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Trishalyn L.

Thank you so much Rochelle ! Everything was perfect !! I so happy to find you guys for our wedding !

Staci F.

We got married at Elope 253 on 4/20/19 and it could not have been more perfect! Rochelle was awesome to work with! We met with her twice before the big day and I have to say I was not stressed about the ceremony at all! All of our guests continue to rave about how cute the venue is and how wonderful Rochelle spoke of us at the ceremony! I 100% recommend you consider having your ceremony at Elope 253!

Susan F.

This is the perfect venue for a small but elegant wedding. Beautifully decorated, professionally managed and budget friendly. We loved it!

Carla J.

Rochelle could not have made our day any more special, we were over the moon with our ceremony. When we couldn't decide on entrance music, she found an instrumental version of a song we love that made it suddenly seem appropriate in that setting. We requested a non-religious ceremony and she totally nailed it. She made our big day as easy as she could and we appreciate her so much for it. The flowers were gorgeous, the donuts were delicious and the photographer part of our package was awesome. She took 2 people who don't like being the center of attention and made them feel comfortable in front of the camera even with all their awkwardness.

We're so very happy that we found Elope 253 for our wedding ceremony! It was exactly what we wanted. Craig and Rochelle were flexible, accommodating and truly invested in making our day as special as possible. We decided to not have any family or friends in attendance, it would have been impossible to keep it under the 20 person maximum, and we wanted a small intimate ceremony so they made sure we had proper witnesses. We chose to add the professional photography package and are extremely pleased. The photo session was really fun and we managed to stay ahead of the rain! Everything really worked out perfectly.

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Booking Elope 253 was the best decision we possibly could have made! Rochelle (the owner) made this such a special event for my wife and I. The location was spectacular, the vibe was perfect, and she absolutely covered all bases. I could not express enough positive things about Elope 253, but I can tell you that if you choose to book here, you will have a perfectly intimate and beautiful wedding!! Rochelle was so well spoken and her cadence of leading us through the ceremony was spot on. I also really loved the decor of the chapel and the little gift box that we received. The zoom feature is especially great because it allows those who cannot travel to be a part of the ceremony. I highly highly recommend Eloping at Elope 253, you will love it! read more

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Everything was perfect. Stress free, intimate, and the team was so kind and on top of everything. I couldn't be happier with how it all turned out and I would recommend their services to everyone! read more

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The way these women handled my wedding was absolutely perfect. I mean it literally took every bit of stress out of the process and these women are so kind as well as pliable, meaning they work around what you want. read more

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I can't say enough about Elope 253. Super stress free, especially since we did everything the week of the wedding. Rochelle and the crew made everything run smoothly. The location is a major plus, small and intimate, just the way we liked it. read more

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Thank you so much Rochelle ! Everything was perfect !! I so happy to find you guys for our wedding ! read more

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We got married at Elope 253 on 4/20/19 and it could not have been more perfect! Rochelle was awesome to work with! We met with her twice before the big day and I have to say I was not stressed about the ceremony at all! All of our guests continue to rave about how cute the venue is and how wonderful Rochelle spoke of us at the ceremony! I 100% recommend you consider having your ceremony at Elope 253! read more

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This is the perfect venue for a small but elegant wedding. Beautifully decorated, professionally managed and budget friendly. We loved it! read more

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Micaela T.

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Amazing! My now husband and I had a fantastic experience! I'm so glad we chose Elope 253! Rochelle and her team are awesome and I could not have had a more stress-free wedding! Everything was made so simple for us. I felt completely comfortable with Rochelle and confident that we'd have an amazing ceremony. If I could do it again I totally would! Maybe we'll be back in a few years for a vow renewal :) I had so much fun! read more

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Rochelle could not have made our day any more special, we were over the moon with our ceremony. When we couldn't decide on entrance music, she found an instrumental version of a song we love that made it suddenly seem appropriate in that setting. We requested a non-religious ceremony and she totally nailed it. She made our big day as easy as she could and we appreciate her so much for it. The flowers were gorgeous, the donuts were delicious and the photographer part of our package was awesome. She took 2 people who don't like being the center of attention and made them feel comfortable in front of the camera even with all their awkwardness. read more

