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Why Elope in PA or Pennsylvania?  It’s one of the top 5 vacation destinations in the USA with 54,000 miles of rivers and streams and 116 state parks. Plus Pennsylvania is the Keystone State and is blessed with many great elopement destinations like the Poconos, Philadelphia and the Pittsburgh areas.

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Pennsylvania is a fantastic location for a wedding, with a range of options for couples looking for a unique and unforgettable wedding experience. Pennsylvania is home to some of the most charming and historic towns and cities in the United States, such as Philadelphia, Gettysburg, and Lancaster. These locations can provide a unique and memorable backdrop for your wedding ceremony and photos. Pennsylvania is also home to a range of natural landscapes, including mountains, forests, and lakes. These scenic locations can provide a stunning and unforgettable setting for your wedding, whether you want an outdoor ceremony or photoshoot.

As shown below, there are many interesting places and activities that a couple can enjoy when you Elope in PA or Pennsylvania either before, during or after your destination wedding.

Pocono Mountains, PA

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Harmony Gardens-Lois Heckman, Celebrant
Harmony Gardens, in the foothills of the Pocono Mountains, is a gorgeous outdoor wedding site, with a large covered pavilion. Your package includes Celebrant Lois Heckman, who will create a meaningful and personal ceremony for you and officiate it in this peaceful, lush setting. Local information and referrals are also provided for an elegant or casual elopement. Only an hour and half from NYC and Philadelphia ****
127 Harmony Lane
Poconos (Saylorsburg), Pennsylvania
18353
US
Phone: 570.350.9514

Hersey, Pennsylvania

The Inn at Westwynd Farm
A magical elopement experience awaits at The Inn at Westwynd Farm. Customize your special day with An Elopement Designed for You. Select the perfect location to exchange your vows: whether it is indoors in front of the fireplace with snow falling outside, or a summer garden wedding by the waterfall. The beautiful sites on the farm are many and the choice is yours. Everything else is included but the stress! From the officiant and witnesses, to the flowers, cake, champagne, accommodations and photography, The Inn at Westwynd Farm has thought of it all, so you don’t have to. Review all The Inn at Westwynd Farm’s intimate wedding, honeymoon and elopement details and packages on their website and begin planning your dream elopement today!****
1620 Sand Beach Road
Hummelstown, PA
17036
US
Phone: (717) 533-6764 or (877) 937-8996

Stahlstown, Pennsylvania


Foggy Mountain Lodge and Pub
If your dream venue is somewhere that can provide enchanted woodland, then Foggy Mountain could be the answer. Sitting on 40 acres of the Laurel Highlands, you can exchange your vows in a number of locations including the pondside gazebo or their intimate log chapel. Summer celebrations can be hosted by the stone hearth in their outdoor pavilion, while Winter weddings are perfect for the wood burning fireplace in the chapel. With on-site lodging Foggy Mountain can offer a fully inclusive venue for your wedding day.****
117 Foggy Mountain Lane, PO Box 165
Stahlstown, PA
15687
US
Phone: 1-877-FoggyMt or 877-364-4968

wrightsville (york), Pennsylvania

Historic Ashland Elopement Packages
A Historic Ashland intimate elopement is timeless; with 5 outdoor ceremony options and 4 indoor ceremony options, any time of year for your Elopement is ideal. Couples seeking an elopement package can choose from 3 different elopement packages including the private estate venue, flowers, an officiant, and photography. Historic Ashland is an ideal country-side, private estate nestled just outside of Lancaster and York counties. Choosing Historic Ashland for your Pennsylvania elopement is sure to be both a memorable and stress-free experience!*****
6219 Lincoln Highway
Wrightsville, PA
17368
US
Phone: (717) 740-0090

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Allentown (Lehigh valley), Eastern Pennsylvania

