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The bouquet is certainly one of the most iconic parts of any elopement wedding or ceremony. It’s a tradition spanning
Imagine standing hand-in-hand, surrounded by the towering oaks and lush landscapes of City Park New Orleans, just you, your partner, and the kind of setting you’ll want to remember forever. Picture the soft, dappled light filtering through the trees as you exchange vows by the iconic McDonough Oak or beside the charming Butler Fountain. Does that vision feel like the perfect fit for your love story? Yeah, we thought so.
With our City Park elopement package, we make it easy for you to experience this unforgettable moment, blending simple planning with exceptional service. It’s all about creating a day that feels as incredible as it looks. Elope to NOLA, where your dream day becomes a reality, with no stress, just pure romance in the heart of New Orleans.
⚜️ Personalized ceremony coordination based on your love story
⚜️ Creating a stress-free, detailed timeline for your big day
⚜️ Recommendations for trusted makeup and hair artists familiar with New Orleans’ climate
⚜️ Full permit handling for City Park
⚜️ Expert elopement photography captures every magical moment
⚜️ Providing a licensed, experienced officiant
⚜️ Designing beautiful, fresh florals to match your style
⚜️ Recommending top-tier local vendors
⚜️ Offering insider tips on the best photo spots and hidden corners in City Park
⚜️ Weather backup planning to ensure your day is perfect, rain or shine
⚜️ Full support and guidance from the first consultation to your “I do” moment
At Elope to NOLA, we understand your wedding day is one of the most meaningful moments of your life. That’s why we specialize in crafting intimate, personalized elopements that capture the essence of your love.
Here’s why we are the ideal choice to make your dream elopement come true:
From the first email to the final “I do,” we’re all ears. Whether you’re picturing a quiet ceremony under those giant, storybook oaks or something with a little more flair, we’ll make sure every detail feels like you—not a wedding factory template.
From the quiet anticipation before the ceremony to the joy in your eyes as you say “I do,” we’ll capture it all—frame by frame. Our team knows how to photograph City Park in a way that feels timeless, emotional, and straight out of a movie
Planning a big wedding? Overrated. With Elope to NOLA, we handle the logistics—from permits to vendors—so you don’t have to lift a finger (except maybe to pop some champagne). It’s easy, breezy, and actually fun. You just show up ready to marry your person.
Our elopement packages are crafted for couples who want everything they need without the stress. With Elope to NOLA, we take care of the details—permit, professional photography, officiant, florals + a delicious cake. No hidden fees, no surprises, just an unforgettable, stress-free celebration in one of New Orleans’ most iconic locations.
City Park has some of the most stunning spots for an elopement, whether it’s the timeless McDonough Oak tree, the charming cobblestone bridge (for after ceremony photos), or the iconic Butler Fountain. Whatever your vibe, we’ll help you choose the perfect location for your intimate ceremony.
