When you get engaged, step one is to celebrate! Step two: find a wedding venue.
What a lot of couples don’t realize, however, is that step three must be finding the right marriage celebrant. The great celebrants book well in advance, and it’s a good idea to know what kind of style you want for the wedding before you start planning for other things!
So, without further ado, here’s our list of the top marriage celebrants in the Blue Mountains area.
Best Marriage Celebrants In Blue Mountains
Cate Brockbank of Celebrations by Cate is one of Sydney’s most sought after marriage celebrants, specialising in creating unique, personalised, and client-focused ceremonies.
From simple marriage ceremonies in her Freshwater-based office to creating custom-tailored ceremonies with extravagant concepts and a touch of adventure. Cate will guide you through all aspects of your ceremony and welcomes people from all nationalities and diverse backgrounds.
Celebrations by Cate is passionate about her job as a marriage celebrant, funeral celebrant and funeral director.
Cate endeavours to take your wishes and create a ceremony that the two of you and even your family and friends will look back on as one of the best memories of your lives. As individual and unique to you. Your story, your words of love, your ultimate creation.
Location: Northern Beaches & Sydney NSW
Years experience: 11 years
Fees: Available during consultation and on her website
Style: Fun, Caring, Attentive
Phone: 0421 389 925
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Contact : Catherine Brockbank
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Since bursting onto the Sydney wedding scene in 2019, Nina has become a highly sought after celebrant.
Known for her engaging storytelling, warmth, attention to detail, and focus on creating the unique vision for each of the couples that she works with, it is her pride and privilege to make every wedding special, meaningful, and a perfect blend of fun and emotional.
Paying homage to her couples’ journey, and looking forward to what lies ahead for them, Nina’s ceremonies don’t just celebrate a moment in time, but a life that will be lived together.
Whether you’re after something small and intimate, or big and bangin’, Nina will create the vibe for you, and memories that will last a lifetime.
Address: Sydney, NSW
Phone: 0468 323 739
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When you choose this top Sydney Celebrant you get your very own love story written by a Professional Writer, high-quality live streaming for any absent guests + a high def recording of your ceremony – such a priceless keepsake.
You also get the use of her professional wireless Bose PA system – all your words and music will be crisp and clear! Plus an album of your ceremony to cherish in the years ahead. And a warm, relaxed vibe; with lots of love, laughter & fun.
Meggan, also a Meditation Teacher, will put you at ease & ensure everything flows effortlessly & easily.
To discover if she’s a good fit, book her for a zoom chat via her website now.
Location: Sydney
Years experience: Since 2011
Fees: Ranging from $630 – $2310.
Style: Elegant, punchy and meaningful.
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Phone: 0424 178 323
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Leah is a young, friendly and bubbly celebrant who brings character to her work.
Whether your ceremony is written with the intention of being delivered as a surprise or if you have designed it together Leah writes ceremonies that are personal and funny.
Leah enjoys meeting new couples and learning about how they fell in love in order to bring their stories to life. This is where Leah’s love for creative writing is exercised and is able to offer a unique approach to designing ceremonies.
Knowing that weddings are a stressful time, Leah makes the preparations and the lead up to your special day easy and ensures that everything is perfect for when the bride walks down the aisle.
Phone: 0422 904 171
Social: Married by Leah
Contact : Leah Appleby
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In high demand for his storytelling and warm presentation voice, Stephen is a popular choice. His love of public speaking results in calm, comfortable, often witty ceremonies that capture the attention of his audiences. Unlike some celebrants, Stephen insists on getting to know you well so he can speak at your ceremony with the authority of a friend. He also excels at putting everyone at ease on the day and efficiently processing all the required paperwork. If you are lucky enough to secure Stephen, you won’t regret booking him.
Location: Sydney and surrounds
Years experience: 4 Years
Fees: Available on his website
Style: Fun, friendly, capable
Phone: 0412 501 250
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As one of Sydney’s most fun wedding celebrants, Janet Lomax loves making wedding ceremonies anything that the happy couple want it to be. From a relaxed affair to a bubbly day to something more sophisticated, Janet can do it all.
Janet always makes the couple a priority and makes sure that the day is about them and what they want. Janet is an organised person and professional in her planning stages. She can walk you through each step of the planning and make sure you get all the details just right.
Location: Sydney
Years experience: Over 8 years
Fees: Discussed during planning
Style: Organised, down to earth, flexible
Phone: 0404 463 664
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Janet Lomax
Say hello to a crazy good wedding without any pesky boring bits when you lock in this super fun Sydney marriage celebrant and emcee. Marry Me Zoe vows you’ll have no wedding day regrets cos she’ll help you rock your vows with a tonne of wows, heartfelt highs and unexpected moments of surprise to delight your guests! Together you’ll flip and reverse the conventional traditions and create a ceremony and reception that is totally you. 1000% inclusive of all LGBTQIA+ couples, Zoe is a super stylish celebrant with upbeat energy, firecracker vibes and a passion to give you and your guests the best celebration ever, that everyone will be talking about for years!
