Award-winning Queensland marriage celebrant Josh Withers

Gold Coast Wedding Celebrant

Hi! I'm Josh Withers!
From Surfers Paradise to Coolangatta, Broadbeach to the Hinterland, I create awesome weddings! I am a male millennial marriage celebrant ready to create a fun wedding ceremony for you!

Gold Coast wedding celebrant Josh Withers

Josh Withers + your wedding

A pairing almost as perfect as the two of you

Tailored ceremonies

I believe your ceremony should be the absolute highlight of your wedding day. I put in the effort to ensure it's personal, heartfelt, fun, and memorable for everyone.

Relaxed and real

Your walk down the aisle and the moment you say 'I do' should feel completely natural. Forget the stress and awkwardness people warn you about—with me, it'll feel as easy as a sunny day on the Gold Coast.

Working with your crew

I team up with your photographers and videographers to ensure the ceremony is captured beautifully, so the recorded moments match the in-person magic.

Packages and pricing

I offer four main packages, and the most popular is the combo where I'm both your celebrant and your MC for the reception. You can also book me just as a celebrant for weddings, elopements, or registry-style ceremonies.

Planning and meetings

We'll need to meet at least once to sort out the legal paperwork before the wedding, but I'm happy to meet as often as you need—either face-to-face or online—to make sure everything feels just right.

Marriage law basics

To get married in Queensland, you must be 18 or older, not currently married, not closely related, and entering the marriage willingly. You'll also need proof of your date and place of birth and evidence of any previous marriages ending.

Timeframes and bookings

Australian law requires at least one month's notice before you can marry. When it comes to booking your celebrant, earlier is better—most couples secure their celebrant 9 to 18 months in advance.

Visitors to Gold Coast

Anyone can get married in Queensland, regardless of nationality, religion, gender, or citizenship, as long as you meet the legal requirements and are 18 or older.

Gold Coast weather

The Gold Coast enjoys a subtropical climate with around 300 days of sunshine per year, making it perfect for outdoor ceremonies. While summer afternoon storms are common, the region offers plenty of stunning indoor backup options if needed.

Favourite Gold Coast Wedding Venues

InterContinental Sanctuary Cove

With its stunning chapel and waterfront location, this prestigious resort offers multiple ceremony locations and reception venues for elegant Gold Coast weddings.

HOTA, Home of the Arts

A contemporary venue featuring architectural excellence and stunning views of the Gold Coast skyline, perfect for artistic and modern celebrations.

Coolibah Downs Private Estate

Nestled in the Gold Coast Hinterland, this beautiful property offers a chapel, gardens, and vintage charm for romantic countryside weddings.

Palazzo Versace

The epitome of luxury and sophistication, offering spectacular waterfront ceremony locations and opulent reception spaces.

Top Wedding Spots on the Gold Coast

Braeside Chapel

A charming white chapel surrounded by tropical gardens, offering an intimate setting for romantic ceremonies.

Skypoint Observation Deck

Say I do with breathtaking 360-degree views of the Gold Coast from Australia's only beachside observation deck.

O'Reilly's Rainforest Retreat

Located in the stunning Lamington National Park, offering a magical rainforest setting for nature-loving couples.

Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary

A unique venue offering natural outdoor settings and the chance to include native wildlife in your special day.

Words from real brides and grooms

"Our beachfront ceremony was absolute perfection, thanks to Josh Withers. His ability to capture our story and deliver it with such warmth and authenticity made our day truly special. The way he handled the coastal breeze and created an intimate atmosphere, even in an open beach setting, was remarkable."


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Emma

from Main Beach

"Josh made our hinterland wedding absolutely perfect! His laid-back Gold Coast vibe matched perfectly with our vision, while his professionalism ensured everything ran smoothly. He handled our outdoor ceremony with such expertise, and his genuine approach made everyone feel part of our special moment."


Gold Coast celebrant

Sarah

from Burleigh Heads

"Having Josh as both our celebrant and MC was the best decision we made for our Sanctuary Cove wedding. His ability to transition from a meaningful ceremony to an entertaining reception host was impressive. He really understood the Gold Coast wedding scene and helped us create exactly what we wanted."


Josh Withers wedding celebrant

James

from Broadbeach

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