Orange County Courthouse Elopement
Fast, simple, and straight to the point.
Get married, then decide what you want to do with the rest of the day.
Most courthouse elopements are about keeping things easy.
Short ceremony, minimal setup, no pressure.
From there, it can stay simple
or turn into something more.
How it works
Book your appointment with the county.
Show up, take care of the paperwork,
and have a quick ceremony.
That part moves fast.
Usually under 30 minutes.
From there, the day opens up.
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Where it happens
Laguna Hills Civic Center is the main spot in South Orange County.
Easy parking, simple layout, and consistent timing.
Santa Ana is another option if needed,
but most couples stick with Laguna Hills.
What happens after
Most couples don’t stop at the courthouse.
That’s when things actually start to feel like a wedding.
Head to the beach.
Keep it local.
Or build something a little more intentional.
Some keep it quick with a short photo session.
Others turn it into a full experience.
Simple elopement options live here on this site.
If you want something more built out,
that’s where Tides to Peaks comes in.
Get started
If you just need coverage for your courthouse ceremony:
Reach out and we’ll line things up around your appointment.
If you want to keep the day going after:
Explore simple elopements or take it further through Tides to Peaks.
Q&A
How long does a courthouse elopement take?
Usually 15–30 minutes once your appointment starts.
Where is the main courthouse location?
Laguna Hills Civic Center is the primary spot for South Orange County.
Do we need an appointment?
Yes. Most couples book ahead through the county.
Is this just for photography?
Most couples use this for ceremony coverage, then continue somewhere else after.
Can we go to the beach after?
Yes. That’s the most common next step and easy to plan around.