Lehigh Valley Elopement Package - Katherine Hunter
Katherine Hunter Celebrant specializes in overseeing elopements and micro weddings with beautiful custom ceremonies you will cherish. Katherine has a keen interest in the emotional investment human beings put into those special milestones in life. Her extensive travels across Europe, South America, Asia, and the Middle East have allowed Katherine to study a range of cultures and languages, giving her a unique perspective when it comes to helping her clients bring their vision of their perfect marriage ceremony to life. As a Humanist Celebrant, Katherine works with all faiths and spiritualities, including interfaith couples and those with no religious or spiritual affiliations. While based in Lehigh Valley in Eastern Pennsylvania, Katherine also works all over the state and in New Jersey. She is also happy to discuss travel.***
Allentown, PA
18103
US

 

Ambridge, Pennsylvania

A Simple Vow
An elopement wedding can happen anywhere starting with a promise and a ring… standing in the middle of a creek feeling the cool water against your ankles, snug among the local park trees, a view from the west end overlook of the Pittsburgh skyline or the warmth and intimacy of your home all ending with a kiss. Whether they come to you or you to them, they promise you will receive the same care and respect that all couples receive. Add their basic 10 minute spiritual, religious, or civil ceremony that includes travel to your location within 25 miles of Ambridge and filing of your Marriage License. See all the details and options here.**
Ambridge, PA
15003
US
Phone: (724) 241-8697

Boyertown, Pennsylvania

Reverend Pamela L Brehm
Plan your elopement with a wedding Officiant who will create a ceremony that is a reflection of your relationship, both in spirituality and personality by listening to your private concerns. Reverend Brehm offers a variety of packages or will custom design services for you.**
Boyertown, PA
19512
US
Phone: (610) 367-7244

Angie Candell Photography
Your Love Story is One of a Kind. Your Wedding Photos Should be, too. Whether you're having a sweet, backyard elopement or an epic adventure elopement, Angie would love to help you create the wedding photos of your dreams.**
2568 E. Finley Dr
Claysville, PA
15323
US
Phone: (724) 710-5800

Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania

Historic Acres of Hershey
Eloping couples have the option of an open pavilion, pond and lawn or farmhouse and fire pit as venue settings at the Historic Acres of Hershey wedding venue offering arrangement flexibility for staging your own celebration event.**
3425 Old Hershey Road
Elizabethtown, PA
17022
US
Phone: (717) 298-6340

Emmaus, Pennsylvania

Pun Nuptials-Wedding Officiants
The Pun Nuptials group of non-denominational Professional Wedding Ministers and Officiants welcome new ideas and enjoy themed weddings! They come from all denominational backgrounds, so you don’t have to have religious affiliations or be of a certain religion to be married by them and they don’t mind performing secular weddings. Take a look at their evolving website to see who, what they are about. While there take a look at their budget friendly package offerings, such as the simple and quick, Sapphire Package held at their Serenity office in Emmaus.**
860 Broad Street, Suite 102
Emmaus, PA
18049
US
Phone: (484) 602-5477

Ephrata, Pennsylvania

Historic Smithton Inn
Historic Smithton Inn is a historic-hip and wonderfully unique venue for your small elopement wedding gathering. Located in Lancaster County, they offer pre-planned packages like their Wedding for Two or will help customized one especially for you.**
900 W. Main Street
Ephrata, PA
17522
US
Phone: (717) 733-6094

Foxburg, Pennsylvania

The Foxburg Inn
Consider a mid-week ceremony and save some money while still having a choice of outdoor or indoor venues, catered receptions and planning assistance for an intimate, magical elopement celebration at The Foxburg Inn.**
20 Main Street
Foxburg, PA
16036
US
Phone: (724) 659-3116

Gettysburg, Pennsylvania

Battlefield Bed & Breakfast
For couples seeking a simple elopement package with 10 guests or less, and options on venue settings, a cake reception and officiant assistance contact the Event Coordinator at Battlefield Bed & Breakfast and relax and enjoy your exchange of vows ceremony!**
2264 Emmitsburg Road
Gettysburg, PA
17325
US
Phone: (717) 334-7330

The Inn at White Oak
Nestled on 30 acres of private ponds, gardens and woodlands, with beautiful waterfalls and wildlife to enjoy while just minutes from the attractions of Gettysburg’s Lincoln Square, couples looking for a historic small town for their PA elopement and honeymoon should consider The White Oak Inn as their destination.**
1 White Oak Trail
Gettysburg, PA
17325
US
Phone: (717) 334-8448