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I had pretty high expectations going into this, but the Elope253 team surpassed my expectations and provided my family and I an amazing experience. Beautifully managed and I was put to tears seeing family members who couldn't make the trip on a zoom call on a big screen. Thank you for the beautiful ceremony. It was perfect. read more

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My brother got married here last weekend and it was the most perfect and special day. Rochelle was very sweet and genuinely kind. She seems very emotionally invested in her clients. Her words as she officiated the wedding made everyone cry tears of joy (luckily boxes of tissues were at every pew). Elope 253 was very inviting and there was a warmth throughout the space. We laughed, we cried, we took a ton of photos (and Rochelle also assisted in taking some for us). We are so fortunate that there is a place like Elope 253 for people who want simple, minimal but meaningful ceremonies. Highly recommended. read more

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This place is amazing! They take care of everything! We had a simple but elegant wedding and Rochelle did a great job of making sure everything went smoothly. I would recommend this place to anyone looking for an affordable, simple and beautiful wedding that is private and intimate. Our photographer, Lisa, was able to get some great shots of our day. I'm so excited to be able to spend forever with the person I love. read more

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We're so very happy that we found Elope 253 for our wedding ceremony! It was exactly what we wanted. Craig and Rochelle were flexible, accommodating and truly invested in making our day as special as possible. We decided to not have any family or friends in attendance, it would have been impossible to keep it under the 20 person maximum, and we wanted a small intimate ceremony so they made sure we had proper witnesses. We chose to add the professional photography package and are extremely pleased. The photo session was really fun and we managed to stay ahead of the rain! Everything really worked out perfectly. read more

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Danielle D.

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We wanted a simple elopement and Rochelle at Elope253 made everything so easy! They provide different packages to fit every couples budget. The chapel is timeless yet modern and unique. From the way she officiated our ceremony to the zoom link provided to our friends and family was more than we could ever ask for. Our photographer Lisa Monet was amazing and captured some awesome photos of us. Definitely try and request her if you can. Do not look anywhere else, save yourself some time and worry and book with Elope253! read more

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Thank you so much Elope 253 for a beautiful ceremony and being flexible with us. You have a heart of gold and really appreciate your professionalism. If you are looking for an intimate ceremony or last minute ceremony, Elope 253 is definitely the hottest wedding venue in Tacoma and Puget Sound Area. The wedding package was affordable. read more

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Rochelle is so caring and enthusiastic about others that elope253 was the natural step for her. She has an eye for detail and listens to her clients requests and hopes for their special day. She's also truly invested in Tacoma and can help you plan your perfect tiny wedding as well as helping you plan what to do and where to go around Tacoma. read more

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Robert W.

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What a great day! Craig and Rochelle put together a fantastic little wedding experience from start to finish for my husband and me. They were easy to contact and everything was straightforward, from booking the event, to choosing the music, to the photography afterwards. The chapel was beautiful and chic. I would recommend them highly to anyone interested in a unique wedding event! read more

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700 Court A
Tacoma, WA 98402
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(253) 677-5571
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Elope 253 is a small, hyperlocal elopement chapel that offers low stress, affordable, intimate wedding packages in a cool space that echoes the grit and creative vibe of Tacoma.

History

Established in 2017.

We are a new business and excited to get started. Owner is an alum of the Spaceworks Creative Enterprise program.

Meet the Business Owner: Rochelle B.

Rochelle is the owner of Elope 253 and is also the wedding officiant for the chapel. She began officiating wedding ceremonies in the 1st grade on the playground.

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“Craig and Rochelle were flexible, accommodating and truly invested in making our day as special as possible.”

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This ceremony was everything I wanted and more. Bronwen was absolutely lovely and even after we…read morebrought her the wrong documents TWICE (yes, embarrassing) she allowed us to still carry on with the ceremony. If you're looking for something laid back and small but still special I highly recommend this spot. We were able to have our three dogs with us plus another one last minute. The whole experience was lovely. You get two cute little shot glasses which we after took into a local bar for our first shot as a married couple together. I was hesitant to pick this spot but it was just perfect. Thank you so much!

