Kona, Big Island Hawaii
Hire a Wedding Officiant
in Kona, Hawaii
6+
Beach Locations
$550
Starting Price
340
Sunny Days/Year
5★
229+ Reviews
Kona Wedding Officiant® Pricing
A wedding officiant in Kona starts at $550 with our most popular package. See full Kona Wedding Officiant® package details and inclusions on our Officiant Only Weddings page — including the Kona Wedding Officiant® Only package, Officiant & À La Carte Photography, and 2 Minute Weddings.
Sunset Ceremony · Kona
Looking for a wedding officiant in Kona? You've found the Big Island's most trusted local team. Kona Wedding Officiant® has been serving couples on Hawaii's sun-drenched west coast since 2017 — performing more than 1,000 ceremonies on the most iconic stretch of coastline in the islands. With over 340 sunny days a year, calm turquoise water, golden beaches, and dramatic black lava cliffs, every Kona ceremony feels like the postcard you've imagined.
Our licensed and insured Wedding Officiant Kona services include fully personalized non-denominational, Hawaiian, Christian, and spiritual ceremonies on every corner of the Kona coast. From quiet hidden beaches to beloved local parks, your ceremony with Kona Wedding Officiant® is crafted entirely around your love story and chosen traditions.
Whether you're planning an intimate elopement for two, a small destination wedding with family, or a vow renewal at sunset, our Kona Wedding Officiant® team handles every detail — beach permit, ceremony script, leis, and license filing — so your only job is to enjoy the moment.
Our home base is in Kailua-Kona, so we know every beach intimately. Schedule a free consultation with your wedding officiant in Kona and we'll help you choose the perfect spot for your day.
Every Kona Wedding Officiant® Service Includes
Licensed, insured, and personally crafted with care — what's included with your Kona officiant
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Licensed Hawaii Officiant
State-recognized & fully insured
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Personalized Ceremony
Tailored to your story & beliefs
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Hawaii State Beach Permit
Permit & insurance handled for you
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Unlimited Coordination
Email & Zoom support before your day
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Direct Officiant Access
Plan with your officiant directly
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Traditional Kukui Nut Leis
Included with every ceremony
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Local Kona Knowledge
We know every beach intimately
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License Filing
Hawaii State filing handled for you
Kona Wedding Officiant® Pricing
Kona Wedding Officiant®
Packages & Pricing
Choose from three streamlined Kona Wedding Officiant® packages — from a quick paperwork signing to a fully personalized beach ceremony with light photography.
All Pricing Lives In One Place
Officiant Only Wedding
Packages & Pricing
Every Kona Wedding Officiant® package — pricing, inclusions, and details — is centralized on our Officiant Only Weddings page. Kona ceremonies start at just $550 with our most popular packages adding light photography or full coordination.
Kona 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
Where We Officiate
Best Kona Beaches for
Your Wedding Ceremony
Six of the most stunning ceremony locations on the Kona coast — each with its own unique character, from quiet hidden beaches to legendary surf spots and exclusive resort coves.
Top Recommended
North Kona · West Hawaii
Kūki'o Beach
One of the most pristine beaches on the Big Island — a secluded crescent of pure white sand framed by lava rock, with crystal-clear water and resort-level beauty.
White Sand
Top Pick
Pristine
Great For Elopements
North Kona · West Hawaii
Kikaua Point Park
Calm, sheltered waters and a small, picturesque white sand cove — Kikaua Point is the perfect family-friendly Kona venue, especially for ceremonies that include kids and grandkids.
Family-Friendly
Sheltered
Cove
Hidden Gem
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 seeking a peaceful, secluded vibe. Note: a walk across a natural jetty is required to reach this beach, so guests must be comfortable walking on rocks.
Intimate
Calm Waters
Jetty Walk
Spacious
Kailua-Kona · West Hawaii
Old Kona Airport Beach
A long, expansive coastline with dramatic lava rocks and stunning ocean vistas. Ample space for larger ceremonies and beautifully cinematic for photography. A true Kona classic.
Larger Groups
Cinematic
Lava Rocks
Locals' Favorite
Kailua-Kona · West Hawaii
Honl's Beach
A sweet locals' beach near downtown Kailua-Kona — easy to reach, scenic, and ideal for casual ceremonies. Beautiful palms, sandy shore, and a relaxed island atmosphere.
Easy Access
Casual
Palms
Early Mornings Only
Kailua-Kona · West Hawaii
La'aloa Beach (Magic Sands)
Famously known as "Magic Sands," with white sand that washes in and out with the seasons. Only recommended for very early ceremonies around 7 or 8 AM — the beach gets busy with swimmers and bodyboarders later in the day.
7–8 AM Only
Magic Sands
Iconic
Owner · Lead Hawaii Officiant
Founder of Kona Wedding Officiant®. Performs non-denominational, spiritual, Hawaiian, and Christian Hawaii ceremonies — personalized with meaningful traditions.
Hawaiian Wedding Officiant
Kahu Tom Fernandez
Island-born Hawaiian minister since 2005. Beautifully blends English & Hawaiian vows, sharing Aloha and ʻohana in 15–20 minute Hawaii ceremonies.
