Nanette officiated our non-denominational elopement in Santa Barbara in Sept 2020, after COVID…read morerequired us to postpone our actual wedding until 2021. From the first call via Zoom, her warmth, consideration for the experience we wanted to have, and inquisitive questions made it a no-brainer to go with her. We decided to be surprised by her sections as we felt comfortable she had asked enough questions to understand what we were looking for. She checked in regularly as our date approached, and as we kept her updated on our timetable and other vendors. She showed up early, gave some last minute suggestions, listened to how we wanted to handle the first look and ceremony, and then ensured we were good to go on the marriage license. The ceremony itself was beautifully written and perfectly in line with what we wanted. We would highly recommend Nanette as a wedding officiant, especially in Santa Barbara but also anywhere else. Thanks Nanette for making our special day even more special!

Nanette did a wonderful job officiating our small wedding at the Santa Barbara Courthouse. She is…read morevery responsive and tailored the ceremony to us and our personalities. I would recommend her services, she was outstanding.

SB Elopement is always a joy to collaborate with! Their team brings such a calm, thoughtful, and…read morepersonal approach to every wedding they produce. What stands out most is how much they genuinely care about their couples. They take the time to understand each couple's vision and create celebrations that feel authentic, intimate, and meaningful. Behind the scenes, they are organized, communicative, and incredibly supportive of both their clients and their vendor team, which makes for a seamless event day from start to finish. ~SPARK Creative Events

Shauna with Santa Barbara Elopement is amazing! We're so glad we hired her as she was totally worth…read moreit! Shauna helped us plan our intimate wedding with only 2 weeks notice, she was always on top of it sending me referrals and keeping in contact. Our wedding day ended up having some crazy weather but Shauna was able to work around it all. We went with our back up location and due to the flash flood that was happening that day our guitarist couldn't make it but she found a last minute replacement that did great! Without her I would've been a stressed out mess but she took care of the problems behind the scenes so that I could enjoy my day. We even provided her with some flowers and she decorated our wedding cake beautifully. Definitely hire Shauna if you want someone reliable, friendly, and that's very knowledgeable in the industry.

It's hard to find the words to describe our experience with Barbra as our officiant. From the very…read morebeginning, she captured the essence of our relationship so beautifully. When we first met to review how the ceremony would open, we instantly knew the connection was meant to be. When everything came to life on our wedding day, the ceremony became a heartfelt reflection of our journey together and filled us with joy and excitement for the path ahead. We were truly blessed to have met and worked with Barbra. She will always be a meaningful part of our special day, and we highly recommend her to any couple looking for an officiant who brings authenticity, warmth, and heart to their ceremony.

Barbra was kind, professional, and so thoughtful - we were so grateful to have her officiate our…read moreintimate 20 person wedding at San Ysidro Ranch. She took the time to get to know us (we met with her at her home in SB) and thoughtfully integrated our stories that my now-husband and I shared about each other. A close friend attending the ceremony asked if we had known Barbra for years, which is a true testament to her ability to officiate ceremonies that are truly unique and reflective of each couple she works with. Our wedding day was wonderful in every way, and we are so glad Barbra was a part of it.

We want to thank Miriam SO much for our wedding ceremony. We truly can't imagine it without her…read more The rehearsal was perfectly emotional and sweet, and it was so great having her there to orchestrate. Our families were also blessed by her presence at our rehearsal dinner. They have talked about their conversations with her multiple times! It was so special. Multiple of our guests couldn't believe that we'd just met Miriam within the year, which speaks so perfectly to how well she listened and understood us. I don't remember many ceremonies of weddings I've attended, and I've had conversations with guests who remembered specific things she said (and how they cried!). Not a dry eye, it was so beautiful. It was inclusive of everyone who couldn't be there, while at the same time celebrating us and everyone who could be there with us. The perfect balance! She made our wedding and the start of our marriage so meaningful. We truly cannot thank her enough for coaching us into the start of our marriage!

Miriam is an outstanding Officiant! She spent time with my (now) husband, my family members and…read morebest man/maid of honor to create a personalized and very memorable service. Would absolutely recommend Miriam!

