Wedding Officiant in Racine County, Wisconsin
Need a wedding officiant in Racine County? Schwa Potter marries couples in Racine, Mount Pleasant, Caledonia, Burlington, and Waterford, at the place that fits you.
Ceremony Options in Racine County
Quickie Ceremony
$300
5-7 minutes | Including tax
Not available Saturdays after 1pm
- ✓ Short, pre-written nonreligious ceremony
- ✓ Add your own vows if you want them
- ✓ Phone or Zoom call before you book
- ✓ Marriage license guidance
- ✓ Performed at any location
- ✓ License filed within 3 days
Signature Ceremony
$950
15-25 minutes | Including tax
- ✓ Written from scratch for the two of you
- ✓ Questionnaire for each partner
- ✓ Draft 6 to 8 weeks before the wedding
- ✓ Unlimited edits
- ✓ Religious, spiritual, or nonreligious
- ✓ Vows, rituals, and unity ceremonies
Rehearsal available for +$150. Travel is free within 30 miles of Milwaukee. Small travel fee beyond that.
Getting Married in Racine County
Racine County stretches from the Lake Michigan shore west to Burlington. Schwa has officiated weddings here and will come anywhere in the county.
On the east side, Racine has a lakefront downtown, with the Wind Point Lighthouse north of the city. Out west, Burlington, Waterford, and Union Grove have barns, farms, and small-town main streets.
Plan ahead on the license. Racine County's page lists a 5-day waiting period. Wisconsin law sets 3 days, and most nearby counties use 3. The details are below.
Wedding Venues Around Racine County
- ✓ Wind Point Lighthouse: historic lighthouse on Lake Michigan, listed on the National Register of Historic Places
- ✓ Mercantile Hall: venue with brick walls and hardwood floors in downtown Burlington
- ✓ Veterans Terrace: ballroom in Burlington
- ✓ The Barn at Wagon Wheel Farm: barn venue near Burlington
- ✓ The Farm at Dover: farm venue in the town of Dover
No venue? No problem. Schwa marries couples in parks, backyards, restaurants, and living rooms too.
Racine County Marriage License
Racine County issues licenses at the County Clerk's office in the Racine County Courthouse. Here is what the county says:
- ✓ Where: County Clerk's office, Racine County Courthouse, 730 Wisconsin Ave., 1st floor, north end, Racine.
- ✓ Appointments: required. Call the County Clerk's office to book. Office hours are 8am to 4pm, Monday to Friday.
- ✓ Fee: $110, cash only.
- ✓ Waiting period: the county lists 5 days, starting the day after you apply. In an emergency, you can ask the clerk to waive it for $25.
- ✓ When to apply: the county suggests at least two weeks before the wedding.
- ✓ Book your officiant first. The application asks for your officiant's name, title, mailing address, and phone number.
Short on time? You can apply in any Wisconsin county, and Dane County takes applications by Zoom. The full steps are in the Wisconsin marriage guide.
After the ceremony, Schwa files your signed license with the Register of Deeds within 3 days.
"Schwa was absolutely amazing! My husband and I decided to elope very last minute, and we had no idea what we were doing or where to even start with getting our marriage license and certificate. He explained everything so clearly and walked us through the whole process, taking away all our worries. He made everything feel easy and stress-free, and got us married quickly while still making the moment feel special. We couldn't have asked for a better officiant!" - Aaliyah Smith, Google Review
"Schwa is professional, kind, and incredibly knowledgeable on the process, getting our signed license back to the courthouse the next day." - Rachel Longo, Google Review
Racine County Wedding FAQ
How much does a wedding officiant cost in Racine County?
The Quickie Ceremony is $300 for a 5-7 minute pre-written nonreligious ceremony. The Signature Ceremony is $950 for a 15-25 minute ceremony written from scratch for the two of you. Both prices include tax. Travel is free within 30 miles of Milwaukee. Small travel fee beyond that.
Where do we get a Racine County marriage license?
At the County Clerk's office in the Racine County Courthouse, 730 Wisconsin Ave., by appointment only. The fee is $110, cash only. The county lists a 5-day waiting period, so apply early. You can also apply in any other Wisconsin county.
Does Schwa travel to Burlington and the rest of Racine County?
Yes. Schwa has officiated weddings in Racine County and will come to any location you choose: a venue, a park, a backyard, a restaurant. Travel is free within 30 miles of Milwaukee. Small travel fee beyond that.
Does Schwa officiate LGBTQ+ weddings in Racine County?
Absolutely. Schwa has married couples of every kind: gay, lesbian, bi, trans, nonbinary, straight, interfaith.
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