today – we’re open 24/7 for all holiday weddings.
2. More Venue Availability and Better Prices
Unlike popular wedding months like May or June, September remains slightly less competitive, especially early in the month. This means you may be able to lock in beautiful venues at lower prices—especially for smaller weddings, elopements, or pop-up ceremonies.
Partnered locations across Irvine, Anaheim, and San Juan Capistrano are fully operational during Labor Day weekend through Get Married Today.
3. Beautiful End-of-Summer Weather
Labor Day falls at a sweet spot in the calendar. You still get the sunshine and warmth of summer without the intense heat of July and August.
That makes it ideal for:
- Beach weddings at Laguna Beach
- Park elopements in Griffith Park
- Scenic mountain ceremonies near Lake Arrowhead
- Garden weddings in Descanso Gardens
4. Travel Is Easier for Guests
A holiday weekend offers guests more flexibility to travel without missing work. Many people already plan road trips or vacations around Labor Day, making your wedding an exciting excuse to book a getaway.
Especially for military couples or those with family out of town, this can make it easier for loved ones to attend. If guests still can’t make it, Get Married Today offers virtual ceremony options and legal marriage services with or without a ceremony.
Learn how we help military couples get legally married on any holiday.
5. Great for Budget-Conscious Couples
Labor Day weddings can be more affordable than traditional peak-season weddings. With Get Married Today, you can legally marry for just $350, including the marriage license, ceremony, and legal filing.
See our pricing for same-day weddings
You also save money with:
- No courthouse visit required
- No need to hire a third-party officiant
- Discounts on off-peak venues
- Military discounts
6. Creative Wedding Themes
Labor Day has patriotic vibes but doesn’t come with strict traditions. That gives you creative freedom for your ceremony!
Popular ideas include:
- Red, white, and blue color schemes
- Outdoor BBQ reception
- Beachfront vow exchanges
- Bonfire elopements
- Sunset rooftop celebrations
Customize your ceremony with our traveling officiants and pop-up chapels.
7. Symbolic Meaning of Labor Day
Labor Day honors hard work and dedication—values that align beautifully with the beginning of a marriage.
Just as Labor Day celebrates the effort people contribute to society, your wedding day can celebrate the commitment you’re making to one another. It’s a poetic and heartfelt reason to choose this day to begin your lives together.
For symbolic couples’ ceremonies and vow renewals, contact us about holiday bookings.
8. Ideal for Elopements
Labor Day weekend is also ideal for spontaneous elopements. You can:
- Skip the guest list
- Choose a scenic location
- Get married instantly
We offer same-day elopement packages across:
Book your same-day elopement here.
9. You Don’t Have to Plan Months in Advance
At Get Married Today, you can legally marry on the same day as your appointment. We issue the marriage license and perform the ceremony at your location or ours.
That means:
- No waiting period
- No courthouse appointment
- No paperwork delays
We even offer apostille certification for couples needing international recognition of their marriage certificate.
10. It’s a Holiday You’ll Always Remember
Labor Day weddings come with built-in perks:
- You’ll always have a long weekend to celebrate your anniversary
- It’s easier to plan annual getaways
- Your marriage will be linked to a joyful, celebratory national holiday
11. Holiday Weddings Feel More Festive
Since most people are already in a celebratory mood, Labor Day weddings feel more joyful and energetic. You’re not disrupting anyone’s weekday routine — instead, you’re enhancing their long weekend with a love story.
Many of our clients tell us their holiday weddings ended up being more memorable and relaxed than they ever imagined.
12. You Can Get Married in Privacy
Labor Day is perfect for couples who want a quiet, private wedding while everyone else is away on vacation or barbecuing. You’ll have more freedom and less pressure.
Get Married Today offers:
- Discreet marriage license issuance
- Private office ceremonies in Irvine and Westwood
- Traveling officiants to your home or hospital
See how our private weddings work.
13. Same-Day Services Available 24/7
We’re open on Labor Day. While the courthouses are closed, we are fully operational. You don’t need to wait for Tuesday — we issue marriage licenses, perform ceremonies, and file your paperwork the same day.
Our services include:
- Legal ceremony
- Marriage license issuance
- Officiant and witness services
- Notarized document preparation
14. Avoid Courthouse Crowds
If you wait until after Labor Day to visit the courthouse, you’ll face post-holiday lines. Instead, avoid the rush and get married with us on the holiday itself.
We are authorized by the County Clerk’s Office to issue marriage licenses directly.
Learn more about our courtless wedding services.
15. It’s a Unique Anniversary Date
Most people get married in June. But a Labor Day anniversary stands out. It’s memorable and meaningful, and it gives you a fun, long-weekend excuse to travel every year.
Plus, wedding anniversaries that fall on holidays are easier to celebrate without missing work.
16. Easier to Book Vendors
Since many wedding vendors are booked months in advance, choosing a less conventional holiday like Labor Day makes it easier to find:
- Photographers
- Bakers
- DJs
- Florists
- Hair & makeup artists
Get referrals to local wedding vendors through Get Married Today.
17. Combine Wedding & Vacation
Couples can blend their wedding into a mini-honeymoon — whether it’s a romantic stay at a coastal hotel or a nature retreat at Yosemite.
Our clients have enjoyed:
18. Embrace the Spontaneity
If you’re the type of couple who embraces the “let’s do it now” attitude, Labor Day is a perfect day to elope.
With Get Married Today’s same-day appointments, all you need is:
- A valid photo ID
- Payment
- The desire to say “I do”
We’ll handle everything else.
19. Labor Day Discounts
Some wedding vendors, venues, and services offer Labor Day promotions. You may find:
- Travel deals for honeymoons
- Hotel room block discounts
- Local attraction coupons for guests
20. It’s a Celebration of New Beginnings
Labor Day often symbolizes the end of summer and the start of something new. What better time to begin your marriage?
It’s a transition — just like a wedding is. You’re closing one chapter and beginning the most important one of your life.
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Ready to Get Married This Labor Day?
If you want a relaxed, romantic, and legally binding ceremony this Labor Day, don’t wait.
✅ We issue your marriage license
✅ We perform the ceremony
✅ We file everything with the county
✅ We can notarize and apostille your documents if needed
Appointments available 24/7, including holidays.
Book your Labor Day wedding now or contact us here to learn more.