Besides the possibility that you don't belong to any particular sect or religion, why do people choose to have a city hall wedding?
2007-02-26 14:13:19 · 19 answers · asked by Furr. 4 in Family & Relationships ➔ Weddings
So they can save the money spent on lavish weddings for either a good honeymoon or a downpayment on a house. Many many many couples who blow anywhere from $10,000 - $120,000 on a wedding and reception wish 6 months down the line they had that money.
2007-02-26 14:21:21 · answer #1 · answered by Mickey 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There are many reasons one would choose a city hall wedding, besides your reason, the most obvious, is cost. Some prefer a low key four guest affair then a massive wedding with tens of thousands of dollars spent. Although one might say they are not romantic, I thoroughly disagree. Another reason is that a large wedding might take months to plan, whereas a city hall wedding could be spur of the moment sparing you of the uber stress as seen on TV. If you are "always the bride's maid, never the bride" then this might be perfect. After going to, and being part of many weddings, the whole experience might get tiresome and after a while, you will never want to go to a wedding again. This is a great way to commit yourself in a non hectic, romantic way.
Good Luck!
2007-02-26 14:23:57 · answer #2 · answered by jcprs69 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hi
My first marriage was in a church
My second marriage was a civic one (at the Court House in this town)
We decided on the civic ceremony as later in life we were not Church-goers, our family was smaller, it was my second wedding, it just seemed like the best idea
I was told after that, even though we wore "street clothes" that lots of people who get married at City Hall, Court House etc., still wear the complete wedding outfits and have bridesmaids, etc.
I hadn't know that - not that I would have worn a gown anyway.
Our guests were all family so after we came back to our house and had sandwiches etc., and then later in the evening we went out for supper.
I don't regret having the second wedding the way we did; however, I wish I had invited more friends and workmates to join the celebration...
Oh well - maybe the third time... lol
(just kidding, we have now been married 25 years)
Good luck :-)
p.s. I agree also with the other answer - money was one of the considerations too.
j.
2007-02-26 14:22:15 · answer #3 · answered by JustSo 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The number one reason is money. Next, it is quick and easy!
Many times if families don't get along it is easier to "elope" with a court house wedding. Some who are pregnant and don't feel a "religious" wedding is right, have one. Or, they want to get ready in a hurry.
Some people simply are private and prefer the simplicity of a court house wedding. Some don't belong to a religious group, or can't afford to rent a hotel, etc. and don't want to do it in a home.
There are many reason for couples to chose this route. At least they are getting married!
2007-02-26 14:19:21 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I just got married on the 16th at the county courthouse. We were planning on getting married 03-01-08, but a bunch of things happened that influenced our choice to get married earlier and at the courthouse.
Like many people have already stated, money was an issue for us. Another issue was both of our families were kind of going nuts with wedding plans and with us having a simple wedding at the courthouse we were able to have more control over things..mostly because there just isn't as much to take of. And because there isn't much to put figure out we were able to put our courthouse wedding together really fast, which is something people who need to get married quickly like instead of the whole process of putting together a traditional wedding. We both come from huge families, and since the courthouse had rules on how many people could attend we were able to just keep it to immediate family only. And if you have a large weird angry family like mine this is a pretty big plus when considering a courthouse wedding.
2007-02-26 16:13:10 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
money reasons
My grandparents got married in a city hall during WWII because that was the only time...and they were snowed in.
There's lots of reasons. Some people may not feel that they need a public wedding, they might elope. Lots of reasons really. If you want a city hall wedding, then have one.
2007-02-26 14:17:05 · answer #6 · answered by lovelax 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Convenience. But they usually have to make an appointment. And people think that going to City Hall is cheaper when if they'd do a little research might find a minister that would perform the ceremony just as cheap or cheaper.
2007-02-26 15:57:51 · answer #7 · answered by weddrev 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is a lot cheaper, or the marriage has to be rushed (being pregnant and forced to marry) or just convenience. Little money for City Hall, BIG money for the wedding reception.
2007-02-26 14:18:19 · answer #8 · answered by kevferg64 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Surprise baby!
Wedding was planned for September '06, baby was born in August '06. We were married May '06 so that I would be on his insurance when the baby came. Big Church ceremony is still going to be held in May '07.
2007-02-27 03:18:14 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's cheaper and requires less planning. Some couples feel that a wedding isn't about expense and details; they just want to go and get married.
2007-02-26 14:17:24 · answer #10 · answered by Amy 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