wedding officiant & planning information

Let’s Toast Wedding Officiant service is dedicated to creating a memorable yet stress-free wedding experience for couples. Understanding the constraints of time and budget that many couples face, we aim to provide a seamless solution that ensures your special day is both meaningful and uncomplicated. With the decline of “justice of peace” services in Richmond and the surrounding tri-city areas since the 1990s, Let’s Toast is here to revive that straightforward process. Our service focuses on celebrating the essence of love and commitment with simplicity, while still capturing the beauty and significance of the occasion.

In addition to our streamlined officiant services, Let’s Toast is a comprehensive wedding and event planning provider. This means that if you desire a more elaborate celebration, we can accommodate your needs with a range of planning options to make your wedding day as grand or as intimate as you envision.

For inquiries and bookings, email is our preferred method of communication at [email protected]. However, you can also reach us by phone during our regular business hours from 10am to 6pm. To secure your date and our services, a deposit is required. At Let’s Toast, we are committed to making your wedding day as special and effortless as possible.

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FAQ’S

Do I have to make an appointment?

  • Appointments are required for some courthouses (Chesterfield and Richmond). Others do not require an appointment. We recommend you call the courthouse first to verify. You need to make an appointment with us here at Let’s Toast. We require at least a 48-hour notice. Anything less than that will require an upcharge starting at $25.

Do you charge or offer Pre martial counseling?

  • We have colleagues that offer that service. It is 2 sessions for $300. This can be added to your officiant package. If you would like to book counseling and officiant services, we can offer a bundle deal. Please let us know if you are interested

Is there a cancellation fee after a contract is signed?

  • Yes, In order to ensure your time frame, we make it our business to block out your assigned time so no other couple can get it. To be fair there will be a fee if services are not cancelled within 48 hours of the event. If there are extenuating circumstances that may occur, we will try our best to offer a better date and time.

What do I need to get married?

  • The couple has to go to a courthouse in the state of VA and get a marriage license. The fee is around $30 to the courts. Let’s Toast Events cannot provide marriage license for the couple. Both parties have to be present to go to the courthouse and receive the license. There is no waiting period, no witnesses, and no blood test. You need the fee and ID. If you have been married before, you may have to provide your divorce decree. Marriage license is valid up to 60 days after the date of purchase. You must bring your license and ID at the time of marriage.

How many guests can attend my private ceremony?

  • The short answer is, 0- as many as you would like. We offer many packages to meet your preferences. See packages below


Solo cup (basic) $100

  • Courthouse ceremony/license signing.
  • Courthouse ceremonies are done at Chesterfield Courthouse ONLY (other courthouses will be the next package up).
  • Courthouse ceremonies include “I do” and ring exchange. The couple can recite their own vows. Typically just the couple but up to 10 guests can be included.
  • License signing only will be done at Chesterfield Courthouse as well. or the couple can meet Let’s Toast at Meadowdale Library. NO CERMONY, just legal paperwork.
  • With either selection Signing/filing of marriage license is included. 
  • Hours- Monday through Friday 11AM-3PM.


oN THE ROCKS $200

  • This package is ideal for elopements and/or backyard weddings.
  • Ceremony written of the couples choice.
  • Guest count 10 and under
  • Signing and filing of the marriage license.


tOP SHELF $300

  • Everything that’s included with the On the Rocks package
  • Ceremony includes a unity portion (unity candle, sand ceremony, jumping the broom, etc.). (couple must have their own supplies).
  • This package are for couples having guest count over 10,
  • includes a 30 minute video chat (comparable to a virtual rehearsal).
  • Hours are Mon-Thurs 11 AM – 6 PM.
  • Fri-Sun is $400.


high ball $850+

  • Up to a 4 hour coordinated ceremony and reception. Officiant services can be include. 
  • coordinating times for photographer, toast, cake cut, etc. (additional fees can apply).
  • perfect for venues with short time frames or backyard weddings. Also great for brunch style weddings.
  • Ideal for couples who are very organized and have an intimate guest count.
  • includes up to 40 guests (fees will vary for guest count over 40).
  • This package can also be used for couples who just need someone to organize their wedding day and already have an officiant. 
  • refreshments, cake and photography could be included. (additional fees will apply).

COORDINATION PACKAGE $1500+

Shot Glass Package (Day of Planning) $1500+

Although it is for day of, this package actually starts around 4 weeks prior to your wedding. Let’s Toast will come along and pull all the pieces of your wedding together. This package are for the couples who have done their planning but just need someone to come in and finalize the project. Let’s Toast Shot Glass Package is for you. We can help coordinate your wedding day or if you just need a little finessing or fine toning to tie up loose ends, this package will work for you.

We also offer a courthouse special where we will meet the couple at the courthouse (Chesterfield courthouse 9500 Courthouse rd. Chesterfield, VA. 23832) and sign the license. The ceremony will be held outside of the courthouse (courthouse rules). The ceremony will consist of “I DO” , ring exchange, and marriage license signing for $100 Mon – Fri from 11 AM- 3 PM. (Marriage license signing on the weekend is $125). This package is also known as the Solo package.

These plans can be flexible to fit your needs. Pricing may be altered depending on your specific request.

All other services will be going into our hourly, partial, or full planning services. For more questions or information email us at [email protected] or call 804-655-9610 Tues-Fri 11a-6p (business cell)

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P.O. Box 34082, Chesterfield, VA 23235

Hours of Operation Tues – Fri 11AM-6PM

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