Gay & Lesbian Weddings in New Zealand

Planning on Tying the Knot and want to have more than just a commitment ceremony? Here in New Zealand Civil Ceremonies between same-sex couples are legal.

Gay & Lesbian couples who live in other countries and who are of other nationalities are welcome to enter into a Civil Union in New Zealand.

At Lavish Events we support a same-sex couple’s choice of Tying the Knot in New Zealand so we have sourced some of the best suppliers in the Auckland region which are gay friendly. Ensuring that every couple feels relaxed and comfortable with everyone that is involved with their ceremony.These suppliers include gay friendly venues, experienced civil union celebrants and photographers that have photographed many same-sex weddings and unions.

To take the stress out of planning a Civil Union from across the ditch, we take care of all the planning for you, including booking all the suppliers, taking care of all the legalities and being there on the day to ensure all goes according to plan. All of this is done in close consultation with you, taking into account your wishes, tastes and preferences.

"We couldn't have managed to have had as a successful wedding without the team. Thank you to Nicky, you did so much in helping us make our very special day" - Alistair and Liam

For most couples who come to New Zealand to enter into a Civil Union, it is just the couple who come over for the ceremony. With this in mind we have created Platinum Packages (please see below as to what a Platinum Package can look like).

We are also able to plan and organise Civil Unions for couples who are being joined by a number of guests (whether large or small).

What can a Platinum Ceremony look like …

• Being chauffeur driven to the local Helipad, you will then be flown by helicopter to a beautiful secluded location.
• On arrival you will be met by the celebrant who will conduct the ceremony (this normally takes place on a beach or on a hill top over looking spectacular views).
• After the ceremony you will have time for photos (a professional photographer will be with you the whole time, capturing all your special moments).
• You will then have a romantic 5 star meal with silver service, just for the two of you (on the beach or hill top).
• After lunch you will be flown back to Auckland and chauffeur driven back to your accommodation.
• Lavish Events will take into account all you wishes and plan a ceremony that is personal and unique to you.
• Source and book all the suppliers. Plus take care of all the logistics, so that the two of you can enjoy every moment without having to worry about a thing. We also have wet weather back up plans.
• We will take care of all the legalities and the license for you.
• You will receive all your photos on a high res. CD and have the option of having an album created for you.

 If you would like to find out more about a Civil Union or a Platinum Ceremony, please contact Nicky by email or call on +64 9 365 1820.

Did you know?

2010 Records show that 58 same-sex couples came to New Zealand from overseas and entered into a Civil Union.

Kindly note, not all countries will recognise a couple who have entered into a Civil Union in New Zealand as being legally married.