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PERSONAL. MEANINGFUL. LEGALLY SEAMLESS.

WEDDING OFFICIANT SERVICES

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Your ceremony is the heart of your wedding day - the moment everything becomes official, both emotionally and legally.

Whether you envision something deeply story-driven or beautifully simple, we guide you through the entire experience with clarity, collaboration, and calm leadership.

The award-winning team at Flower City Ceremonies, based in Rochester, NY, crafts couple-centric ceremonies that reflect your values, your personalities, and the life you’re building together.

our offerings

our offerings

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begins at $499

The Love Story Experience

Best for: Couples who want their ceremony to be the emotional heart of the day

This is our fully immersive, white-glove experience. We take the time to truly know you - your story, your values, and what this commitment means to you - and craft a ceremony your guests will remember long after the last dance.

    • In-depth love story interview

    • Fully customized, story-driven ceremony written from scratch

    • Unlimited revisions until it feels exactly right

    • Vow coaching and editing support

    • Guidance on readings, music, and ceremony structure

    • Rehearsal leadership (if desired)

    • Early arrival and calm day-of presence

    • Complete legal concierge service, including filing and follow-up

    • A keepsake copy of your ceremony the things included in this package here

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begins at $299

The “I Do” Package

Best for: Couples who want a heartfelt, personalized ceremony without going over the top

Our most popular option. Your ceremony will be thoughtfully written, warmly delivered, and uniquely yours; balancing meaning, personality, and flow without a full love-story deep dive.

    • Custom-written ceremony tailored to your relationship

    • Consultation to learn your tone and preferences

    • Guidance on vows and ceremony structure

    • Professional officiation on your wedding day

    • Arrival at your venue

    • Full legal handling and filing of your marriage license

    (Note: This package does not include rehearsal leadership.)

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begins at $79

Sign & Go

Best for: Couples who want a simple, legal marriage — no extras, no frills

Perfect for couples who simply need to be legally married in New York State. You’ll come to the officiant’s home, sign the license, and ensure everything is filed correctly — so you can move forward with confidence.

    • Legal officiation in New York State

    • Declaration of Intent and Pronouncement

    • Proper completion and filing of your marriage license

    • Clear guidance on what to bring and what to expect

    This package does not include a personalized ceremony, readings, or vow exchange.

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  • Keri Klein exceeded our expectations as a wedding officiant. Her demeanor is very calm and kind. She puts you at ease on a day that is very stressful. Despite my emotions saying my vows (as the bride), Keri kept the ceremony running smoothly the whole time and stuck to what was important to us! My husband and I were so thankful that we chose her. She was always prompt and on time. I highly recommend Keri to anyone looking for a wedding officiant!

    Lauren & Sean

  • We didn't meet Keri until the day of our wedding, but you would never have known it based on Keri's warm demeanor and beautifully customized ceremony. Keri incorporated customs from both of our families and was incredibly easy to work with. Multiple guests came up to us after the ceremony and remarked on how the ceremony was one of the most beautiful they had seen.

    Emma & Peter

  • Working with Keri for our wedding was an absolute pleasure. She took her time getting to know us, and wrote a beautiful ceremony that reflected us incredibly well, as well as included multiple cultural and religious observations in a smooth and well paced manner. In particular, we completed a san san kudo, a cultural tradition I was worried about doing correctly, but felt supported and directed by Keri the whole time. Thank you to Flower City Ceremonies for a stress-free ceremony experience, we appreciate you!

    Bex & Casey

  • Keri was amazing!! My goal when shopping for a wedding officiant was someone who would make the ceremony and vows personal... I thought for cost of her services, I was getting a deal! I had a guest ask how long Keri and I had been friends and I think that's just such a testament to Keri's wonderful and calm energy. She really put me at ease and made me feel comfortable during the biggest moment of my life. I'm not sure who could have done a better job than Keri Klein at Flower City Ceremonies.

    Melissa & James

Not having us officiate? We can still help.

If you’ve chosen a friend or family member to lead your ceremony, we offer professional coaching and custom script writing to ensure your ceremony feels polished, meaningful, and legally sound.

