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Gold Coast Beach Wedding Celebrant
Sand between your toes, the ocean behind you and everyone you love in a half-circle on the beach. I run relaxed, fun beach ceremonies from Main Beach to Burleigh and beyond.
- Authorised Marriage Celebrant
- AFCC member
- BOSE PA system included
- Proud LGBTQIA+ ally
- $790, one simple fee
Beach weddings on the Gold Coast
A beach ceremony is about as Gold Coast as it gets. I’ve married couples on the sand at Kurrawa in Broadbeach and on the lawns above the surf, and I once had the Gold Coast air show try to upstage a ceremony. We laughed it off and it became the best part of the day.
Tips for a beach ceremony
- Check if you need a booking. Ceremonies on City of Gold Coast beaches and foreshore parks generally need to be booked with council. Check their website early, especially for popular spots and weekends.
- Pick your time carefully. Mid-morning and late afternoon are kinder on guests than the midday sun, and quieter too. Check the tide times so you’re not racing the water.
- Plan for wind. Sea breezes carry voices away and play havoc with veils and paper. My BOSE PA system is included, so your vows are heard over the waves.
- Think about your guests’ feet. A few chairs for older guests and a heads-up about shoes on sand goes a long way.
- Have a backup spot. A nearby pavilion, surf club or covered area makes a perfect plan B if the weather turns.
Places I marry people
- Broadbeach
- Kurrawa
- Burleigh Heads
- Main Beach
- Surfers Paradise
- Miami
- Currumbin
- Coolangatta
During our ceremony we had some unexpected distractions with the Gold Coast air show but he handled it professionally and with humour and it ended up being a very fun and memorable ceremony.
Kathryn HayQuestions about Gold Coast Beaches weddings
Do we need a permit to get married on a Gold Coast beach?
Usually you need to book the spot with the City of Gold Coast. Requirements and fees can change, so check the council website or give them a call. I’m happy to help you work out what you need.
Will our guests be able to hear us over the waves?
Yes. My battery-powered BOSE PA comes to every ceremony at no extra cost, with a microphone for me and for your vows.
What time of day is best for a beach wedding?
Late afternoon gives you softer light and cooler temperatures. Early morning is quieter and calm. Midday is hot and busy, so I’d avoid it in summer.
Let’s chat
Is your date free? Let’s find out.
Tell me a little about your plans and I’ll get back to you to confirm availability and set up a no-obligation chat.