Lancaster, Pennsylvania

Rev. Kelly Jo Singleton Officiant
Rev. Singleton is an ordained Interfaith Minister who has been officiating wedding ceremonies since 2010. She offers heart-centered ceremonies for all couples including non-religious, religious, interfaith, and spiritual. She is based in Lancaster County and serves the Central PA region and beyond.**
PO Box 8374
Lancaster, PA
17604
US
Phone: (717) 471-3599

Mount Joy, Pennsylvania

Cameron Estate Inn
The elegant and picturesque surroundings of this premier Lancaster County wedding venue is the ideal setting for a perfect storybook elopement tucked away midway between historic Lancaster, Hershey, and York and Harrisburg, PA.**
1855 Mansion Lane
Mount Joy, Pennsylvania
17752
US
Phone: (717) 492-0111

The Olde Square Inn
This beautiful venue is a perfect Lancaster County setting for Brides & Grooms to enjoy the Inn's elopement package and for capturing their ceremony in pictures. The gardens are in full bloom from May to September and host a cast iron fountain, and along with the building architectural details your photos will remind you of your romantic visit.**
127 East Main Street
Mount Joy, PA
17552-1513
US
Phone: (717) 653-4525

New Holland, Pennsylvania

Harvest Moon Bed & Breakfast
Geared towards a private elopement or smaller ceremonies, The Harvest Moon has the perfect evening ambiance for couples with soft music and candlelight and catered dinners all wrapped into an elopement package that will make your time together as special as you are!**
311 East Main Street
New Holland, PA
17557
US
Phone: (717) 723-5251

New Hope, Pennsylvania

1870 Wedgewood Inn
When you choose the 1870 Wedgwood Inn for your elopement, you also get to enjoy breakfast and bed and accommodation in one of the jacuzzi and fireplace suites. How romantic!**
111 West Bridge St
New Hope, PA
18938
US
Phone: 215-862-2570

Sharon, Pennsylvania

Buhl Mansion Guesthouse & Spa
This 1890s stone ‘castle’, a National Register of Historic Places listing is now one of America’s most romantic inns! Buhl Mansion Guesthouse & Spa offers Brides & Grooms a luxury elopement escape and optional indulgent spa treatments with an overnight stay purchase and the Elopement Ceremony Package that includes photographs, wedding cake and champagne, flowers, staff services, and keepsake gifts. Explore all the package details along with other package offerings here.**
422 East State Street
Sharon, PA
16146
US
Phone: (724) 346-3046

Shawnee on Delaware, Pennsylvania

The Shawnee Inn and Golf Resort
This vendor shares their strong sense of responsibility to the Pocono Mountains community with every visitor and their commitment is a vital part of what makes this region such a fascinating destination. Celebrate your PA Northeastern destination elopement at The Shawnee Inn and Golf Resort by choosing their Two Person Wedding Package that includes an overnight stay, wedding cake, dinner and champagne, flowers, and morning breakfast and see for yourself the special care and relationship shared between staff members, families and neighbors. Review the details of all their packages here.**
100 Shawnee Inn Drive
Shawnee on Delaware, PA
18356
US
Phone: (800) 742-9633

Upper Black Eddy (Bucks County), PA

Bridgeton House
Bridgeton House on the Delaware specializes in creating a dream elopement package tailored just for you. With the Delaware River as your backdrop, along with the talented chefs & staff and luxurious accommodations–Bridgeton House is truly the ultimate romantic Bucks County elopement destination.**
1525 River Road
Upper Black Eddy, PA
18972
US
Phone: (610) 982-5856

 



 

Elope in PA or Pennsylvania Marriage License Requirements:

To be married in Pennsylvania you must have a valid marriage license issued by any county clerk.  Here is a summary of the license requirements when you Elope in PA or Pennsylvania:

Minimum
Age		 License
Cost
 Application
Waiting
period
 Waiting
period
to marry
 License
valid		 Blood
test
18 yrs $55 – $90 3 days none 60 days no