Matt Sims - Wedding Officiant

    Creating Memorable Wedding Ceremonies

    Professional Wedding Officiant serving Maryland, Virginia, Washington DC & West Virginia

    Religious & Non-Religious Ceremonies | Licensed in MD, VA, DC & WV

    About Matt Sims

    As a non-denominational pastor and professional wedding officiant, I bring elegance, warmth, and authenticity to every ceremony. From intimate elopements to grand celebrations at prestigious venues, I ensure your special day is exactly as you envisioned.

    Personalized Ceremonies

    Every ceremony is uniquely crafted to reflect your love story and personal values.

    Inclusive & Welcoming

    Traditional religious ceremonies or contemporary ceremonies performed with warmth and professionalism.

    Complete Script Writing

    Comprehensive assistance with vows, readings, and creating your perfect ceremony.

    Licensed Professional

    Authorized to perform marriages in Maryland, Virginia, DC, and West Virginia.

    What Sets Me Apart

    • Free consultation to ensure we're the perfect fit
    • Assistance with ceremony coordination and bridal party processional
    • Unique couple introduction featuring your love story
    • Flexible scheduling for multiple ceremonies per day
    • Complete marriage license handling and courthouse submission
    • Suggestions for readings, scriptures, and unity ceremonies
    • Coordination with DJs, musicians, and wedding coordinators
    • Last-minute ceremony availability when possible
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    Wedding Ceremony Services

    Whether you're planning an intimate elopement or a grand celebration, I offer personalized ceremony services to make your special day unforgettable.

    Full Service Ceremonies

    Complete wedding ceremonies with personalized vows, readings, and unity rituals at your chosen venue.

    Elopements

    Intimate ceremonies for couples seeking a simple, heartfelt celebration of their love.

    House Weddings

    Beautiful ceremonies in the comfort of your own home or a loved one's residence.

    Garden Ceremonies

    Romantic outdoor weddings in gardens, parks, and natural settings.

    Venue Locations

    Professional ceremonies at wineries, estates, hotels, and prestigious venues throughout the DMV area.

    Religious & Non-Religious

    Christian ceremonies, Secular ceremonies, Custom traditions, God honoring - tailored to your beliefs.

    Pricing

    Wedding Ceremony$300 - $500
    Rehearsal (Optional)$125 - $150

    Payment in full required. No deposit necessary. Pricing varies based on location and ceremony requirements.

    Booking Process

    1

    Check Availability

    Provide your wedding date, time, and location

    2

    Free Consultation

    Zoom or phone call to ensure we're a great fit

    3

    Plan Your Ceremony

    Collaborate on creating your perfect ceremony script

    New Office Elopements & License Signings

    My new office is now available for couple elopements and marriage license signings. Small ceremonies (50 persons max) can be accommodated in the larger spaces at no extra charge.

    View the office location at Venture X Brambleton

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    Featured Wedding Venues

    I've had the privilege of officiating ceremonies at some of the DMV area's most prestigious venues

    Winery Wedding Ceremony

    Winery Weddings

    Garden Wedding Ceremony

    Garden Ceremonies

    Washington DC Venue

    Historic Venues

    Top Venues I've Worked With

    Regency at Dominion Valley
    Riverside on the Potomac
    Old House Vineyards
    Stone Tower Winery
    Meadowlark Botanical Gardens
    Rose Hill Manor
    Fleetwood Farm Winery
    The Willard, Washington DC
    DAR Constitution Hall
    Adams Vineyard and Winery
    Raughton Manor House
    Northern Virginia

    View more venues and ceremonies on Instagram @mattsimsweddingofficiant

    Maryland

    Licensed & Available

    Virginia

    Licensed & Available

    Washington DC

    Licensed & Available

    West Virginia

    Licensed & Available

    What Couples Say

    Hear from couples who trusted me to make their wedding day special

    "From the very beginning, he was kind, communicative, and easy to work with. He brought such a positive and joyful energy to our ceremony, and even added the perfect touch of humor that made it feel warm and personal."

    Karla

    Best Officiant we could ask for!

    "He was responsive, extremely helpful and made our whole ceremony run so smoothly. We received many compliments from friends and family about how personal and special our ceremony was. The British accent is definitely a plus!"

    Ashton

    Matt was the best!

    "Matt was absolutely phenomenal, delivering a ceremony that was heartfelt, personal, and perfectly tailored to us as a couple. We wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone looking for an officiant who goes above and beyond!"

    Elizabeth

    An Unforgettable Ceremony

    "Matt really set the tone for our wedding, and it was even better than we had anticipated"

    Join the many couples who have trusted Matt to officiate their special day

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    Let's Connect

    Ready to start planning your perfect ceremony? Get in touch for a free consultation

    Request a Consultation

    Contact Information

    Phone

    (804) 305-0247

    Email

    mattsimsweddingofficiant@gmail.com

    Instagram

    @mattsimsweddingofficiant

    Service Areas

    Maryland, Northern Virginia, Washington DC & West Virginia

    Response Time

    I typically respond to all inquiries within 24 hours. For urgent requests or last-minute ceremonies, please call me directly.

    Most couples start their search 6 months before the wedding, but I'm happy to accommodate earlier bookings or last-minute requests when available.