  • We write the story. We train the storyteller.

    • Includes everything in The Mentor and The Manuscript

    • Direct collaboration with your officiant

    • Seamless preparation from script to delivery

    Price $249

  • A fully custom-written ceremony script.

    • Original, story-driven script written just for you

    • No templates or generic vows

    • Clear stage directions for your officiant

    • A beautifully formatted keepsake copy

    Price $149

  • For the officiant who has the words but needs a coach.

    • 1:1 coaching session on pacing, posture, and public speaking

    • Professional ceremony flow blueprint

    • Guidance on handling unexpected moments

    Price $129

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The Flower City Process

01. CONNECT

Reach out with your date and details. We’ll confirm availability and schedule your consultation to learn about your vision and help you choose the ceremony experience that fits best.

02. CREATE

Once booked, we begin crafting your ceremony. Depending on your package, this may include interviews, custom writing, revisions, vow guidance, and coordination for rehearsal and day-of flow.

03. CELEBRATE

On your wedding day, we arrive prepared and steady, guide your ceremony with care, and handle the completion and filing of your marriage license in New York State - ensuring everything is both meaningful and official.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

  • Flower City Nuptials has been in business since 2014 and has performed over 300 weddings for couples all over the Rochester -Finger Lakes- Buffalo region.

  • We don’t believe in “bait and switch” - whomever you meet with for your initial consultation will be your officiant. Keri, Katie, and Rachel write and perform ceremonies, so you really can’t go wrong!

  • Your love story isn’t cookie cutter so why should your ceremony be? Your officiant will get to know you both as individuals and as a couple to craft a ceremony that is “couple-centric”; one that is unique to your personalities, beliefs, and relationship. After the draft is complete, your officiant will email you a copy to look over. You can make as many additions or changes as you’d like. It is extremely important for us to give you the ceremony you want, and we are happy to work with you on the draft until it’s perfect.

  • Yes! We strongly believe that love is love, and Keri's first-time officiating was for a same-sex couple. We are fierce LGBTQIA+ allies and are happy to marry any couple who wants to tie the knot.

  • Absolutely! We can create a customized ceremony for you that blends and honors your religious traditions.

  • Definitely! During our consultation we can discuss ways to have your loved ones take part in your ceremony.

  • Yes! We did this a lot after COVID where many couples chose to elope and have their larger ceremony later. Since performing a “fake wedding ceremony” is illegal, we just need to see a copy of your marriage license ahead of time. No one will know the difference unless you choose to tell them!

  • Of course! Keri has taught several classes at The Rochester Brainery about this. We can help a little, like reading for clarity or making sure that both people’s vows are similar in length and tone, or we can help a lot - providing you with tools to help you express yourself like a pro. Just remember: as long as you write from your heart, you can’t go wrong.

  • We do recommend having your officiant at your rehearsal, but this is completely your personal preference. Many venues have an event coordinator that will conduct your rehearsal, or maybe you’ve hired a professional wedding coordinator to oversee your entire wedding. If you are having a ceremony that is more DIY, or you just want an additional piece of mind, you may want to consider having your officiant attend your rehearsal. This allows an opportunity to practice with all the moving parts, and the wedding ceremony goes smoothly.

  • In New York State, your marriage license is valid for 60 days; however, with COVID, many clerks’ offices require an appointment, so you may want to call ahead. The two of you will need to go together with a raised-seal birth certificate (not a photocopy) and a photo ID. You will also need to bring a copy of your divorce paperwork if you’ve been previously married.

    Following your ceremony, we ensure that the license is properly filled out and signed by your witnesses. We immediately file it with the clerk’s office for you, so you never have to worry.

  • We will arrive at least thirty minutes prior to the ceremony. We take that time to check in with the two of you for any last-minute details or to grab your vows if you choose to write them. During this time we also meet with your other vendors like doing a sound check with your DJ/band and assuring your photographer we will step aside for your first kiss.

  • We price based on the distance from our home base. You can see our pricing zones on this page.

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