Wedding Officiant in Waukesha, Wisconsin

Personalized wedding ceremonies across Waukesha County, from lakeside Pewaukee venues to Brookfield backyards.

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Schwa Potter with a wedding couple in Waukesha, Wisconsin

What Ceremony Options Are Available in Waukesha?

Quickie Ceremony

$300

5-7 minutes | Including tax

Not available Saturdays after 1pm

  • Short, nonreligious ceremony
  • Option to add personal vows
  • Marriage license guidance
  • Script review before the day
  • Performed at any location
  • Paperwork filed within 3 days
Quickie Ceremony Details

Rehearsal available for +$150. Travel fee of $1/mile for locations over 30 miles from Milwaukee.

What Is It Like Getting Married in Waukesha County?

Waukesha County is one of the most popular wedding destinations in southeastern Wisconsin. From the charming downtown streets of Brookfield to the scenic lakeside venues in Pewaukee and the rolling countryside of New Berlin, couples have no shortage of stunning places to say their vows. Schwa Potter regularly performs ceremonies throughout Waukesha County and is happy to meet couples wherever they choose to celebrate.

Popular Ceremony Locations

  • The Rotunda -- grand dome and banquet hall in downtown Waukesha
  • Rustic Manor 1848 -- restored barn venue in Hartland with picturesque landscapes
  • The Ingleside Hotel -- lakeside resort in Pewaukee with indoor and outdoor spaces
  • Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts -- performing arts venue in Brookfield
  • Fox River Park -- county park with banquet facilities along the Fox River
  • Lilac Acres -- outdoor event space in Waukesha

Marriage License Info

Waukesha couples can apply for a Wisconsin marriage license at the Waukesha County Clerk's office, or save a trip and apply via Zoom through Dane County. Schwa walks every couple through the entire process, including what to bring, what it costs, and how to waive the waiting period.

"Schwa was an absolute delight to have officiate our wedding! Multiple people asked us how long we had known them, which is a true testament to how thorough they are when gathering information about us and our story. The whole process was easy and care-free. I would definitely recommend Schwa to anyone looking for a wedding officiant!"

Connor Carpenter, Google Review

Google Review

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a wedding officiant cost in Waukesha, Wisconsin?

Schwa Potter offers two ceremony options. The Quickie Ceremony is $300 for a 5-7 minute nonreligious ceremony at any location. The Signature Ceremony is $800 for a fully customized 15-25 minute ceremony written around the couple's love story. Both prices include tax. A travel fee of $1/mile applies for locations over 30 miles from Milwaukee.

Can Schwa Potter travel to Waukesha for a wedding?

Yes. Schwa regularly performs ceremonies in Waukesha and throughout southeastern Wisconsin. A travel fee of $1/mile over 30 miles from Milwaukee applies. Schwa comes to any location the couple chooses: parks, backyards, venues, restaurants, or anywhere else.

Does Schwa Potter officiate LGBTQ+ weddings in Waukesha?

Absolutely. Schwa Potter is an openly LGBTQ+ officiant who welcomes all couples. Straight, gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, nonbinary, interfaith, intercultural. All love is celebrated equally.

Ready to Get Married in Waukesha?

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