Too many decisions. Too many opinions. Too much pressure to perform, host, manage, and hold it together...
All on a day that’s supposed to be about your relationship.
This is exactly where eloping starts to make sense.
For a lot of people, traditional weddings feel like too much
We make it easy.
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We make it easy.
We simplify the entire process so you’re not juggling decisions, vendors, or timelines. You get clear direction, steady support, and a calm path forward.
We take the
Beyond handling logistics, we anticipate needs, reduce overwhelm, and make sure you’re never managing your wedding day.
We understand why
We work with couples who want intimacy, authenticity, and presence, not pressure or a production. Your day is designed around how you want it to feel.
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Everything essential is included, nothing unnecessary is pushed, and you always know what comes next. It’s a clear starting point with support all the way through.
We're New Yorkers through and through.
We know how to move through the city smoothly- permits, timing, flow, and energy, so your day feels effortless and personal, not chaotic. The result?
A wedding day that feels calm, meaningful, and genuinely joyful.
- Alexis and Jax
"Eloping Is Fun is everything you’re hoping for and more. If you're dreaming of an unforgettable, joy-filled, stress-free wedding day that feels like something out of a movie — stop right here. Jenny, and her extraordinary team made our entire experience truly magical from start to finish"
"They gave us the best day of our lives."
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All About Your Ceremony
NYC’s most loved officiant, Bushwick Freddy, waxes poetic and all about the magic that is a personal, intimate wedding ceremony.
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All About Your Photoshoot
Join Eloping is Fun photographers Jonica and Krisanne as they share their wisdom on how to open up to the camera and have fun on your photo shoot.
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All About Eloping in NYC
Want a peek inside the world of Eloping? Listen to our podcast, hosted by the founder of Eloping is Fun, Jenny Mac. This entertaining and informative podcast will inspire you on your elopement journey and imbue you with valuable information on all things eloping.
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Meet the new way to micro wedding. ✨
We've officially launched full-service micro wedding planning, so you get all the magic of an intimate celebration with none of the chaos. We handle the venue, vendors, timeline, and every little detail.
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FAQ's
What are the legal requirements for eloping in NYC?
What are the legal requirements for eloping in NYC?
There are no residence or citizenship requirements for getting married in NYC. You will need your gov’t issued ID, 35$ for your license and an officiant registered with the City of New York to perform your ceremony.
Will my wedding in NYC be recognized in my home state or country?
Will my wedding in NYC be recognized in my home state or country?
Yes, as long as you follow the marriage requirements of your home country then your wedding in NYC will be valid, recognized, and legally binding back home. Some couples will need an extended certificate or an apostile. Eloping is Fun can help you with that process. We know all the legal ins and outs. Please do not ask Reddit for advice; most of it is wrong.
Why don't you photograph City Hall Elopements?
Are the weddings that you perform legal?
I love the “concept” of city hall and we tried to make it work for YEARS, but I have finally broken up with city hall. Let me elaborate
The timing is at city hall restrictive, for one weekends are off the table and you are unable to even book your cermeony time until a few weeks before, so it makes is virtually impossible to plan your photo adventures, dining plans or hair and makeup in NYC. Also there are only 4 guests allowed, so your photographer plus 3 friends max.
After the security lines and picking a number and waiting, the actual wedding ceremony is like a slap in the face. At the end of the day, after hundreds of weddings, this was the final straw; couples deserve someone who at least gives two shits. The ceremony situation at city hall is a total buzz kill no matter how you cut it.
Hiring a photogrpaher at city hall is like throwing money in the toilet. Instead of crafting your time with your photographer doing cool NYC things, you are stuck at city hall waiting around. There is ONE cool photo you can get, leaving the courthouse but often its busy and crowded and you have to wait a long time to set up that “shot”
A lot of people start out thinking they can just do the wedding ceremony there and hire a photographer for “after,” but once you go that route, you have cut off many possibilities for planning and coordinating your wedding day activities in a logical way.
When couples have their wedding ceremony at NYC’s city hall, they miss out on so much. You can still have that thrilling experience of visiting city hall to get your marriage liscence but getting married here actually makes things more difficult for you.
Can I get married and do the paperwork at home?
Can I get married and do the paperwork at home?
Yes, you can. Many of our couples choose NYC as their wedding celebration city, and just do the legal stuff back home. Remember this is your day and you get to make the rules.
Do you do vow renewals?
Do you do vow renewals?
We have been celebrating many of our couples’ year anniversaries lately and have fallen in love with vow renewals and celebration photo shoots. We believe in celebrating your love over and over again to strengthen it and create memories.
What are some popular elopement locations in NYC?
What are some popular elopement locations in NYC?
NYC is your oyster, and we love to cater our wedding day adventures to compliment and show off your unique personality and style. Some of our favorite locations are the waterfront in Brooklyn, especially in DUMBO, The Brooklyn Bridge, The New York Public Library. Central Park, Top of the Rock observation deck, and even the Metropolitan Museum of NY. Anything is possible when you are Eloping in NYC.
