A Forgotten Coast wedding should feel like the coast you fell in love with — quiet beaches, small towns, and a ceremony that doesn’t sound like it was written for someone else. Whether you’re planning a beach “I do,” a backyard gathering, an elopement, or a vow renewal from Mexico Beach through St. George Island, we’re here for the words and the moment.
Florida ceremonies are written and performed by Chris — 26+ years and 400+ weddings on this coast. Call (850) 888-2165 or send your date and town; we’ll help you choose a ceremony style, shape the script (including our optional Message to the Bride and Groom), walk through the Florida marriage license, and sign it after you say I do.
Planning in Madison or the Dells instead? Start on the Wisconsin page — that market is booked with our Wisconsin team. Couple reviews live on our Reviews page, and WeddingWire.
What we handle for your ceremony
Before the day: ceremony style, a script that sounds like you, rehearsal if you want one, and license timing for destination couples (most Forgotten Coast weddings use Gulf, Franklin, or Bay County). After you say I do: we sign the license and return it to the issuing clerk.
Chairs, florals, lodging, and weekend vendor logistics aren’t the officiant’s job. If you need planning or coordination for a Forgotten Coast wedding, Forgotten Coast Wedding Company is a related business under the same ownership. You Had Me At I Do remains your officiant.
Forgotten Coast towns we officiate
Start with the town page for the beach or city where you’ll say I do.
- Mexico Beach
- Port St. Joe
- Cape San Blas
- St. George Island
- Apalachicola
- St. Joe Beach
- Windmark Beach
- Panama City
- Panama City Beach
- Tyndall AFB
Florida marriage license
Out-of-state couples can apply in any Florida county. Most Forgotten Coast weddings use Gulf, Franklin, or Bay. Read Florida marriage license for a Forgotten Coast wedding — and confirm current rules with the clerk when you apply.
Related ceremony pages
Florida Wedding Officiant — Forgotten Coast
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