How much does a Marriage Celebrant cost in Adelaide?

It’s a fair question. There’s a big difference between a budget-friendly ceremony at the Registry Office (currently $423 in South Australia) and a fully personalised celebration that feels like you.

Across Australia, couples spend an average of around $874 on their celebrant. Here in Adelaide, most spend somewhere between $600 and $1,100, depending on what’s included. 

But numbers only tell part of the story. Let’s look at what you’re really paying for, why prices vary, and how to find a celebrant who fits your day and your budget.

What you’re really paying for

Before diving into the details, it helps to understand what a celebrant’s fee covers. 

A lot happens behind the scenes before your big day. On average, celebrants spend 15–20 hours preparing each ceremony.

That time covers:

• Getting to know you and your story
• Writing, refining, and personalising your ceremony
• Handling all the legal paperwork and submissions
• Arriving early to set up and calm nerves
• Lodging your documents after the ceremony

It’s a blend of creativity, planning, and legal precision, and it’s my job to make sure your ceremony runs beautifully from start to finish.

How to choose the right celebrant

Celebrant cost is important, but it’s not everything. The right celebrant should feel like a natural fit, someone you trust to help shape your story. 

Here are a few questions to ask:

• Do we feel comfortable and understood when we talk to them?
• Do they get our style and what we want the ceremony to feel like?
• Are they legally registered? (You can check on the Attorney-General’s website.)
• What happens if they’re unwell on the day?

A quick chat will usually tell you more than any price list.

The bottom line

It’s your wedding and your day. But beyond the flowers and playlist, guests will never forget how your ceremony felt.

If you’re planning your wedding in Adelaide or anywhere across South Australia, and you’d like a ceremony that feels heartfelt, relaxed, and true to you, I’d love to chat.

You can get a quick quote or check your date availability. There’s no pressure, just a friendly conversation about your day.

Because your ceremony deserves more than a script. It deserves a story that truly reflects who you are.

Andrés ❤️
Your Adelaide Celebrant