The holiday season is one of the most magical times to visit Southern California—and it’s also one of the easiest times to get married. Many couples visiting Orange County during Christmas, New Year’s, and winter vacation are surprised to learn that they can have a fully legal ceremony without going to a courthouse. With Get Married Today providing same-day marriage services, authorized marriage licenses, and mobile officiants, your holiday trip can become a beautiful, stress-free celebration of love.
Whether you’re here visiting family, escaping cold winter weather, or taking a romantic holiday getaway, you can rely on our California marriage services to make your ceremony simple, fast, and memorable. Unlike government offices, which close for holidays and weekends, Get Married Today remains open during Christmas weddings, New Year’s weddings, and all peak travel days.
Why Get Married During Your Holiday Trip to California?
Southern California is known for its sunshine, coastal beauty, and festive seasonal atmosphere, making it one of the top destinations for holiday elopements and travel weddings. Many couples choose to get married here because the state doesn’t require courthouse visits or residency. With services like private marriage ceremonies and licensed wedding officiants, you can turn your holiday trip into a romantic milestone.
Couples love the convenience of holiday wedding packages and the ability to get married the same day. Orange County offers stunning ocean views, elegant resorts, charming parks, and cozy indoor settings—perfect for intimate California weddings and destination elopements.
No Courthouse Visit Needed — Here’s How It Works
California allows authorized notaries and wedding services, including Get Married Today, to issue a California confidential marriage license or public marriage license outside the courthouse. This simplifies the process for visitors and gives you full flexibility during your trip.
With mobile marriage license issuance, couples don’t need to wait in line or schedule appointments at government offices. Once your license is issued, our mobile wedding officiants can perform your ceremony anywhere—at your hotel, the beach, a park, or even your Airbnb. Every step is handled legally and efficiently, making us the leading provider of holiday wedding services in Orange County.
Perfect for Couples Visiting Family for the Holidays
Many couples travel to Orange County to spend time with family during winter break. Instead of planning a large traditional wedding, they choose private holiday elopements or family-centered ceremonies while everyone is already gathered. You can celebrate with a simple, meaningful ceremony and enjoy the rest of your holiday vacation as newlyweds.
Whether you prefer a cozy indoor ceremony, a festive Christmas backdrop, or a New Year’s Eve celebration, our holiday wedding officiants make the experience effortless. We frequently work with couples planning surprise wedding ceremonies, last-minute elopements, and romantic winter weddings while visiting California.
Beautiful Holiday Wedding Locations in Orange County
Orange County offers some of the most picturesque wedding settings in California. Many travelers choose to marry at:
- Laguna Beach wedding spots
- Newport Beach oceanfront venues
- Dana Point marina overlooks
- San Clemente beach ceremony locations
- Mission Viejo private home weddings
- Anaheim and Irvine hotel weddings
These scenic options make it easy to plan a memorable Southern California winter wedding or holiday beach elopement during your vacation.
We’re Open on Holidays — Even When the Courthouse Is Closed
During Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year’s Eve, New Year’s Day, and all government holidays, local county clerk offices are closed. This means no appointments, no license issuance, and no civil ceremonies.
However, Get Married Today remains fully open, offering:
- Same-day weddings
- Holiday marriage licenses
- Travel-friendly ceremonies
- Evening and weekend weddings
- 24/7 mobile officiant services
For travelers with limited time, our same-day California marriage service is the fastest and most reliable option.
What You Need to Get Married in California as a Visitor
You don’t need to be a California resident to get married here. Visitors from out of state or abroad only need:
- Valid ID or passport
- Both partners present
- Basic personal details
No blood tests and no waiting periods are required. Our marriage license specialists handle the entire process for you. After your ceremony, we file your license with the county through our professional marriage license filing service.
If you need to take your marriage certificate abroad, we also assist with apostille services through trusted partners.
Last-Minute or Same-Day Holiday Weddings
Travel plans can change quickly—but love can move even faster. Many couples reach out to us when they decide on a spontaneous holiday wedding. Our team provides last-minute wedding appointments, instant marriage license appointments, and same-day officiant services to make your ceremony happen instantly.
Whether you want a sunrise beach wedding or a romantic late-night ceremony, our 24-hour wedding services are available throughout the season.
Start the New Year as Newlyweds
One of the most popular times for travelers to marry is during New Year’s weddings in Orange County. Many couples love exchanging vows as the countdown begins or celebrating their first morning of the year as husband and wife. With Get Married Today offering New Year’s Eve marriage services and New Year’s Day weddings, you can enjoy a meaningful start to the year.
Ready to Get Married During Your Holiday Trip to California?
Your holiday vacation can become one of the most unforgettable moments of your life. With Get Married Today, you can enjoy fast, legal, and beautifully simple ceremonies from start to finish—no courthouse, no lines, and no stress.
If you’re visiting California this holiday season, let us help you create the perfect wedding experience.