There’s something special about courthouse and City Hall weddings.
Maybe it’s the simplicity of the day. Maybe it’s the fact that when you strip away the expectations, what remains is exactly what matters most — the two of you, your promises, and the people you choose to celebrate with.
Over the years, I’ve had the chance to photograph elopements at some of California’s most beautiful courthouses and civic buildings, each with its own atmosphere and personality.
Below you’ll find a collection of some of my favorite courthouse and City Hall elopements from across California.
I hope they inspire your own celebration, wherever it may take place.
Still deciding on a location?
I also put together a detailed guide to some of my favorite Courthouse and City Hall locations across California, with real wedding examples, tips, and insights from photographing in these spaces over the years.
You can read it here:
Best City Hall & Courthouse Elopement Locations in California (Photographer’s Guide)