Father Jerry did great job for our ceremony, from planning it start to finish. He is really a great…read moreperson and fun to talk to! Father Jerry married us at Zachari Dunes in September. I would recommend using him if you need a wedding officiant, he meets with you to help create the best ceremony from your beliefs and helps craft truly unforgettable experience! He is very professional and experienced, and well spoken!

Father Jerry was one of the main components on why our mini wedding went so well. He is…read moreprofessional, funny, caring, and just a pleasure to be around. Our communication during the preparations and to add the pressures of covid were exceptional. He would always email or text back in a timely manner. Upon meeting him in person we felt so at ease and so blessed that our paths met. Originally he was over our budget but our gut told us we wanted him to marry us and when we met him we knew he had to be our minister. Father Jerry married us on 11/14/2020 in our backyard home. Our families both loved him and were very pleased with how our wedding ceremony went. Father Jerry accommodated our families different faiths and religious views with respect and confidence. Thank you Father for everything. Aileen R & Diego R.

Shawna of Dulce Dia Events, came highly recommended to me. And let me tell you, it's no surprise…read morewhy - she's absolutely amazing! From our very first call, I knew she was the one I wanted to work with in planning our wedding. Shawna is not only incredibly personable and welcoming but also highly professional. Most importantly, she genuinely wants to understand your vision for your big day and is dedicated to bringing it to life. Throughout our planning process, communication with Shawna was seamless, whether through email, text, or calls. She consistently provided guidance and support, making planning our wedding from the Bay Area a breeze. As the wedding day approached, Shawna scheduled calls to touch base, not just about the wedding details but also to check in on me personally - a gesture that meant so much to me! Thank you so much Shawna Having Shawna as our wedding planner and coordinator was one of the best decisions we made. I had no worries at all, knowing that she was coordinating and communicating with all our vendors to ensure everyone was informed and on the same page. Our wedding day turned out beyond perfect, thanks to Shawna and Celia. They both went above and beyond to make our day memorable and unforgettable. Thank you, Shawna and Celia! You are both truly amazing, and we are forever grateful for everything you did to make our wedding day so special. And for your heartfelt gift that meant so much to us!!

Hiring Dulce Dia Events was hands-down one of the best decisions we made for our wedding. From the…read moremoment we booked, Shawna was incredibly available, responsive, and full of amazing vendor recommendations. The minute we met her, we knew she could handle anything that came her way--her experience shines through in every detail! At our very first planning session, Shawna brought up things we never would've thought of on our own and gave us thoughtful, unique ideas that added such a special touch to the day. As the date got closer, she took over communication with all of our vendors, made sure everyone had a clear, flawless timeline, and even ran a ceremony rehearsal for our entire bridal party to help things go smoothly. Of course, wedding days come with surprises--like forgotten flower girl petals, vendor delays, and parking issues--but Shawna handled EVERYTHING with total grace and control. She was calm, focused, and had it all locked in without ever making us feel the stress. Her associate Kim was equally amazing. She kept me grounded and calm throughout the day, always made sure we had a fresh drink in hand (literally as we stepped foot off the aisle), and even had our plates ready while guests were still being served. It's the kind of thoughtful care that makes all the difference. You can truly tell Shawna and Kim love what they do--their energy, professionalism, and attention to detail made our day unforgettable. We are so thankful for everything they did to make it perfect. Thank you both from the bottom of our hearts!

I just happened to find out that Rich Tobin had a Yelp page and decided that I just had to leave a…read morereview. Rich married my husband and I VERY LAST MINUTE at Bacara on the beach back in 2004. We were so lucky to find him and were thrilled that he was able to perform a nondenominational ceremony which is exactly what we wanted. We loved and appreciated Rich so much because he was so easy to work with. Super patient and able to answer all our questions. Plus, he was able to grab us a marriage license in such a short amount of time. Not that he can still perform that magical miracle nowadays but back then he made it happen. We had an actual wedding scheduled with family and guests a few months after Rich married us but my husband being the impatient person he is decided we just HAD to get eloped and get married there and then by ourselves on that beach. It was really the best decision ever. I really highly recommend for this for all couples. Get married on your own somewhere and have the wedding party later because that special moment will your own forever. And you will remember it well instead of having that stress of dealing with keeping others happy at your party. Anyway, back to Rich. He has wonderful energy and light making him the best officiant to have marry you. I can't recommend him enough. And for the record, my husband and I are still married and in love as we were way back in 2004 and we now have 3 children with one of them going off to college in a month. True love exists! Let Rich make it happen for you! Wherever you are, Rich. Thank you. We will never forget you.