EXCELLENT Based on 78 reviews Sheila Morgan2025-05-12Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We use Marcia for our boat weddings at Captan Morgan Sailing Charters. She is so talented and wonderful to work with. She knows what she is doing and makes sure that the wedding is seamless. Gissel diaz2025-05-01Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Our entire day was completely magical. Marcia did her absolute to capture all the right moments. I absolutely love all of our wedding photos and so do both of our families. The overall team did amazing. Wouldn’t have chosen anyone else for our big day!! Jessica Chui2025-04-18Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Marcia did an amazing job photographing our day!! She was so knowledgeable of the venue and knew the perfect spots as well as listening to our ideas. She took the time before the day to touch base and it helped to ensure a smooth wedding day. She gave us such great pointer to ensure our photos could be the best they could be. We received the photos so quickly and they were all so flawless. We will appreciate the photos forever. Thank you for everything! Samantha Watson2025-04-10Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Marcia is the best professional photographer ever! She made us feel so comfortable on our wedding day. She has a keen eye. She is talented and super sweet! My makeup came out too orange and she edited our pictures to where you couldn't even tell! Highly recommend!! Heather Tucker2025-04-09Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Marcia & her daughter did an amazing job on our photos! She made it go so smooth & stress free. We absolutely love our photos. They both were so kind & helpful. I would recommend them to anyone wanting to elope in New Orleans. She knew all of the right places to go. 10/10 experience!!!!! Liz James2025-04-08Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Our elopement was absolute perfection thanks to Marcia and her team. She didn't just help plan our perfect day; she captured every moment beautifully. I met with a handful of planners, but the very first time we spoke I knew Marcia was who I wanted to use. She was engaging, excited, attentive, and incredibly thoughtful. All of her suggestions perfectly aligned with our vision for an intimate ceremony with our boys. She made everything so easy that I had zero stress on the day of our ceremony. As our photographer, she captured such incredible moments that I am forever indebted to her. Her ability to make us at ease in front of the camera resulted in stunning photographs encapsulating memories we can now cherish for a lifetime. If you're looking for a planner/photographer who can perform miracles and create perfection, Marcia is your girl! She is a friend for life now!! Aden Ardoin2025-04-07Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We love Marcia!!!!!!!! My fiance and I worked together with Marcia and Bob Morgan to get engagement photos taken on a sailboat. They turned out so good!!!! We appreciate Marcia and Bob for making our dream come true!! Thank yall so much 💓 11/10 would recommend:) Lovess Henry2025-03-20Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Working with Marcia was an absolute dream. My (now) husband and I were having so much trouble devising a plan to get married in New Orleans and when we found Marcia (or did she find us?) all the pieces fell into place in her articulate hands. She handled all of our arrangements so gracefully. We never had to worry that something wasn’t handled and there were so many times that she went above and beyond to give us the experience we wanted. Marcia hand-delivered to us a team of experts in Sandy Arce (Rockstar Officiant and all around kind and dynamic person), Kimberly Quinlivan who crafted the bouquet and floral pocket arrangement of my absolute dreams, and Terry of Chez RuRene Bakery who delivered the tastiest Almond Raspberry cake, decorated to perfection! If you go with Marcia Ibay of Ibay photography as your photographer, wedding planner, or both, you’ll never regret it. You might even walk away with a new friend. <3 Dana Rogers2025-03-15Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Marcia was amazing and that’s an understatement. We changed our plans for our wedding about 6 months ago and decided to get married in NOLA during Mardi Gras. Crazy idea had no idea how to pull it off. She helps us get it together and made it super easy to get married on Endymion Saturday. Our pictures were fabulous they had some Mardi Gras flare but they were breathtaking Goulding give this company more praises and recommendation. Emily Harris2025-03-13Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Marcia and her team were incredible to work with! Marcia went out of her way to accommodate some family requests, even making a local purchase for us. I was looking for a small, simple but elegant ceremony and it was better than we could have imagined! Marcia ensured all the details were covered and the flowers, cake, and photographs all exceeded expectations! Thank you for making our day stress free, and for the amazing photographs we’ll treasure forever!!
Yes, a permit is required for elopements and microweddings in City Park. But don’t worry, we’ll handle it for you. Your package includes the permit, so you can skip the paperwork and just show up ready to celebrate.
City Park offers numerous picturesque locations for ceremonies such as under a majestic centuries old oak or Butler Fountain.
The permit typically includes access to Butler Fountain (or McDonough Tree) and the iconic stone bridge for additional photography.
For optimal lighting, it’s recommended to plan your ceremony either shortly after sunrise or during the two hours before sunset. These times offer soft, flattering light ideal for photography.
Pack a few small essentials (in a tote or small bag) to keep things smooth and comfortable, blotting tissue for makeup touch-ups, facial tissue for happy tears, a bottle of water to stay hydrated, and a change of shoes if you’ll want something comfier after the ceremony. We’ll handle the rest.
No matter where you dream of saying ‘I do,’ we have the perfect package to make it effortless and magical.
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