All-Inclusive New Orleans Elopement Packages | Elope to NOLA

All-Inclusive New Orleans Elopement Packages

Photography-Led Planning & Stress-Free Coordination

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Skip the high-volume wedding stress. With over a decade of local expertise, Elope to NOLA delivers turnkey elopement coordination, local licensing guidance and editorial photography for couples seeking an intimate, intentional day.

Why Choose Our New Orleans Elopement Coordination

We manage every moving part behind the scenes - from top-tier officiants and fresh florals to custom timelines - without the burden of planning from out of state.

Over a decade of local expertise: We navigate hidden city logistics and timelines so your peace is fully protected.
100% focused on intimate elopements: We do not treat small celebrations as an afterthought or a side hustle to large productions.
A trusted local guide: Beyond the lens, you gain a dedicated confidant who puts you completely at ease.

If you are ready to arrive entirely as you are, you have found your people.

Curated All-Inclusive Elopement Packages

The Essentials Collection

just the two of you or a few

This is our core package—everything you need to get married without a single headache.

Cinematic Photography: Editorial-style documentary photography. Includes up to two hours of coverage tailored for you so that you can relax and know that every authentic moment is captured forever.
Licensed Officiant: A professional licensed officiant to guide your vows and seamlessly manage your legal paperwork.
Bespoke Artistry: A custom-designed fresh luxury bouquet and coordinating boutonnière to match your aesthetic, plus a petite heart-shaped celebration cake.
End-to-End Planning & Coordination: Full management of your core vendor circle, experience-driven timeline design & planning so that you’re never left feeling lost or stressed trying to coordinate everything on your own.
High-Resolution Gallery: Every frame hand-edited, delivered in a high-end private digital gallery with full print release and first-look previews.
Vetted Insider Network: Priority access to our curated circle of top local hair and makeup artists, live musicians and fine dining venues.

Newlyweds walking through New Orleans after an intimate French Quarter elopement ceremony

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Custom & Micro-Elopement Collections

Planning a weekend celebration, bringing more family or dreaming of extended multi-location storytelling? We offer custom collections for guest counts up to 20 with expanded photography coverage, live musician and legacy print packages.

Tailored around your date, guest count and distinct vision.

SCHEDULE YOUR CALL TO CUSTOMIZE YOUR DAY

Who This Is For

Presence Over Performance

You want to actively inhabit every sensory moment of your day rather than executing an exhausting, high-volume event production.

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Insanely In Love & Unapologetic

New Orleans is a beautifully loud, outgoing city where privacy doesn't exist on the historic streets. You belong here if you lean completely into your physical connection, embrace the romance, and don't mind a crowd of warm locals raising their go cups to toast you as you walk by.

Quiet Luxury & Protected Timelines

You value high-end, color-rich artistry and unhurried timelines. Your dream celebration is fiercely guarded, centered on the two of you or shared with a highly selective circle of your favorite people.

Your Simple 3-Step Elopement Journey

From "What if?" to married in three simple steps.

Step 1: The Consultation

Let’s protect your peace from day one. A fast, zero-pressure conversation. Use our calendar below to select a time to map out logistics or pick my brain about local details—even if you are just looking for local guidance, I’m happy to help!

Book your free call below →

Step 2: 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.

Step 3: Execution & Celebration

We nail down the timeline, direct the local site logistics, and coordinate the vendors so you can relax. Next up: Elopement Day. It’s time to say I do, with every moment captured just the way you imagined while we handle all the behind-the-scenes details.

I want to hear about your dream elopement!

Select a time below to check date availability & talk through your vision.

Where Will Your NOLA Story Unfold?

Whether you’re planning an elopement for two or sharing the day with a few loved ones, explore a few of our favorite ceremony locations...

"What an incredible and unforgettable experience. Marcia took the time to map out every detail of our elopement to make it so special and meaningful. There was absolutely zero stress, which meant we could truly enjoy every moment of our big day."

— T. Harris

"Marcia was amazing! From the first phone call I knew she would be on top of things, and she exceeded all of our expectations."

— A. Costello

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Elopement Questions? We Have Answers.

We want to elope specifically in the French Quarter. What are the best spots for a French Quarter elopement? +

We recommend three hidden gems that preserve that classic European character: the timeless brickwork of Pirates Alley, the quiet, pedestrian cobblestones of Exchange Alley, or the stunning, historic Pharmacy Museum courtyard.

I am trying to plan a New Orleans elopement from out of town, and handling the permits, timelines, and vendors is giving me anxiety. Do you handle the logistics for us so we can just show up and be present? +

Yes. We handle the heavy lifting so you can focus on being present. From coordinating a vetted circle of top local professionals to a seamless, custom timeline. You simply land in New Orleans and enjoy a stress-free experience.

We want our photos to tell a full story, not just show the ceremony. We want getting-ready shots at our boutique hotel, a first look, a French Quarter ceremony, and coverage of an experience like a vintage car ride or a brass band second line. How many hours do we need? +

Our Signature Experience is built exactly for this narrative scope. It offers an unhurried, elevated pace with plenty of breathing room to capture the quiet moments of getting ready, your first look, an intimate ceremony, and custom celebrations like exploring the city streets or a private second line.

We are flying into NOLA for a secret weekday elopement. We just need an officiant, a quick timeline, and a luxury photographer for a couple of hours to capture the vows and a historic French Quarter vibe. How do we pull this off simply? +

Our 2-hour Essential Experience is designed for intentional simplicity. We map out a streamlined timeline, align you with a local officiant, and spend two curated hours capturing your ceremony and a collection of just married portraits.

We want our elopement to feel incredibly intimate and intentional, but we still want our parents and a tiny circle of closest friends there. Can we include a small group of guests in your elopement collections? +

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.

We are trying to lock down our target wedding date but haven't chosen a venue or officiant yet. How far in advance do we need to secure your photography and curation packages to ensure availability? +

Popular dates book fast in New Orleans. We recommend securing your New Orleans elopement packages at least 2–6 months in advance to lock in your ideal location and vendors.

We are traveling to New Orleans from out of state or internationally and are unfamiliar with local logistics. How do you help long-distance couples coordinate their destination travel layout from afar? +

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).

We are dreaming of an outdoor ceremony at a location like the City Park Tree of Life or Jackson Square. Do we need to secure official public permits for an elopement, or can we just show up? +

Certain public locations like City Park or Tree of Life require permits. We guide you through the process and will help with permit coordination so everything’s squared away for your day.

Where do we get our marriage license, and can we get a marriage license on a Saturday? +

Marriage licenses are issued by the Orleans Parish Clerk of Court at 1450 Poydras St. (or any clerk of Court in La.) The license office is 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.

We are staying at a French Quarter hotel but want portraits across town in the Garden District or City Park. What is the easiest way to navigate city transit on our elopement day without stressing? +

Rideshare services like Uber and Lyft are abundant throughout New Orleans and offer the most seamless transition between neighborhoods. For a uniquely iconic New Orleans experience, you can also hire a private vintage car or take a classic streetcar ride, which we seamlessly build directly into your custom timeline.