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Big Island Wedding Officiant

━ Big Island · Hawaii · Since 2017 ━

Big Island Hawaii
Wedding Officiant Services

Looking for a wedding officiant on the Big Island? You've found Hawaii's most trusted local team.
Licensed, insured, fully personalized ceremonies — from Kona's white sand beaches to Hilo's lush coast.

Officiant marrying couple with palm trees, Big Island Hawaii
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Big Island Wedding Officiant®

Hawaii's most
trusted
Big Island wedding 
officiant team.

1,000+

Ceremonies Performed

$550

Starting Price

5★

229 Google Reviews

Big Island Wedding Officiant® Pricing

Big Island ceremonies start at $550. See full package details and inclusions on our Officiant Only Weddings page — including the Big Island Wedding Officiant® Only package, Officiant & À La Carte Photography, and 2 Minute Weddings.

At Kona Wedding Officiant®, we create custom non-denominational ceremonies filled with warmth, love, and Aloha. We proudly welcome all races, religions, countries of origin, sexual orientations, and genders, ensuring every couple feels celebrated. Our Big Island Hawaii officiant services are fully personalized to your wishes — whether you prefer a traditional, Christian, Hawaiian, spiritual, or non-religious ceremony.

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We offer marriage officiant services and vow renewals across the Big Island, with highly trained, licensed, and fully insured officiants ready to make your day seamless. Be married by a local Big Island Hawaii officiant who genuinely cares about your ceremony — every word, every detail, every moment.

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Ceremonies can be intimate beach celebrations for 2–25 guests, or private venue weddings for 2 to unlimited guests. We handle all the details, so you can relax, enjoy, and say "I do" in beautiful Hawaii.

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Schedule a free consultation and we'll help you choose the perfect Big Island location, officiant, and ceremony style for your day.

Big Island Wedding Officiant® Pricing

Three Simple Officiant
Packages

Choose from three streamlined officiant-only packages — from a quick paperwork signing to a fully personalized Big Island beach ceremony with light photography.

All Pricing Lives In One Place

Officiant Only Wedding
Packages & Pricing

Every Big Island Wedding Officiant® package — pricing, inclusions, and details — is centralized on our Officiant Only Weddings page. Big Island ceremonies start at just $550, with our most popular packages adding light photography or full coordination.

Big Island Wedding Officiant® Only

Personalized ceremony · 2–25 guests

$550

Officiant & À La Carte Photo

Most popular · with light photography

$995

2 Minute Weddings

Simple paperwork signing only

$395

Every Big Island Wedding Officiant® Service Includes

Licensed, insured, and personally crafted with care

  • Licensed Hawaii Officiant

State-recognized & fully insured

  • Personalized Ceremony

Tailored to your story & beliefs

  • Hawaii State Beach Permit

Permit & insurance handled for you

  • Unlimited Coordination

Email & Zoom support before your day

  • Direct Officiant Access

Plan with your officiant directly

  • Traditional Kukui Nut Leis

Included with every ceremony

  • Big Island Local Knowledge

We know every coast intimately

  • License Filing

Hawaii State filing handled for you

Big Island Locations

Where We Officiate
On the Big Island

Six of the most stunning ceremony locations on the Big Island — from white sand beaches at Kona sunset, to dramatic black sand and lush waterfalls on the east and south coasts.

Officiant leading ceremony with bouquet, Kūki'o Beach

North Kona · West Hawaii

Kūki'o Beach

A pristine crescent of white sand framed by lava rock with crystal-clear water — one of the most secluded and beautiful beaches on the Big Island. Resort-level beauty without the resort.

White Sand

Pristine

Top Pick

Top Recommended

Couple kissing on Punalu'u black sand beach

Kau · South Big Island

Punalu'u Black Sand Beach

Iconic jet-black volcanic sand, swaying palms, and frequent honu (sea turtle) sightings make Punalu'u one of the most dramatic ceremony locations in all of Hawaii. Best in early morning light.

Black Sand

Honu

Dramatic

Black Sand Beach

Officiant on white sand at Hapuna Beach, Kohala Coast

Kohala Coast · West Hawaii

Hapuna Beach

Half a mile of soft, white sand and gentle turquoise water — Hapuna is consistently rated one of America's best beaches. A spacious, postcard-perfect spot for ceremonies large and small.

Larger Groups

Award-Winning

White Sand

Iconic

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Hilo · East Big Island

Carlsmith Beach Park

A tropical paradise on the east coast — calm protected pools, lush palm trees, and emerald water. Perfect for couples drawn to Hilo's rainforest beauty and quiet, lush atmosphere.