Fees: $675 – $1395
Style: Energetic, Friendly and Inclusive
Phone: 0408 408 537
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Contact : Zoe Sabados
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Zoe Sabados
For over 13 years, Catherine has proudly married hundreds of “loved-up” couples. It fulfills her soul being a part of such a special day, that is full of joy, excitement, and love.
With her years of experience, she knows all the right questions to ask, to make sure she creates the perfect ceremony that suits your style, personality, and needs.
She knows that no two weddings are the same, and she is happy to keep things simple and sentimental or provide a fully personalised “Your Love Story” ceremony, that could also incorporate readings, extended family, pets, musicians or anything your hearts desire.
Catherine proudly supports all forms of love, including LGBTQIA+, and is ready to help you celebrate your big day.
Years experience: 13 years
Fees: Ranging from $600-$1400
Address: Gymea Bay, NSW
Phone: 0412 620 765
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Although Justine might not have as many years under her belt as other celebrants on our list, she’s one of the highest rated and reviewed! She’s licensed with the Australian Federation of Civil Celebrants, and she will help you create and host a wedding ceremony that is tailor-made to your specifications and personality. After all, this day is all about you and your partner!
Location: Penrith, NSW
Years of Experience: 5
Style: modern, personal, professional
Number of Weddings: 350+
Prices: contact for quote
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Phone: 0411 608 192
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Karen Brown of Emu Heights, NSW is passionate about weddings and wedding ceremonies, and is always so excited for every one of her couples. She’ll make sure that you and your guests aren’t bored or yawning during the ceremony and will make it all personal to you. Karen even makes a lovely, boxed gift of your ceremony as a memento of the day!
Location: Emu Heights, NSW
Years of Experience: not stated, 20 years as a speaker
Style: organised, friendly
Number of Weddings: not stated
Prices: contact for quote
Phone: 0409 127 829
Social: A Timeless Love
Contact : Karen Brown
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Karen Brown
Tina Marie Sheil doesn’t think there’s a better job in the world than being a marriage celebrant—and lucky for her couples (and you) because she’s fantastic at it! She also has 15 years of experience as an events manager, so she can help you plan your day, down to the last detail. She has also performed cultural and religious ceremonies, including Buddhist and Hindu.
Location: Leura, NSW
Years of Experience: 12
Style: flexible, friendly, intimate
Number of Weddings: not stated
Prices: $795 for a personalised wedding
Phone: 0400 550 919
Social: Love in the Mountains Celebrant
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Tina Marie Sheil
Evelyn Calaunan is a big fan of all of life’s big moments, and your wedding day is no exception! As a celebrant and an MC, she’ll be the voice that guides you through your day and makes sure everything goes according to plan. Evelyn is a real joy to work with, if her testimonials are anything to go by, and she offers creative tree-planting ceremonies, unity candles, and more.
Location: Wentworth Falls, NSW
Years of Experience: 11
Style: heart-warming, calm, professional
Number of Weddings: not stated
Prices: not stated
VIDEO: Evelyn Calaunan Celebrant
Phone: 0425 340 666
Social: Blue Mountains Celebrant
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Evelyn Calaunan
Phil Timbrell JP (member of Nepean Celebrants) is a great choice if you’re looking for a marriage celebrant with a good sense of humour. His fee includes his own PA system as well as a signing table (tablecloth included), and more. He only books one wedding a day, so you can be sure other couples won’t be distracting him or cutting into your time if their weddings run late.
Location: Mount Riverview, NSW
Years of Experience: not stated
Style: funny, relaxed
Number of Weddings: not stated
Prices: starting at $380 for registry-style in his office, and $730 for a large wedding (120+ people), extra for travel may apply
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Phone: 0418 654 525
Social: Happy Day Marriage Celebrant
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Susan Artup is one of the most experienced marriage celebrants in the Blue Mountains and NSW. You can be sure that she can help you with every little detail of your wedding ceremony, down to helping you in writing your vows. She believes the words of your ceremony script should be a treasured memory and will put every effort into making them beautiful.
Location: Lapstone, NSW
Years of Experience: 20+
Style: warm, creative
Number of Weddings: not stated
Prices: contact for quote
VIDEO: Susan Artup Celebrant
Phone: 0408 826 743
Social: A Ceremony by Design
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Angela Blattman is beloved by her couples and believes that your wedding day should be planned with your wishes in mind—so, your wedding can be as traditional or informal as you wish, and personalised to you. She will also include religious and non-religious rituals upon request, and the only rule she has is that you have fun!
Location: Emu Plains, NSW
Years of Experience: 7
Style: relaxed, professional
Number of Weddings: not stated
Prices: contact for quote, deposit or $250 required upon booking
Phone: 0417 047 858
Social: Terms of Endearment
Contact : Angela Blattman
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Parting Notes
It’s so, so important to trust and be comfortable with the person who is officiating your wedding. Oftentimes, they’ll even help you plan the wedding ceremony—down to writing your vows, choosing the music for your processional, and more. Great wedding celebrants will be there to hold your hand and make sure the entire experience is stress-free and as joyful as possible, so don’t wait another moment and contact some of our favourites—right on this list!
Best Marriage Celebrants in NSW