Want an easy, beautifully planned Finger Lakes elopement?
If you're dreaming about eloping in the Finger Lakes but don't want to spend months figuring out locations, permits, vendors, and logistics, there's an easier way.
I've partnered with Upstate NY Elopements, a team that specializes in simple, thoughtfully planned elopements throughout Upstate New York. They combine an experienced officiant and professional photographer with guidance on locations, ceremony options, and all the little details that make the day feel special.
OFFICIANT AND PHOTOGRAPHY
Instead of planning everything yourself,
you get a streamlined experience
where the most important pieces are already taken care of.
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Why Couples Love Eloping in the Finger Lakes
The Finger Lakes is one of the most beautiful places in New York for an intimate wedding or elopement.
Between the waterfalls, lake views, vineyards, forests, and quiet state parks, it offers an incredible variety of scenery without needing to travel far. Many couples choose a Finger Lakes elopement because it allows them to focus on the experience rather than the logistics of a large wedding day. Some popular public locations, especially state parks and waterfalls, may require permits for ceremonies, which is another reason it can be helpful to work with someone familiar with the area.
Wedding days here can look like a quiet ceremony overlooking the water, just the two of you saying your vows near one of the region’s iconic waterfalls, or a sunset moment at a vineyard with just a handful of your closest friends and family.
If that sounds like your kind of day, a Finger Lakes elopement package can make the whole process incredibly simple.
My Partnership with Upstate NY Elopements
I photograph weddings throughout upstate New York, and the Finger Lakes has always been one of my favorite places to work. As a Finger Lakes wedding photographer, I’ve spent years exploring the region’s lakes, forests, vineyards, and waterfalls and seeing how beautifully they lend themselves to intimate celebrations.
Because of that, I recently partnered with Upstate NY Elopements, a small team that focuses entirely on creating relaxed, meaningful elopement experiences. Their approach is all about making things easy for couples while still keeping the day personal and beautiful.
Instead of trying to coordinate multiple vendors yourself, their packages combine the most important pieces into one experience - planning support, an officiant, and photography - so you can focus on enjoying the moment.
What Finger Lakes Elopement Packages Include
One of the biggest reasons couples love working with Upstate NY Elopements is how simple the process is.
Upstate NY Elopements keeps things straightforward with one thoughtfully designed elopement package, along with a few optional add-ons that allow couples to personalize the experience. Their elopement package is designed for small celebrations (20 guests or fewer) and includes many of the details couples would otherwise have to coordinate themselves.
The package includes:
- A professional officiant to guide your ceremony
- Help choosing a location that fits your vision
- Guidance on getting your New York marriage license
- Personalized ceremony
- Couples’ Cake & Champagne for everyone
- Legal filing of your marriage paperwork
- Professional photography coverage for 60 minutes
- An online gallery to view, share, and print your photos
The goal is to keep the experience simple, joyful, and stress-free, while creating a meaningful ceremony and beautiful photographs.
Can You Add More to an Elopement Package?
Absolutely.
While the core packages cover everything needed for a beautiful ceremony, couples often choose to add extra elements to make the day even more personal.
Some common additions include:
- Extra photography coverage (perfect for getting ready photos or dinner coverage)
- Florals (bouquets and/or boutonnieres)
Adding additional photography time is especially popular for couples who want to include getting-ready moments, explore more locations, or celebrate with dinner afterward.
What an Elopement Day Usually Looks Like
Many couples are surprised by how relaxed an elopement timeline can be.
A typical experience might look like this:
- Arriving at a beautiful location
- A short and meaningful ceremony
- Signing your marriage license
- A champagne toast and cake
- A few group photos with loved ones
- Portraits together in the surrounding scenery
All of this can happen in about an hour, though couples often choose to add extra time for additional photos or celebrating afterward.
Many couples also choose weekday elopements in the Finger Lakes, since popular scenic locations tend to be quieter during the week, creating a more private and relaxed experience.
Thinking About Eloping in the Finger Lakes?
If you're dreaming about a small, meaningful wedding surrounded by the beauty of upstate New York, Finger Lakes elopement packages like this can make the entire process incredibly easy.
Working with a team that already knows the region, the logistics, and the best ways to keep the day simple allows you to focus on what actually matters - celebrating this new chapter together.
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