Springtime Courthouse Wedding in St. Paul, Mn

This courthouse wedding in St. Paul, Minnesota is the perfect example of how a city elopement can be intimate even in a public setting.

This couple created a day that fully celebrated them, including their love of closest family members and friends.. They were wed with a marriage ceremony at the Ramsey County Court House in downtown St. Paul. They chose to keep things easy, and planned for photos of their family, the ceremony, and special portraits together.

Why Choose A Court House Wedding in St. Paul, MN?

Choosing to have a courthouse wedding in St. Paul is ideal if you’re planning an elopement or intimate micro-wedding. The St. Paul City Hall and Ramsey County Courthouse are both beautiful examples of Art Deco architecture from the 1920’s.

The Ramsey County Courthouse has an elegant interior of limestone, wood, and marble. The lobby has intricate geometric designs.

First Moments Of an Elopement in St. Paul

Before the ceremony, the energy was joyful and emotional in the best way.

The couple spent time greeting their guests, and getting important pictures with their families. This created a really grounded start to the day, as well as built up the natural excitement of the elopement ceremony to come.

Wedding Ceremony inside Ramsey County Courthouse

The couple had their marriage ceremony in a courtroom at the Ramsey County Courthouse.

With a smaller group, the experience felt immersive and so intimate. Guests were engaged and emotional as they watched the two say their vows.

I always like to guide couples through portraits in a way that feels natural and unforced, giving direction and also leaving space for movement and real emotion.

What do you wear for your St. Paul elopement at the courthouse?

Keep things minimal and simple, just like the rest of your plans.

I love what everyone wore that day. Guests were dressed in spring time elevated casual, and the couple chose a white dress and suit. Deep green is the perfect non traditional suit color for a spring wedding in Minnesota, since it celebrates new beginnings through marriage.

Wedding Portraits after your Courthouse Wedding in St. Paul, Mn

One of my favorite parts of elopements is taking couples on a little tour of the area they elope in. It’s so fun to explore and find pretty spots that you might not notice when you’re in St. Paul unless you take the time to slow down and look.

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portrait with cherry trees after a spring courthouse wedding in st. Paul Mn

Tips for your courthouse elopement in St. Paul, Minnesota.

If you’re considering a courthouse wedding in St. Paul, here are a few things to keep in mind:

Get Started by getting your marriage license and scheduling your ceremony
Plan time for portraits afterward because you’ll have the just married glow!
Make a reservation for a post-ceremony meal or celebration
Always make a back-up plan for inclement weather. Spring in Minnesota can be sunny, warm, rainy, cool, snowy, and sometimes all in one day! Union Depot is a great indoor alternative for portraits. We can also bring umbrellas and dance in the rain.

Thinking about keeping things simple with a Ramsey County courthouse elopement?

Whether you want something quiet and low-key or just a day that feels a little more you, these kinds of weddings leave space for what matters most. I’d be honored to be your photographer for a your courthouse wedding in St. Paul, Minnesota and help you discover what a meaningful wedding day will look like for you. Reach out today to get started planning.