Christian Hawaii Officiant
Officiant Kona Joe
Specializes in Christian Hawaii wedding ceremonies with warmth, faith, and true Aloha. Also performs non-denominational and Hawaiian-style weddings.
Interfaith Hawaii Officiant
Reverend Libby
Marrying Hawaii couples since 1991. Officiates non-denominational, Christian, Jewish, Hindu, Buddhist, and Hawaiian-style weddings.
Couple Reviews
Real Reviews From
Real Kona Couples
★★★★★ 5.0 · 229 Google Reviews
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Zola
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★★★★★
We truly could not have asked for a better experience with Kona Wedding Officiant®! From the very beginning, Deanna was incredibly responsive, helpful, and a pleasure to work with. Everything was taken care of for us — from the flowers and beach permits to the photographer — allowing us to simply enjoy our special day. Deanna created a ceremony that reflected everything important to my husband and me.
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Madison
Kona Beach Wedding · 2026
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★★★★★
Our goal was to have a simple, classy, beach wedding in Hawaii. We spoke with Deanna about the things we'd like included and she truly went above and beyond. All we had to do was show up, and she made the entire thing happen — along with her amazing photographer! We could not have asked for anything more and would highly recommend.
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Kelli
Party of 5 Beach Wedding · 2026
WeddingWire
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★★★★★
We had an absolutely wonderful experience with Kona Wedding Officiant®. From the very first contact, Deanna was incredibly responsive and professional. The ceremony performed by Kahu Tom was beautiful and meaningful — exactly what we hoped for. Our photographer went above and beyond. A flawless experience from start to finish.
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Sonia
Kona Ceremony · 2026
The Knot
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★★★★★
Deanna is the greatest! We decided to elope on the Big Island at short notice. She was quick to respond and the whole process was a breeze. She listened to our wishes and the ceremony ended up very personal and beautiful. She felt like a friend — and we had only known her for less than an hour! We would recommend her in a heartbeat.
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Pia
Big Island Elopement · 2026
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★★★★★
For our black sand beach wedding, Deanna embodied the true spirit of aloha, making our day feel incredibly personal and genuinely magical. We felt completely seen throughout the planning process — every detail that mattered to us mattered to her. She was instrumental in guiding us through writing our vows.
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Ellie
Black Sand Beach Wedding
The Knot
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★★★★★
I can't capture in words how beautifully Kahu Tom performed our ceremony! It was the perfect blend of relaxed, with a few jokes, and sentimental — with the most thoughtful poem he wrote based on our story. Many of our guests came up afterward and commented on what an amazing officiant he was, and we couldn't agree more.
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Grace
Kona Wedding Ceremony
The Knot
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A glimpse of recent Kona Wedding Officiant® celebrations across the Big Island — from sunset beach vows to black sand elopements.
How It Works
We Handle the Details
— You Enjoy the Moment
A simple, three-step process designed to make booking your wedding officiant in Kona effortless and meaningful.
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Pick Your Beach & Package
Choose your favorite Kona ceremony location and the Kona Wedding Officiant® package that fits your day. View pricing →
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Book Online
Lock in your date in a few clicks at our online booking page. Then connect directly with your wedding officiant in Kona by email or Zoom to plan every detail.
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We Handle The Details
From beach permits to your custom ceremony script, Kukui nut leis, and Hawaii state filing — Kona Wedding Officiant® takes care of everything so you can simply show up and celebrate.
Big Island Coverage
Wedding Officiant Services
Across The Big Island
Our licensed Kona Wedding Officiant® team serves the entire Big Island. Click below to see ceremony options and locations specific to your region.
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Volcano
Black sand beaches, lava rock cliffs, and volcanic landscapes.
Common Questions
Kona Wedding Officiant®
FAQs
Frequently asked questions for couples hiring a wedding officiant in Kona. Need more help? Reach out anytime →
kikaua point, kona hawaii
A Kona wedding officiant ceremony with Kona Wedding Officiant® starts at $550 for our 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.
Kūki'o Beach is our top recommended location for seclusion, easy access, and beauty. It's about a 45-minute drive from the heart of Kailua-Kona and is beautiful and private both in the morning and at sunset. If you prefer something closer to town, you might prefer Holualoa, Honl's, or Old Kona Airport — which is great for larger groups. La'aloa (Magic Sands) is iconic and dramatic, but only recommended for early morning ceremonies.
Yes — Hawaii state law requires a permit for all beach ceremonies. Kona 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 — your wedding officiant in Kona frequently officiates at Kona resort beaches including Four Seasons, Mauna Kea, Fairmont Orchid, and the Hilton Waikoloa. We'll help you plan the perfect ceremony at these beaches, and obtain the permits for most resort-beach locations.
Mornings around 8–10 AM and sunset are the best times for Kona ceremonies. Mornings are cooler with calmer water and softer light, while sunset gives you the world-famous golden hour Kona is known for. Late afternoon also works well, especially when timed about 1–2 hours before sunset for ideal photography lighting.
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 in Kona signs and files it with the State on your behalf as part of every Kona Wedding 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.
We offer non-denominational, Christian, Hawaiian, spiritual, and personalized ceremonies. Each ceremony is custom-written for your love story and can include traditional Hawaiian elements like lei exchange, sand blending, ring blessing, hand-binding, or family traditions.