Hennepin County Courthouse Wedding Guide
Cost, booking timeline, judge fees, and photography for Minneapolis courthouse weddings.
Quick Answer
How much does a Hennepin County courthouse wedding cost?
A Hennepin County courthouse wedding costs $92 for the marriage license, $40–$80 for the judge, and $0 for the ceremony space. Total civil ceremony cost is $132–$172. Adding a 90-minute photographer runs $650–$1,200.
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How much is a Hennepin County marriage license?
$115 without pre-marital education, $40 with 12 hours of certified education. Valid 6 months, 5-day waiting period.
Can you get married on a Saturday at Hennepin County courthouse?
Ceremonies are Monday–Friday only at the Hennepin County Government Center. Saturday requires an off-site judge, typically $200–$400.
What's included in the courthouse ceremony?
The judge, a brief civil ceremony (5–10 min), and two witnesses (or you bring your own). No music, no décor.
Do you photograph Hennepin County courthouse weddings?
Yes — 90-minute coverage from $650 including the ceremony, portraits on the plaza, and a walk to Nicollet or the Sculpture Garden.
Best Minneapolis courthouse wedding portrait spots?
Government Center plaza, Nicollet Mall, Stone Arch Bridge (10-min walk), and the Sculpture Garden (15-min drive).
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