How Much Does a Celebrant Cost?
Let’s address the question you definitely Googled before landing here:
How much does a wedding celebrant cost?
Short answer: It depends.
Long answer: grab a coffee — I’ll explain.
First Things First: There’s No “One Price Fits All”
If you’ve seen celebrants charging anywhere from $600 to a $6000… you’re not imagining things.
In Queensland (and especially around the Gold Coast, Brisbane and surrounds), celebrant costs vary based on things like:
The experience of the celebrant
The unique nature / style of the celebrant
How personalised your ceremony is (or how cookie cutter #cringe)
How much planning and prep goes into it
Travel and location
Guest numbers and audio requirements
Whether you want something intimate, all-out, or somewhere in between
“But Isn’t It Just 20 Minutes of Work?”
Ah yes. The classic.
IF ONLY
Behind every ceremony is:
Legal paperwork (and yes, it has to be perfect)
Meetings, calls, emails and voice notes
Writing a ceremony that doesn’t sound like it was copied from ChatGPT
Coordinating with your venue, photographer and videographer
Travel, setup, sound checks and pack-down
Lodging your marriage properly so it actually counts
Whether it’s an intimate ceremony or a full-scale celebration, the legal and planning side is non-negotiable — and that’s where the real work happens
What You’re Really Paying For in a Celebrant
When you hire a professional marriage celebrant, you’re not just booking someone to “say the words”.
You’re booking someone who will:
Calm the nerves (yours and potentially your mother in law who is seriously OTT)
Tell your story in a way that feels like you
Keep things relaxed, warm and enjoyable for your guests
Make sure the legal stuff is handled properly (so no awkward follow-ups later)
Create a moment you’ll actually want to relive on video
Basically, someone who makes the ceremony one of the best parts of the day — not something to “get through”.
So… How Much Do I Cost?
Rather than throwing random numbers at you, I offer two wedding celebrant packages designed to suit different styles of celebrations — without cutting corners where it matters
Platinum Wedding Package: The Full Bond Experience
This is the “go big or go home” option — and my most popular package.
Perfect for couples who want a fully customised ceremony, plenty of laughs, a few happy tears, and a seamless experience from start to finish.
EXPECT:
A completely personalised ceremony script (no templates here)
Constant contact and support
Vow guidance and one-on-one help writing them
Professional PA system for larger guest lists (and for outdoor ceremonies)
Full ceremony coordination with your venue and suppliers
All legal paperwork handled and lodged
Presentation certificate, printed vows, ceremony script copy and name-change kit
Certified marriage certificate included (which save you paying and applying yourself)
In short: you focus on enjoying the moment — I’ll handle the rest.
Gold Wedding Package: Intimate, Meaningful, No Fuss
Smaller guest list? Surprise wedding? Engagement party ceremony?
This one’s for you.
The Gold Package keeps things personal and professional, without all the bells and whistles.
IT INCLUDES:
A personalised ceremony script
Planning support and consultation
A PA system suited to intimate celebrations
Legal paperwork sorted and lodged correctly
Simple, heartfelt and stress-free.
Why I Don’t List Exact Prices Online
Every wedding is different — and your celebrant experience should be too.
Pricing depends on:
Your wedding date and location
Travel requirements
The package that suits your day best
Rather than guessing, I’d rather give you clear, personalised pricing that actually reflects what you need.
No awkward upsells. No surprises.
Am I expensive? Well, that depends on what you value...
First things first, I am not cheap, but I am certainly not the most expensive either…. You get what you pay for an I promise you will see the value… But I get it—budgeting for a wedding is a balancing act. But when it comes to your ceremony, the "value" isn't just about a person standing at the front for twenty minutes. It’s about the atmosphere, the memories, and the feeling in the air.
When you book me, you aren't just paying for paperwork; you’re investing in:
A ceremony you actually enjoy: No checking your watch or wishing for the bar to open. You both will love every single moment of the experience.
The "Water Cooler" effect: I create ceremonies that your guests will be talking about for years to come (for all the right reasons).
The perfect emotional mix: It will feel deeply personal, moving your favorite people from belly laughs to happy tears and back again.
Zero "Cookie-Cutter" vibes: Forget the dry, recycled scripts you’ve heard a thousand times. Your ceremony will be unique, suit you to a tee, and strike that elusive balance between heartfelt and humorous.
Invisible expertise: You won’t find me hovering in the middle of the frame during your "crunch time" moments. Whether it’s the vows, the ring exchange, or the first kiss, I step out of the way. You don’t pay a celebrant to feature in your photos—you pay them to set those photo moments up perfectly.
Want to Know Exactly What It’ll Cost for Your Wedding?
If you’re searching “how much does a celebrant cost”, you’re already asking the right questions.
Fill out the enquiry form to receive personalised pricing and availability
Or let’s grab a coffee and chat through your plans
Worst case? You get clarity.
Best case? We create a ceremony your guests will still be talking about years later.