Lush

Calm Water

Tropical

East Side

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Kailua-Kona · West Hawaii

Old Kona Airport Beach

Long, expansive coastline with dramatic lava rocks and stunning ocean vistas. Plenty of space for larger ceremonies and beautifully cinematic for photography. A true Big Island classic.

Larger Groups

Cinematic

Lava Rocks

Spacious

Black lava rocks along turquoise ocean, Hawaii

Kailua-Kona · West Hawaii

Holualoa Beach

A quiet, intimate Kona beach with calm waters, golden sand, and minimal crowds — perfect for private elopements and small ceremonies. Requires a short walk across a natural jetty to reach.

Intimate

Calm Waters

Jetty Walk

Hidden Gem

Meet The Team

Your Wedding Officiant Kona Team — Local Experts

Deanna DiMichele, Owner and Lead Kona Wedding Officiant

Owner · Lead Officiant

Founder of Kona Wedding Officiant® and Big Island resident since 2010. Performs non-denominational, spiritual, Hawaiian, and Christian ceremonies — personalized with meaningful traditions.

Kahu Tom Fernandez, Big Island Wedding Officiant

Big Island Wedding Officiant

Kahu Tom Fernandez

Island-born Hawaiian minister since 2005. Beautifully blends English & Hawaiian vows, sharing Aloha and ʻohana in 15–20 minute celebrations.

Officiant Kona Joe, Big Island Wedding Officiant

Big Island Wedding Officiant

Officiant Kona Joe

Specializes in Christian ceremonies with warmth, faith, and true Aloha. Also offers non-denominational and Hawaiian-style weddings with a calming heart.

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Big Island Wedding Officiant

Reverend Libby

Marrying couples in Hawaiʻi since 1991. Officiates non-denominational, Christian, Jewish, Hindu, Buddhist, and Hawaiian-style ceremonies.

How It Works

We Handle the Details
— You Enjoy the Moment

A simple three-step process designed to make your Big Island wedding ceremony effortless and meaningful.

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Pick Your Beach & Package

Choose your favorite Big Island ceremony location and the officiant package that fits your day. View pricing →

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Claim Your Date

Lock in your date with a few clicks. Then connect directly with your officiant by email or Zoom to plan every detail of your ceremony.

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We Handle The Details

From beach permits to your custom ceremony script, kukui nut leis, and Hawaii state filing — we take care of everything so you can simply show up and celebrate.

Big Island Coverage

Officiating Across
The Entire Big Island

Our licensed wedding officiants serve every corner of the Big Island. Click below to see ceremony options and locations specific to your region.

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Big Island

Full Big Island coverage from coast to coast.

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Kona

West coast beaches, resorts, and private venues.

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East coast rainforests, waterfalls, and gardens.

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Volcano

Black sand beaches, lava rock cliffs, and volcanic landscapes.

Big Island Officiant Services

Your Local Big Island
Wedding Officiant Team

Officiant leading wedding ceremony with guests, Big Island Hawaii

Couples searching for a wedding officiant on the Big Island come to us for every kind of celebration — destination weddings, intimate elopements, vow renewals, and second-time-around ceremonies. As a fully licensed and insured Big Island Hawaii wedding officiant team, we've performed over 1,000 ceremonies for couples from around the world.

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Our wedding officiants on the Big Island serve every coast and community — Kailua-Kona, Hilo, Waimea, Kohala, Volcano, Kau, Hāmākua, and everywhere in between. Whether you need a Big Island officiant for a sunset ceremony at Kūki'o, a black sand beach elopement at Punalu'u, or a vow renewal at Hapuna, our local team will meet you there.

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We're proud to be the most reviewed Big Island wedding officiants on the entire island, with 203 five-star Google reviews and glowing testimonials across The Knot, WeddingWire, Yelp, and Zola. From first email to filed marriage license, your Big Island Hawaii wedding officiant handles every detail with Aloha.

Common Questions

Big Island Wedding Officiant®
FAQs

A few of the questions Big Island-bound couples ask most often. Need more help?  Reach out anytime →

  • Big Island officiant ceremonies start at $550 for our Big Island Wedding Officiant® Only package. Other options include 2 Minute Weddings ($395) for paperwork-only and Officiant & À La Carte Photography ($995) which adds light photo coverage. Full pricing is on our Officiant Only Weddings page.

