Santa Cruz Elopement Packages

We specialize in private, outdoor sites with spectacular backdrops..

Elope in Santa Cruz

Santa Cruz offers an incredible range of settings, from rugged ocean cliffs and unique rock formations to peaceful redwood groves and classic beach-town charm. Whether you’re drawn to dramatic coastal views or the quiet beauty of the forest, this area offers a variety of options for couples who want a Northern California elopement with personality.

We’ve carefully built our Santa Cruz elopement packages around what couples actually need—without adding unnecessary complexity. In Santa Cruz, we offer two carefully selected locations: a private redwood setting and a coastal site with dramatic ocean views.

What to Expect from a Santa Cruz Elopement

We’ve been offering elopement packages in Santa Cruz since 2002. We focus on carefully selected coastal and redwood locations that offer a beautiful, more private setting for your ceremony.

Each package includes our trusted Blue Sky photographer and experienced officiant, with optional florals and hair and makeup from Santa Cruz-based providers, along with clear guidance on how the day will unfold. Rather than overwhelming you with choices, we keep the process streamlined and focused so everything comes together smoothly.

Our role is to guide the planning, manage the moving parts, and make sure your day feels relaxed, well-paced, and easy to step into.

If you’re envisioning:

• A simple elopement-style wedding in a breathtaking Santa Cruz beach or redwood location
• Beautiful, professional photography that captures the day naturally
• A guided planning process without an overwhelming number of decisions
• Actually enjoying your wedding day (What a concept!)

Blue Sky Elopements is happily inclusive. We welcome all couples...

And you want

• Our trusted Santa Cruz elopement team—planner, photographer, officiant. All services handled for you.
• A clearly structured, all-inclusive elopement package
• A more private ceremony location, away from heavy crowds
• An intimate experience designed for just the two of you (with up to 10 guests)

And you DON’T want:

• A big, traditional wedding production
• To spend months planning everything on your own
• The hassle of researching and vetting multiple vendors
• The uncertainty of trying to piece together a long-distance wedding

We’d love to help you!

What Our Santa Cruz Elopement Packages Include

We’ve carefully built our Santa Cruz elopement packages around what couples actually need—without adding unnecessary complexity.

Planning and Guidance

Clear, experienced guidance that keeps the process simple and focused—without unnecessary complexity.

• Choice between our private redwood location or our coastal site
• All required permits included
• A thoughtfully created timeline to keep the day flowing smoothly
• Expert, local insight on timing, lighting, and overall flow of the day
• Support and clear guidance from booking through your wedding day

Blue Sky Elopements is happily inclusive. We welcome all couples..

Photography

Photos that highlight Santa Cruz’s natural beauty—from coastal views to redwood surroundings.

• Professional photography coverage for 2 hours (add more if you like)
• A relaxed, natural approach
• 10 sneak peeks within 24 hours
• Online gallery of your fully edited images within 30 days

Ceremony and Professional Officiant

A simple, well-structured ceremony—handled with care from start to finish.

• A professional wedding officiant
• A choice of ceremony styles—civil, spiritual, or non-denominational
• Inclusion of your personal wedding vows (or use ours)
• A witness provided if needed
• Filing of your marriage license