Maree Johnston

I love elopements.

From public parks to mountain streams, from scenic lakefronts to your own backyard—get married wherever makes you happiest, and I’ll meet you there!

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Elopement Package Includes:

• A phone or email consultation

• Officiant Services and an elopement ceremony (about 10 minutes of celebrating and “I Do’s”)

• Choice of Vows

• Filing your completed marriage license with the County Clerk

• I'll take photos of you after as needed (if you let me set up a few silly ones)

Rates:

• Fort Collins/Loveland/Greeley - $250*

• Everywhere Else - $350* 

• Optional ceremony materials (like unity rituals) may require an additional fee.​

 

​*Plus Mileage as Applicable

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What’s the Difference Between an Elopement and a Full Wedding?
Great question!

Elopements are all about privacy and simplicity: a small, intimate ceremony focusing on just the two of you (and maybe a few guests). No grand entrance, no “giving away,” no long speeches—it’s relaxed, personal, and dedicated to your vows.

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They’re perfect for zero to a handful of guests. Invite your best friends, your kids—whoever matters most—but once you invite too many, it stops feeling like an elopement.

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My elopement ceremonies are short, sweet, and customized based on your questionnaire. Generally non-religious, but I’m always happy to incorporate your spiritual and cultural traditions.

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If you have more guests - please consider:

Destination Weddings/Full Ceremonies are more of a community experience with traditional elements: formal entrances/exits, tributes, and open/close addresses. 

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Full ceremonies don't have to take forever (they can be as short as 15 minutes) and they're more interesting and entertaining for your people than an intimate elopement.

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*Travel = $0.75/mile 

(if more than 25 miles from Fort Collins, Colorado)

 

Popular Examples:

Wild Basin Lodge in Allenspark: $75

Lyons Farmette: $50

Westminster Butterfly Pavilion: $80

Sapphire Point: $200

Garden of the Gods: $195

Rocky Mountain National Park: $80-100

Estes Park: $75

Denver: $60-75

Vail: $200

Breckenridge: $175

Golden: $90

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Overnights: If distance (one way) exceeds 200 miles there is an additional charge of $300/day for overnight expenses.

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In the Distance (200+ Miles):

Maroon Bells = $700 travel ($400 mileage + $300 overnight).

Aspen = $630 travel ($330 mileage + $300 overnight).

Grand Junction: $750 ($450 mileage + $300 overnight)

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Outside Colorado: I travel! I am licensed to perform legal ceremonies in all 50 states and I love to explore.  Contact me today about your non-Colorado wedding!