  • Everywhere. Our Big Island Wedding Officiant® team serves the entire island — Kona, Hilo, Kohala, Waimea, Volcano, Kau, and everywhere in between. From white sand beaches on the Kona coast (Kūki'o, Hapuna, Old Kona Airport) to dramatic black sand beaches at Punalu'u to Hilo's lush rainforest gardens to Pololū's emerald cliffs. Whatever your dream backdrop, we'll meet you there.

  • Yes — Hawaii state law requires a permit for all beach ceremonies. Big Island Wedding Officiant® handles the permit application, payment, and insurance for you as part of every officiant package. You'll never need to deal with the paperwork yourself.

  • Yes. Every officiant on our Big Island team is fully licensed by the State of Hawaii and carries liability insurance. We're a BBB-accredited business and have performed over 1,000 ceremonies on the Big Island since 2017.

  • Yes — we frequently officiate at Big Island resort beaches including Four Seasons Hualalai, Mauna Kea Beach Hotel, Fairmont Orchid, Mauna Lani, Hilton Waikoloa, and the Westin Hapuna. We obtain permits for most resort-beach locations.

  • Couples apply for their Hawaii marriage license online directly with the State of Hawaii — we'll guide you through the simple process. Once you have the license in hand, your wedding officiant on the Big Island signs and files it with the State on your behalf as part of every officiant package.

  • 2–6 months in advance is ideal, though we frequently accommodate last-minute requests. Sunset ceremonies and holiday weekends book up faster, so reach out as soon as you have a date in mind.

★★★★★

Five-Star Google Reviews

Real couples. Real Big Island ceremonies. Real Aloha.

What Couples Say About Their
Big Island Wedding Officiant

★★★★★

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We truly could not have asked for a better experience. From the very beginning Deanna was responsive, helpful, and a pleasure to work with — she made the whole process easy and stress-free. Everything was taken care of for us, from the flowers and beach permits to the photographer, so we could simply enjoy our day. Deanna officiated too, and she was warm, kind, and created a ceremony that reflected everything that mattered to us. Highly recommend for a beautiful, seamless Hawaii wedding.

Madison

June 2026 · Big Island Wedding

WeddingWire

★★★★★

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Our goal was a simple, classy beach wedding in Hawaii. We told Deanna a few things we wanted included and she truly went above and beyond. All we had to do was show up — she made the entire thing happen, along with her amazing photographer. A party of five on the beach, and we could not have asked for anything more. I would highly recommend.

Kelli

May 2026 · Beach Wedding

WeddingWire

★★★★★

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An absolutely wonderful experience from the very first contact. Deanna was responsive and professional, kept us updated throughout, and made everything feel smooth and stress-free. The ceremony performed by Kahu Tom was beautiful and meaningful — exactly what we hoped for. Our photographer went above and beyond, and the florist delivered gorgeous florals right to our hotel. A flawless experience from start to finish.

Sonia K

March 2026 · Big Island Wedding

The Knot

★★★★★

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Deanna is the greatest! We decided to elope on the Big Island at short notice and she was quick to respond and clear about availability. Once confirmed, the whole process was a breeze. She suggested a perfect location based on what we were looking for, and shared helpful info on licensing, hair and makeup, and restaurants. The day arrived and she made our ceremony beyond perfect — she felt like a friend, and we'd only known her for an hour. We'd recommend her in a heartbeat.

Pia P

Feb 2026 · Big Island Elopement

The Knot

★★★★★

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Our black sand beach wedding with Deanna was pure magic. From our very first interaction to the final "I do," she embodied the true spirit of Aloha. We felt completely seen throughout planning — every detail that mattered to us mattered to her — and she guided us beautifully through writing our own vows. On the day she was genuine, fully present, and engaging. Our photographer Tara was fantastic too. Look no further.

Ellie G

July 2025 · Black Sand Beach

The Knot

★★★★★

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I'm not sure I can capture in words how beautifully Kahu Tom performed our ceremony. It was the perfect blend of relaxed, with a few jokes, and sentimental, with a thoughtful poem he wrote based on our story. Sometimes an officiant you don't know well can feel impersonal — this was the opposite. He took time to genuinely know us, and our guests said the same afterward. If you hire Kahu Tom, you will be happy.

Grace L

May 2025 · Hawaiian Ceremony

The Knot

Ready to Get Started?

Your Big Island
Wedding 
Awaits

Schedule a free planning consultation with Big Island Wedding Officiant® and we'll help you choose the perfect Big Island beach, officiant, and date — no pressure, no commitment, just Aloha.

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