When is the right time to find an officiant?

A few weeks ago I had to share with a couple that I could not be their Celebrant due to another ceremony I have the same day and the same time. It made me question when the right time to seek a Celebrant or other officiant is and how to know which one is right for you.

The first thing you have to consider is how far out your ceremony is. Remind yourself that wedding season gets busy quickly. From April to October officiants are very busy on the weekend. If you take too long in choosing your officiant, the person cannot guarantee that they will be available for you. You might not get the officiant you really want! Choosing your officiant early is very important to make sure your day, time, and perfect Celebrant is available.

You should also consider the officiant you are choosing and the type of ceremonies they write. If you are choosing an officiant that does not do customized ceremonies and you are seeking a ceremony of this type then you may not need to find an officiant as early in your engagement. However, if you are looking for a ceremony officiant like a Celebrant that creates customized ceremonies, that person will need more time to craft your ceremony. The longer you wait to find them, the less time you allow them to create the perfect ceremony for you.

Overall, it is important that you pick your officiant early. It is so easy to gloss over the ceremony when you are busy with the many other parts of your special day but remember that the sooner you pick your officiant, the happier your day will be!