SIX STARS! TEN STARS! ONE MILLION STARS! These guys are so wonderful, I can't say enough about how…read moreutterly perfect our wedding was. When we became engaged, we realized neither my husband or I wanted to deal with a big wedding- we just wanted a fun, weird low key day that was easy enough that we could really focus on our love, rather than 150 guests. I googled Shotgun Ceremonies, having walked by it dozens of times during First Thursday and shot them an email. They replied immediately and before I knew it we were booked for the next week. We had come up with a somewhat elaborate lie to get our immediate family down there without letting them know why. Shotgun was completely accommodating and helped us pull off the best surprise ever. You can tell these folks love their job, and who wouldn't? They celebrate love every day. Our special day is one I will never forget. I truly can't recommend them enough.

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Sharon was AMAZING to work with! We had our wedding at Belle Chapel on March 30, 2024. We started…read moreplanning two months prior! Sharon was all hands on deck with everything we could possibly want and or need. We truly lucked out finding such a special place that was not only in my home town that is very special to me, but also was also so beautiful for our 50 guest wedding. This venue captures the simplistic beauty of a historical chapel while also highlighting the well thought out details that Sharon has put so much effort into. This place is so. special and it now a key location of our love story! Thank you so much Sharon! Photography by Arlene Chambers

Sharon was a pleasure to collaborate with and ensured our special day was both delightful and…read morestress-free. The chapel served as a magnificent backdrop for the occasion.

Bastyr University Wedding Chapel

3.9

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Perfect for couples who want a BEAUTIFUL wedding (and on a budget!)…read more If you want a royal wedding, HERE YOU GO! We loved hosting our special wedding day at Bastyr University Chapel! We absolutely adored the venue, and our guests did too! Thank you Emma for all your help during rehearsal and during the event to ensure all the equipment and everything was working flawlessly. We loved it and appreciate all the memories. We choose this chapel for its incredible beauty, all inclusivity equipment, beautiful location and budget. We wanted to spend less time on things like decor and setting up tables/av, and more time with our loved ones. Best pros which saved us a ton of time and funds. 1) No decor needed - the chapel is already gorgeous, and so is the exterior if you want some photos/videos 2) Equipment included - mics, av, stand, chairs, check-in tables, table cloths, brooms, changing rooms, table cloths, etc. 3) Amazing floor space and acoustics: We had lots of bollywood style dancing and performances so floor space and acoustics were important! 4) Serene - In the middle of a state park (perfect for fall, winter or summer) Free parking for all your guests! 5) Someone on sight to help ensure things run smoothly (note, this is a staff member, and not a wedding coordinator or technician) 6) Fits up to 200+ people do you don't have to compromise on the guestlist. We only had around 80 max to keep it intimate as we wanted to interact with everyone. 7) Affordable price - We would probably not have had a wedding if venue prices were any higher! Honestly this is a great deal. Cons: - Strict no food policy, though the cafeteria is right. I wish they allowed us to at least serve cake/dessert outside within the time frame as it's a cultural tradition. We brought water bottles for our guests. Instead of a traditional ceremony followed by reception, we had an intimate party the day prior at our apartment lounge with food. Cost as of 10/2019 is $1400 for summer-Oct, and $1100 for winter months. $250 deposit. This was one of the best prices when we were shopping around. Alternatives were community centers but they required us to do all the setup and decor, which we didn't want to burden our loved ones with. Absolutely Recommend for any couple who wants a BEAUTIFUL wedding (and on a budget!).

