Same Sex Ceremonies

Love Is Love. Always. To borrow from the powerful words of Justice Kennedy: “No union is more profound than marriage, for it embodies the highest ideals of love, fidelity, devotion, sacrifice, and family… It offers the hope of companionship and understanding and assurance that while both still live there will be someone to care for the other.”

These words ring true for all couples—regardless of gender or orientation. And while the journey toward full equality is still ongoing, we’re proud to live in a time when marriage is a legal right for all who love.

At Long Island Wedding Officiants, we’re honored to celebrate and officiate weddings for same-sex and LGBTQ+ couples with the same joy, care, and reverence we bring to every ceremony. Whether you prefer to be called spouses, husbands, wives, or partners—these are the words that make your union legal, and we’re here to help you choose the ones that feel most authentic to you.

Below, you’ll find some examples of how our incredible couples have personalized their vows and ceremonies. We hope they inspire you as you begin to envision your own.

  • Pas

    A deeply moving same sex wedding ceremony for two women who fell in love as teenagers. Includes words by Tim Keller, a religious blessing, a personal section and personal vows.

  • Jim and Russel were legally married in a same sex ceremony on stage at Broadway’s Palace Theatre, with the cast of Priscilla Queen of the Desert in attendance. It was their first ever onstage wedding and a magical night for these avid theatre goers and newly weds.

  • Just Marry Us

    A short and sweet civil ceremony on the beach for two beautiful women who pledged their lives together and became legally married.

  • Yianni and Steven

    A richly symbolic Greek Orthodox ceremony including a Service of Betrothal, Crowning, Candle Lighting and Drinking from a Common Cup. Written for a gay couple, this ceremony is easily adapted to any orientation.

  • A personalized same sex wedding ceremony for two women who were friends in high school before they ever became lovers. Words by Bob Marley deepen the sentiment this couple feels for each other.

  • Marie and Barbara

    After three decades of loving, caring and committed relationship, Barbara and Marie were legally married in a same sex ceremony at the Westbury Manor!

  • A beautiful ceremony for two women who met in 1974. The couple shares personal reflections to mark the significance of the moment. Features a unique vow exchange, honoring the rings they've worn for thirty years.

  • Jen and Jess

    An elegant, minimalistic civil ceremony with a spot light on personal vows and room to grow should you wish to add some of your own touches.

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