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Ocean City Weddings
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Beach Weddings
Tips for the Best Ocean City Beach Wedding
With all of its rich family tradition and breathtaking beauty, it comes as no surprise that many couples choose to tie the knot with a beach wedding in Ocean City, Maryland. What better way to tie the knot than surrounded by people you love under a warm sun with waves breaking in the background and a cool breeze blowing off of the gorgeous Atlantic Ocean? Beach weddings offer an elegant experience in a relaxed and casual atmosphere and Ocean City has everything your need to commemorate your love and make the memory of your special day last a lifetime.
From restaurants, country clubs, and hotels with stunning views to florists, photographers, and houses of worship, you’ll find all the necessities for an amazing beach wedding in. Whether you’re planning a small, intimate affair or a huge gathering, and beach wedding or a religious ceremony, or even just a bachelor or bachelor party, Ocean City is the ideal destination for a beach wedding. With spectacular scenery and all the venues and amenities needed for an unforgettable wedding within a few miles, you’ll be hard pressed to find a location as perfect as Ocean City for a beach wedding, so it’s no surprise that hundreds of couples choose to say their vows here every year. Whatever you want, however creative you want to be, your dream wedding can become a reality in Ocean City.
Beach Weddings in Ocean City, MD
Tips for the Best Ocean City Beach Experience
With all of its rich family tradition and breathtaking beauty, it comes as no surprise that many couples choose to tie the knot with a beach wedding in Ocean City, Maryland. What better way to tie the knot than surrounded by people you love under a warm sun with waves breaking in the background and a cool breeze blowing off of the gorgeous Atlantic Ocean? Beach weddings offer an elegant experience in a relaxed and casual atmosphere and Ocean City has everything your need to commemorate your love and make the memory of your special day last a lifetime.
From restaurants, country clubs, and hotels with stunning views to florists, photographers, and houses of worship, you’ll find all the necessities for an amazing beach wedding in. Whether you’re planning a small, intimate affair or a huge gathering, and beach wedding or a religious ceremony, or even just a bachelor or bachelor party, Ocean City is the ideal destination for a beach wedding. With spectacular scenery and all the venues and amenities needed for an unforgettable wedding within a few miles, you’ll be hard pressed to find a location as perfect as Ocean City for a beach wedding, so it’s no surprise that hundreds of couples choose to say their vows here every year. Whatever you want, however creative you want to be, your dream wedding can become a reality in Ocean City.
Apply for a marriage license
Once you’ve decided on an Ocean City, Maryland, wedding, your first step is to apply for a Worcester County marriage license. Call the Clerk of Court Office at 410-632-5500 to find out what’s required, and what documents are needed.
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First Step for a Beach Wedding in Ocean City
Arrange a Beach Wedding Ceremony
If you want to arrange a beach ceremony, call the Ocean City Mayor’s Office at 410-289-8931. You’ll need to provide someone to officiate, since Ocean City doesn’t have a Justice of the Peace.
Wedding Prep Check-List
Make sure you can get it all done
Think about your Rehearsal Party
4-6 months out: Check-List
Start early
Make sure you get a permit
2-4 months out: Check-List
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Wedding FAQs
More details on getting married in Worcester County
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You need to apply for a Worcester County marriage license. Call the Clerk of Court Office in Snow Hill at 410-632-5500 to find out what’s required and what documents are needed.
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No. You must wait until after 6 am on the second calendar day after you apply for the license before you can be married.
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According to the Worcester County site,
- “Only the bride or groom need apply. The fee for a marriage license application is $35.00, CASH only, no checks accepted. You will need to show a drivers license or birth certificate for both the bride and groom. No blood test is required. We need to have Social Security numbers for both.
- The fee for a civil ceremony is $25.00, CASH only, no checks accepted. Please make an appointment at the time you apply. We can accommodate no more than six people.
- You must be married in Worcester County, if you obtain your license in this county.
- You must wait until after 6:00 a.m. on the second calendar day after you apply for the license before you can be married.
- The license is valid for six months from the date of issue.
- If either party is divorced, we need documentation of same, please bring papers with you. If bride resumes her maiden name, we will need to see documentation of same.
- If either of you have a deceased spouse, you will need to know the date and place of death.
- If under 18, please call for information.”
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