Courthouse Wedding Alternatives in Melbourne, Sydney, and Adelaide
Courthouse Wedding Alternatives in Melbourne, Sydney and Adelaide
Courthouse Wedding Alternatives in Melbourne, Sydney, and Adelaide
Looking for a way to get married in Australia that doesn’t involve a dull government office? You’re not alone. If the idea of fluorescent lights, a stuffy waiting room, and zero personalisation doesn’t feel like “you,” we’ve got you covered.
Whether you’re eloping, saving money, or just want something more modern, here are the best alternatives to a courthouse wedding in Melbourne, Sydney, and Adelaide — all legal, budget-friendly, and way more memorable.
💍 What Is a Courthouse Alternative Wedding?
A courthouse alternative wedding is a legal ceremony performed outside the registry office — usually with a celebrant, in a location of your choice, and without the formalities or restrictions of a government venue. It’s still 100% legal, but a lot more flexible, fun, and personal.
✅ Why Couples Choose a Courthouse Alternative
- To avoid wait times and limited appointment slots at the registry
- To elope in a place that has meaning (a park, lookout, home, or even your car)
- To include custom vows, ring exchanges, or unique touches
- To spend less than the average wedding (our packages start from $400)
🚗 I Do Drive Thru – Australia’s Easiest Way to Get Married
I Do Drive Thru offers mobile elopements with celebrants who come to you. Want a legal ceremony that’s fun, fast, and fuss-free? Here’s what we offer:
📍 Melbourne Courthouse Alternatives
Say “I do” in laneways, rooftops, gardens, carparks, or even your lounge room. We’ll meet you anywhere across Melbourne for a legal elopement with full support on paperwork and personalisation.
📍 Sydney Courthouse Alternatives
Forget registry lines. Elope with us at The Rocks, Centennial Park, Maroubra Beach, or even in your driveway. We make legal weddings happen anywhere in Sydney with ease.
📍 Adelaide Courthouse Alternatives
Get married in the Botanic Gardens, along Henley Beach, in your backyard, or on a bush trail. We’ll bring the ceremony to your favourite spot, and make it legal and stress-free.
💸 What Does It Cost?
Our legal elopement packages start from just $400 for a weekday ceremony and $500 with a professional photographer. We’re one of the most affordable ways to get married legally in Australia — without sacrificing meaning or style.
🙋 Frequently Asked Questions
Is it legal to get married outside a registry office in Australia?
Yes! All you need is an authorised celebrant, a lodged Notice of Intended Marriage (NOIM) at least one month before the wedding, and two witnesses aged 18 or older.
Can I elope on short notice?
As long as your NOIM has been lodged for 1 month, we can marry you anytime — sunrise, sunset, midweek, weekends. We’re available across Melbourne, Sydney, and Adelaide.
Can we write our own vows or keep it simple?
Yes! We offer 2-minute legal-only ceremonies or longer ones with personalised vows. It’s your day, your way.
What locations can we get married in?
Anywhere! Public parks, private backyards, rooftops, beaches, street corners — you name it, we’re there.
🎉 Ready to Skip the Courthouse and Still Get Legally Married?
We help couples across Melbourne, Sydney, and Adelaide get married without the stress, wait times, or cold government buildings. Whether you’re eloping quietly or want something low-key but meaningful, I Do Drive Thru makes it happen — affordably and legally.
Want more ideas? Check out our Melbourne elopement guide or see all our affordable packages.
Searching for courthouse wedding alternatives in Melbourne, Sydney, or Adelaide? I Do Drive Thru offers fun, affordable, legal elopements starting from $400. Our celebrants come to you, handle the paperwork, and help you get married in a location that matters — from beaches and parks to homes and rooftops. Say goodbye to boring registry weddings and hello to your day, your way.