How can I legally elope in Oregon?

Making an elopement legal in Oregon has a few requirements. You will need an officiant, marriage license, and two witnesses over the age of 18 who are not the officiant or one of the partners. Having the two of us as photographers, we also double as witnesses!

Can you get married in an Oregon State Park?

A permit is required for any event at a state park, including weddings, that the agency describes as a “nontraditional park use” or is normally prohibited under its rules. That would include gatherings of 50 or more people in a portion of a venue that is not designated for group use.

Can you get married at the Rose Garden Portland?

2-hour limit Capacity 100 people, 12 chairs The Gazebo is located just north of the Rose Garden. A Z50 key and key deposit are required to access electricity. ADA accesible up to the gazebo stairs.

How do you budget for an elopement?

On average, we have seen elopements cost anywhere from $2,000 to $15,000. It all depends on what the couple decides to do on their elopement day. Traditional weddings, according to The Knot, averaged just under $34,000 in 2019. So, yes, it can be cheaper to elope instead of having a wedding.

Do you have to have a ceremony to get married in Oregon?

After the license becomes effective, you have 60 days to have a ceremony performed anywhere in Oregon. You will provide the marriage license to your officiant, who will return it signed back to the county. This period is not extendable; if the 60-day limit is exceeded, a new license must be purchased.

What do you need to elope?

Information and documents needed to elope in California Such as: valid driver’s license, passport, military ID, or state-issued ID. $90-100 cash for the application fee. The exact amount varies by each county. For those who have been divorced previously, you will also need to know the date of the dissolution.

Do you need a permit to elope on the Oregon coast?

Do you need a permit to elope on the beach in oregon? Most of the time the answer to this one is no, as the coastline is considered public land. Exceptions to this are groups larger than 50 or the use of structures in your elopement.

How do you get married at Hoyt Arboretum?

You can book your wedding reservation online, by calling 503-823-2525 or by visiting the Parks & Recreation office in person at 1120 SW 5th Ave. When booking a wedding at Hoyt Arboretum, you will choose between three areas: Stevens Pavilion, also known as the Picnic Shelter (our choice)

How do you get married in Cathedral Park?

How to get married at Cathedral Park. Portland Parks and Recreation manages Cathedral Park, and they require a permit to book the venue if you are having a wedding with guests. You can call their Customer Service Center at 503-823-2525 to book your permit.

What are the disadvantages of eloping?

The Cons of Eloping:

  • Your guest count is limited. An elopement is defined as an intimate wedding and can be anywhere from just the couple up to 25 guests.
  • No dance party.
  • Foregoing the Pinterest wedding.
  • No wedding registry.
  • Giving up the bridal party.