All-Inclusive New Orleans Elopement Packages
With Photography-Led Planning
This isn't just a wedding; it is a profound narrative. If your vision for a New Orleans elopement is centered entirely on the two of you, you belong here. We handle all the local planning and logistics behind the scenes, so you can just show up and completely enjoy your day.
Picture the low afternoon light filtering through ancient Spanish moss, the rich sound of brass music drifting down a historic corridor and warm locals raising their glasses to toast your commitment. New Orleans doesn’t simply host your elopement; it joins in.
Our mission is to ensure your day flows with zero friction. We bypass the industrial noise, strict production timelines and performative obligations. Just y'all, in a city that always welcomes genuine romance.
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Who This Is For
You want to actively inhabit every sensory moment of your day rather than executing a performative, traditional production for a crowd.
New Orleans is a beautifully loud, outgoing and public city where privacy is entirely non-existent on the historic streets. You belong here if you lean completely into your physical connection, embrace the romance and do not mind public displays of affection. You want your imagery to be deeply creative, vibrant and bursting with true-to-life color.
You value high-end, color-rich artistry, unhurried timelines, and genuine connection over the chaotic noise of high-volume event planning. Your dream celebration is fiercely guarded, centered entirely on the two of you or shared with a highly selective circle of cherished guests.
All-Inclusive Elopement Packages
We manage every moving part seamlessly to protect your peace of mind. One team. Unified vision. Absolute tranquility. To preserve our creative focus and dedicated care, we intentionally limit our calendar and are currently accepting 2027 commissions.
The Essentials Collective
- Cinematic Photography: Editorial-style documentary coverage by Marcia or an Associate curator. Includes up to two hours of coverage tailored for the couple and up to four guests.
- Trusted Officiant: A personable, professional licensed local expert to guide your vows and seamlessly manage your legal paperwork.
- Bespoke Artistry: A custom designed fresh luxury bouquet and coordinating boutonnière shaped to match your aesthetic, paired with a petite heart-shaped celebration cake.
- The Seamless Solution: Full coordination of your core vendor circle, experience-driven timeline design and local permit guidance.
- The Delivery Blueprint: Every frame meticulously hand-edited, delivered in a high-end private digital gallery with full print release and a first-look preview.
- The Insider Network: Direct, priority connection to our closely vetted creative circle of the finest local hair and makeup artists, live musicians and fine dining.
Your Simple 3-Step Elopement Journey
The Strategy Session
Let’s get to know each other. We’ll check current availability, answer your burning questions and make sure we’re a perfect fit. I’ll give you the ground truth on what it takes to elope in this city so you can feel confident in the plan.
Reserve Your Date
Ready to lock it in? Secure your elopement date with a signed contract and retainer. Once your date is on my calendar, I step in as your local advocate and we immediately begin building your custom experience.
Execution & Celebration
We nail down the timeline, assist with permit coordination and coordinate the vendors so you can relax. Next up: Elopement Day. It’s time to say I do effortlessly, with every moment captured just the way you imagined while I handle all the behind the scenes details.
"There was completely zero stress, which meant we could truly inhabit every single moment of our milestone celebration. Our photos look like a high-end fashion editorial, yet they feel exactly like us." — T. Graves
"We wanted to skip the wedding industry machine and just focus on each other. Elope to NOLA didn't just coordinate our day—they protected our sanity and curated a day we'll never forget." — Sarah & Michael
Why Our Curations Offer the Ultimate Intimate Celebration
Arrive entirely as you are. Depart with a narrative worth repeating. Eloping in New Orleans is never about settling; it’s about choosing something far more intentional. It’s about prioritizing your presence over a performative production.
Having documented hundreds of intimate elopements since 2014, our team knows a foundational truth: the genuine artistry lives entirely in the unscripted chapters. When that brass band rounds the corner and the melody resonates through the air, you will feel it completely. That sensory experience is worth every ounce of intention.
If you are researching an elopement in this historic city, let us protect your peace of mind with an all-inclusive package that ensures ease alongside a team completely dedicated to your story.
Elopement Questions? We Have Answers.
Yes — Louisiana law requires two witnesses. No worries: Your photographer often signs as one, and we provide another if needed, so your day is completely legal and stress-free when you elope in New Orleans.
Our curated collections begin at $3,500 for intimate weekday elopements, with most couples choosing an editorial commission tailored to their specific vision + guest count. Every package includes photography, a licensed officiant, professional vendor curation and florals. Let's Chat!
Absolutely! We specialize in intimate celebrations. Our collections are strictly designed for guest counts of 20 or fewer to ensure your ceremony remains a private, intentional sanctuary rather than a production.
Popular dates book fast in New Orleans. We recommend securing your New Orleans elopement packages at least 3–6 months in advance to lock in your ideal location and vendors.
We specialize in done-for-you planning for domestic & international couples. We simplify all the paperwork and legalities and can recommend lodging and local travel options. The nearest major airport is Louis Armstrong New Orleans International (MSY).
Certain public locations—like City Park or Jackson Square—require permits. We guide you through the process and help with permit coordination so everything’s squared away for your day.
Marriage licenses are issued by the Orleans Parish Clerk of Court at 1450 Poydras St. The license office is strictly closed on Saturdays and Sundays, so out-of-state couples should plan to arrive in the city at least one business day prior to their ceremony. As your Lead Curator, I provide a detailed guide on exactly what to bring and how to navigate the office, ensuring your application experience is seamless.
No worries! We always have a curated Plan B ready. Whether we utilize the historic architecture of the French Quarter for cover or embrace the cinematic look of clear umbrellas, we ensure the weather never dictates the joy of your day.
Honestly? No. Mardi Gras week is extremely busy and logistically challenging. We highly recommend planning your New Orleans elopement packages for a window before or after Mardi Gras for a smoother, more enjoyable experience.
We help make it seamless. Most couples use ride-share services or airport shuttles from the airport to their hotel. For your elopement day, options range from private limo for style and comfort to coordinated ride-share services for smaller parties. We help you choose the best option and handle all the timing and logistics between your ceremony and photo locations, ensuring your movement is entirely stress-free.
Authentic Celebrations. Zero Stress. Real Stories.
Let’s Create Your Dream Destination Elopement in New Orleans
Let’s make it official – with all the soul, charm and romance New Orleans has to offer.
Check your date, fill out the form and we’ll set up a time to chat. Can’t wait to hear what kind of magic you’re bringing to the Big Easy!