We were so fortunate to find Rich Tobin to conduct our Santa Barbara wedding. We left our first…read moremeeting with Rich knowing with certainty he would be the perfect person to officiate our wedding. Rich provides an air of calm on your tumultuous wedding day. He is a composed professional and is beneficial to any wedding. His service received many compliments from our wedding guests and the vows we created together were fantastic. Definitely recommend!

Dani came highly recommended to us by a friend who had also eloped at the Santa Barbara Courthouse…read more After researching her and learning more about her services, we knew she was exactly what we were looking for. From our first contact, Dani was incredibly responsive and provided us with all the information we needed. She took the time to get to know us and even sent us a draft for our wedding ceremony. On the day of our wedding, Dani arrived promptly and was warm and welcoming. Our guests were impressed with her delivery, and her words truly made our day feel intimate and beautiful. Dani has a way of speaking that captivates you, and we could have listened to her talk all day. We highly recommend Dani to anyone in search of an officiant for their civil wedding. She played a significant role in making our day unforgettable. Thank you, Dani, for your exceptional service!

I found Dani through Yelp. I was searching for a spiritual wedding officiant for our wedding in…read moreTopanga Canyon. She was absolutely perfect for our wedding! We have received so many compliments to what a beautiful ceremony we had, even our most critical family members have raved about how warm and loving our ceremony was. As mentioned in other reviews, Dani followed up quickly when we expressed interest and we scheduled a 30 minute conversation for us to become acquainted with one another and then she followed up with a series of questions for both my husband (love saying HUSBAND!) and I to complete on our own.. she then combined what we said and made a beautiful reading! We wanted our ceremony to be totally different from anything we had ever seen before.. she was completely willing and did research to find us the best rituals based on our likings. We had a native American sage ritual before the ceremony... followed by a poem written by Bob Marley (which is perfect as my husband is a huge music buff), we had a hand fasting ceremony and also broke glass to pay tribute to our jewish heritage. Her smile alone is captivating.. I instantly felt at ease the day of the wedding when she arrived. I will highly recommend her to friends / family and I'm soooo grateful we met her! Thanks to yelp!

One of the best decisions we made was working with Wild Heart Events as our wedding planner. Jaime…read moreand her incredible team: Jenna, Pasha, Tsahai & Natalie are a pleasure to work with. Their customer service and attention to detail is second to none. Almost all of our friends and family commented how every detail was so fun, perfectly curated and magical! Every single vendor WHE suggested was absolutely A+. Zero complaints. Jaimie's team is incredible - everyone was warm, helpful and professional. We felt so taken care of start to finish (it was a year and a half of planning) If you're still reading this review - don't hesitate - reach out and secure your date... like, now! :)

Working with Jamie and her incredible team was an absolute pleasure. Their communication was…read moreconsistently timely and detailed, and they demonstrated exceptional problem-solving skills and creativity. Jamie, Pasha, and Jenna felt like friends throughout the wedding weekend, managing every aspect of the event beautifully and having a good time while doing it. Their attention to detail was remarkable--even our guests noticed and appreciated it! The vendor referrals and relationships they fostered contributed to a flawlessly executed event, surpassing our expectations in every way--from the florals and paper to the band and beyond. The real highlight was collaborating with Jamie to design the wedding events. She is exceptionally talented and brought my unconventional color palettes to life in the most eclectic and elevated way. She's got vision!! Thank you to the WH team for being such amazing partners in creating our unforgettable wedding experience!