MELBOURNE MARRIAGE CELEBRANT
Your Ceremony By Nicole
Your Ceremony is the Most Important Part of Your Wedding – Let’s Make It the Best One Ever!
Looking for a wedding celebrant in Canberra? I create beautiful, meaningful ceremonies tailored to you. Doesn’t matter if you’ve invited everyone you know or if it’s a small elopement, I will make your wedding day fun and memorable.
Wedding Ceremony Packages & Pricing
Legals Only Wedding Ceremony
$550
No fuss, just the legal stuff and bam, you're married! In 10 minutes, with just the two of you, two witnesses, and me. It covers everything—a quick chat, paperwork sorted, a simple ceremony, and all the legal stuff lodged.
Elopement / Micro Wedding Ceremony
$800
A little more than just the legals, but still small and intimate—just you, your love, and up to 20 of your people. It includes a personalised ceremony, legal paperwork sorted, and even access to my Ceremony Lounge for inspiration.
Deluxe Wedding Ceremony
$950
The ultimate wedding ceremony. From personalised planning and vendor coordination to a rehearsal and my kick-ass BOSE sound system, you’ll get unlimited support, access to my Ceremony Lounge, and a beautifully delivered ceremony that’s as unique as you.
Meet your marriage Celebrant, Nicole Ferguson
I truly believe that the most important part of a wedding or personal celebration is the ceremony.
My goal is for every couple and family I meet to have a ceremony so incredible that they call it the highlight of their day—the perfect mood-setter for an unforgettable celebration!
Where I Travel
For no extra cost:
ACT – Everywhere (nothing is very far!) and surrounds.
VICTORIA – Melbourne (& greater Melbourne area); Mornington Peninsula; Yarra Valley; Victorian Alps; Nth Central Vic; Regions of Gippsland & Hume
NSW - South Coast; Southern Highlands; Snowy Mountains; South-West Slopes/Riverina
For extra cost:
The World!
As a wedding celebrant,
I have one rule…
My Number 1 rule – Your wedding ceremony is all about you!
It doesn’t matter if you’re not a “centre of attention” kinda couple or if you love the spotlight, I will make sure your wedding day is fun and amazing.
– let’s do this.
More Ways to Celebrate
Deluxe Ceremony with a Twist
$800 — Want a friend or family member to lead your ceremony while I handle the legal bits? This package gives you the best of both worlds. I’ll guide you and your chosen person through the process, provide access to my Ceremony Lounge, and be there on the day to support, coordinate, and take care of the legal wording and paperwork. You get the ceremony your way—with a little expert help to make it seamless!
MC
$500-$800 — I’ll make sure your reception runs seamlessly—from keeping guests in the loop to coordinating vendors, speeches, and key moments. Need a hand with photo wrangling, last-minute touch-ups, or making sure Dad’s ready for his speech? I’ve got it covered. With my BOSE sound system, smooth announcements, and a carefully planned run sheet, I’ll keep everything on track so you can relax and enjoy—right up until the dance floor is pumping!
Vow Renewal Ceremony
$750 — Whether you're renewing your vows or making a lifelong commitment, this ceremony is all about celebrating your love, your way. I’ll craft a personalised ceremony, coordinate with vendors, and bring my BOSE sound system for crystal-clear moments. You’ll have unlimited support, access to ceremony inspiration, and a beautifully delivered experience that feels just right.
Naming Ceremony
$600 — A special way to celebrate and welcome your baby with a personalised ceremony. I’ll create a heartfelt, bespoke event, coordinate with vendors, and bring my BOSE sound system for music and speeches. With unlimited support and plenty of ideas to make it meaningful, this will be a truly memorable day to welcome your little one.
Testimonials
Hear the stories from the amazing couples I've had the joy of marrying and see why couples love saying "I do" with me!
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I book you as my celebrant?
Booking is simple. Fill out this form with your wedding date and location, or a rough idea if details aren’t set. I’ll then be in touch within 24 hours to confirm availability, and we can arrange an obligation-free chat in person or via Zoom to see if I’m the right fit to get you hitched!
How much do wedding celebrants cost?
Celebrant fees can range from $450 to $2,000 (this is also dependent on the "package" you choose). But price doesn’t always reflect the quality of service. It’s important to find someone who fits your needs and makes you feel comfortable. A lower-cost celebrant may be the perfect match for you, just as a higher-priced one might offer additional services that suit your vision.
Here’s my pricing depends on your ceremony:
• Legals Only Ceremony – $550 (Quick, simple, and just the legal bits)
• Elopement / Micro Wedding – $800 (An intimate ceremony with up to 20 guests)
• Deluxe Ceremony – $950 (The full wedding experience, tailored completely to you)
• Deluxe Ceremony with a Twist – $800 (A loved one officiates, I handle the legal stuff)
• Vow Renewal / Commitment Ceremony – $750 (A beautiful way to celebrate your love)
• Naming Ceremony – $600 (A special celebration for a new name or new beginning)
Travel within Canberra, Melbourne, and surrounding regions is included in the price. If your wedding is outside these areas, I’m happy to travel for an extra fee—just let me know the location, and I’ll give you a custom quote.
What does a celebrant do?
The bare minimum a wedding celebrant does is handle all the legal requirements for your marriage, including preparing, submitting and lodging the necessary paperwork with the relevant government departments. They also guide you through your ceremony, ensuring everything runs smoothly on your special day.
How do we choose our celebrant?
Take the time to meet a few celebrants and choose someone you both feel comfortable with. The right celebrant will match your style, understand your vision for the ceremony and complement your personalities.
What happens after the ceremony?
For legal weddings, I take care of all the paperwork and lodge it with the relevant authorities, making sure your marriage is 100% official. I’ll also order your Official Marriage Certificate—the golden ticket you’ll need for name changes and all things legal.
If you’re celebrating a vow renewal, commitment ceremony, or naming ceremony, you’ll get a fancy commemorative certificate to mark the occasion—because every big moment deserves something frame-worthy.
How fast can we elope?
You need to fill out some legal paperwork, sign it in front of an authorised person and lodge it with your celebrant one month before your proposed wedding ceremony.
What areas do you cover, and do you charge travel fees?
I officiate weddings across Canberra, Melbourne, and surrounding regions at no extra cost. See where I work here. f your wedding is beyond these areas—interstate, overseas, or on a remote island with questionable WiFi—I’m happy to pack my bags for an additional fee. Just reach out for a custom quote, and let’s make it happen!
Do you travel outside of Melbourne?
I do! I travel to the Yarra Valley, Mornington Peninsula, Gippsland - pretty much all of Victoria.
Do you travel outside of Canberra?
I do! I travel to the South Coast of NSW, the Southern Highlands and pretty much anywhere between the ACT and Victoria.
Who can be our witnesses?
You will need two witnesses to sign your legal paperwork at the ceremony. The two witnesses can be any two adults (over the age of 18) except the celebrant. You actually don't even have to know them (this is often relevant in an elopement style ceremony).
Book Melbourne Wedding Celebrant
Lock in your wedding date with a celebrant who’s all about making your day fun, relaxed, and totally you! Whether it’s a simple legal only ceremony or the whole shebang, I’ll make it seamless and stress-free. Secure your wedding date now and let’s start planning the magic!