I recently got married here…read more I say that with such ease now, but for anyone who has ever been part of planning a wedding, you know that it is anything but easy! Pam Vaughn, the events coordinator there was a pleasure to work with. They were very accommodating to us regarding our budget and the whole thing went off pretty seamlessly. A couple of perks about Bastyr: - The chapel is huge and gorgeous - if you like traditional European style churches, you will love their chapel! - They've started doing receptions there also and the food is top notch. They grow a lot of things locally on their grounds and supplement by buying things locally, so everything is excellect quality. We had a chicken dish and their vegetarian lasagna and had nothing but glowing reviews from all of our guests. - Compared to a lot of places I priced out, they are very affordable. Having a wedding officiating business as well, I will definitely be referring Bastyr to my brides.

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From the owner: Celebration Chapel offers a simple, elegant, and affordable experience for the bride and groom who…read morewant a very personal and intimate wedding with under 50 guests. With our venue, you have the convenience of both a beautiful chapel for your ceremony and a lovely reception all at the same site. In addition, our goal is to eliminate the frustration and minimize planning time by providing a one-stop option where all your primary vendors are under one roof, and most of your services are already included in your wedding package. For under $2,500 - you can get a complete wedding at Celebration Chapel! Perfect for the couple who wants to start their new life together with great memories in a beautiful setting and modern facility, in a way that makes good financial sense. Let our friendly and talented team of professionals "wow" you, from start to finish. Celebration Chapel is the place to tie the knot and said "I Do!" Hours: We are open by appointment/event. Please call ahead to set tour.

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We got married there in 2018 It's amazing! Beautiful cozy…read more So sweet Location is amazing.

Couldn't have dreamed a more perfect wedding. I am very grateful for Lynn, her venue, and her…read morestaff. I will always remember my wedding day as beautiful and stress free because of the services provided by this business. A Chapel on Swan's Trail is a gorgeous venue with an incredibly helpful staff. The Chapel is over 100 years old and located up high on a hill with a beautiful view overlooking the Snohomish valley and downtown Everett. The grounds are gorgeous with lush landscaping and something to see everywhere you look. The best part of the venue, in my opinion, is that it can be held indoor or outdoor. On my wedding day we hoped for an outdoor ceremony but were able to easily move the ceremony indoors once we saw the rain was not giving up. We moved indoor for the ceremony but the rain broke and we were still able to have the reception outdoors. Lynn, the owner of the Chapel, seriously took the weight off of me in helping figure out all of the details in planning and she took lead on the day of. The first time I went to the chapel to meet with Lynn I was overwhelmed and after leaving I felt like things were making sense and everything was under control. Lynn even recommended our pastor, Reuben Sapien, whom everyone loved. She was able to provide all of the linens on site and even provided staff to help throughout the wedding day and (which was huge) a cleanup crew so we did not have to worry about that. If you are searching for a venue, take the time to meet with Lynn and tour the property yourself and you will see the care that goes into planning your day and into the property to make it special.

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I highly recommend Elope 253 for any couple looking to create a truly memorable and stress-free wedding experience. From the initial consultation to the final execution, Rochelle and her team demonstrated exceptional professionalism, creativity, and attention to detail. They took the time to understand our vision and preferences, and then seamlessly translated them into a beautifully orchestrated event. On the day of the wedding, Rochelle and the Elope 253 team executed flawlessly, ensuring that every detail was in place and that the event flowed seamlessly. Their calm and organized approach allowed us to fully immerse ourselves in the celebration, knowing that everything was being taken care of. Overall, Elope 253 exceeded our expectations and delivered a wedding that was beyond our wildest dreams. Their expertise, professionalism, and genuine passion for creating unforgettable moments make them the ideal choice for any couple seeking a thoughtful and intimate experience with our small circle of loved ones. We wholeheartedly recommend their services to anyone looking to create a truly magical wedding experience. read more

Gabriele M.

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We eloped on 08/15/2022. Having looked into different options, we decided to contact Rochelle with Elope 253 (I had been following her on Instagram for some time). We wanted a low stress venue and working with Rochelle and her team was the best decision! You can choose different packages, that fit your wants and needs. We went with the Elope & go package with photos (photos by Lisa Monet) and we could not have been happier. Communication prior to the special day was easy and prompt. The ceremony was beautiful! We received the video and pictures soon after. The entire experience was wonderful and I would highly recommend booking your elopement with Elope 253! read more

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